2 bed flat for sale

The Chase, Topsham, Exeter EX3

Description

Situated in the highly sought-after estuary town of Topsham, this impressive first-floor apartment offers stylish, contemporary accommodation with a high-quality finish throughout. Ideal for first-time buyers, professional couples, downsizers or investors, the property combines modern living with the convenience of being close to the excellent amenities, restaurants and transport links that make Topsham such a desirable place to live.

A secure communal entrance leads into the development, with stairs rising to the first-floor landing and the entrance to the apartment. Internally, a welcoming hallway provides access to all rooms and benefits from two useful storage cupboards, offering excellent practicality for modern-day living. There are two well-proportioned double bedrooms, both providing ample space for bedroom furniture and storage, making the property equally suited to those looking for a spare bedroom, home office or guest accommodation.

At the heart of the apartment is the particularly impressive open-plan living, dining and kitchen area, creating a bright and sociable space that is ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. The modern fitted kitchen has been finished to a high standard and provides an extensive range of contemporary units, complemented by integrated Siemens appliances including a dishwasher, washer/dryer, fridge, freezer and double oven with four-ring induction hob. The generous living and dining areas provide plenty of flexibility for seating and dining furniture, while the open-plan arrangement creates a real sense of space.

Completing the accommodation is a modern bathroom fitted with a bath and shower over, together with a stylish freestanding wash hand basin. The apartment further benefits from an allocated parking space, with additional guest parking available on a first-come, first-served basis, while residents can also enjoy the attractive communal areas within the development.

The location is a major attraction. Topsham is a charming and historic estuary town situated approximately four miles south-east of Exeter, renowned for its maritime heritage, attractive period architecture and vibrant community. The town centre offers an excellent selection of independent shops and everyday amenities, with the Co-op on Fore Street, Premier Stores and Londis on the High Street providing convenient options for day-to-day shopping. Topsham also has a fantastic café and food scene, with local favourites including Circle, Kiln, The Boathouse Café and The Cafe, alongside a wide range of independent delis, bakeries, butchers, greengrocers and specialist food shops. The town's Saturday market at Matthews Hall is another popular local attraction.

For dining and evenings out, residents are spoilt for choice with highly regarded establishments including The Galley Restaurant, The Salutation Inn and The Passage House Inn, together with The Globe, Topsham and The Old Fire Station. The nearby Darts Farm Shopping Village is another major benefit, offering a renowned farm shop, food outlets and a variety of specialist lifestyle retailers.

For larger supermarket shopping, aldi is conveniently located on Exeter Road, while Tesco Extra at Exeter Vale, Lidl on Pynesland Road and Sainsbury's at Marsh Barton provide further options within easy reach. Gardening enthusiasts are also well catered for, with Plants Galore on Topsham Road and Exeter Garden Centre at Clyst St Mary both easily accessible.

Topsham provides a strong range of local facilities, including Topsham Surgery, Topsham Pharmacy, Topsham Library, Post Office, Topsham Pool, tennis courts, bowling green, sailing facilities and the popular Bowling Green Marsh nature reserve. Families are also well served by local education, including The Topsham School and Trinity Church of England Primary & Nursery School, with a wider choice of secondary schools available in Exeter and the surrounding area. The combination of excellent amenities, open spaces, estuary walks and recreational facilities makes the area particularly appealing to those seeking a more relaxed lifestyle without sacrificing accessibility.

Transport connections are excellent, with Topsham railway station forming part of the Avocet Line, providing regular services towards Exeter and Exmouth and connections onwards through Exeter to the national rail network. Regular bus services, including the number 57, provide links between Topsham, Exeter city centre, the Royal Devon & Exeter Hospital and Exmouth, while the A376 provides straightforward road access towards Exeter and Exmouth. The M5 motorway can be reached via Exeter, providing convenient connections towards the wider South West and beyond, with the A30 and A38 also readily accessible. Exeter International Airport is approximately five miles away, adding further convenience for both business and leisure travel.

Combining stylish accommodation, an excellent specification, allocated parking and an enviable position within one of Exeter's most desirable surrounding communities, this is a superb opportunity for anyone looking for a modern, easy-to-maintain home with the considerable lifestyle benefits of Topsham on the doorstep.

* This property is subject to an estate management fee

By law, we are required to conduct anti-money laundering checks on all potential buyers and we take this responsibility very seriously. If your offer to purchase a property is accepted (subject to contract), you will need to satisfy the requirements set out in the Money Laundering, Terrorist Financing and Transfer of Funds (Information on the Payer) Regulations 2017. To comply with these obligations, we work with an independent third-party provider, Coadjute, to complete id verification, aml checks, and source of funds checks. A non-refundable fee of £27 plus VAT (per person) applies for these checks and Coadjute will handle the payment for this service. These anti-money laundering checks must be completed before we can send the memorandum of sale to the solicitors to confirm the sale.

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Stamp Duty Land Tax (sdlt) may be payable on your purchase. We advise speaking with your solicitor or legal representative to confirm what, if any, amount is due based on the latest government guidelines.

Council Tax Band: C
Tenure: Leasehold (999 years)
Service Charge: £793.03 per year
Held under a 999 year lease, which commenced in April 2018