Devonshire Buildings, Bear Flat, Bath

Description

A beautifully presented two bedroom ground floor garden apartment in a Georgian townhouse with period charm throughout. Refurbished throughout to a very high standard it offers spacious accommodation with two bedrooms, bathroom, large sitting room, dining room and kitchen. Period features include high ceilings with decorative frieze, feature fireplace, alcoves with original cupboards, tall sash windows with original wooden shutters and solid wood flooring. The beautiful tall windows overlook your own private cottage style garden with fruit trees, seating area and large home office.

Location

Devonshire Buildings is an ideal location for those who work in the city of Bath or are looking to commute to Bristol or London. Both Bath Spa and Oldfield Park train stations are within walking distance from the property. Locally there is an abundance of amenities providing everything that one might need. Bear Flat provides cafes, barbers, florist, Co-Op, Tesco Express, newsagents, pharmacy, deli , restaurant and public house. In addition the delightful nearby Moorland road hosts a plethora of shops, supermarket and renowned family butcher. Recreationally there is Alexandra Park, with quite possibly the best views over the city, Odd Down cycle and BMX track and Baskervilles gymnastic centre. Local schools include Beechen Cliff, Ralph Allen, Hayesfield Girls school, Moorlands and Widcombe Infant and Junior schools.

Communal Hallway

Hardwood door to front. Stairs to first floor. Storage cupboard belonging to apartment housing combination boiler.

Entrance Hall

Stripped wooden floorboards, dado rail, telephone entry system, wall light, solid wooden entrance door, German made aluminium column radiator, access to the bathroom, bedroom one, sitting room and kitchen.

Sitting Room

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Two glazed sash windows to rear overlooking rear garden with original working shutters, stripped wooden floorboards, detailed coving, picture rail, working period fireplace with iron grate, tiled inset, slate hearth and wooden mantel, wall lights, deep skirting, television point, telephone point, two German made aluminium column radiators, wooden fitted storage cupboards to the alcoves.

Kitchen

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Modern top quality kitchen with a range of wall and base units with all units have internal lighting, granite work tops, Bosch washing machine, integrated Bosch slimline dishwasher, Bosch four ring hob with matching integrated oven, Bosch extractor hood, wine rack, Bosch integrated fridge/freezer various power points one with USB x2, two glazed sash windows to rear with original working shutters, full length glazed door to rear opening into the garden, German made aluminium column radiator, dado rail, stripped wooden floorboards.

Bedroom One

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Glazed sash window to rear aspect, built in wardrobes/ storage closets, new fitted carpet, German made aluminium column radiator, wall light.

Dining Room

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Wooden doors leading to bedroom two, dado rail, wooden storage closets, new fitted carpet, German made aluminium column radiator.

Bedroom Two

Glazed sash window to rear, rooflight, spotlights, carpet, German made aluminium column radiator.

Bathroom

Fitted bathroom suite which includes a deep bath with mains thermostatic rain head shower, glass shower screen, wash hand basin with storage under, low level w.c, shaver point, chrome ladder radiator, spot lights, extractor fan.

Externally

Garden

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Fenced and walled surround. Partly laid to lawn. Flower beds and borders. Selection of shrubs and trees. Rear access wooden gate. Stone chipped seating area. Outside tap. External home office.

Home Office

Wooden flooring, insulated, electric heating, power and wifi. Double glazed windows and doors opening up onto the garden. Lockable storage areas to the side aspect.

Parking

Devonshire Buildings is a one way street that runs in a horseshoe shape and with the flat having both front and rear access you have the option of on-street permit parking at either front or rear aspect.

Improvements

Current owners have made the following improvements since purchasing:
- Bespoke garden office with power, wi-fi, electric heating & side store (2019)
- Landscaped walled garden (2020)
- New heating system with Nest thermostat (2023)
- Rear courtyard extension (2024)
- Bespoke heritage shutters made by local carpenter for main bedroom & extension (2024)

Tenure

Share of freehold. Original lease: 999 years from 25th March 1981.
Self managed by three apartments in the building via Limited company. No ground rent. Management charge £1,200 p.a. or £100 pcm.

Stamp Duty

There could be £17,500 Stamp Duty payable upon completion.

Council Tax

Band - C

EPC Rating

Band - D (Expired / New EPC ordered)

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 Nicola or Ben 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.