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Evening Star Lane, Swindon SN2

    • 1 bed

    • 1 bath

    • 1 reception

  • Chain free
  • Leasehold

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Connells - Swindon North

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About this property

  • No onward chain!

  • One bedroom first floor apartment

  • Open plan living accommodation

  • Modern kitchen with integrated appliances

  • Light and airy throughout

  • Grade II listed building

  • Allocated parking with the property

  • Located in the histroic building in Chain Testing House Rodbourne

Summary
A unique one-bedroom apartment within the Grade II listed Metal Testing House, dating back to 1873. Rich in industrial heritage with historic features and machinery displayed within the communal areas, the property offers spacious open-plan living, a generous bedroom and allocated parking.

Description
Offering a rare opportunity to call part of Swindon’s industrial heritage home, this impressive one-bedroom apartment is situated within the historic Metal Testing House, a Grade II listed building dating back to 1873. The development has retained much of its original character, with fascinating historic features and pieces of former machinery displayed throughout the communal areas, providing an unmistakable reminder of the building’s industrial past. T the heart of the home is an impressive open-plan kitchen/living room measuring approximately 28'11" x 11'6", creating a fantastic space for both everyday living and entertaining. The bedroom is equally generous, measuring approximately 15'10" x 10'6", while the accommodation is completed by a bathroom, entrance hall and two useful storage areas, providing valuable additional space. The combination of contemporary apartment living and the remarkable historic setting makes this property particularly distinctive. Stepping into the communal areas, the retained machinery and heritage features give the building a character that simply cannot be replicated by a conventional modern development. For anyone looking for something genuinely different, this apartment offers an exciting opportunity to own a home within a landmark Grade II listed building, combining a fascinating history dating back to 1873 with spacious accommodation and the convenience of allocated parking.

Agent Note
Please note that an aml fee is chargeable to the buyer once an offer has been accepted to cover the cost of required identity checks and anti-money laundering checks. Once these checks have been completed, the fee cannot be refunded, even if the property purchase does not go ahead.

Accommodation Details

Entrance Hall
Door to the communal entrance. Intercom. Door to the open plan living accommodation, bathroom and bedroom.

Open Plan Living Accommodation 28' 11" x 11' 6" ( 8.81m x 3.51m )

Kitchen Area
Double glazed skylight to the rear aspect. Fully fitted kitchen with a range of base and wall mounted units comprising of cupboards and drawers. Integrated fridge freezer, oven, hob and cooker hood. Sink with drainer.

Lounge Area
Two double glazed window to the skylight to the front aspect. Radiator

Bedroom 15' 10" x 10' 6" ( 4.83m x 3.20m )
Two double glazed skylight to the front aspect. Built-in-storage cupboard. Radiator.

Bathroom
Double glazed skylight to the rear aspect. Three piece suite comprising of panelled bath with shower over, wash hand basin and WC.

External Features

Parking
There is allocated parking with the property

We currently hold lease details as displayed above, should you require further information please contact the branch. Please note additional fees could be incurred for items such as leasehold packs.

1. Money laundering regulations - Intending purchasers will be asked to produce identification documentation at a later stage and we would ask for your co-operation in order that there will be no delay in agreeing the sale.
2: These particulars do not constitute part or all of an offer or contract.
3: The measurements indicated are supplied for guidance only and as such must be considered incorrect.
4: Potential buyers are advised to recheck the measurements before committing to any expense.
5: Connells has not tested any apparatus, equipment, fixtures, fittings or services and it is the buyers interests to check the working condition of any appliances.
6: Connells has not sought to verify the legal title of the property and the buyers must obtain verification from their solicitor.

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  • Tenure

    Leasehold (983 years)

  • Service charge

    £1,729 per year

  • Council tax band

    B

  • Ground rent

    £450

  • Ground rent date of next review

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