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No onward chain | top-floor apartment | sought-after new place development | recently extended 999 year lease | stunning garden, duck pond & park views | secure underground parking | lift access | 0.3 miles to upminster station A superbly positioned two bedroom top-floor apartment, enjoying a beautiful outlook across the communal gardens, picturesque duck pond and surrounding parkland, within the highly sought-after New Place development in the heart of Upminster.
Stylishly presented throughout, this impressive home combines contemporary open-plan living with secure underground parking, lift access and the significant advantage of a recently extended 999 year lease (from January 2020).
Offered with no onward chain, it presents an outstanding opportunity for first-time buyers, downsizers and commuters seeking a well-appointed home in a prime location.
The accommodation Positioned on the top floor, the apartment benefits from a desirable elevated outlook and a peaceful setting within this popular development.
Secure entry phone access provides a welcoming arrival, while lift access ensures convenient movement throughout the building.
The heart of the home is the impressive open-plan kitchen, lounge and dining room, creating a versatile, sociable living space ideally suited to both everyday living and entertaining.
The open-plan arrangement allows the kitchen and reception areas to work harmoniously together, offering space to prepare meals, relax and enjoy time with family or friends.
The apartment’s attractive outlook further enhances the appeal of this inviting living area.
There are two great-size bedrooms, both benefiting from fitted wardrobes, providing practical storage while retaining valuable floor space.
The rooms offer excellent flexibility, whether required as comfortable bedrooms, guest accommodation or a home-working space.
Completing the internal accommodation is an impressive three-piece family bathroom, finished to complement the apartment’s stylish presentation.
Outside & parking One of the defining features of this apartment is its beautiful outlook over the communal gardens, duck pond and parkland, offering a wonderfully green setting that feels removed from the pace of everyday town-centre life.
Residents can enjoy the beautifully maintained south-facing communal garden and courtyard, providing attractive outdoor surroundings in which to relax and unwind.
Further benefits include allocated secure underground parking with fob access, offering valuable peace of mind and convenience, together with a large underground storage cupboard ideal for bicycle storage or additional belongings.
The new place development & clockhouse gardens The highly regarded New Place development is particularly appealing for its combination of convenient town-centre living and attractive landscaped surroundings.
Closeby, Clockhouse Gardens offers a charming three-acre ornamental garden featuring a picturesque lake, a surviving historic moat and a central island.
The gardens attract local wildlife, including ducks, Canada geese and moorhens, creating a delightful natural setting.
Other points of interest include the Grade II listed stable block dating from 1775, carved wooden tree sculptures and a historic bowling green.
This distinctive setting adds to the appeal of the apartment, providing access to attractive green space just moments from the amenities of Upminster.
Location The location is a real highlight, with Upminster town centre close at hand and an excellent selection of local shops, cafés, restaurants and everyday amenities within easy reach.
For commuters, Upminster Railway Station is approximately 0.3 miles away, offering convenient connections for travel into London and beyond.
The property is also superbly positioned for local schooling, with The Coopers Company & Coborn School and Upminster Junior School both approximately 0.2 miles away.
Whether you are looking for convenient commuting, access to well-regarded local schools or the enjoyment of attractive outdoor surroundings, this apartment offers an appealing combination of lifestyle and location.
Why this apartment stands out no onward chain highly sought-after new place development two bedroom top-floor apartment Recently extended 999 year lease (Jan 2020) beautiful outlook over communal gardens, duck pond & park Stylishly presented throughout Open-plan kitchen, lounge & dining room Two great-size bedrooms with fitted wardrobes impressive three-piece family bathroom secure underground parking with fob access secure entry phone system & lift access south-facing communal garden & courtyard large underground storage cupboard 0.2 miles to local schools 0.3 miles to upminster train station Prime upminster town centre location An exceptional opportunity to acquire a stylish, top-floor apartment in one of Upminster’s sought-after developments, combining a picturesque outlook, secure parking, excellent transport links and an impressive 999 year lease (from 2020).
With its attractive presentation and the added benefit of no onward chain, this is a home that deserves to be viewed. Contact Beresfords today to arrange your viewing.
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