The Empire is an iconic Grade II Listed building set in the very centre of The UNESCO World Heritage City of Bath adjacent to Bath Abbey, Parade Gardens, Pulteney Bridge and the renowned facilities the city centre has to offer. The building dates from the early 1900's and the apartment retains features of that period including mullion windows, lofty ceiling heights, corniced ceilings, dado rails and picture rails. This particular apartment enjoys an enviable position on the eastern side of the building with views across the City including the River Avon, Pulteney Bridge and Weir, The Rec and far reaching views to countryside. Bath Abbey, The Roman Baths and City Centre are but a short level walk away making this one of the most convenient positions in the City that one could imagine.

The apartment is located on the third floor and can be accessed via the lifts or the wide mahogany staircases, then approached through a private entrance door to a hallway from which doors lead off to the principle rooms.
You will notice the spacious feel and abundance of light due to the high ceilings, long windows and southerly aspect one benefits from with this property. The living room is of good size with a feature fireplace and views across Pulteney Bridge and Weir.
A door leads into the kitchen which boasts a range of built in appliances and suitable cooking space. Along the hallway is a double bedroom of good proportions with an iron fireplace and a range of fitted wardrobes. From here you also overlook Pulteney weir across towards Bathampton.
The shower room is well appointed with a walk in shower cubicle with a good quality finish.

The residents have full access to the communal areas such as the grand lounge, dining room, cinema room, billiard room, laundrette, craft room fitness room, sauna, library and beautiful gardens. There is a guest suite for visitors that can be booked by prior arrangement.

Entrance Hall - Smoke alarm, cove ceiling, dado rail and intercom system with a pull cord. There are two storage cupboards, the first a double cupboard with shelving and an automatic light. The second a single cupboard with a hanging rail, meter and automatic light. There is also an airing cupboard with a tank, shelving and automatic light.

Living/Dining Room - 4.29m x 3.72m (14'0" x 12'2" ) - A double glazed window to the front aspect, cove ceiling, picture rail, two wall lights, fire place with a wooden surround and electric fire inset, fitted shelving with storage cupboard and television stand, telephone and television point.

Kitchen - 2.85m x 1.84m (9'4" x 6'0" ) - A range of wall and base units with tiled splash backs and laminate work surfaces, one & half bowl sink/drainer with a mixer tap. There is a range of integral appliances such as a electric hob with extractor hood over, electric oven and fridge freezer, dishwasher, washing machine and microwave. The room has a kick board heater and vinyl flooring.

Double Bedroom - 3.74m x 3.35m (12'3" x 10'11" ) - A double glazed window to the front aspect, coved ceiling, picture rail, iron fire place, fitted wardrobes, radiator and a telephone point.

Shower Room - 2.27m x 1.84m (7'5" x 6'0" ) - Recessed spot lights, extractor fan, partially tiled walls, shaving socket, low level WC with a hidden cistern, pedestal wash hand basin with a vanity unit beneath and marble work surfaces over, shower cubicle and mixer shower over, chrome towel radiator and vinyl flooring.

Communal Areas/Facilities - Two lifts. Stunning communal garden. Impressive drawing and dining rooms which can be privately hired by residents. Billiard room. Cinema room. Fitness suite. Craft room. Kitchen. Guest suites for visitor. Laundry Room.

Tenure - The property is leasehold for a period of 125 years from 1st January 1995 ie approximately 97 years remaining. Service charges £2389.10 per quarter. Ground rent £209.50 per quarter. The management company is 3sixty with a right to manage in place

Council Tax Band - According to the Valuation Office Agency website, cti.voa.gov.uk the present Council Tax Band for the property is F. Please note that change of ownership is a relevant transaction that can lead to the review of the existing council tax banding assessment.

Agents Notes - Owners of flats within The Empire have now secured the right to manage which will include controlling future service charges. Occupants/purchasers must be a minimum of 50 years of age. In the case of a couple, only one need meet the age restriction.

Please speak to the members of staff regarding any background information to coincide with offering on the property.