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2 bedroom apartment

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Apartment
2 bed
1 bath
EPC rating: E*
667 sq ft / 62 sq m

Key information

Tenure: Leasehold
Council tax: Ask agent
Broadband: Basic 20Mbps *
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
  • A self-contained first floor, leasehold flat offering far reaching countryside views.
  • Situated quietly within a small historic Grade II Listed courtyard close to the town centre.
  • Spacious living room with access to the attic.
  • Fitted kitchen with plumbing for washing machine.
  • Two double bedrooms, one with fitted wardrobes.
  • Mains gas central heating.
  • Would suit first time buyers or investor purchasers.
This first floor flat is situated within a small tucked away complex of similar styled Grade II Listed buildings built during the 1780’s within the site of Launceston’s historic former workhouse and prison. It is located within walking distance of the town shops and amenities and the property is heated by main gas central heating throughout.

The flat shares a communal entrance with two other dwellings then ascends from private stairs, straight into the light and airy living room that benefits from light coloured practical flooring, a large fitted cupboard and access to the loft. There is space for a dining table and chairs and more comfortable furniture. The kitchen is fitted with some basic cupboards with plumbing and space for a washing machine below the ceramic sink and drainer. The electric oven and hob are included in the sale.

The generous shower room enjoys a double size shower with glass panels, a white WC, matching hand basin and an airing cupboard. The two bedrooms are both double in size and enjoy far reaching countryside views, the larger one has an array of built-in wardrobes.

This property will suit first time or buy to let purchasers.

Kensey Place is located within a short distance of Launceston town centre which boasts a range of shopping, commercial, educational and recreational facilities and lies adjacent to the A30 trunk road giving access to Truro and West Cornwall in one direction and Exeter and beyond in the opposite direction.
(On Foot). From Launceston Square proceed into Southgate Street and through the South Gate Arch, continue bearing round to the left hand side passing the Launceston Arms Public House on the left continuing to Prouts Corner. At Prouts Corner bear immediately left. Proceed along the path between the red brick houses and No 8A Kensey Place will be identified on the left hand side.

Rooms

Lounge/Dining Room
5.77m max x 5.18m max

Kitchen 2.74m x 3.18m

Bedroom 1
3.66m max x 2.29m max

Bedroom 2
3.35m max x 2.26m max

Bathroom/WC
2.97m max x 1.75m max

SERVICES
Mains water, electricity, drainage and gas.

TENURE
Leasehold. Remainder of a 999 year lease granted in 1980. Ground rent is £2 per annum. There are no annual service charge obligations, however, maintenance costs are split 50/50 with the flat below. Buildings insurance is also split 50/50 with the flat below and equates to approximately £200 per annum.

VIEWING ARRANGEMENTS
Strictly by appointment with the selling agent.

Property information from this agent

Places of interest

    Established in 1924, Webbers estate agents are a national award-winning, independent estate agency, voted in the Top 3 estate agents in the UK for customer service in 2014. We have 16 West Country offices for residential sales & lettings in North Devon, West Somerset, Exmoor and Cornwall. Our exclusive Fine & Country marketing enables us to put our property in Park Lane, right in the heart of London, offering fabulous market exposure. In addition, with specialist departments for Commercial Property, Survey & Professional and New Homes, we deliver a comprehensive property service, with an enviable reputation as professionals in property. Launceston is the ancient capital of Cornwall. Attractions include the English Heritage Norman Castle and steam railway, narrow streets and plenty of Georgian and Victorian architecture. Excellent access can be gained to the A30 dual carriageway and both Bodmin Moor and Dartmoor. The town is 17 miles from the coastal resort and rugged cliff tops of Bude. Our town square is a conservation area and has a pedestrian-friendly shopping area with cobbled streets.  The Church of St Mary Magdalene in the town centre is one of the most heavily engraved in the country. Typical out-of-town buyers come from the West Midlands and South East seeking retirement/a slower pace of life which is what our county epitomises.  We have a hard-working Launceston in Bloom committee passionate about making the town look attractive throughout all seasons and the Town Council does an excellent job of maintenance and grass cutting.  In 2011 HRH the Duchess of Cornwall opened up a new refurbished Town Hall. Average prices here for houses for sale in Launceston are £187,000 (2011 figures) and typical properties in the town include Victorian semis and modern edge-of-town developments.  We also have a growing Fine and Country department.

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