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For saleReduced £15k (−7%) on 7 SepListed 73 days
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About
A beautifully presented two-bedroom apartment occupying a superb canal-side position, offering bright and spacious accommodation, an impressive open-plan living area, two bathrooms and allocated parking, ideally positioned within easy reach of Hoole and Chester city centre.
This stylish two-bedroom apartment forms part of the popular Wharton Court development on Hoole Lane and provides well-proportioned, contemporary accommodation that would make an excellent first-time purchase, city home or investment opportunity.
The apartment is entered via a welcoming entrance hallway, finished in fresh neutral décor and providing access to the principal rooms.
At the heart of the property is the impressive open-plan living, dining and kitchen space.
The living area is particularly bright, with French doors allowing an abundance of natural light into the room and providing an attractive outlook towards the canal and surrounding greenery.
There is generous space for both lounge and dining furniture, making this a fantastic area for everyday living as well as entertaining.
The kitchen is incorporated seamlessly into the open-plan layout and is fitted with an extensive range of contemporary light-wood wall and base units complemented by contrasting work surfaces.
Integrated appliances include an electric oven and hob with stainless-steel extractor and splashback, while a useful breakfast-bar area provides additional seating and creates a natural divide between the kitchen and reception space without compromising the open-plan feel.
The principal bedroom is an excellent-sized double room, benefiting from plenty of natural light and offering ample space for a large bed together with freestanding wardrobes and additional bedroom furniture.
A significant benefit is the private en-suite shower room, providing excellent additional facilities and creating a comfortable principal bedroom suite.
Bedroom two is another well-proportioned room and offers excellent flexibility, being ideally suited as a second bedroom, guest room or dedicated home office.
In addition to the en-suite, the apartment benefits from a separate family bathroom, fitted with a white three-piece suite comprising panelled bath, WC and wash hand basin.
Neutral tiling and a large wall-mounted mirror complete the bright and practical space.
Externally, the development enjoys an appealing canal-side setting, providing a particularly pleasant outlook and easy access to waterside walks.
Importantly, the apartment also benefits from allocated parking, a particularly valuable feature given its convenient location close to the city centre.
The property is ideally situated for access into Chester city centre, while the highly regarded suburb of Hoole is also within convenient reach, offering an excellent selection of independent shops, cafés, bars and restaurants.
With its combination of a waterside setting, allocated parking, spacious open-plan accommodation, two double bedrooms, principal en-suite and separate family bathroom, Wharton Court represents an excellent opportunity for buyers looking for contemporary apartment living close to the heart of Chester.
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.
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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.
CHT250222/8 Entrance Hall 3.66m × 1.07m - A welcoming entrance hallway providing access to the principal accommodation.
Finished in neutral tones with carpeted flooring, wall-mounted electric heating, contemporary internal doors and useful space for coats and storage.
Open-Plan Living / Dining Room 5.49m × 3.2m - A particularly bright and spacious reception area forming the heart of the apartment.
French doors with a Juliet-style balcony provide an attractive outlook towards the canal while allowing plenty of natural light into the room.
There is ample space for both comfortable lounge furniture and a dining table, with wood-effect flooring continuing seamlessly towards the kitchen.
Principal Bedroom 4.27m × 2.74m - A generously proportioned double bedroom offering excellent space for a double or king-size bed and additional bedroom furniture.
French doors provide plenty of natural light and an attractive outlook, while the neutral décor and carpeting create a bright and comfortable room.
En Suite 2.29m × 1.78m - A smart modern bathroom fitted with a white suite comprising panelled bath with shower over and glazed shower screen, WC and wash hand basin with storage beneath.
Finished with contrasting black wall tiling, light tiled flooring, wall-mounted mirror, glass shelving and heated towel rail.
Bedroom Two 3.96m × 2.34m - A well-proportioned second bedroom suitable for use as a guest room, home office or additional double bedroom.
Featuring a window providing natural light, neutral décor and carpeted flooring.
Bathroom 2.29m × 1.88m - A well-proportioned family bathroom fitted with a white three-piece suite comprising panelled bath with shower attachment, pedestal wash hand basin and low-level WC.
Finished with tiled walls incorporating a decorative border, a large wall-mounted mirror and chrome heated towel rail. Bright, neutral décor creates a clean and fresh finish.
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