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See how verdicts work1-bedroom flat · LL29 9AE
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About
This one bedroom apartment has the benefits of an allocated garage, off-road parking and far reaching sea views.
You can enter the property by one flight of stairs by accessing the property from the side garden.
Set within the beautiful communal gardens in the well maintained development of “Rhos Gwyn” in Old Colwyn. Walking distance to the local shops, bus stop, promenade & beach.
A short drive from both Colwyn Bay & Rhos on Sea.
The apartment comprises of:- Communal entrance with secure intercom entry system, hallway with built-in storage, lounge with picture window and far reaching sea views opening into the office room, kitchen, bedroom and shower room.
UPVC double glazed windows and electric heating are throughout the apartment.
Outside to the front of the building there is an allocated garage and off-road parking in the residents communal car park, communal refuse room and beautiful communal gardens.
Viewing is recommended to appreciate the convenient location this apartment offers.
Lounge 13' 2'' x 10' 4'' (4.01m x 3.15m) Kitchen 9' 2'' x 6' 9'' (2.79m x 2.06m) Office 6' 5'' x 6' 2'' (1.95m x 1.88m) Bedroom 10' 1'' x 7' 4'' (3.07m x 2.23m) Shower Room 6' 2'' x 6' 1'' (1.88m x 1.85m) Location Situated on the outskirts of Old Colwyn with its local shops and other facilities.
The larger resort town of Colwyn Bay with its larger shops is approximately two mile distance. The A55 dual carriageway is close by for easy access to Chester and the motorways beyond.
Directions From the Rhos on Sea office turn towards the Promenade, turn right onto the Promenade.
Continue along this road to the end, bear right onto Wynnstay Road, continue to the top of the road, bear left onto Abergele Road, as you go up the hill Rhos Gwyn is on the left hand side.
When approaching from the side of the property near the garden there is only one flight of stairs to the second floor.
Agents Notes NB: Apartment is leasehold on a 999 year lease from 1990 Service charge: £115 pcm payable to Rhos Gwyn Management Ltd INCLUDES:- Buildings insurance, cleaning & maintenance of the communal areas & gardens
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