Property description

A spacious one-bedroom ground-floor flat in the popular area of St David's within easy reach of local amenities, Exeter University and the city centre. In need of some updating, this is an excellent opportunity for investors or for first-time buyers who would like a character property they can finish to their tastes. The accommodation comprises sitting room, kitchen, utility area, double bedroom, bathroom and a courtyard garden belonging solely to the ground floor. The flat has gas central heating and partial double-glazing. An early viewing is recommended to appreciate the character and potential of this property.

Wooden front door to

Communal Entrance Hall: Own front door to

Entrance Hall: Radiator. Under-stairs storage recess with potential to finish off as kitchen pantry area. Electricity supply with overhead light and power point. This is a useful place for a refrigerator, saving space in the adjacent kitchen. Doorway to

Sitting Room: 14’ 10” (4.52m) into bay x 11’ 2” (3.40m) to chimney breast plus two recessed areas. Bay with original double-hung sliding-sash windows to the front, in need of some refurbishing. Radiator. Period coved ceiling with centre ceiling rose and picture rails. Exposed, unfinished fireplace allowing possibility for a wood burner or simply a decorative feature, or could be plastered over again for more wall space. Stripped wood flooring. Fitted shelves to one recess. Telephone point. Dimmer switch.

Double Bedroom: 12’ (3.66m) overall x 9’ (2.74m) to chimney breast plus two recessed areas ideal for shelving or wardrobes. Double-glazed window to rear. Stripped wood flooring. Potential to open up original fireplace, which was plastered over when house was converted to flats. Radiator. Dimmer switch.

Kitchen: 10’ 4” (3.15m) x 10’ (3.05m). Good-sized eat-in kitchen. Large original double-hung sliding-sash window in need of some refurbishment. Radiator. Character beams and exposed brick wall (currently painted white). Space and point for gas cooker. Plumbing for sink and washing machine/dishwasher. Space for ample worktops and wall cupboards or shelving. The current units and shelving are free-standing or easily dismantled to allow flexibility for partial or total refurbishment of the room to suit buyer. Option to negotiate inclusion of existing units as part of sale.

Rear entrance lobby: Approx 5’ x 3’. Leading to rear garden. Handy space for coats, etc., as desired. Overhead light.

Small area currently used as Utility Area: Double-glazed window to the rear. Roll-edge worktop with inset single-drainer stainless steel sink with chrome mixer tap. Space and plumbing for washing machine. Unfinished wall surfaces.

Bathroom: Free-standing enamelled metal bath, optionally negotiable as part of sale. Low-level close-coupled toilet. Hand basin with chrome mixer tap. Radiator. Exposed brick walls. The bathroom would be easy to refurbish as desired with shower cubicle or fitted bath, or to reunite with the utility area as one larger bathroom.

Outside: To the rear of the property is an enclosed courtyard garden (main area approx 15’ x 15’ plus narrow ‘L’ down the side approx 5’ x 10’) with access to alley leading to Haldon Road. The current gate to alley needs some refurbishment or replacement. Low-maintenance border with mature shrubs and space for new plants as desired. Ample space for eating outdoors, airing laundry or adding more garden beds/pots. Storage shed with boiler, light, power point and water supply. Note that the current remains of a dilapidated structure formerly used for housing plants and attaching to Flat 2 above are in the process of being addressed by their owner.