Property description
A purpose built GROUND FLOOR flat conveniently situated within level walking distance of local amenities, bus services and The Byes riverside walk and cycle path.
This conveniently situated ground floor flat is set in level communal gardens and is within a short walk of local amenities and bus services within Sidford. Also nearby is an entrance into 'The Byes', a delightful riverside walk and cycle track leading to Sidmouth town centre. The flat offers well-presented two bedroom accommodation that benefits from having uPVC double glazed windows and there is part gas fired central heating. The sitting room is of a good size and has a pleasant open aspect over the communal grounds and the kitchen is well fitted with modern units. There are two bedrooms - one enjoying a similar outlook to the sitting room and there is a bathroom which is fitted with a white suite.
Adjoining the communal grounds there is an area for residents parking.
DIRECTIONS
From the Sidmouth office proceed up the High Street and continue straight over the mini-roundabout, passing the Radway Cinema on the left hand side. Continue, passing the Police Station and shops at Temple Street and at Exeter Cross follow the road around to the right, signposted Sidbury and Honiton. Continue for approximately half a mile, passing Newlands Road on the left hand side and Malden Road on the right hand side and take the next turning on the right, which is Drakes Avenue. Continue to the bottom of Drakes Avenue, following the road around to the left and pass Sidford Social Hall on the left hand side. Continue, taking the second turning on the left which is Orchard Close and follow the road in and around to the left. At the head of the cul-de-sac this development will be seen.
Flat 30 is in a block of four and the accommodation with approximate dimensions comprises:
Communal front door to a:
COMMUNAL HALL
Door to:
FLAT 30
uPVC double glazed front door to the:
ENTRANCE HALL
Radiator. BT point. Smoke alarm. Airing cupboard with insulated cylinder and slatted shelving.
SITTING ROOM
4.65m x 3.45m plus recess (15'3\" x 11'3\") Outlook to the front aspect over the communal grounds. TV point. Fitted gas fire with back boiler.
KITCHEN
2.95m x 2.9m plus recess (9'6\" x 9'6\") Attractively fitted with a good range of matching base and wall units, colour co-ordinated worksurfaces and tiled splashbacks. Built in split level double oven with inset gas hob and cooker hood over. Stainless steel one and a quarter bowl sink with mixer tap. Space for fridge/freezer. Space and plumbing for washing machine. Radiator. Built in storage cupboard with shelving. Outlook to the rear aspect.
BEDROOM ONE
3.55m x 3.15m (11'6\" x 10'3\") Outlook to the front aspect. BT point. Built in wardrobe with hanging rail.
BEDROOM TWO
3.2m x 2.25m (10'6\" x 11'3\") Outlook to the rear aspect. Vanity unit with wash bowl and cupboard below, tiled splashback and mirror above.
BATHROOM
White suite comprising a panelled bath, pedestal wash basin and low level WC. Mira electric shower and rose over the bath, with a shower curtain and rail. Part tiled walls. Extractor fan. Mirror fronted medicine cabinet.
To the rear of the communal entrance hall there is a rear passageway which provides access to the rear garden and there is a PRIVATE STORE for this flat. There is also a recess for recycling bins.
OUTSIDE AND GARDEN
The development comprises sixteen flats in four purpose built blocks. There are almost level communal gardens which are mainly laid to lawn, with pathways leading to each block. To the rear of the building there is a further area of communal garden, which is also mainly laid to lawn and has a drying area.
TENURE
The flat is LEASEHOLD which commenced in 1987 - expiring the 1st January 2109. We understand that the freehold is owned by East Devon District Council.
MAINTENANCE
There is an annual maintenance charge. This can vary from year to year, depending on works that have been carried out within the development. For the year April 2013 to the 31st March 2014 the total charge was £1724.06, which included the ground rent. However, for the year April 2014 to March 2015 the payment was £257.34, including the ground rent.
POSSESSION
Vacant possession on completion.
OUTGOINGS
We are advised by East Devon District Council that the council tax band for this property is band B.
REF: DHS00863