Property description

Live in your own slice of Military history in Folkestone when you purchase a property at The Officers Mess Apartments. A meticulous restoration programme has yielded a unique collection of character homes set along a spectacular stretch of the Kent coastline. Choose from one-, two- and three-bedroom apartments, and one three bedroom mews house, knowing you will become a custodian of Britain s illustrious military heritage. Each property is one-of-a-kind, enjoying high ceilings, large windows and a private courtyard area all accessed via a dramatic columned entrance porch.

Important Note to Potential Purchasers & Tenants:
We endeavour to make our particulars accurate and reliable, however, they do not constitute or form part of an offer or any contract and none is to be relied upon as statements of representation or fact. The services, systems and appliances listed in this specification have not been tested by us and no guarantee as to their operating ability or efficiency is given. All photographs and measurements have been taken as a guide only and are not precise. Floor plans where included are not to scale and accuracy is not guaranteed. If you require clarification or further information on any points, please contact us, especially if you are traveling some distance to view. Potential purchasers: Fixtures and fittings other than those mentioned are to be agreed with the seller. Potential tenants: All properties are available for a minimum of six months, with the exception of short-term accommodation. A security deposit of at least one month’s rent is required. Rent is to be paid one month in advance. It is the tenant’s responsibility to insure any personal possessions. Payment of all utilities including water rates or metered supply and Council Tax is the responsibility of the tenant in every case.

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Location

For a coastal town, Folkestone enjoys superb connections to London. The high speed rail service connects rail travellers to both St.Pancras International in the heart of the capital and mainland Europe via the Eurostar, while the M20 provided a direct link to Ashford, Maidstone and M25/A20 for South East London and beyond. Activity is concentrated along the Old High Street and Tontine Street, which together create Folkestone s buzzing Creative Quarter. Artists, producers, independent shops, creative businesses, open studios and galleries sit side-by-side with caf s, a performing arts centre, restaurants and new additions, such as The Glassworks digital hub. Meander along the cobbled streets, join a guided tour of the local art or simply sit back with a drink and watch the creatives at work. Complementing the Creative Quarter is The Harbour Arm a revitalised promenade stretching from the old railway station to Folkestone s lighthouse. Along the way are restaurants, bars and (truncated)

Agents Note

The information provided was correct at the time of going to press and certain details may have changed since printing. Floor plans, kitchen layouts and dimensions are taken from architectural drawings and are for guidance only. Any dimensions stated are within a tolerance of plus or minus 50mm. Maximum dimensions are usually stated and there may be projections into these. Photography included may depict similar style homes built by Yellowstone Homes. Computer generated images are not to scale and landscaping is indicative. Finishes, colours and landscaping is indicative. Finishes, colours and materials may vary from those shown. This brochure does not constitute any part of a contract, nor does it constitute any part of a contract, nor does it constitute an offer. Yellowstone Homes reserves the right to make alterations to the specification of the homes at any time during the course of the construction without prior notice.

Sea And Sand

From Folkestone, the English Channel stretches out as far as the eye can see, with vantage points around every corner Copt Point being one of the most stunning. Along the coast is Hythe, Samphire Hoe and the unmistakable White Cliffs of Dover, with Romney Marsh providing alternative places to watch the waves ebb and flow. For something less tidal, explore the Royal Military Canal calm waters that stretch for 28 miles from the Sandgate end of Folkestone to Cliff End in East Sussex. Breathtaking vistas, rugged cliffs, sweeping bays and a glimpse of France on a clear day make Folkestone one of Kent s premier coastal locations. The town s main beach is perfect for those who prefer sand between their toes, while the pebbles of Sandgate make it the place to skim stones. Sunny Sands is such a mesmerising spot that it distracted Charles Dickens, who had settled on the shore to try and write his novel, Little Dorrit. In contrast, The Warren and the East Cliffs offer wilder more (truncated)

History Preserved

Shorncliffe Garrison has long played an important role in England s defences, with an on-site Army presence stretching back as far as 1794. Some of the most pivotal military decisions were made in the Officers Mess aided by the easily-accessed views across the Channel to France. The Garrison has served as a staging post for troops destined for the Boer and Napoleonic Wars, as well as World War I and World War II. It was also the birthplace of the Shorncliffe Method - a style of military training that revolutionised how battles were fought and a practice that still influences the Army's training today.

Social And Sport

Activity is concentrated along the Old High Street and Tontine Street, which together create Folkestone s buzzing Creative Quarter. Artists, producers, independent shops, creative businesses, open studios and galleries sit side-by-side with caf s, a performing arts centre, restaurants and new additions, such as The Glassworks digital hub. Meander along the cobbled streets, join a guided tour of the local art or simply sit back with a drink and watch the creatives at work. Complementing the Creative Quarter is The Harbour Arm a revitalised promenade stretching from the old railway station to Folkestone s lighthouse. Along the way are restaurants, bars and pop-up street food stalls, including the critically-acclaimed Rocksalt restaurant, which boasts some of the best panoramas across Folkestone Harbour and the English Channel. As you would expect from a coastal town, there are ample opportunities to take to the water. Folkestone Yacht and Motorboat Club, Folkestone Sea (truncated)

Flat 5 The Old Officers Mess

Open Plan Living Room/Kitchen

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

Bathroom

Allocated Parking

Each flat is being sold with one allocated parking space.

Lease Details

We have been informed by our vendor that each unit will be sold with a 125 year lease from 1st January 2021.

Service Charge

We have been informed by our vendor that the service charge is estimated to be in the region of 1300 per annum.

Ground Rent

We have been informed by our vendor that the ground rent will be 250 per annum.

EPC Rating

EPC - C
Amenities

Newly Converted Luxury Apartments

125 Year Lease From 2021

No Onward Chain

EPC - C