NO.1 CLIPPER QUAY Embankment Road, Kingsbridge, South Devon 595,000
Situated half a mile downstream from the head of the Estuary this prestigious first floor Apartment was built on a waterside site of a former shipyard which built many Clippers and Barque s for the tea and fruit trades in the 19th century. Nowadays the shipyard is a development of high quality apartments. No 1 Clipper Quay provides a lovely home from which extensive and almost panoramic views over the waters of the beautiful Ria and lovely foreshore and countryside beyond. The property is idyllic for either the serious yachtsman or just the enthusiastic amateur who loves messing about in boats. The extensive and sheltered tidal waters provide an ideal environment for youngsters to learn to row, sail, windsurfing and paddle boarding. This first floor Apartment built circa 2000 is one of only two forming Clipper Quay with vaulted ceiling and featuring a spacious Balcony ideal for alfresco eating with stunning waterside views towards Salcombe and the deep water mooring area known as The Bag and over the middle reaches of the Ria. Constructed of traditional concrete block cavity walls and with a beam and block flooring between the two floors to ensure good sound insulation. The Apartment provides a contemporary style and is well suited to more modern furnishings. There is a full gas fired central heating system and the windows are all double glazed. The gardens are owned by the Ground Floor Apartment but there is access to the Private Slipway which is shared by the two Apartments. There is a foreshore mooring currently held under license from the Harbour Authority that may be able to be transferred to any new owner of the Apartment. Kingsbridge a former important Market Town is the natural centre of the South Hams and Clipper Quay is a level walk of some 10 minutes from the town centre. The town has a full range of numerous amenities in particularly the sports/swimming pool centre. The famous harbour side town of Salcombe is some 4 miles downstream or 7 miles by road. Most of the surrounding coastline is run by the National Trust and called the South West Coastal Footpath. These cliff paths give access to enjoy the rugged headlands of Bolt Tail Prawle Point and Start Point with all the small coves and sandy beaches to explore and enjoy. There are three 18 hole golf courses all with less than 10 miles and the nearest mainline railway station is in Totnes some 12 miles. Approached over a solid external staircase finished with tiled treads. The accommodation comprises:
Entrance Hallway, with a raised coved ceiling giving a spacious feeling. Radiator, cloaks cupboard with the Worcester combi gas fired boiler for the water and central heating. Spacious Open Plan Living and Dining Area, with a high vaulted ceiling giving a dramatic feeling of space and a unique character. The Living Area and the Dining Area, each area both having spectacular views over the estuary. Sliding doors from the Dining Area lead onto a Generous Balcony, with plenty of room for a table and making a lovely al fresco dining area overlooking the water. There are two radiators, T.V point and recessed ceiling light. Kitchen Area, is part of the open plan area and allows views of the Estuary whilst working. It features a real wood fronted base cupboard unit and wall cupboards with stainless steel fittings. The whole ensemble is finished with black granite worktops with a sink and mixer tap. Complementing tiles form the worktop surrounds. Built in Neff appliances include an electric oven, hob with stainless steel chimney extractor, tall fridge/freezer, dishwasher and a washer/dryer. Under wall cupboard lighting. 113 Fore Street, Kingsbridge, Devon, TQ7 1BG
Master Bedroom, again with lovely views over the Estuary. Fitted with T.V, telephone points and radiator. En-suite Shower Room, with a large shower enclosure and a thermostatic shower unit. Half-tiled Mosaic tiling to the walls. Pedestal basin and W.C. Extractor unit, light-shaver unit, Velux window and recessed lighting, ladder rack heated towel rail. Bedroom 3, with radiator and hatch to the roof void. Main Bathroom, half-tiled and with a large luxurious corner bath. Shower enclosure fitted with a thermostatic shower unit. Pedestal basin and W.C. Light/Shaver unit, extractor unit, Velux roof window. Ladder rack heated towel rail. Bedroom 2, with radiator. 113 Fore Street, Kingsbridge, Devon, TQ7 1BG
Outside Clipper Quay is approached over a short length of private roadway owned by the two properties subject to a right of way for adjoining properties and occasional guest parking. A driveway leads down to a turning area adjoining the Apartments where there are parking spaces in front of the individual garages for the two Apartments with sectional doors. The Garage about 5.87m x 2.90m (19 3 x 9 6 ), with power point, lighting and additional storage space in the roof void. Access to the rear of the property and the slipway for the first floor Apartment is along the northern boundary on the right hand side along a paved pathway. Tenure The Apartments are each held on 999 year leases with the Freehold held jointly between the leaseholders by way of a limited company. SERVICES Main services are connected. COUNCIL TAX BAND G POSTCODE TQ7 1SJ Directions From Kingsbridge Quay take the Dartmouth Road with the Estuary on your right hand side. Drive past the Crabshell Inn and the Old Packet Shed, just after this the entrance to The Moorings Apartments then take the first right onto the Private Drive. Clipper Quay is the first property and approached off a separate driveway. 113 Fore Street, Kingsbridge, Devon, TQ7 1BG
DISCLAIMER 1. These particulars are intended as a fair description of the property and are prepared as a guideline. They do not constitute part of an offer or contract. 2. All measurements, areas and distances referred to are approximate. Orientations, descriptions and other statements are an opinion given in good faith and should not be relied upon as being a statement or representation of facts. 3. The agent has not tested any apparatus, equipment, fixtures, fittings or services and so cannot verify they are in working order or fit for their purpose. Prospective purchasers are advised to obtain verification from their solicitor or surveyor. 4. Any reference in these particulars to alterations or a particular use of part of the property does not imply that a requirement of planning, building regulations or other consents have been obtained and prospective purchasers are advised to obtain verification from their solicitor or surveyor. 5. Any reference to tenure is made based on information supplied by the vendor and prospective purchasers are advised to obtain verification from their solicitor. 6. Prospective purchasers should check with the agents any aspect of the property, which may be of particular importance and also availability before travelling any distance to view. 113 Fore Street, Kingsbridge, Devon, TQ7 1BG