Fore Street, Buckfastleigh

- PROPERTY TYPE
Flat
- BEDROOMS
1
- BATHROOMS
1
- SIZE
732 sq ft
68 sq m
Key features
- Well presented
- Studio apartment
- Town centre location
- Beautiful outlook
- Chain free
- Gas central heating
- Council tax band A
- EPC C
Description
Location
Buckfastleigh is a small market town on the foothills of the beautiful Dartmoor National Park and situated beside the A38, providing a direct link to the cities of Plymouth and Exeter as well as the M5, which makes it a great location for commuters. The town itself has a Primary school judged by Ofsted in 2024 as Good` with Outstanding` features, a Health Centre, Pharmacy, Co-Operative store as well as a variety of cafes, shops, pubs and restaurants.
The town has a range of attractions including Buckfast Abbey, South Devon Steam Railway, Butterfly and Otter Sanctuary and Pennywell Farm. Buckfastleigh also offers plenty of leisure activities including kayaking on the River Dart, a premier indoor Climbing Wall and Swimming Pool as well as clubs in Bowls, Cricket, Tennis and Football.
The Norman town of Totnes is approximately 7 miles away providing a wide range of amenities and shops, including a mainline railway station getting to London Paddington in approximately 3 hours.
Description
This well-presented studio apartment has to be seen to be fully appreciated. Located in Longwood House on Fore Street in Buckfastleigh, the property is within walking distance of all local amenities. It comes with gas central heating and hot water and benefits from a beautiful outlook across roof tops to the hills beyond. It is the perfect property for a first-time buyer and may also make a great investment.
The apartment itself spans the entire loft space of Longwood house; it is a very bright space with several windows and sky lights. It has an open plan layout with plenty of room for a range of furniture.
The kitchen area has a range of base mounted units along with an integrated electric oven and gas hob there is also space for an undercounter fridge freezer.
The bedroom area is slightly stepped up from the living space, with a partial wall divide, adding a level of privacy. There are raised areas under the eaves, which could accommodate a mattress.
On the other side of the apartment, there is a shower room, with a white suite and walk in shower cubicle. A washing machine could also be housed in this area. Adjacent to the shower room is a good size storage area, which also houses the gas boiler.
This property is well presented and offers a quirky, cosy space, for some looking for something a little different. The property also benefits from being chain free.
Agents Note
We have not confirmed or had sight of building control certification or planning consent
Tenure
Leasehold - Circa 962 years with share of freehold
Maintenance charge is circa £800 pa inc water
Ground Rent is £25 pa
Services
Mains gas, mains electricity, mains water and drainage
Council Tax Band
A
Local Authority
Teignbridge District Council
Room Measurements
Living Room / Kitchen 19`3" x 16`
Bedroom 13`2" x 6`2"
Storage Area 7` x 5`6"
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Please note we have not tested any apparatus, fixtures, fittings, or services. Interested parties must undertake their own investigation into the working order of these items. All measurements are approximate and photographs provided for guidance only.
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Web Details- 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: A
- 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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- 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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