Guide price
£305,000
2 bed flat for saleLaurence Court, Knotts Lane, Canterbury CT1
2 beds
2 baths
1 reception
EPC Rating: B
- Chain free
- Leasehold
Whitney Homes
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About this property
Chain Free
Description
Laurence Court is a purpose-built, duplex two-bedroom spacious apartment located on the second floor, and enjoys lovely cathedral views. Excellent opportunity for first time buy or investment property.
The property is beautifully finished, including a fitted kitchen and stylish, contemporary bathrooms. The impressive master bedroom has fitted wardrobes, attractive flooring and plantation shutters.
The property benefits from a video entry door system and 10-year builder’s guarantee from 2024.
Features
Communal entrance: Stairs to second floor.
Reception hall, Harwood entry door, video entry system, stairs to master bedroom and en suite shower room.
Sitting room: Double-glazed windows to front, attractive plantation shutter, stylish laminated flooring. Cupboard housing washing machine.
Kitchen: Range of base and wall mounted cabinets, electric oven and ceramic hob with extractor above, dishwasher, fridge/freezer, attractive worktop and flooring, wooden shelving.
Bedroom 2: Double room with double-glazed window and plantation shutters.
Shower room: Beautifully fitted, with shower cubicle, hand basin set in vanity unit, WC, attractive tiling, chrome ladder radiator.
Landing
Master bedroom: Impressive master suite with alcove recesses that can be used as a study and dressing areas, views to cathedral, range of built-in wardrobes with mirrored fronts. Cupboard housing boiler and hot-water tank.
En suite: Shower cubicle, hand basin set in vanity unit, WC, attractively tiled.
Leasehold 125 years from 2024.
Situation
Laurence Court is situated in the heart of the City of Canterbury and boasts lovely views towards the cathedral.
The bustling high street is just a short walk away and offers an excellent shopping centre with a good choice of restaurants, bars, cafés, shops, and many cultural interests and the popular Marlowe Theatre.
Recreational facilities include championship cricket at the Spitfire St Lawrence ground, rugby, swimming pool, leisure centre and golf courses. The River Stour offers interesting boats trips, as well as lovely riverside walks.
There is a good choice of schools in both the state and private sectors, girls’ and boys’ grammar schools, and colleges and universities.
Transport links are also good, with the A2 linking into the M2, M20/M25 and other motorway networks.
Canterbury has two mainline railway stations, both within walking distance. Canterbury West operates the HS1 train service to London St Pancras in just under an hour.
The Port of Dover and Eurotunnel are within easy reach, providing services to the continent.
Property information
Services: Mains water, electricity, gas, drainage
Local Authority: Canterbury City Council
Council Tax Band: D
Lease details: 125 years from 2024. (However, we understand the leasehold will be transferred creating a 1/11 share of the freehold)
Maintenance: £1,400 per annum, which includes buildings insurance, cleaning and lighting to communal area.
Viewings
Strictly by appointment through Whitney Homes
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