
The Bayle, Folkestone, Kent, CT20

- PROPERTY TYPE
Apartment
- BEDROOMS
2
- BATHROOMS
2
- SIZE
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Key features
- Exclusive Ground Floor Apartment
- Private Garden with Sea Views
- No Onward Chain
- EPC - Exempt
Description
The Priory, is a Grade II Listed property at the end of The Bayle in Folkestone, adjacent to Mary & St Eanswythe Church. The property consist of light airy accommodation with many original features and a large private Garden. To the side of the Garden, via Priory Gardens, there is a timber pergola providing covered parking with rambling roses, wisteria and jasmine. This is accessed via Double Timber Panelled Gates with a wicket gate. To the rear of the garden there is a private secluded area accessed via Hornbeam Hedge and Large Holm Oak Tree boasting panoramic sea views of the English Channel.
Internally, the apartment offers versatile living with two double bedrooms, one with working fireplace and both with en-suite bathrooms. The
principal bedroom has a book-matched marble shower enclosure and marble vanity top and the other with marble shower and bath surround. The third bedroom is a single, but could fit a double and could be used as a good home office, bedroom or study. There is an open plan kitchen/diner with painted, custom made tulip wood kitchen including a central island with marble top with integrated American style appliances. The Entrance Hall has an antique tile floor and wall panelling with original decorative plaster ceiling which continues through to the dining room. In this room there is original Dado panelling and a working fireplace with original herringbone parquet floor. Accessed from the Dining Room is a 40 foot double aspect High Dado panelled drawing room with ornate plaster ceiling and inch thick herringbone parquet flooring with inlaid border and a jib door providing access to the kitchen. Access to the private rear garden is from the Drawing Room via a large bay window. There is also a ‘Kings Loo’ to the Basement off the Dining Room.
Experience the epitome of luxury living in this captivating apartment, where timeless history meets refined elegance and modern comfort. Thoughtfully designed to blend classic charm with contemporary amenities, this exceptional residence offers a truly unparalleled living experience.
IMPORTANT NOTE TO POTENTIAL PURCHASERS & TENANTS: We endeavour to make our particulars accurate and reliable, however, they do not constitute or form part of an offer or any contract and none is to be relied upon as statements of representation or fact. The services, systems and appliances listed in this specification have not been tested by us and no guarantee as to their operating ability or efficiency is given. All photographs and measurements have been taken as a guide only and are not precise. Floor plans where included are not to scale and accuracy is not guaranteed. If you require clarification or further information on any points, please contact us, especially if you are traveling some distance to view. POTENTIAL PURCHASERS: Fixtures and fittings other than those mentioned are to be agreed with the seller. POTENTIAL TENANTS: All properties are available for a minimum length of time, with the exception of short term accommodation. Please contact the branch for details. A security deposit of at least one month’s rent is required. Rent is to be paid one month in advance. It is the tenant’s responsibility to insure any personal possessions. Payment of all utilities including water rates or metered supply and Council Tax is the responsibility of the tenant in most cases.
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Location
The Bayle is one of Folkestone's oldest areas and comprises an attractive combination of mainly period properties leading up to the 13th Century church of St Mary and St Eanswythe and enjoys a distinctly village-like atmosphere. The property is situated only moments from the hustle and bustle of Folkestone's busy town centre yet remains relatively peaceful. There is an attractive communal garden nearby and steps leading down to the harbour and new Harbour Arm with its pop-up restaurants and and lighthouse champagne bar. The Old High Street and Creative Quarter are also nearby. Folkestone West & Folkestone Central Stations both benefit from High Speed services to London St Pancras with journey times of under an hour. The M20 (Junction 13), the Channel Tunnel Terminal and Ferry Port of Dover are all within easy reach.
Directions
From our offices in Sandgate Road, turn right and head through the town centre. Turn right at Lloyds Bank and walk through The Churchyard which leads into The Bayle.
Private Entrance
Personal door to Flat A.
Private Garden
To the rear of this stunning property there is a timber pergola providing covered parking with rambling roses, wisteria and jasmine. This is accessed via Double Timber Panelled Gates with a wicket gate. To the rear of the garden there is a private secluded Decked area accessed via Hornbeam Hedge and Large Holm Oak Tree boasting panoramic sea views of the English Channel. There is also a walled vegetable garden with espalier fruit trees, which include Apples and Pears with 2 no. 40 year old Figs; there are raised beds, and a large Phoenix Palm. In the main part of the garden there are 2 no. Mulberry Trees and one large Monkey Puzzle Tree and boarders with David Austin Roses, peony's, agapanthus, euphorbia, box balls. To the western boundary is a large brick wall with a decorative Gate, this is lined with standard olive trees and underplanted with pom pom hydrangeas. There are two large sheds and a log store and the garden is wired and has a lighting system throughout with (truncated)
Share of Freehold
We have been informed by our vendor that the apartment is being sold with a share of the freehold.
Lease Details
We have been informed by our vendor that the apartment has a 999 year lease from 2021.
Service Charge
We have been informed by our vendor that the service charge for this apartment is circa £1,521.78 per annum.
Ground Rent
We have been informed by our vendor that the ground rent is a peppercorn.
Council Tax
Band - C
EPC Rating
EPC - Exempt
Brochures
Web DetailsFull Brochure PDF- COUNCIL TAXA payment made to your local authority in order to pay for local services like schools, libraries, and refuse collection. The amount you pay depends on the value of the property.Read more about council Tax in our glossary page.
- Band: C
- PARKINGDetails of how and where vehicles can be parked, and any associated costs.Read more about parking in our glossary page.
- Yes
- GARDENA property has access to an outdoor space, which could be private or shared.
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- ACCESSIBILITYHow a property has been adapted to meet the needs of vulnerable or disabled individuals.Read more about accessibility in our glossary page.
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