2-bedroom flat · CT5 1AY
For saleListed 76 days
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Appealing Chain Free Sale – Central Whitstable Location – 159 Year Lease Occupying two floors, this spacious two-bedroom duplex apartment offers stylish light-filled accommodation in the heart of fashionable Whitstable.
Approached via an enclosed courtyard, this unique home combines character, comfort and convenience in a sought after central location.
The interior features a generous open-plan lounge/diner, perfect for both relaxing and entertaining, alongside a well-appointed kitchen fitted with a range of integrated appliances.
On the first floor are two generous double bedrooms, including an exceptionally spacious principal bedroom.
Both bedrooms benefit from their own en-suite facilities, one with a shower room and the other with a bathroom, providing flexibility and practicality for residents and guests alike.
Step outside and you'll find Whitstable's vibrant High Street on your doorstep, with its distinctive mix of independent boutiques, cafés, restaurants and excellent transport links.
The picturesque seafront, renowned for its charming harbour, beaches and scenic coastal walks, is just moments away.
Beautifully presented and ready to move straight into, this superb apartment is ideally suited as a permanent home, investment opportunity or a lock-up-and-leave coastal escape in one of Kent's most desirable seaside towns.
Communal Entrance Hall - Entrance Porch - Lounge/Diner - 6.63m x 4.17m (21'9 x 13'8) - Kitchen - 4.24m x 3.66m (13'11 x 12'0) - Small Landing - Principal Bedroom - 4.83m x 4.19m (15'10 x 13'9) - En-Suite Bathroom - 2.54m x 1.98m (8'4 x 6'6) - Bedroom 2 - 4.19m x 3.61m max (13'9 x 11'10 max) - En-Suite Shower Room - 1.32m x 1.27m (4'4 x 4'2) - Courtyard Garden - We understand from the vendors this is a shared outside space.
Tenure - The property is leasehold.
Lease length - 189 Years from July 1996 (159 years remaining) Ground Rent - £50 per year Service Charge - £225 All leasehold information is subject to verification by the seller's solicitors and should be independently confirmed by a purchaser's legal adviser at the time of a transaction.
Council Tax Band - Band A: £1,598.66 2026/27 May we suggest that interested parties make their own investigations Floorplans & Dimensions - Floorplans are intended to give a general indication of the property layout.
Room dimensions are approximate, measured at the maximum points and provided for guidance only. Dimensions should not be used for carpet or flooring sizes, appliances or items of furniture.
Approximate Floor Area - As stated on the (EPC) - 83sqm/893 sqft. Adaptations - There are no adaptations to this property.
Location & Lifestyle Amenities - There is a thriving creative scene in Whitstable with galleries, studios, and regular local events adding to the town’s character, alongside excellent opportunities for water sports including sailing, windsurfing, and kitesurfing.
Stand-up paddleboarding and kayaking are also popular along the shoreline, offering a more relaxed way to enjoy and explore the coast.
The nearby railway station provides fast and frequent services to London St Pancras and London Victoria, while the A299 is within easy reach, offering convenient links to the wider road network.
Whitstable has earned a reputation as one of Kent's most desirable coastal destinations.
Famed for its characterful streets, historic working harbour and excellent array of independent boutiques, cafés and restaurants, the town offers a relaxed yet vibrant lifestyle that continues to attract both permanent residents and those seeking a seaside retreat.
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