Downderry, Cornwall

SOLD – Scott Parry Associates are pleased to report another successful sale – A beachside apartment commanding a stunning prospect over the sparkling waters of Whitsand and Looe Bay.

VIRTUALLY ON THE BEACH
SOLD – Scott Parry Associates are pleased to report another successful sale – EPIC SEA VIEWS – A beachside apartment commanding a stunning prospect over the sparkling waters of Whitsand and Looe Bay and situated within an architecturally striking building. About 894 sq ft, 23′ Open Plan Living Room/Kitchen, 18′ Sea Facing Balcony, 2 Double Bedrooms (Master with Ensuite Shower/WC), Family Bathroom, Communal Garden, Secure Gated Parking.

LOCATION
The property is situated in a south facing and prized near beachfront position within about 50 yards of Downderry Beach on a stretch of coastline often referred to as the Cornish Riviera and renowned for its mild maritime climate. The constant passage of commercial, naval and pleasure craft across the bay, provides an extraordinary, distracting and inspirational outlook.

Downderry together with the neighbouring beachside village of Seaton have a primary school (rated “good” by Ofsted), restaurant, beachside public house, church, beach café, village store, post office and doctors’ surgery. Similar facilities are available at St Germans, which also has a main line railway station providing a useful commuter link to Plymouth (Plymouth to London Paddington 3 hours). Seaton also has a Countryside Park with riverside and woodland walks.

Downderry was, in recent years, noted by the Sunday Times in a list of the top ten “Best Places to Live by the sea”. Golf is available at Portwrinkle, St Mellion International Golf Resort, or Looe Bindown. The South West Coast Path is accessed nearby with parts of the neighbouring coastline in the ownership of the National Trust. The beach has a slipway and offers the opportunity to keep and launch boats (by permit). Seaton beach benefits from a RNLI Lifeguard station during the summer.

The sailing waters of the area are favoured by yachtsmen and deep water moorings are available on the Rivers Lynher and Tamar at St Germans, Saltash and Fowey/Polruan. Saltash has a Waitrose store on its northern outskirts and the city of Plymouth offers an abundance of facilities centred around the historic and fascinating waterfront areas of the Barbican and Hoe. The Tamar Valley Area of Outstanding Beauty, the famous surfing beaches of North Cornwall, historic country houses and many other places of interest lie within an easy drive.

DESCRIPTION
Celtic Shores comprises an architecturally striking purpose built block of 14 apartments in a unique seaside setting with a 180 degree panorama spanning from Rame Head in the east and Looe Island in the west.

Contemporary fittings, excellent natural lighting, underfloor heating and high standards of insulation are features of the property. Access is via well kept areas and a secure gated car park.

Despite being on the first floor, the apartment benefits from completely level access from the car park. The accommodation is demonstrated by reference to the attached floorplan extending to approximately 894 sq ft and briefly comprises as follows: Spacious Reception Hall with various useful store cupboard off – 23′ Open Plan Living Room/Kitchen with wide window and patio door to the 18′ Balcony – this room and the balcony have a fine south aspect dominated by the outstanding sea views over Whitsand and Looe Bay – 16′ Master Bedroom with Ensuite Shower Room/WC – Bedroom 2 (Double) – Family Bathroom.

OUTSIDE
The property is approached through electronically operated gates into a secure parking area providing parking for 1 car. There is a further private parking bay on Beach Hill providing additional space for 1 car. The apartment benefits from a 18′ long balcony on the south side enjoying the sea views.

On the south side of the building there are extensive level and very pretty communal gardens comprising gravelled and lawned areas, landscaped and well maintained.

Within the gated carpark there is a communal service building for storage of refuse and recycling etc.

EPC RATING – C

DIRECTIONS
Using Sat Nav – PL11 3NT

TENURE
Service/management charges approximately £3000 per annum (inc ground rent). Council tax Band C. Leasehold – 999 year lease from 2005. Services – Mains water, electricity and drainage. The lease does not allow for holiday letting. The property is available with vacant possession.