£140,000 | Greenbank House, Falmouth | 1 Bedroom

THE PROPERTY

'Greenbank House' is a distinctive detached residence situated on Stratton Terrace, part of Falmouth's desirable Greenbank. An attractive lawned front garden sets the property back from the raised pavement along Greenbank. The communal entrance porch and hallway, which has recently been redecorated, provides access to the apartment.

On the first floor and to the rear of the property, this comprehensively refurbished, stylish and characterful one double bedroomed apartment is situated. Throughout the apartment, there are 10' high ceilings and period features including high skirting boards, picture rails and particularly ornate and well preserved cornicing in the bedroom. The living room is open-plan to the refitted kitchen area and enjoys a light southerly aspect. The room has been beautifully refurbished. The kitchen has been thoughtfully arranged to include integrated appliances, solid wooden worktops and tiled splashbacks. The shower room has also been recently refitted and features Victorian-style fittings. The bedroom is well proportioned and features a continuation of the light and neutral colour scheme. Finally, there is a useful utility cupboard providing space and plumbing for a washing machine and storage.

To the rear of the property, the apartment has the benefit of off-road parking. To the front, there is a deep front garden featuring an area of lawn from which beautiful views of the estuary, Flushing and the open countryside beyond can be enjoyed.

All in all, a particularly appealing and well situated home.

THE LOCATION

'Greenbank House' is perfectly positioned for Falmouth's excellent nearby water sports facilities with both the marina and Royal Cornwall Yacht Club at Greenbank within easy walking distance.

Falmouth's town centre is a short walk away where an excellent range of shops, commercial and leisure amenities including many restaurants, quayside bars, galleries, art centre, National Maritime Museum and additional sports clubs can be found. Along the beautiful seafront, walks lead to Pendennis Point, safe bathing beaches at Castle and Gyllyngvase, and to the South West Coast Path which continues beyond Swanpool and Maenporth to the Helford River and shoreline of The Lizard peninsula.

Excellent bus and rail services lead to the cathedral city of Truro, approximately twelve miles distant, the county's retailing, commercial, administrative, health and educational centre with main-line rail link to London (Paddington) - journey time approximately four and a half hours.

THE ACCOMMODATION COMPRISES

(All dimensions being approximate)

Granite steps rise to a timber and glazed entrance porch.

COMMUNAL ENTRANCE PORCH

Door bell to all apartments. Triple aspect. Glazed and timber inner entrance door opens to:-

COMMUNAL ENTRANCE HALLWAY

Communal entrance hallway with an elegant staircase rising to the first and second floors. Recently redecorated in a bright and neutral colour scheme, this elegant entrance hallway provides access to all of the apartments. The private door to 'Treffry' is located on the first floor landing. Timber door opens to:-

ENTRANCE HALL

Matching traditional timber doors to the bedroom and bathroom. The entrance hall is open-plan to the living room/kitchen area. There is also a large over-head storage cupboard. High ceiling. Picture rail. High skirting boards. Wood-effect flooring.

LIVING ROOM/KITCHEN

3.54m(11'7'') x 4.48m(14'8'')The first measurement increases to 3.86m(12'8") into window. The second measurement decreases to 4.50m(14'9") to chimney breast. Ceiling height of 3.04m(10'0"). A beautifully presented and light south-facing open-plan living room featuring continuation of the wood-effect flooring, traditional high skirting boards, picture rail and exposed stone in the chimney breast with a timber lintel. Traditional sash window to the rear elevation. Wall lights. Night storage heater. Neutral colour scheme. Open plan to:-

KITCHEN AREA

A beautifully refitted kitchen featuring a range of base and eye level cupboards and drawers with solid beech worksurfaces and contemporary mosaic tiled splashbacks. Halogen hob with extractor fan over. Fitted Diplomat electric oven. One and a half bowl stainless steel sink and drainer with contemporary mono block tap. Integrated Diplomat dishwasher. Integrated fridge. Small glazed window to the rear elevation with a deep mosaic tiled sill. Wall light.

BEDROOM

3.57m(11'9'') x 4.41m(14'6'')The first measurement increases to 4.08m(13'5") into window. Ceiling height of 3.05m(10'0"). A very well proportioned and beautifully presented double bedroom featuring beautifully ornate ceiling cornicing. Traditional high skirting boards. Picture rail. Traditional sash window to the rear elevation with timber panelling and architraving. Wall lights. Night storage heater. Neutral carpet.

SHOWER ROOM/WC

A beautifully refitted three-piece suite comprising corner shower cubicle with tiled splashbacks and electric shower, traditional Victorian-style high flush WC, traditional Victorian-style pedestal wash hand basin with tiled splashbacks. Tiled floor. Obscured window to the rear elevation with a tiled sill. Heated towel rail. Wall mounted mirror and light with shaver socket.

UTILITY CUPBOARD

Space and plumbing for washing machine. Wall mounted consumer units. Hot water boiler. Shelf and hanging rail.

THE EXTERIOR

FRONT GARDEN

'Greenbank House' enjoys an attractive communal front garden featuring a central area of lawn. Immediately in front of the property, there is a hardstanding area with a variety of pot plants. A pathway leads either side of the lawn to granite steps and the raised pavement of Greenbank. The front garden provides a particularly appealing view of the estuary with all its boating activity, Flushing, Little Falmouth and the open countryside beyond.

PARKING

Situated to the rear of the property and accessed from Penwerris Lane, there is a communal parking area providing ample off-road parking for the residents of 'Greenbank House'. The parking area is also accessed from the front of the property via a pedestrian lane.

GENERAL INFORMATION

SERVICES

Mains electricity, water and drainage are connected to the property. Telephone points (subject to supplier's regulations).

COUNCIL TAX

Band A - Carrick District Council.

TENURE

Leasehold. 125 years from inception. Annual charges of approximately £410.00 to include building insurance and maintenance charges. The freehold is vested within the management of the residents. 'Greenbank House' comprises six apartments, therefore each owner retains 1/6 of the freehold.

POSSESSION

Vacant possession upon completion of the purchase.

VIEWING

Strictly by prior appointment through the vendor's Sole Agents - Laskowski & Company, 28 High Street, Falmouth, TR11 2AD. Telephone: 01326 318813.

FLOOR PLANS

For identification purposes only - not to scale

These particulars have been prepared as a general guide only for prospective purchasers. Although every effort has been made to provide a fair and reasonable description of the property, no specific survey or detailed inspection has been carried out in relation to the building, services, appliances and any fixtures and fittings. All measurements, dimensions, acreages and distances are approximate and should not be relied upon for accuracy. All buyers should rely on their own surveys and investigations in connection with a purchase of the property.

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