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See how verdicts work2-bedroom flat · BA4 5DQ
For saleReduced £5k (−2.6%) on 26 OctListed 165 days
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DESCRIPTION Located in a quiet residential area, the apartment is one of 5 in a converted building.
The apartment has lovely views, and is close to the town’s facilities and a local bus stop An external metal staircase leads to the first floor and the communal hall shared with Flat No 5 where an internal staircase leads solely for the use of Flat 6.
You enter the apartment into a linear hallway which runs centrally through the flat giving access to all rooms.
The kitchen / breakfast room has been refurbished by the current owners and is located to the rear of the building enjoying countryside views.
This light and airy room is fitted with an extensive range of base, drawer and wall units incorporating single drainer sink unit, cooker point, canopy, plumbing for washing machine, and space for an under counter fridge.
There is ample space in this room for a good sized dining table and chairs as well as a freestanding fridge / freezer.
Across the hall, the spacious beamed sitting room enjoys a lot of natural light and has a view over the communal lawned gardens.
The main bedroom also enjoys countryside views and has fitted floor to ceiling wardrobes along one wall and eaves storage space with light connected.
Moving back along the hall, past the sitting room, you reach the bathroom.
This is fitted with a modern white suite of pedestal wash hand basin, low level wc and panel enclosed bath with shower and screen. Completing the accommodation is the 2nd double bedroom.
OUTSIDE The property enjoys communal gardens comprising mainly lawns and a seating area enjoying views.
Entering Western court from Shaftgate Avenue there is one parking space by the red brick building with additional parking in the main car parking area.
There are outside security lights and a shared storage shed. AGENT’S NOTE The property is Leasehold with all 5 apartments owning a share of the Freehold.
Lease 999 year from 1986 Maintenance charges £70 pcm Ground Rent £25pa ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Gas fired heating. Double glazing. All mains’ services are connected. Council Tax Band B.
LOCATION The historic market town of Shepton Mallet offers a range of local amenities and shopping facilities and is within commuting distance of Bristol, Bath, Wells, Frome and Castle Cary with its mainline station to Paddington London.
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