This apartment is situated on the first floor of a small detached, two storey block, which stands in a superb sheltered position on the Southern slopes of Swanage with direct access from the private gardens to ‘The Downs’ and only a short distance from Durlston Country Park, the Townsend Nature Reserve and the town. Originally Victorian stables, the property was converted into six individual apartments in the 1950s. The Long House is thought to be of brick construction with external cement rendered elevations under a slate roof.
Immaculately presented and finished throughout with a stylish neutral decor, the apartment has the advantage of its own personal entrance, a pleasant southerly aspect, open plan living room/kitchen and an integral garage.
Swanage lies at the Eastern tip of the Isle of Purbeck delightfully situated between the Purbeck Hills. It has a fine, safe, sandy beach, and is an attractive mixture of old stone cottages and more modern properties, all of which blend in well with the peaceful surroundings. To the South is Durlston Country Park renowned for being the gateway to the Jurassic Coast and World Heritage Coastline.
Approached by its own private entrance this stylish first floor apartment enjoys a pleasant southerly aspect and has attractive wooden flooring throughout. The living room and kitchen are open plan with the kitchen area fitted with a range of contemporary units, contrasting worktops and integrated electric oven and induction hob.
Living Area 4.25m x 2.87m (13’11" x 9’5")
Kitchen Area 2.87m x 1.99m (9’5" x 6’6")
There are two bedrooms, the master is particularly spacious double whilst bedroom two is a good sized single and has been fitted with a range of furniture including day bed. The bathroom, with modern suite and linen cupboard with plumbing for washing machine, and separate WC completes the accommodation.
Bedroom 1 4.4m max x 2.48m (14’5" x 8’2")
Bedroom 2 2.87m x 2.08m (9’5" x 6’10")
Bathroom 2.54m x 1.66m (8’4" x 5’5")
Separate WC 1.72m x 0.87m (5’8" x 2’10")
Outside, there are well tended communal grounds, including shared parking area, which are mostly laid to lawn with shrubs and are surrounded by Purbeck stone walls. There is an integral garage measuring 5.51m x 2.83m (18’ x 9’3”), with electric light and power and a timber roller door.
TENURE Shared Freehold. 999 year lease from 1961. Ground Rent of £10pa. Shared maintenance liability approx. £1,350pa. Long lets and pets at the discretion of the freeholder, holiday lets are not permitted.
SERVICES All mains services connected.
COUNCIL TAX Band B – £1,827.54 for 2022/2023.
VIEWING By appointment only through Corbens, 01929 422284. The postcode for this property is BH19 2DQ.
Property Ref PEV1674
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