Preston Road - BN1

A 'chain free' well-presented 1 bedroom, raised ground floor flat in this attractive and imposing double fronted Victorian property, situated close to Preston Village.

The building was converted into large apartments in 1982 and is surrounded by gardens. The flat benefits from gas central heating, an allocated car parking space, loft storage and door entry phone system.

There is a 15'4" x 14'8" front facing lounge with triple sash bay windows, overlooking beautiful mature trees and the surrounding gardens. Modern kitchen with built in oven and hob, double bedroom with bay window and a modern bathroom.

The apartment is situated within a short walking distance to Preston Park Station, offering a regular service to Gatwick Airport and London and all local amenities.

It also provides excellent links to both Brighton City Centre and the A27/A23. Preston Park is close to hand with its recreational facilities and there are local shops, pubs, coffee shops etc., within a short walking distance.

Location
Shawcross House sits within a walled enclosure, set well back from Preston Road and is just across the road from Preston Manor. It is situated in this highly favoured residential area forming part of the Preston Park Conservation Area, close to local shopping facilities in Preston Village, including coffee shops, as well as Preston Park mainline station, providing a direct commuter service to Gatwick and London. Numerous local schools are also nearby such as Balfour, Dorothy Stringer and Varndean School and Sixth Form College and Campus, as well as offering Adult further Education. Preston Park is also close to hand with its recreational facilities covering 60+ acres, with tennis courts, bowling greens, cycle velodrome, football pitches, basketball courts.

Ground Floor
Communal Entrance Hall
With the entrance to the flat on the ground floor to the left.

Entrance Hall
Flat front door leading into the hallway with a wall mounted security entryphone handset. Radiator. Fitted linen cupboard housing lagged water cylinder and slatted shelving. Loft hatch.

Lounge
4.65m max x 4.37m (15'3 max x 14'4)
A spacious lounge with large sash bay window to front overlooking the communal grounds and gardens. Radiator. Picture rail.

Modern Kitchen
3.38m x 1.93m (11'1 x 6'4)
A modern fitted kitten with units comprising a range of wall and base units with worktop surface over. Inset stainless steel sink and drainer unit with mixer tap. Inset 4 ring electric hob with fitted oven below. Tiled splashbacks. Space and plumbing for washing machine and further appliance space, Radiator. Wall mounted 'Ideal' boiler. Sash style window overlooking the side.

Double Bedroom
4.47m x 2.82m (14'8 x 9'3)
Radiator. Picture rail. Decorative bay window to side.

Modern Bathroom
2.57m x 1.65m (8'5 x 5'5)
Modern bathroom with part tiled walls and with a white suite comprising an enclosed panelled bath with mixer tap with wall mounted electric shower unit over. Low level wc with push button flush. Square style wash basin with mixer tap. Fitted wall light. Chrome 'ladder style' heated towel rail. Sash style patterned window to side.

Outside
Communal grounds and gardens around the block.

Car Parking Space
Allocated car parking bay in the grounds of Shawcross House directly opposite the flat.


Information
EPC INFORMATION Full Energy Performance Certificate available on request

APPLIANCES AND SERVICES: The appliances and services mentioned have not been tested therefore we are unable to verify that they are in working order. The buyer is advised to obtain verification from their solicitor or surveyor.

TENURE: We understand from our client that the property is Leasehold with 84 years remaining.

MAINTENANCE: £1,484 per annum

GROUND RENT: £100 per annum.

VIEWING: Strictly by appointment only through David & Co 132a Preston Drove, Brighton, East Sussex, BN1 6FJ.