2 bed flat for sale

Waters Edge, Canterbury CT1

Waters Edge, Canterbury

Property Description: Guide Price £230,000 - £240,000. This two bedroom, two bathroom ground floor apartment presents an opportunity to acquire a truly exceptional home in the heart of Canterbury. It combines contemporary living with an enviable riverside location, making it perfect for a diverse range of buyers, from first-time purchasers to those seeking a convenient base close to the city centre or investment.

The heart of this home is undoubtedly the open-plan living, kitchen, and dining area. This versatile space is thoughtfully designed for both relaxation and entertaining, allowing for seamless interaction whether cooking, dining, or unwinding. Large windows and French doors frame the picturesque surroundings, with stunning views out to the tranquil river, creating a serene backdrop to everyday life and an ever-changing vista to enjoy throughout the seasons.

The kitchen area is well-appointed, featuring ample storage and workspace, catering to all culinary needs, and includes an integrated electric oven, hob, chimney extractor and an integrated fridge/freezer. The seamless flow into the dining and living zones ensures that this area remains the social hub of the apartment. The property has two generously proportioned bedrooms, providing comfortable and private retreats. The main bedroom has the added convenience of an en-suite and fitted wardrobes with excellent storage solutions that contribute to the apartment's uncluttered aesthetic. Both bathrooms provide modern fixtures and fittings for comfort and convenience.

Beyond the principal rooms, this apartment distinguishes itself with an array of useful, built-in storage space throughout, a practical feature that enhances the living experience and helps maintain an organised home. A significant advantage is the sought-after allocated parking space, providing peace of mind and convenience for residents.

Outside: Externally, residents have a generous and well-kept communal garden, a peaceful outdoor space to relax and enjoy the fresh air without the burden of extensive maintenance. This green oasis provides a lovely extension to the living space, perfect for enjoying sunny afternoons or a quiet moment.

Location: Waters Edge 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 which is just 1 mile away. Canterbury has 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 1WX / What3Words = ///river.punchy.input

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 . Kent County Council 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. Service/estate management charges apply. We have been advised that the current ground rent is £300 per annum and service charges are £2,516 per annum. 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.

Additional Property Notes: This property is of standard construction and has had no adaptions for accessibility. Please note that there is no lift within this complex. There is one allocated parking space that is located in the car park within the complex.

Identity verification: Please note, Sandersons UK are obligated by law to undertake Anti Money Laundering (aml) Regulation checks on any purchaser who has an offer accepted on a property. We are required to use a specialist third party service to verify your identity. The cost of these checks is £60 inc. VAT per property and accepted offer. This is payable at the point an offer is accepted and our purchaser information form is completed, prior to issuing Memorandum of Sales to both parties respective conveyancing solicitors. This is a legal requirement and the charge is non-refundable.

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.

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