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** GUIDE PRICE OF £280,000 - £300,000 - GARAGE INCLUDED ** Stoneridge Estate Agents are delighted to present this exclusive duplex apartment within the sought-after Waterside Marina development.
The property offers three generously sized bedrooms, all benefiting from their own en-suite facilities, making it ideal for modern living.
Located in The Shipyard, the newer section of the complex, the apartment is perfectly positioned in the heart of the marina, with moored boats and yachts just yards away, creating a truly picturesque setting.
The building is accessed via a secure entry system, available only to a limited number of residents.
Stairs lead to the second floor, where a welcoming reception hall provides access to all accommodation. The hallway first leads to a contemporary cloakroom with a modern fitted suite.
Adjacent is a well-proportioned bedroom with an en-suite shower room and a Juliet balcony offering rooftop views.
Opposite, the impressive open-plan living space features a stylish kitchen with concealed appliances, a bright and airy lounge area, and a large Juliet balcony overlooking the well-maintained communal gardens below.
The upper floor hosts two further spacious bedrooms, both with en-suite facilities and enjoying either rooftop or garden views from their elevated position.
Additional benefits include an allocated parking space within the secure underground car park, as well as a large private garage.
Convenience is something you can add to this property by way of its positioning being just a stroll from the charming town centre that has a host of local shops, bars, cafes, and services.
Colchester is under ten miles and neighbouring villages of Great Bentley and Alresford offer train stations connecting into Colchester and London's Liverpool St. Call now to schedule a viewing.
Kitchen / Lounge / Diner 23'8" x 16'4" (7.21m x 4.98m) Bedroom 3 18'8" x 14'6" (5.69m x 4.42m) En Suite to Bedroom 3 7'2" x 5'11" (2.18m x 1.80m) Cloakroom 5'10" x 3'7" (1.78m x 1.09m) Bedroom 1 15'7" x 15'7" (4.75m x 4.75m) En Suite to Master 11'8" x 6'9" (3.56m x 2.06m) Bedroom 2 16'2" x 15'8" (4.93m x 4.78m) Bathroom to Bedroom 2 12'0" x 6'9" (3.66m x 2.06m) Garage 12'6" x 24'7" (3.81m x 7.49m) Material information for this property: Tenure is Leasehold Ground Rent - £250 per year Service Charge - TBC Lease length: 180 Years Remaining.
Council Tax Band - E EPC Rating - B Services Connected. Electricity - Yes Gas - Yes Water - Yes. Sewerage type - Mains. Telephone & Broadband coverage - Unknown.
Prospective purchasers should be directed to website Checker.ofcom.org.co.uk to confirm the coverage of mobile phone and broadband for this property. Non standard property features to note - None.
Any other charges: None. Consumer Protection from Unfair Trading Regulations 2008.
The Agent has not tested any apparatus, equipment, fixtures and fittings or services and so cannot verify that they are in working order or fit for the purpose.
References to the Tenure of a Property are based on information supplied by the Seller. The Agent has not had sight of the title documents.
A Buyer is advised to obtain verification from their Solicitor. Items shown in photographs are not included unless specifically mentioned within the sales particulars.
We can also not confirm that such items are within the ownership of the seller. They may however be available by separate negotiation.
Floorplans are for guidance purposes only and therefore not to scale.
The agent has assumed relevant planning permissions are in place for any alterations the property has undergone and it is the responsibility of the seller to confirm this via their solicitor.
Money Laundering Regulations 2003 - Any prospective purchasers' will be asked to produce photographic identification and proof of residential documentation once entering into negotiations for a property in order for us to comply with current Legislation.
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