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2 bedroom apartment

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2 bed
1 bath
EPC rating: D*
742 sq ft / 69 sq m

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Broadband: Super-fast 40Mbps *
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EE O2 Three Vodafone
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Property description & features

*SOLD BY HARRISON LAVERS & POTBURY'S*Enjoying superb views over the town to Salcombe Hill and to the sea, a recently refurbished first floor two bedroom apartment.

SUMMARY
The flat was refurbished during 2017 and is beautifully presented throughout. The kitchen offers an excellent range of modern units along with worksurfaces and tiled splash backs and there are built in appliances comprising a split-level oven with combi microwave above, an inset ceramic hob with cooker hood over and an integrated fridge/freezer. Both the bedrooms have fitted wardrobes and drawer units and the shower room and separate cloakroom/WC have been modernised with modern white suites and attractive tiling.Heating is via electric panel heaters and night storage heaters and the windows are double glazed.The apartment is approached via a communal entrance hall which has a security entry system. Spacious communal landings offer lovely views over communal grounds and there is a house managers office and a lift to the upper floors. Powys House also benefits from having a stunning residents lounge along with a laundry, greenhouse and there are guest suites.

OUTSIDE
Powys House occupies a beautiful setting amongst large well-kept communal grounds and is conveniently situated within walking distance of the town centre, seafront and local bus services. Flat 36 enjoys a lovely easterly aspect with stunning views over the town to the surrounding hills and to the sea. All the principal rooms take full advantage of the outlook, the lounge/dining room having a sliding patio door and balcony.

LOCATION
The grounds are predominantly laid to lawn and enjoy a lovely south westerly aspect with mature trees lining the boundaries. Pathways lead around the grounds where there are numerous benches, dustbin storage, outside tap for car washing and pedestrian rear access via Connaught Close providing a convenient walk through to All Saints Road and onto the town centre.

TENURE
We understand that the apartment is leasehold, held on a 999 year lease from 1982.

MAINTENANCE
There is a service charge for each apartment at Powys House, which is payable monthly in advance and covers the following items: the House Manager's salary, the maintenance, repair and re-decoration of building structures and communal area facilities, maintenance of the laundry and its equipment and the two guest suites (which are available at a nominal cost for the use of the residents' visitors), all external window cleaning, gardening, the cost of the water, gas and electricity for the communal areas (where applicable), buildings insurance plus contents insurance for the common areas, furnishing and equipment. The management charge for administration purposes is levied by the Housing Association or their agent in line with the housing corporation guidelines. The current monthly service charge is £298.53 for the apartment. Service charge payments can be liable to alteration, you should therefore, check the position before making a commitment to purchase.

AGENTS NOTES:
A resident must be 55 years of age or over.The lease contains specific arrangements for the re-sale of apartments. Re-sales are conducted on the seller's behalf by the freeholder, Retirement Properties Ltd. The arrangements for the fees and costs which apply to this process have been amended by voluntary agreement with the Competition and Markets Authority. The sellers will be responsible for the fees to the estate agent, solicitor and any other costs such as the EPC, and in addition a fee calculated at 4% of the lower of the sale price or the sellers original purchase price, is payable to the freeholder.

OUTGOINGS
We are advised by East Devon District Council that the council tax band is D.

POSSESSION
Vacant possession on completion.POSSESSION Vacant possession on completion.

EPC: D

REF: DHS01978

DIRECTIONS
From the top of the High Street, turn left into All Saints Road. At the roundabout take the third exit which is the entrance to Powys. Follow the driveway to the rear of the building where the main entrance will be found.

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

Council Tax Band: D
Tenure: Leasehold

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    Broadband availability and predicted speed: obtained from Ofcom on December 30, 2021

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