Kensey Place, Launceston, Cornwall, PL15

Grade II listed apartment in an elevated position with open plan living space and two bedrooms being fantastically presented with character features throughout. Enclosed rear garden and within walking distance to Launceston Town and local amenities. Offered for sale with no onward chain.


Generously proportioned and well-presented Grade II Listed apartment situated within a short walk to Launceston Town centre and local amenities. Kensey Place dates back to the 1700’s has a wealth of history behind it.

The property has been renovated thoughtfully throughout retaining many of its original features like exposed wooden beams. The apartment briefly comprises of the following:- entrance hallway, bathroom, bedroom / snug / home office, open plan kitchen / dining / living space. Steps then lead down to the ground floor with a master en-suite bedroom. Externally there is a low maintenance enclosed rear garden together with street parking availability nearby.

This is a wonderful first-time purchase or investment opportunity as the property is offered for sale with no onward chain. A viewing to appreciate the attributes of this property is highly recommended.

LOCATION
Dockacre road, in the heart of Launceston is conveniently located for easy access to the social, commercial and shopping facilities of the town centre. Launceston enjoys a good balance of travel distance east and west to the pretty cities of Exeter and Truro with Plymouth being a similar distance to the south. There is good access to the M5 motorway link at Exeter with Intercity Rail link and International airport. Plymouth has Intercity Rail Link and Continental Ferry Port.

There is scenery of outstanding natural beauty in all directions easily reached from the town. To the east are the wild open spaces of Dartmoor National Park, running south towards Plymouth are the hidden treasures of the Tamar Valley steeped in 18th Century mining history, to the west is Bodmin Moor ideal for walking and riding and to the north the rugged North Cornish coastline with surfing beaches and quaint former fishing villages.

ACCOMMODATION

COMMUNAL HALLWAY
Doors leading to all flats.

ENTRANCE HALLWAY
Doors leading to all rooms.

STORAGE CUPBOARD
Housing tumble dryer and providing additional storage.

BATHROOM
Obscure window onto hallway. Tile enclosed bath with mixer tap and shower head attachment, low level W.C. and wall hung wash hand basin with mixer tap and storage below. Half height tiled surround, heated towel rail and light. Access into further storage cupboard with washing machine.

BEDROOM TWO / STUDY / SNUG
A versatile room which could be used as a bedroom, snug or home office. Window to the side elevation. Half height paneling, space for bedroom furniture, radiator and carpet.

OPEN PLAN KITCHEN / DINER / LIVING AREA
Dual aspect with two windows to the side and one to the rear elevation with distant countryside views. Feature arch with lighting. The Kitchen area has a range of base and eye level units with worksurface over having inset stainless steel sink, gas hob and oven below. Space for free standing fridge freezer. There is LVT flooring, half height wooden paneling and space for living room furniture together with a dining area. Stairs lead down to the ground floor comprising:-

MASTER BEDROOM
Door leading to the garden and opaque window facing the rear elevation, further window to the side elevation with slate sill. Exposed wooden beams and floor. Door leading into two cupboards, one housing the boiler and other for clothes storage. Space for bedroom furniture and double bed. Door into:-

EN-SUITE
Shower cubicle with rainfall shower and tiled surround, low level W.C. and pedestal wash hand basin with separate taps, mirror and light above.

OUTSIDE
Access via the right of the property to the gravelled garden which is enclosed by fencing. There are views over the valley to the right of the garden and original metal bars on rear downstairs window. Please note the garden is on a separate title.

SERVICES
Mains water, drainage, electricity and Gas.

LOCAL AUTHORITY
Cornwall council.

COUNCIL TAX BAND
A

TENURE
The current owners of the property own the freehold, but there is a lease with the above flat which commenced on 29.09.1980 with a lease term of 999 years.

8A Kensey Place has a right of access to the yard and is allowed to have use for refuse storage at the rear of the building. 8A and 8B have joint responsibility for insuring the building along with having a half share of being responsible for property maintenance including roof/foundations.

EPC RATING - C

WHAT THREE WORDS - height.crackling.trackers

VIEWINGS
Please ring to view this property and check availability before incurring travel / time costs. FULL PROPERTY DETAILS ARE AVAILABLE ON OUR WEBSITE

BOUNDARIES
Any purchaser shall be deemed to have full knowledge of all boundaries neither vendor nor the vendors agents will be responsible for defining the boundaries or the ownership thereof. Should any disputes arise as to the boundaries or any points on the particulars or plans or the interpretation, the question shall be referred to the vendors agent whose decision acting as experts shall be final.

EASEMENTS, WAYLEAVES & RIGHTS OF WAY
The property is offered for sale, subject to and with the benefits of all matters contained in or referred to in the property and charges register of the register of the registered title together with public or private rights of way, wayleaves, easements and other rights of way, which cross the property.

IMPORTANT NOTICE
Kivells, their clients and any joint agents give notice that:
1. They are not authorized to make or give any representation or warranties in relation to the property either here or elsewhere, either on their own behalf of their client or otherwise. They assume no responsibility for any statement that may be made in these particulars. These particulars do not form any part of an offer contract and must not be relied upon as statements or representation of fact.
2. Any areas, measurements or distance are approximate. The text, photographs and plans are for guidance only and are not necessarily comprehensive. It should be assumed that the property has all necessary planning, building regulation or other consents and Kivells have not tested any services, equipment or facilities. Purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise.


Verified Material Information

Council tax band: A

Tenure: Freehold

Property type: Flat

Property construction: Standard form

Electricity supply: Mains electricity

Solar Panels: No

Other electricity sources: No

Water supply: Mains water supply

Sewerage: Mains

Heating: Central heating

Heating features: Double glazing

Broadband: FTTP (Fibre to the Premises)

Mobile coverage: O2 - Great, Vodafone - Good, Three - Good, EE - Great

Parking: Off Street

Building safety issues: No

Restrictions - Listed Building: Grade 2 listed

Restrictions - Conservation Area: No

Restrictions - Tree Preservation Orders: None

Public right of way: No

Long-term area flood risk: No

Coastal erosion risk: No

Planning permission issues: No

Accessibility and adaptations: None

Coal mining area: No

Non-coal mining area: Yes

Energy Performance rating: No Certificate

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