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About
Exceptional Ground Floor Apartment with Outstanding Coastal Views.
Occupying an enviable position within this iconic landmark building, this spacious and immaculate ground floor apartment offers breathtaking coastal views towards Rest Bay.
Originally the show apartment for the development, the property is presented to an exceptional standard and is offered for sale with no ongoing chain.
An internal viewing is highly recommended to fully appreciate the generous accommodation, high ceilings, and superb entertaining space this unique home provides.
The apartment benefits from highly convenient access via the original private porch entrance, with three allocated parking spaces immediately adjacent — making this one of the most accessible apartments within the development.
Entrance porch: Private access via the original section of this iconic building featuring beautiful leaded glazed panels and original half-tiled walls. Tiled flooring and recessed ceiling lighting.
Original private postal box. A leaded wood door with attractive glazed panel above opens into: Entrance hall: Welcoming entrance hall with laminate flooring and underfloor heating.
Double doors open to a useful storage cupboard. Recessed ceiling lighting and power points.
Contemporary open plan lounge / dining / kitchen : 33’10” x 20’4” A spectacular open-plan living space designed for entertaining, boasting high ceilings and an abundance of natural light from numerous windows enjoying sea views.
A patio door opens directly onto the surrounding gardens and private patio area. The lounge and dining areas with laminate flooring and underfloor heating and offer ample space for dining furniture.
The stylish kitchen is fitted with a comprehensive range of wall and base units complemented by ‘Corian’ work surfaces with integrated sink and upstands. Glass splashback.
Features include: Four-ring induction hob with concealed extractor, tall housing unit with double ovens, American-style fridge/freezer, Integrated dishwasher, Wine cooler, Breakfast bar, Tiled flooring to kitchen area.
Utility room: 8’2” x 5’4” (Approx.) Fitted with base units and ‘Corian’ work surface incorporating a recessed sink with mixer tap. Space for washing machine and tumble dryer.
Side window with Venetian blind. High ceiling with recessed lighting and extractor fan. Tiled floor.
Principal bedroom 16’4” x 15’2” (Approx.) A generous double bedroom with bay window to the side elevation. Fitted mirrored wardrobes. Carpeted flooring with underfloor heating.
High ceiling with recessed lighting.
Door to en-suite: Contemporary white suite comprising wall-mounted wash basin, concealed cistern W/C, and walk-in shower with rainforest-style shower head and glazed screen.
Tiled splash areas, large fitted mirror, towel radiator, recessed lighting and extractor fan. Opaque rear window with Venetian blind. Tiled floor with underfloor heating.
Bedroom two: 10’8” x 8’2” (Approx.) Second double bedroom with fitted mirrored wardrobes and side window. Carpeted flooring with underfloor heating. High ceilings and recessed lighting.
Door to: En-suite: White suite with wall-mounted wash basin, concealed cistern W/C, and walk-in shower with rainforest-style shower head.
Tiled splash areas, fitted mirror, towel radiator, recessed lighting and extractor fan. Tiled flooring with underfloor heating.
Bedroom three: 13’0” (to wardrobe face) x 7’11” (Approx.) A third double bedroom with fitted wardrobes and two side-facing windows with Roman blinds. Carpeted flooring with underfloor heating.
High ceiling with recessed lighting. Bathroom: Modern white suite comprising wall-mounted wash basin, concealed cistern W/C, and bath with shower attachment and glazed screen.
Tiled splash areas, large mirror, shaver point, recessed lighting and extractor fan. Opaque side window with Venetian blind. Tiled flooring with underfloor heating.
Externally: Secure gated development, Three allocated parking spaces directly adjacent to the apartment entrance, Communal landscaped gardens, Patio area with superb coastal views towards Rest Bay.
Service charges : Ground rent—£250.00 per annum paid quarterly Service Charge—£3393.36 per annum paid quarterly (2025– 2026) The council tax band for this property = G All measurements are approximate, quoted in imperial for guidance only and must not be relied upon.
Fixtures, fittings and appliances have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given that they are in working order.
Any floor plans included in these sales particulars are not accurate or drawn to scale and are intended only to help prospective purchasers visualise the layout of the property.
The plans do not form part of any contract.
Tenure Although we have been verbally advised of the tenure of this property, we have not had access to the deeds so this should be verified by the purchasers Solicitor.
Value & comps
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