Property Description: Guide Price £180,000 - £190,000. This large first floor apartment is located in the popular Barton Mill development, situated on the picturesque River Stour and just one mile from Canterbury city centre. The property is in need of some refurbishment and offered with no onward chain, making it an ideal first time purchase or addition to an investment portfolio.
The bright and spacious open plan living/dining room and kitchen is filled with natural light and is the perfect setting for relaxing and entertaining, with ample room for both a comfortable lounge area and a generous dining space.
The apartment has two well proportioned bedrooms, perfect for a couple or small family. The main bedroom has a fitted wardrobe and an en-suite shower room, creating a peaceful sanctuary for relaxation. The second bedroom is a good sized single which could also be used as a home office if required.
Completing the apartment is a large storage cupboard in the hallway and the family bathroom which features a matching white suite with a handheld shower attachment.
Outside: One of the highlights of this apartment is the south-east facing balcony which is spacious enough to accommodate a table and chairs, ideal for entertaining friends or enjoying your morning coffee. There is also access to the beautifully maintained communal gardens overlooking the River Stour, providing a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Take a leisurely stroll along the riverbank into the city or simply enjoy the peace and tranquility of the surroundings.
No need to worry about parking, as this property has allocated off road parking for one car, with additional visitor spaces available. Convenience and ease are top priorities here.
Location: Ripple Court is situated in the popular Barton Mill development on the picturesque River Stour; set back from Sturry Road the development is quiet and peaceful and there is a footpath that offers a lovely walk into the city centre. The city itself is just 1 mile away and offers a wealth of cultural and leisure amenities, excellent schools, a wide range of shops, bars and restaurants and good road and rail links. These include The King's Mile, Whitefriars Shopping Centre, University of Kent, Canterbury Christ Church University and The Marlowe Theatre. There are good road links with the A2 providing access to the channel port of Dover, Canterbury and the M2. The two mainline railway stations offer fast and frequent services with the high speed link from Canterbury West to London St Pancras (approximately 56 mins). 'The Riverside' which is situated on the other side of the Great Stour River boasts Curzon's 5 screen cinema as well as restaurants and bars that wrap around the new public square that overlook the river. The Spitfire Ground is home to Kent County Cricket in the South Canterbury area (just over 2 miles away) with regular cricket games. Summer concerts are hosted here with big names which have included Sir Elton John and Michael Bublé. Canterbury is also the home to Kent & Canterbury Hospital and The BMI Chaucer Hospital.
Directions: SatNav = CT1 1GN / What3Words = wiring.gifted.emerge.
Council Tax: Band D (correct at time of marketing). To check council tax for this property, please refer to the local authority website.
Local Authority: Canterbury City Council 01227 862 000. Kent County Council 0845 247 247.
Services: Mains water, drainage and electricity. For broadband and mobile coverage, we advise you check your providers website or refer to an online checker.
Tenure: This property is leasehold and is sold with vacant possession upon completion. Annual ground rent £250. Annual service charge £2815. The current lease has 107 years remaining, running until 01/01/2132. This will all be confirmed within the management pack once a sale has been agreed. Water rates are included in the service charge.
Disclaimer: Sandersons and their clients state that these details are for general guidance only and accuracy cannot be guaranteed. They do not form any part of any contract. All measurements are approximate, and floor plans are for general indication only and are not measured accurate drawings. No guarantees are given with any mentioned planning permission or fitness for purpose. No appliances, equipment, fixture or fitting has been tested by us and items shown in photographs are not necessarily included. Buyers must satisfy themselves on all matters by inspection or through the conveyancing process.
Additional Property Notes: The property is of traditional construction and has had no adaptions for accessibility. There is lift access. There is allocated, off road parking for 1 car a short walk from the building.
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