Market Street, Watchet, Somerset, TA23
- PROPERTY TYPE
Penthouse
- BEDROOMS
2
- SIZE
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Key features
- Sea Views
- Gas Central Heating
- Balcony
- Nearby Parking
- No Onward Chain
Description
The accommodation in brief comprises; uPVC glazed door into Entrance Porch; ceramic tiled floor, wooden into Lower Entrance Hall; stairs rising to first floor. Kitchen/Breakfast Room; with aspect to side overlooking the Washford River, range of modern cream fitted cupboards and drawers under a granite effect rolled edge worktop with inset stainless steel sink and drainer, mixer tap over, space for electric oven, space and plumbing for a dishwasher, space for under counter fridge, Worcester combi for central heating and hot water. Living Room; with double aspect view, steps leading up to the Balcony with a commanding position overlooking the pretty Conservation Area of the town and the Bristol Channel towards the Welsh Coastline. Bedroom 1: aspect to side with sea views, double wardrobe. Bedroom 2: aspect to side with sea views, single wardrobe. Shower Room; with low level WC, pedestal wash basin, light and shaver point, (plumbing and base connections for former shower tray), dimplex wall heater.
AGENTS NOTE: The owner of the property owns the adjacent former skittle alley which shares an access with this flat. On exchange of contracts the entrance will be blocked up and the owner will retain the skittle alley which is held under a separate title and he intends to occupy it as his own dwelling in due course with a new entrance being formed elsewhere.
LEASE DETAILS: A 999 year lease was granted on 3rd November 1998 with an annual ground rent of £25.00 per annum with a one third liability for further building maintenance and insurance.
DIRECTIONS: From our office in Swain Street proceed up to the end of Swain Street, turning left into Market Street where the property can be found just a short distance along.
LOCATION: Situated in the ancient harbour town of Watchet, boasting a colourful maritime history dating back over two thousand years. Nestled between Exmoor National Park and the Quantock Hills it is hard to believe that the M5 is only half an hour away, with Bristol and its international airport easily commutable. 21st Century Watchet still holds all the charm from long ago while offering the amenities essential to modern living including; a post office, opticians, hairdressers, convenience stores and a host of quirky antique, gift and art shops as well as a popular deli, three cafes, a number of pubs, bed and breakfasts, two museums, butchers, junior school, and a doctor's surgery, the town certainly has a great deal to offer anyone wishing to make their home here. The coastline and Watchet Harbour Marina, are notable attractions of the area. For steam enthusiasts, The West Somerset Railway runs regularly throughout the year connecting Bishops Lydeard and Minehead with Watchet and all local stations on route.
ACCOMMODATION:
Entrance Porch
Entrance Hall
Kitchen/Breakfast Room
Living Room
Bedroom 1
Bedroom 2
Shower Room
Auctioneer Comments
This property is for sale by Modern Method of Auction allowing the buyer and seller to complete within a 56 Day Reservation Period. Interested parties' personal data will be shared with the Auctioneer (iamsold Ltd).If considering a mortgage, inspect and consider the property carefully with your lender before bidding. A Buyer Information Pack is provided, which you must view before bidding. The buyer will pay £300 inc VAT for this pack.The buyer signs a Reservation Agreement and makes payment of a Non-Refundable Reservation Fee of 4.5% of the purchase
price inc VAT, subject to a minimum of £6,600 inc VAT. This Fee is paid to reserve the property to the buyer during the Reservation Period and is paid in addition to the purchase price. The Fee is considered within calculations for stamp duty. Services may be recommended by the Agent/Auctioneer in which they will receive payment from the service provider if the service is taken. Payment varies but will be no more than £450. These services are optional.
Agents Notes: Some of the photographs used by Wilkie, May & Tuckwood have been taken with a wide angled lens to show the property off to its best advantage. Please note the floorplan is for guidance only and is not architecturally accurate.
THE PROPERTY MISDESCRIPTIONS ACT 1991
The agent has not tested any apparatus, equipment, fixtures and fittings or services and so cannot verify that they are in working order or fit for the purpose. A buyer is advised to obtain verification from their Solicitor or Surveyor.
References to the Tenure of the Property are based on information supplied by the Seller. The agent has not had sight of the title documents. A Buyer is advised to obtain verification from their Solicitor.
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Market Street, Watchet, Somerset, TA23
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Distances are straight line measurements from the centre of the postcode- Rhoose Station14.2 miles
About the agent
Wilkie May & Tuckwood, Watchet
35 Swain Street, Watchet, TA23 0AE
In recent years Watchet has seen a number of changes including some excellent property development, which has added to its attraction and quirkiness. With several cafes, and a number of goods pubs including the popular Pebbles Tavern, its easy to spend a day here relaxing. There is a recently opened Boat Museum detailing Watchet's past, The Marina, and a station for the West Somerset Steam Railway for those that want to take a trip back in time. There are also excellent links to local bus ser
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