2 bedroom apartment for sale
Key information
Property description & features
- First floor apartment
- Bespoke fitted kitchen
- High ceilings
- Open fireplace
- Use of heated pool and tennis court.
- Use of 16 acres of parkland
- Parking and garage
- Share in freehold
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A well-presented apartment within a prestigious country mansion and surrounded by beautiful formal grounds of the Lees Court Country Estate, with the use of 16 acres of gardens and parkland, including heated swimming pool and a tennis court.
The apartment is accessible on the first floor via a staircase off the grand reception hall of the building.
The private entrance to the apartment provides access to an entrance hall with airing cupboard and a useful deep storage cupboard. The sitting room is dual aspect and has a high coved ceiling along with an open fireplace. The principal bedroom en-suite has a lovely view over the gardens as well as custom fitted wardrobe cupboards. The guest bedroom also has fitted wardrobe cupboards and a fireplace.
The kitchen is fitted with bespoke fittings in a soft, light grey shade by 'Collins Bespoke' of Bethersden and is complete with granite surfaces and integral appliances including washing machine, dishwasher and Quooker tap (hot water only).
The Lees Court Country Estate features a fabulous Grade I Listed mansion set within formal private gardens and parkland grounds extending to about 16 acres, with the residents having the use of all facilities including a heated swimming pool (last Bank Holiday weekend in May to Sept) and tennis court.
The main driveway winds through the grounds arriving at designated parking areas and a single garage which is included in the sale.
The pretty village of Sheldwich is nearby with its distinctive cricket green and the A251 on the periphery of the village provides a straightforward route to both Ashford (M20) and Faversham (M2).
The Town of Faversham is perhaps the most accessible and offers everyday facilities along with maritime walks along the creek as far as The Swale estuary. Faversham, the City of Canterbury and the Market Town of Ashford all offer high speed train services to London St. Pancras.
Services
Mains water, electricity and drainage connected. Communal liquid Propane gas supply with individual combination boiler. Water softener, Broadband 23mbps, mobile signal available - owner is on Vodafone.
Tenure
The tenure of flat 12 is sometimes known as Commonhold, whereby each owner owns a share of the freehold in Lees Court Estate Limited. The apartment is held on a 999-year lease dating from 1994 with a peppercorn rent payable.
The new owner will become a shareholder and join existing residence in maintaining and servicing the property to afford a country estate lifestyle for all occupants.
The annual service charge is collected monthly (£333.06) which includes gardening, window cleaning, exterior maintenance, gutter clearance and other running costs.
A building insurance premium is payable (£876.88 for 2024).
Agent’s Note
The Friends of Lees Court is a voluntary membership with £120 per annum contribution. The friends meet and arrange periodic functions and fundraising events.
Council Tax Band: D
Our Ref: ACH210046
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