Duncombe Street, Kingsbridge

THE PROPERTY

A well-presented one-bedroom ground-floor flat, conveniently situated in the centre of Kingsbridge, within easy reach of the town’s shops and amenities. Refurbished in 2025, the property benefits from its own private entrance and a small courtyard.

Accessed via its own private front door, the property opens into a spacious private hallway, leading through to a generously sized double bedroom. The bedroom benefits from a large window, allowing plenty of natural light, and is furnished while still offering space for additional furniture.

From the bedroom, you enter the lounge/dining area, which retains a number of original features and provides a comfortable space to relax or dine.

The bathroom is located off the lounge and is fitted with a shower over the bath, WC and wash basin.

To the rear of the property, the kitchen is fitted with gloss-fronted units, tiled splashbacks, a built-in oven and hob, a washing machine and space for additional appliances. An overhead skylight allows natural light to flood the space.

A door from the kitchen leads out to a small courtyard, providing a pleasant spot for a bistro table and chairs or a selection of potted plants.

LOCATION

Situated at the top of Duncombe Street in the heart of Kingsbridge, the property enjoys a convenient central location, within easy walking distance of the town’s shops, cafés, restaurants and other local amenities. The town’s scenic estuary and waterfront are also close by, offering a lovely setting to enjoy the surrounding area.

Rental Information & CPR Material Information

Rent: £725 per calendar month

Deposit: £836 (equivalent to 5 weeks’ rent)

Holding Deposit: £167

Availability: Immediately available

Tenure: Assured Periodic Tenancy (APT)

Council Tax Band: A

EPC Rating: C

Local Authority: South Hams District Council

Furnishing: Furnished

Parking: No allocated parking. Nearby on-street parking and public car parks are subject to restrictions, availability and charges. Residents’ permit eligibility has not been confirmed.

Accessibility: Ground-floor accommodation. No specific accessibility adaptations reported.

Restrictions: None

Property Construction & Safety: Standard Construction 

Services: Mains electricity, gas, water and drainage. Water is metered. Council tax and utility bills are payable by the tenant.

Connectivity: Broadband availability: Included in the rent, with Plusnet identified as the provider. Connection type and speeds have not been confirmed.

Mobile signal: A choice of providers locally ( Ofcom )

Restrictions and rights: No lease restrictions or restrictive covenants disclosed by the landlord. Listed-building and conservation-area status remain subject to verification.

Flood risk: Very low, based on the government flood-risk check

Planning / Nearby Developments: Applications have been identified elsewhere on Duncombe Street; any potential impact on the property remains unconfirmed.

TENANTS FEE SCHEDULE

NEW ASSURED SHORTHOLD TENANCIES (ASTs) SIGNED ON OR AFTER 1 JUNE 2019

Holding Deposit (per tenancy)

This is to reserve a property. Please Note: This will be withheld if any relevant person (including any guarantor(s)) withdraw from the tenancy, fail a Right-to-Rent check, provide materially significant false or misleading information, or fail to sign their tenancy agreement (and / or Deed of Guarantee) within 15 calendar days (or other Deadline for Agreement as mutually agreed in writing).

Security Deposit (per tenancy. Rent under £50,000 per year)

Five weeks' rent. This covers damages or defaults on the part of the tenant during the tenancy.

Unpaid Rent

Interest at 3% above the Bank of England Base Rate from Rent Due Date until paid in order to pursue non-payment of rent. Please Note: This will not be levied until the rent is more than 14 days in arrears.

Lost Key(s) or other Security Device(s)

Tenants are liable to the actual cost of replacing any lost key(s) or other security device(s). If the loss results in locks needing to be changed, the actual costs of a locksmith, new lock and replacement keys for the tenant, landlord any other persons requiring keys will be charged to the tenant. If extra costs are incurred there will be a charge of £15 per hour (inc. VAT) for the time taken replacing lost key(s) or other security device(s).

Variation of Contract (Tenant's Request)

£50 (inc. VAT) per agreed variation. To cover the costs associated with taking landlord's instructions as well as the preparation and execution of new legal documents.

Change of Sharer (Tenant's Request)

£50 (inc. VAT) per replacement tenant or any reasonable costs incurred if higher. To cover the costs associated with taking landlord's instructions, new tenant referencing and Right-to-Rent checks, deposit registration as well as the preparation and execution of new legal documents.

Early Termination (Tenant's Request)

Should the tenant wish to leave their contract early, they shall be liable to the landlord's costs in re-letting the property as well as all rent due under the tenancy until the start date of the replacement tenancy. These costs will be no more than the maximum amount of rent outstanding on the tenancy.

Disclaimer:
Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of these property details, however, they do not form part of any offer or contract and should not be relied upon as statements of fact. All measurements, floor plans, and photographs are provided for guidance only and may not be to scale. Services, systems, and appliances listed have not been tested by Kingsbridge Estate Agents and no guarantees can be given as to their working order. Buyers are advised to obtain verification from their solicitor or surveyor before proceeding with any purchase. If the property is above or adjacent to a commercial premises, mortgage availability may be affected and independent financial advice should be sought.