3-bedroom terraced house · CO14 8PY
Sold STCListed 39 days
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Built in 1891 as part of Walton's historic Coastguard Station, Sheen's Estate Agents are pleased to offer for sale this three bedroom coastguard cottage, occupying a unique position just moments from the seafront and enjoying sea views.
Steeped in local maritime history, the property offers a rare opportunity to restore a distinctive piece of Walton's coastal heritage, with a programme of renovation works having been commenced by the current owners and now requiring completion.
Further benefits include a generous front garden and garage, with considerable potential for the next owner to complete the works and create a truly individual coastal home.
Accommodation Comprises - The accommodation comprises approximate room sizes: Double glazed entrance door to: Entrance Hallway Stair flight to first floor.
Open access to potential ground floor cloakroom. Under stair storage cupboard. Open access to; Lounge/Diner (6.71m x5.26m (22' x17'3)) Double glazed windows to front.
Former Kitchen (5.03m x 3.12m (16'6 x 10'3)) First Floor Most internal walls for the first floor have been removed.
Bedroom (6.71m x 5.26m (22' x 17'3)) Potentially two bedrooms with double glazed windows to both front and rear aspect with front aspect offering sea views.
Rear Bedroom & Former Bathroom (5.08m x 3.10m (16'8 x 10'2)) Three double glazed windows to rear.
Front Bedroom (3.96m max x 3.66m max (13' max x 12' max)) Double glazed window to front offering sea views. Rear Garden Hard standing rear garden leading to garage and outbuildings.
Gate giving access to further rear area and possible off street parking. Additional Outside Rear Potential vehicular access to hard standing area leading to garage with up and over door.
Gate giving access to rear garden. Outside Front Accessed via gate from East Terrace. Mainly laid to lawn. Enclosed by fencing.
Material Information - Freehold Property Tenure: Freehold Council Tax: Tendring District Council; Council Tax Band; B Payable 2026/2027 £1801.78 Per Annum Any Additional Property Charges: Services Connected: (Gas): (Electricity): (Water): (Sewerage Type): We believe all services are connected however this is difficult to confirm with the properties current condition.
(Telephone, Broadband & Mobile Coverage): For Current Correct Information Please Visit: Non-Standard Property Features To Note: Cash buyers only - the property is currently uninhabitable.
Agents Note - Restrictive Covenants & Easements The property is subject to and benefits from rights and easements contained within the title, including provisions relating to light, air and boundary structures.
The title also contains a historic restrictive covenant relating to building beyond a specified building line on the seaward side of the property.
Prospective purchasers should refer to the title documents and seek clarification from their legal representative.
0926Le Money laundering, terrorist financing and transfer of funds (information of the payer) regulations 2017 - When agreeing a purchase, prospective purchasers will be asked to undertake Identification checks including producing photographic identification and proof of residence documentation along with source of funds information.
There will be an admin charge of £24 inclusive of VAT for a single applicant and £36 inclusive of VAT total for multiple applicants via a third party company who undertake our Anti Money Laundering checks.
Referral fees - You will find a list of any/all referral fees we may receive on our website . Particular Disclaimer - These Particulars do not constitute part of an offer or contract.
They should not be relied upon as a statement of fact and interested parties must verify their accuracy personally.
All internal & some outside photographs are taken with a wide angle lens, therefore before arranging a viewing, room sizes should be taken into consideration.
Draft Details - Draft details - not yet approved by vendor
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