1-bedroom flat · OL3 5QR
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About
A truly unique opportunity within The Wharf, Dobcross, this gorgeous 1-bedroom apartment is one of only six apartments that run the full depth of the building.
Extending from the front to the rear of The Wharf, this apartment enjoys views of Diggle Brook, Huddersfield canal and trees/greenery from the lounge window.
It also has lovely views from the bedroom of a woodland area at the rear with more trees and greenery enhancing the sense of connection to the beautiful surrounding landscape.
The property comes with a dedicated parking space, communal garden area, and several integrated storage facilities.
It is ideally located within walking distance to Uppermill along a picturesque canal path, easy reach of the popular village of Dobcross and local amenities of both including shops, pubs/restaurants, transport links to Manchester and Oldham.
The property itself is situated on the 2nd floor from the front, 1st floor access from the rear across a bridge, and briefly comprises of: hall (with 2 x storage cupboards + loft access; lounge/diner; kitchen; shower room; bedroom (king sized with fitted wardrobes).
This is a fantastic, easy-to-maintain apartment with competitive service charges, and in person viewing is highly recommended!
Service charge: £464.27 biannually (payable in April and October each year). Ground rent: £50pa. Council tax band: B.
Leasehold Hall 1.12m (3' 8") x 4.45m (14' 7") The apartment door opens into the hall, which provides access to all rooms of the property with solid oak doors.
It also provides access to 2 integrated storage cupboards, and loft access boarded with ladder for additional storage.
Lounge/Diner 3.26m (10' 8") x 5.53m (18' 2") The lounge/diner is large enough to accommodate a suite, dining furniture for 4+ people, plus a range of occasional furniture.
The window lets in plenty of natural light, and it has a subtle bespoke fitted flyscreen. It overlooks Diggle Brook, the canal and trees/greenery by the communal gardens.
Kitchen 2.32m (7' 7") x 2.36m (7' 9") The kitchen includes: fridge/freezer; NEFF Hide and Slide electric oven with space-saving slide away door; electric ceramic hob; extractor hood above; sink with hot tap; and a range of cupboards/drawers.
Bedroom 3.25m (10' 8") x 3.62m (11' 11") The bedroom is large enough to accommodate a king-sized bed with good sized dressing table and chair, and it comes with a fitted 5-door wardrobe unit with good sized storage cupboards above.
The window lets in plenty of natural light, and it has a subtle bespoke fitted flyscreen.
Shower Room 2.31m (7' 7") x 1.84m (6' 0") The shower room includes: Eco flush WC; vanity unit with cupboard; enclosed System Pool quadrant shower (electric); a storage room/utility cupboard housing the washing machine is also accessed through here.
Other The property comes with a dedicated parking space, and there is additional visitor parking available. The property has use of a communal garden area with lots of communal seating.
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