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2 bedroom apartment

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2 bed
1 bath
EPC rating: C*
613 sq ft / 57 sq m

Key information

Tenure: Leasehold | 130 yrs left
Ground rent: £50 per annum | review period: unconfirmed
Service charge: £1,999.92 per annum
Council tax: Band B
Broadband: Super-fast 35Mbps *
Mobile signal: 
EE O2 Three Vodafone
Water: Ask agent
Heating: Ask agent
Electricity: Ask agent
Sewerage: Ask agent
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Property description & features

  • Tenure: Leasehold (130 years remaining)
  • Panoramic Sea Views: From Walls Hill to Lyme Bay
  • Contemporary Kitchen
  • Expansive Balcony: Sea views, patio door
  • Private Car Port: Covered parking
  • Tranquil Location: Cul de sac serenity.
  • Prime Accessibility: Near amenities, Babbacombe Downs.
  • Owner Occupied: Community focused, residence integrity.
An excellent opportunity to purchase a two-bedroom apartment on the ground floor in Babbacombe, a highly regarded area. It provides panoramic views from Walls Hill to Lyme Bay, including spectacular sea views. Meticulously maintained, the apartment features a contemporary fitted kitchen, a modern white bathroom suite, efficient gas-fired central heating, and double glazing throughout. Among the highlights of this apartment are the generously sized windows and the patio door leading to the expansive balcony, as well as the private car port and practical storage space below. Nestled towards the end of a tranquil cul-de-sac, accessibility is offered through the main entrance at the front or via internal stairs at car port level.

Offering seamless accessibility to amenities and natural beauty, this property is located in a prime location. A brief stroll brings you to Babbacombe Downs, England's highest clifftop promenade, offering unparalleled views of Lyme Bay and the glistening sea. Perched atop its elevated position, this captivating spot hosts an array of restaurants, including the esteemed Babbacombe Theatre. This provides an idyllic setting to relish summer weather against a majestic sea backdrop.

Further afield lies St Marychurch's precinct, a charming area dotted with locally-owned shops and conveniences. Whether you seek everyday essentials or wish to explore quaint boutiques, all is within easy walking distance. The precinct also houses various churches, fostering a strong sense of community.

Council Tax Band: B (Torbay Council)
Tenure: Leasehold (130 years)
Ground Rent: £50 per year
Service Charge: £1,999.92 per year
189 years from 25 December 1964

Proxim Property Management Ltd. is the managing agent.

It is an owner-occupied development, and flats cannot be sublet or holiday let.

Rooms

Entrance
The main entrance to this property is secured with a modern entry phone system. Accessible via a flight of eight steps, it leads to a lobby area containing a meter/store cupboard. It also contains the apartment's entrance door equipped with a security spyhole. Furthermore, a door and two flights of eight steps provide an alternative approach from the car port below. The inner hallway showcases wood effect flooring, a wall-mounted radiator, and an arched doorway leading into the kitchen.

Kitchen
The kitchen is equipped with a comprehensive range of modern white units, comprising floor-mounted cupboards and drawers beneath roll-edge worktop surfaces along with matching wall units. A circular stainless steel sink unit with a drainer and mixer tap is positioned below a double-glazed window, offering a view of the surrounding gardens. Noteworthy features include an integrated oven paired with a four-ring electric hob, complemented by a stainless steel extractor above. Ample space and plumbing is provided for a washing machine, along with space for a large freestanding fridge/freezer. The kitchen houses a glow-worm gas-fired boiler, ensuring steady hot water and central heating supply. Completing the space is a ladder-style radiator and an open archway connecting seamlessly to the living room.

Living room/diner
The living room provides expansive and elevated views of the sea, Walls Hill, and the surrounding areas, with Lyme Bay as a scenic backdrop. This bright and spacious room accommodates ample living room furniture and includes space for a small dining table. A notable highlight of the property is the full-width double-glazed window, featuring a sliding patio door that opens onto the balcony.

Balcony
The apartment is distinguished by its expansive, covered balcony, which spans the entire width of the apartment. There is an unobstructed view of the surrounding areas from the balcony, with the sea of Lyme Bay providing a captivating backdrop. For safety, the balcony is enclosed with glass panels and a metal guard rail.

Inner Hallway
Accessible from the living room, a door leads to the inner hallway, providing entry to both bedrooms and the bathroom. Additionally, the hallway features a convenient built-in linen cupboard with slatted shelving.

Bedroom one
This double bedroom boasts a double-glazed window to the rear, providing views over the surrounding area and across Walls Hill towards the sea and Lyme Bay. The room is enhanced by a built-in wardrobe, offering hanging space and a shelf.

Bedroom two
The bedroom features a double-glazed window to the front, providing a view overlooking the communal gardens. Additionally, it includes a built-in wardrobe with hanging space and a shelf.

Bathroom
A three-piece modern white bathroom suite consists of a panelled bath with a chrome shower fitting and a rain shower head. There is a pedestal wash basin with a mixer tap, a close-coupled toilet, and an obscure double-glazed window to the front. Wood effect flooring, tiled walls, and a ladder-style heated towel rail complete the bathroom.

OUTSIDE
The front of the building features well-maintained landscaped communal lawn gardens. At the rear of the building, residents have access to car ports, including the allocated car port for the apartment. In addition, there is a dedicated store room. A door from the car port provides access to the staircase leading to all floors.

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