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See how verdicts work2-bedroom flat · CT20 3AE
For saleReduced £30k (−11.8%) on 26 OctListed 222 days
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About
Situated along Sandgate’s sought-after seafront, this well-presented two-bedroom ground floor apartment enjoys wonderful sea views from the private balcony and direct access to the beach front and promenade.
The apartment is purpose built and offers well-proportioned accommodation throughout.
A bright and welcoming living space opens onto the private balcony, providing the perfect spot to relax and take in the sea views.
Further accommodation includes the modern fitted kitchen, two bedrooms and a stylish bathroom.
The property also benefits from a useful separate storage space, a share of the freehold and is being sold with no forward chain.
Beach Marine is perfectly positioned for the promenade, beach, cafés and local amenities, with excellent transport links nearby.
This is a great opportunity to acquire a seafront apartment combining views, location and modern living.
IMPORTANT NOTE TO POTENTIAL PURCHASERS & TENANTS: We endeavour to make our particulars accurate and reliable, however, they do not constitute or form part of an offer or any contract and none is to be relied upon as statements of representation or fact.
The services, systems and appliances listed in this specification have not been tested by us and no guarantee as to their operating ability or efficiency is given.
All photographs and measurements have been taken as a guide only and are not precise. Floor plans where included are not to scale and accuracy is not guaranteed.
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POTENTIAL PURCHASERS: Fixtures and fittings other than those mentioned are to be agreed with the seller.
POTENTIAL TENANTS: All properties are available for a minimum length of time, with the exception of short term accommodation. Please contact the branch for details.
A security deposit of at least one month’s rent is required. Rent is to be paid one month in advance. It is the tenant’s responsibility to insure any personal possessions.
Payment of all utilities including water rates or metered supply and Council Tax is the responsibility of the tenant in most cases.
FOL260025/2 Location A fantastic and exciting opportunity to purchase a stunning beachfront apartment with substantial, south facing private garden, offering breath-taking views over the English Channel and local coastline.
Tucked away along a private drive and set back from the road, 'Beach Marine' enjoys a peaceful and secluded position along The Riviera.
The property is conveniently situated within easy access to local amenities and mainline high speed railway station and the M20 motorway.
Directions From Folkestone Town Centre, head out of the town towards Sandgate on the A259 Sandgate Road.
Proceed down Sandgate Hill taking the first turning on your left hand side into Radnor Cliff Crescent. Remain on the road turning right at the end of the road into The Rivierra.
Beach Marine is a purpose built development of apartments on the left hand side fronting Sandgate Beach Communal Entrance Hall With entry phone system and door opening to the communal entrance.
Ground floor access to Flat 20.
Entrance Hall Lounge/Diner 4.9m x 3.95m (16' 1" x 13' 0") Balcony 3.38m x 1.25m (11' 1" x 4' 1") Kitchen 3.3m x 2.09m (10' 10" x 6' 10") Bedroom 1 3.85m x 3m (12' 8" x 9' 10") Bedroom 2 3.58m x 2.59m (11' 9" x 8' 6") Bathroom 2.08m x 1.65m (6' 10" x 5' 5") Lease Details We have been informed by our vendor the apartment has a share of the freehold with an underlying lease of 999 years from 1968 - circa 941 years remaining.
Service Charge We have been informed by our vendor the service charge is currently £1033 per annum.
Ground Rent We have been informed there is a ground rent of £25 pa Council Tax Band - C EPC Rating EPC - D
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