Property description
A spacious one bedroom upper floor flat for refurbishment, benefiting from wonderful estuary views, a long lease and a share of the freehold. Pets are allowed.
In more detail ....
This gentleman's residence has been converted into 3 apartments and number 3 occupies the top floor. It therefore enjoys the beautiful southerly aspect views towards the Exe Estuary and Haldon Hills from the lounge and the bedroom. The property is approached via a pavement which runs adjacent to the lawned front garden to the communal door. Two flights of steps on a turning staircase lead to the front door of number 3 which opens into a small inner hallway and then a further flight of stairs leads to the main hallway of the apartment. Light floods in from a sash window to the rear aspect. This hallway is large enough to be used as a study area. There is access to a large loft space via a hatch. The lounge is given a focal point by a tiled fireplace and hearth inset with grate. This could be used as a working solid fuel fireplace (subject to flue and chimney lining being checked). There is a panelled ceiling, picture rail and exposed floorboards. There is a san window to the front aspect providing a view across the rooftops to the Exe Estuary and Haldon Hills beyond. This would be a wonderful room in which to watch the spectacular evening sunsets. The kitchen has a sash window overlooking the rear aspect. It has a very dated double cupboard with a stainless steel sink and drainer above. An area of worktop with metal legs provides a breakfast bar and there is a recessed original double cupboard with painted doors providing shelved storage. The double bedroom to the front aspect also has a sash window providing a spectacular view of the Exe Estuary. It too has a picture rail and exposed floorboards. The bathroom is fitted with a white suite with a panelled bath, pedestal wash hand basin and close coupled wc. A recessed cupboard houses a lagged hot water cylinder with slatted shelving for linen storage.
What the owner likes ....
This flat offers a great opportunity for someone to refurbish a spacious property which lies within a few minutes walk of the town centre. It has some really special views and would make a lovely home for a first time buyer or perhaps a single person who needs a retreat close to all the amenities like the shops, beach, buses and train station. Although this building is on a main road it is well set back and is very peaceful.
Bear in mind ....
We are informed by the vendor that this property has a 999 year lease from 16th June 1993, with a share of the freehold. There is an annual peppercorn ground rent. Maintenance is shared between the 4 owners when it is required. The garden is maintained during the summer months and the cost between 3 is £10 a fortnight. The building had a new roof approximately 20 years ago. We are informed that within the terms of the lease that the flat is not permitted as a buy to let and must be on an owner/occupier basis only. There is a large loft accessible from number 3 . The flat is heated by electric night storage heating although there is gas to the building. The property would benefit from re-wiring, new heating, kitchen and bathroom and general decor refurbishment. A viewing is highly recommended to fully appreciate the opportunity afforded.
The location ....
This property sits within about a mile of Exmouth seafront, with its 2 miles of golden, sandy beach. Exmouth town centre is just a level five minute walk away. For keen walkers there is access nearby to many miles of coastal path starting at 'The Needle' at Orcombe Point, which denotes the start of the World Heritage coastline. The Exe Estuary has been designated an 'Area Of Outstanding Natural Beauty' and offers further exceptional walks and a cycle path leading to Lympstone. There are endless opportunities to enjoy a variety of water sports in addition to equestrian and golfing pursuits. Exmouth train station provides access to the nearby Cathedral city of Exeter and beyond. Exmouth is a highly commutable coastal town, also within 20 minutes of the M5 motorway junction and Exeter International Airport. This offers an ideal base for those seeking an enhanced coastal lifestyle.
Hallway/study area - 9' 3'' (into door recess) x 7' 8'' (2.82m x 2.34m)
Lounge - 15' 0'' x 10' 4'' (4.57m x 3.15m)
Kitchen/Breakfast Room - 14' 0'' x 7' 0'' (4.26m x 2.13m)
Bedroom - 11' 5'' x 9' 2'' (3.48m x 2.79m)
Bathroom - 9' 10'' x 5' 1'' (2.99m x 1.55m)
Property Features :
- A one bedroom spacious flat
- Hallway/Study area
- Lounge with fireplace and lovely views
- Double bedroom with estuary views
- Large kitchen/breakfast room