Fortfield Terrace, Sidmouth

A lower ground floor flat located in a prime residential location and forming part of a Grade II* Listed, landmark terrace, a stone's throw from the seafront.

Hall. Sitting/Dining Room. Kitchen. Bedroom. Bathroom. Store. Covered Seating Area. Residential Parking. EPC: D

SUMMARY
Offered for sale with no ongoing chain, this lower ground floor flat has its own self-contained, private entrance, accessed via steps leading down from the terrace to a private entrance. Once inside, the accommodation comprises hallway, separate kitchen with built-in electric oven and hob, fridge and small dishwasher. The sitting/dining room is a good size with a south facing sash window.

The double bedroom has built-in wardrobes, a rear facing window and door and walk-in storage cupboard with a washing machine and pressurised hot water cylinder. The bathroom is also a good size with a mains shower over the bath.


OUTSIDE
From the bedroom, a glazed door gives access to the rear of the building and a shallow pathway belonging to the property and accessing recessed storage areas and steps to the rear for emergency use only. At the entrance to the flat is a covered seating area and a secure door giving access to cellar storage beneath the terrace. We are advised by the vendor that the space in front of the railings on the terrace can be used for seating. There is a residents' parking scheme at Fortfield Terrace and each property is allocated one permit, subject to a fee payable to Devon County Council.

LOCATION
Fortfield Terrace is Grade II* Listed to reflect its architectural and historical importance. The raised footpath is Grade II Listed and combined with the situation just back from the seafront, is unrivalled in the town. The terrace overlooks both Sidmouth Cricket and Croquet Club and beyond to the sea. Sidmouth is an unspoilt town on the Jurassic Coast with a busy High Street having numerous independent shops, High Street chains and popular restaurants. In addition, there is Waitrose, Lidl, a cinema, theatre, indoor swimming pool and various sports clubs to include an eighteen-hole golf course.

TENURE
We are advised that the property is Leasehold, held on a term expiring on 31.12.3019 and owning an equal share in the freehold interest. The maintenance and management of the building is carried out jointly by the flat owners of number 3 and 4. External decoration is arranged for Spring 2027. It should be noted that a completely new pitched roof was fitted in 2022. Long-term letting (not holiday letting) and pets are permitted

SERVICE CHARGE
£125.00 per month - correct September 2026. Service charges are liable to change, you should therefore check the position before making a commitment to purchase.

SERVICES
Mains electricity, water and drainage are connected.

BROADBAND AND MOBILE
Standard and Superfast broadband are available in the area with estimated download speeds of up to 80 mbps. Good outdoor and variable indoor mobile coverage is predicted from EE, Three, O2 and Vodafone. Information provided by Ofcom - September 2026.

COUNCIL TAX
We are advised by East Devon District Council that the council tax band is B.

EPC: D


POSSESSION
Vacant possession on completion.

REF: DHS02720


VIEWING
Strictly by appointment with the agents.

IMPORTANT NOTICE
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