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* SOLD BY HARRISON LAVERS & POTBURYS * A stunning first floor, balcony apartment with south facing sea views and situated in a prime location.
SUMMARY
Occupying the most prominent position in the terrace, numbers 7 and 8 are marked by an Historic Sidmouth blue plaque, highlighting the historical importance of the building. The pediment features a double headed eagle, the symbol of Imperial Russia commemorating the visit in 1831 of Grand Duchess Helena, sister-in-law of the Tsar.The property itself is presented in good decorative order throughout, with features including a spacious sitting/dining room with balcony, a kitchen/breakfast room with separate balcony, en suite main bedroom, second double bedroom and a shower room. There are high ceilings and skirting boards, ornate period cornices with modern yet sympathetic doors and architraves.
OUTSIDE
The residents of Fortfield Terrace benefit from a permit parking scheme with up to two permits per household.
LOCATION
Fortfield Terrace is Grade II* listed and occupies a prominent position on the seafront of Sidmouth. The Terrace overlooks the cricket field and croquet lawns in a southerly direction with views extending east to Salcombe Hill and west to Peak Hill. The town centre and seafront are within short walking distance, as are regular bus services to the surrounding area. The town offers a broad range of amenities from numerous independent shops and High Street chains, to a cinema, theatre, indoor swimming pool, library and popular cafes and restaurants.
TENURE
Leasehold. 999 years from 2006. The property owns a one tenth share in the freehold interest of 7 and 8 Fortfield Terrace. We are informed that pets are permitted with permission and that both long term and holiday letting are accepted. The building is professionally managed by our sister company, Hillsdon Management.
SERVICE CHARGE
£155 per month, correct as of February 2021. Service charge payments are fixed each year by a vote of the leaseholders at the AGM of the Freehold company. You should check the position before making a commitment to purchase.
OUTGOINGS
We are advised by East Devon District Council that the council tax band is D.
POSSESSION
Vacant possession on completion.
EPC: Grade II* Listed
REF: DHS01792
DIRECTIONS
From Bedford car park on the seafront take Station Road passing the croquet lawns on the left. Take the next left into Fortfield Terrace.
VIEWING
Strictly by appointment with the agents.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
If you request a viewing of a property, we the Agent will require certain pieces of personal information from you in order to provide a professional service to both you and our clients. The personal information you provide may be shared with our client, but will not be passed to third parties without your consent. The Agent has not tested any apparatus, equipment, appliance, fixtures, fittings or services and so cannot verify that they are in working order, or fit for the purpose. A Buyer is advised to obtain verification from their solicitor and/or surveyor. References to the tenure/outgoings/charges of a property are based on information supplied by the seller - the Agent has not had sight of the title documents. A Buyer is advised to obtain verification from their solicitor. Items shown in photographs/floor plans are not included unless specifically mentioned within the sale particulars. They may be available by separate negotiation. Buyers must check the availability of any property and make an appointment to view before embarking on a journey to view a property.
SUMMARY
Occupying the most prominent position in the terrace, numbers 7 and 8 are marked by an Historic Sidmouth blue plaque, highlighting the historical importance of the building. The pediment features a double headed eagle, the symbol of Imperial Russia commemorating the visit in 1831 of Grand Duchess Helena, sister-in-law of the Tsar.The property itself is presented in good decorative order throughout, with features including a spacious sitting/dining room with balcony, a kitchen/breakfast room with separate balcony, en suite main bedroom, second double bedroom and a shower room. There are high ceilings and skirting boards, ornate period cornices with modern yet sympathetic doors and architraves.
OUTSIDE
The residents of Fortfield Terrace benefit from a permit parking scheme with up to two permits per household.
LOCATION
Fortfield Terrace is Grade II* listed and occupies a prominent position on the seafront of Sidmouth. The Terrace overlooks the cricket field and croquet lawns in a southerly direction with views extending east to Salcombe Hill and west to Peak Hill. The town centre and seafront are within short walking distance, as are regular bus services to the surrounding area. The town offers a broad range of amenities from numerous independent shops and High Street chains, to a cinema, theatre, indoor swimming pool, library and popular cafes and restaurants.
TENURE
Leasehold. 999 years from 2006. The property owns a one tenth share in the freehold interest of 7 and 8 Fortfield Terrace. We are informed that pets are permitted with permission and that both long term and holiday letting are accepted. The building is professionally managed by our sister company, Hillsdon Management.
SERVICE CHARGE
£155 per month, correct as of February 2021. Service charge payments are fixed each year by a vote of the leaseholders at the AGM of the Freehold company. You should check the position before making a commitment to purchase.
OUTGOINGS
We are advised by East Devon District Council that the council tax band is D.
POSSESSION
Vacant possession on completion.
EPC: Grade II* Listed
REF: DHS01792
DIRECTIONS
From Bedford car park on the seafront take Station Road passing the croquet lawns on the left. Take the next left into Fortfield Terrace.
VIEWING
Strictly by appointment with the agents.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
If you request a viewing of a property, we the Agent will require certain pieces of personal information from you in order to provide a professional service to both you and our clients. The personal information you provide may be shared with our client, but will not be passed to third parties without your consent. The Agent has not tested any apparatus, equipment, appliance, fixtures, fittings or services and so cannot verify that they are in working order, or fit for the purpose. A Buyer is advised to obtain verification from their solicitor and/or surveyor. References to the tenure/outgoings/charges of a property are based on information supplied by the seller - the Agent has not had sight of the title documents. A Buyer is advised to obtain verification from their solicitor. Items shown in photographs/floor plans are not included unless specifically mentioned within the sale particulars. They may be available by separate negotiation. Buyers must check the availability of any property and make an appointment to view before embarking on a journey to view a property.
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We offer an extensive and comprehensive range of property services in Sidmouth and the surrounding area. We are also Sidmouth's longest established Estate Agents - Potbury's Estate Agents was established in the late 1890s. Over the years we have built up a reputation for providing a high level of professionalism and expertise, together with traditional values, excellent service and common courtesy. We are able to offer a wide range of property services which include property sales and lettings of both residential and commercial properties. We have extensive experience in residential property management, as well as valuations and appraisals that are carried out for all manner of purposes.