2-bedroom flat · BH23 5EB
For saleReduced £25k (−11.1%) on 8 OctListed 71 days
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About
A spacious and beautifully presented two-bedroom top-floor apartment, occupying a convenient position in the heart of Highcliffe and within easy reach of the village centre, local amenities and coastline.
The property is located at the rear of the block and is south facing, offering bright, generously proportioned accommodation extending to approximately 764 sq ft, together with the valuable benefit of a private garage.
Highcliffe on Sea (or simply Highcliffe) sits on a high bluff above a beautiful stretch of sand and shingle beach.
This small leafy coastal town, straddling the Dorset/Hampshire border, is best known for Highcliffe Castle, an ornate early Victorian mansion, once home to Mr Selfridge and now an events venue.
Its grounds enjoy outstanding views across Christchurch Bay towards the Isle of Wight while footpaths head off to a wooded nature reserve or zig-zag down to the beach.
Highcliffe is ideal for those searching for a relaxed yet smart seaside lifestyle. A high street of useful independent shops includes a bakery, family butcher and gourmet grocery.
Highcliffe also nurtures a foodie reputation with an annual food festival and tasty selection of cafes, gastropubs and restaurants.
Leisure facilities include Highcliffe Castle Golf Club while the New Forest lies just to the north.
As Highcliffe developed post-war property is mostly mid-century character houses, coastal chalets and high-specification new builds.
For families, schools are rated ‘good’ while local independents, including Durlston Court and Ballard, are judged ‘excellent’.
Mainline railway stations are found nearby at Hinton Admiral and New Milton with services to London Waterloo in two hours.
Externally, the property benefits from a private garage measuring approximately 16'7" x 8'1", providing secure parking or valuable storage.
Additional Information: Tenure: Leasehold Lease Term: 189 years from and including 29 September 1978 Lease Term Remaining: 141 years Service Charge: £2,000 per annum Ground Rent: £60 per annum Council Tax Band: C Energy Performance Rating: D Current: 63 Potential: 76 Services: All mains services connected Heating: Gas central heating Parking: Garage & communal parking Flood Risk: Low Broadband: Adsl Copper-based phone landline Superfast broadband with speeds of up to 46 Mbps is available at the property (Ofcom).
Mobile Signal/Coverage: No known issues, please check with your provider for further clarity. The apartment is approached via a communal entrance, with stairs rising to the top floor.
Upon entering, a welcoming hallway provides access to all of the principal rooms. The standout feature is the impressive sitting/dining room, measuring approximately 18'5" x 11'8".
This wonderfully spacious reception room offers ample space for both comfortable seating and a dining table, making it equally well suited to everyday living and entertaining.
The separate kitchen is thoughtfully arranged with a range of fitted units and work surfaces, while an adjoining utility area provides useful additional storage and space for appliances.
There are two well-proportioned double bedrooms.
The principal bedroom is particularly generous, measuring approximately 13'4" x 11'0", while the second bedroom measures approximately 11'0" x 10'5" and would work equally well as a guest room, study or hobby room.
A bathroom completes the internal accommodation.
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