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1 bedroom maisonette for sale

GILBERT ROAD, SWANAGE
Maisonette
1 bed
1 bath
484 sq ft / 45 sq m
EPC rating: D
Added > 14 days

Key information

TenureShare of freehold
Council taxBand A
BroadbandSuper-fast 80Mbps *
Mobile signal
EEO2ThreeVodafone

Features and description

  • Tenure: Share of freehold
  • Well presented cottage style maisonette
  • Excellent town centre position, opposite the steam railway
  • Private entrance
  • Dedicated parking space at the rear
  • Spacious open plan living room/kitchen
  • All lets and pets permitted
  • No forward chain
This cottage style maisonette occupies an excellent position opposite the Steam Railway and approximately 200 metres from the town centre and slightly further from the seafront. It comprises the eastern wing of a substantial detached house which was divided into separate apartments during the 1980s. The property is of brick construction under a tiled roof and stands in its own grounds with parking at the rear.

The property offers well presented accommodation with private entrance, allocated parking, gas fired central heating and is eminently suitable for the first time buyer or as an investment; all lettings and pets are permitted.

Swanage lies at the Eastern tip of the Isle of Purbeck delightfully situated between the Purbeck Hills. It has a fine, safe, sandy beach, and is an attractive mixture of old stone cottages and more modern properties, all of which blend in well with the peaceful surroundings. To the South is Durlston Country Park renowned for being the gateway to the Jurassic Coast and World Heritage Coastline.

This apartment is ideal for train enthusiasts, situated in the heart of the town, close to the beach. The entrance hall leads to the spacious dual aspect living room/kitchen with large South facing bay window overlooking the Steam Railway Station.  The kitchen is fitted with a modern range of light units, contrasting worktops and integrated electric hob and oven.

Open Plan Living Room/Kitchen    Living Room    4.95m x 2.48m (16'3" x 8'1"
Kitchen Area 2.44m x 1.52m (8' x 5')

The South facing first floor bedroom is a good sized double situated at the front of the property with similar views to the living room. The bathroom comprising panelled bath with shower over and screen completes the accommodation.

Bedroom    4.67m x 2.37m (15'4" x 7'9")
Bathroom    2.36m x 1.49m (7'9" x 4'11")

Outside, there are communal grounds which are mostly laid paved with shrub borders. There is also a reserved parking space at the rear of the building and accessed via a service lane.

TENURE  Shared Freehold. 199 years from March 1987. Shared maintenance liability which amounts to £1,080 per annum. All lettings and pets are permitted.

VIEWING   By appointment only through Corbens,[use Contact Agent Button]. The postcode for this property is BH19 1DU.

Council Tax Band A   2024-25 £1,705.88
Property Reference GIL2008         

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Corbens Estate Agents - Swanage
Corbens Estate Agents - Swanage
41 Station Road Swanage, Dorset BH19 1AD
01929 307299
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Founded in 1896 Corbens is a family run business which offers a range of expertise covering all key aspects of residential and commercial sales and rentals throughout the Isle of Purbeck.  Our Partners and negotiators are members of recognised professional bodies including: The Property Ombudsman, Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors, National Association of Estate Agents, The Guild of Property Professionals and Property Consultancy Society.  We provide an unrivalled service for both vendors and purchasers, with a friendly approach and extensive in-depth local knowledge. We are committed to quality service and remain focused on professionalism, integrity and results. 
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