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Barbican Lane, Barnstaple, Devon, EX32

PROPERTY TYPE

Apartment

BEDROOMS

1

BATHROOMS

1

SIZE

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TENURE
Describes how you own a property. There are different types of tenure - freehold, leasehold, and commonhold.Read more about tenure in our glossary page.

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Key features

  • One-bedroom ground floor apartment set within an impressive period building
  • Highly sought-after location within easy reach of a wide range of local amenities and facilities
  • Walking distance to Barnstaple Town Centre
  • Excellent nearby transport links providing convenient connectivity
  • Bright and spacious accommodation occupying the entire ground floor of the building
  • Characterful interior featuring high ceilings throughout
  • Generous lounge offering comfortable living space
  • Well-proportioned kitchen/dining room ideal for everyday living and entertaining
  • Large double bedroom with walk-in wardrobe
  • Spacious four-piece bathroom suite incorporating both a bath and separate shower cubicle

Description

A rare opportunity to acquire this spacious one-bedroom ground floor apartment, occupying the entire ground floor of an attractive period building, in a highly sought-after location close to Barnstaple town centre. Offering bright and characterful accommodation with high ceilings throughout, the property features a generous entrance hall, lounge, a large double bedroom with walk-in wardrobe, a well-proportioned kitchen/dining room, and a four-piece bathroom suite. Further benefits include a private low-maintenance front garden, gas central heating, double glazing, the remainder of a 999-year lease with the added advantage of freehold ownership, and no onward chain. An ideal first-time purchase or investment opportunity with excellent rental potential.

Occupying the entire ground floor of an attractive and imposing period building on sought-after Barbican Lane, this exceptionally spacious one-bedroom apartment presents a rare opportunity to acquire a characterful home in one of Barnstaple's most desirable residential locations.
Ideally positioned within easy walking distance of Barnstaple town centre, the property enjoys convenient access to an excellent range of shops, cafés, restaurants, leisure facilities and transport links, making it perfectly suited to both owner-occupiers and investors alike.

The apartment offers bright and generously proportioned accommodation throughout, enhanced by impressive high ceilings that create a wonderful sense of space and elegance. The well-balanced layout comprises a welcoming entrance hall, lounge, a substantial kitchen/dining room ideal for both everyday living and entertaining, and a large double bedroom complemented by a practical walk-in wardrobe. The accommodation is further served by a spacious four-piece bathroom featuring both a panelled bath and separate shower cubicle.

Externally, the property benefits from a private, low-maintenance front garden, providing an attractive outdoor space to enjoy with minimal upkeep. Additional features include gas-fired central heating and double-glazed windows throughout, ensuring year-round comfort and efficiency.

Of particular note is the property's tenure arrangement, with the purchaser benefiting from the remainder of a 999-year lease together with ownership of the freehold, a highly desirable combination that offers long-term security and peace of mind.

Offered to the market with no onward chain, this impressive apartment represents an ideal first-time purchase, lock-up-and-leave home or investment opportunity, with strong rental appeal in a consistently popular location. Early viewing is highly recommended to fully appreciate the space, character and exceptional convenience this unique home has to offer.

Entrance Hall

3.6m x 1.87m

Bright spacious and welcoming hallway, large entrance door to front aspect with lead glass panels insect, radiator, cloak and boot space, fitted carpet, coved ceiling.

Living Room

3.95m x 3.6m

Large UPVC double glazed window to front aspect, radiator, high coved ceiling, pleasant view over front garden and distant countryside views, exposed floorboards, door through to kitchen/dining room.

Kitchen/Dining Room

3.66m x 3.35m

Large UPVC double glazed window to rear aspect, allowing lots of natural daylight to flood in, fireplace alcove, space for table and chairs, range of fitted wall and base cupboards, fitted drawers, space for fridge freezer, space and plumbing for washing machine, space for electric cooker with extractor over, ample work surface areas, wall mounted gas fired boiler, radiator, tiled flooring.

Inner Hallway

Door leading to bedroom and bathroom, window light from bedroom, laminate flooring.

Bedroom

3.81m x 3.56m

Spacious double bedroom. Large UPVC double glazed window to front aspect, view over front garden, radiator, laminate flooring, high coved ceiling, opening through to walk-in wardrobe with wardrobe space, fitted shelves and drawers, storage area over wardrobe rail, exposed floorboards.

Bathroom

3.81m x 3.37m

Large UPVC opaque double glazed window to rear aspect, panelled bath with tiled surround, shower cubicle, WC, radiator, additional chrome towel radiator, hand basin with vanity cupboards below, exposed floorboards, high coved ceiling.

Outside

To the front of the property is a private entrance gate and steps which lead to the main entrance door. The property benefits from a private garden to both sides of the pathway, the garden enjoys a good deal and privacy and comprises a chipping area with a range of shrubs and plants, washing area, and additional stone chipped seating area. Parts of the garden also enjoy some distant countryside views between the surrounding properties. A lovely addition to the property, which makes it stand out from other flats on the market.

Agents Note

The property benefits from 993 years remaining on the lease. The vendor has advised that Flat 1 owns the freehold of the building. As such, there are no monthly management charges. Buildings insurance and any external maintenance or repair costs are shared equally between the two flats on a 50/50 basis. Purchasers should verify these arrangements through their solicitor during the conveyancing process.

Note

For clarification, we wish to inform prospective purchasers that these sales particulars have been prepared as a general guide only. Some photographs may have been taken using a wide-angle lens. We have not carried out a detailed survey, nor tested the services, appliances or specific fittings. All room sizes and measurements are approximate and should not be relied upon for the purposes of carpets, furnishings or other fittings. If there are any important matters likely to affect your decision to purchase, please contact us prior to viewing the property. Broadband: Standard broadband is available - Ofcom indicates that the highest available download speed is 1800 Mbps. Mobile Coverage: Available via EE, O2, THREE and VODAFONE. For an indication of specific speeds and supply or coverage in the area we recommend contacting your own provider.

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PARKINGDetails of how and where vehicles can be parked, and any associated costs.Read more about parking in our glossary page.
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GARDENA property has access to an outdoor space, which could be private or shared.
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Affordability

Monthly repayments£728
Property: £ 145,000
Deposit: £ 14,500
Interest rate: 5.33%
Term: 30 years
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About Chequers, Barnstaple

66-67 Boutport Street, Barnstaple, EX31 1HG
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Chequers Estate Agents has been established since 1992 and is an independent company operating from double fronted premises situated just off The Square in Boutport Street Barnstaple.

As experienced, professional agents, we undertake careful research before we even visit your home. Our local knowledge and experience is the key to our success.

We build relationships with our clients right through to completion: we are with you every step of the way. We value what our customers think about our services and we are delighted with the response that we get from buyers and sellers alike.

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