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About
This well-proportioned ground floor apartment occupies a convenient and level position within a modern and well-maintained residential development, ideally suited to downsizers, professionals or those seeking ease of access without compromise on space or comfort.
Accessed via a secure communal entrance, the building is quietly positioned and finished to a good standard, with bright and orderly common areas.
The apartment itself is entered into a welcoming central hallway from which all accommodation flows, creating a practical and well-balanced layout.
The living room is positioned to the front of the property and is generously sized, benefiting from large picture windows which provide excellent natural light.
The room offers ample space for both living and dining furniture and is well served with power points and media connections.
To the rear, the kitchen is fitted with a range of contemporary units complemented by quality worktops and tiled finishes.
Integrated appliances include a gas hob, electric oven, extractor hood and there is space for a fridge/freezer and washer/dryer, with a large window ensuring a bright working environment.
The principal bedroom is front facing and features fitted wardrobes with soft-close doors, along with the added benefit of a well-appointed en suite shower room.
A second double bedroom, positioned to the rear, also includes fitted wardrobes and is served by a family bathroom finished with a white suite, vanity storage and modern tiling.
Additional features include gas central heating via a combi boiler, a secure door entry system and a useful storage cupboard located off the hall.
Externally, the development benefits from private residents’ parking and neatly maintained communal garden grounds.
The property has been successfully rented and would now benefit from some cosmetic upgrading, such as redecoration and flooring, offering an incoming purchaser an excellent opportunity to personalise the interior to their own taste.
Disclaimer: The lounge/diner and bedrooms have been virtually staged.
The property has previously been rented and requires a moderate level of re-decoration/modernisation and as such has been competitively priced.
Area Shawfarm Gardens enjoys a prime and highly convenient location within the established and highly regarded coastal town of Prestwick, located on Scotland’s west coast, known for its strong sense of community, attractive beachfront and exceptional golfing heritage.
The town is internationally recognised as the home of Prestwick Golf Club, the original venue of The Open Championship, with a number of highly regarded courses located nearby.
The town centre offers a diverse range of amenities, including independent shops, cafés, restaurants and boutiques, creating a lively yet relaxed atmosphere.
Prestwick railway station is within easy reach and provides regular services to Ayr, Troon and Glasgow Central, making the town particularly convenient for commuters.
Everyday shopping needs are well catered for, with Sainsbury’s and Tesco both close by, while the sandy beachfront and promenade are easily accessible.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport is also nearby, offering domestic and international flights, and the A77/M77 provides efficient road links north to Glasgow and south along the Ayrshire coastline.
Value & comps
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