Forefield Place, Lyncombe, Bath

Description

An immaculately presented one bedroom first floor apartment, sold with no onward chain. The property offers stunning far reaching views across the city from the rear with communal garden and garage parking. The location is exception, peaceful and affords just a 300m walk to the city centre and Bath Spa station. Ideal purchase for first time buyers, downsizers, investors or those looking for university accommodation. It has previously been rented out as a two bedroom property at £1,500pcm. Recently the roof has been completely replaced with a new metal GreenCoat Pro Bt, warm roof system with higher parapets, all new plywood, vapour control layer, insulation boards, membrain and all new downpipes. Costing over £130000 this comes with a warranty of up to 50 years. Further recent upgrades are doule glazed windows and composite front doors.

Accommodation

You approach the property via twelve steps up to the front door terrace where you immediately notice the stunning views across the city towards Bath Abbey. Once inside the hallway provides access to all rooms. The sitting room to the front aspect is a good size room which has recently been utilised as a bedroom. To the rear aspect you find the double bedroom with simply beautiful views across the city towards Bathwick Hill and beyond. The kitchen is fitted with modern wall and floor units with worktop, inset sink, integrated electric oven, hob and extractor. Space for appliances including fridge, freezer and washing machine. Once again you are afforded the far reaching views here from a slightly different angle. The bathroom is fitted with bath with shower overhead and curtain, washbasin and WC.

Externally

To the rear of the building you find a nice and peaceful communal garden area with washing lines. You also find the garages beneath the building and parking to the front of these for one vehicle. A gate to the rear of the garden gives pedestrian access down to Prior Park Road in Widcombe.

Location

This property is located on Lyncombe Hill in Lyncombe which adjoins Widcombe. Widcombe is a highly desired village on the southern edge of the city centre famed for its parade of independent shops. The parade provides hairdressers, supermarket, coffee shop, newsagent off licence, renowned café/deli, butchers, vets, gift shop, takeaways, dentist, surgery, florist and three acclaimed public houses. A contributing factor to the location's popularity is its proximity to the city itself and with Bath Spa station just a 300m walk away. You will also find the full range of highly regarded local schooling at every level. A short walk up Widcombe Hill and you find yourself on the Bath Skyline walk and its city views. Likewise nearby Alexandra Park provides what some claim to be the best views of the city. Nearby you will also find access to the River Avon and Kennet & Avon canal.

Parking

There is parking with the dedicated garage and 2 x visitor spaces communally. Permit parking is also available on Forefield Place and Lyncombe Hill (zone 3) residents parking.

Tenure

Share of freehold.
Lease created 15th September 1981 for 999 years.

Management Information

Management charge at £500 every 3 months presently. Due to be reduced to £300 every 3 months from March 2026. Insurance included in that payment.
Management company: Forefield Place Management Co Ltd.

Short term lets are not allowed at this time.

Services

Mains gas, electric, water and drainage.

EPC Rating

Band -C (71)
The windows and loft insulation have been replaced which could now give a rating of Band - C (78). A new EPC can be provided.

Council Tax

Band - B

Viewings

This property is marketed by TYNINGS Ltd as a sole agent and viewings are strictly by appointment only. All viewings are accompanied and by prior arrangement. Please contact us to arrange a viewing.

Disclaimer

TYNINGS, their clients and any joint agents give notice that: They assume no responsibility for any statement that may be made in these particulars. These particulars do not form part of any offer or contract and must not be relied upon as statements or representations of fact. Any areas, measurements or distances are approximate. The text, photographs and plans are for guidance only and are not necessarily comprehensive. It should not be assumed that the property has all necessary planning; building regulation or other consents and TYNINGS have not tested any services, equipment or facilities. Purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise.