Collingdale Lodge, Richmond Park Road, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH8 8TW

CHARACTERFUL GROUND FLOOR FLAT WITH A SHARE IN THE FREEHOLD, ITS OWN PRIVATE GARDEN, GARAGE & PARKING.

Set along the established and popular Richmond Park Road, within easy reach of Bournemouth's vibrant Charminster area, this characterful one-bedroom ground floor flat enjoys a convenient yet pleasantly tucked-away position within Collingdale Lodge. The location offers excellent access to a wide range of local shops, cafés, restaurants and amenities, with Bournemouth town centre, its beautiful beaches and transport connections also within easy reach.

An ideal first home, especially for those looking for something a little different, the apartment offers approximately 602 sq ft (56 sq m) of accommodation, combining the charm of a period-style building with the comforts of a modern kitchen and bathroom. Further appeal comes from its share of freehold, exceptionally long remaining lease and the rare benefit of its own private entrance.

The flat is accessed either via communal entrance into the property’s entrance hallway with useful walk-in storage. Alternatively a private gate leads via pathway and garden into the property’s private entrance doorway. A particular highlight is the high ceilinged lounge / diner reception with an attractive front-facing bay window, which allows plenty of natural light given its size and southerly aspect. This reception area allows for plenty of room for lounge and dining furniture. It features a character wall with fitted shelving to both recesses, a low-level fitted focal electric fire and contrasting colour scheme.

The separate kitchen is modern fitted with plenty of cupboards and work surfaces, together with an integrated oven, electric hob and space for essential appliances. Like the reception room, it too benefits from a south facing window giving good natural light to the room. The spacious double bedroom is another interesting feature, comfortably accommodating bedroom furniture thanks to a recessed dressing area with plenty of space for wardrobes.

The private entrance UPVC double-glazed door opens directly onto the flats private courtyard garden from the bedroom however this does not feel compromising given the size of the room. A modern bathroom, fitted with a shower bath and contemporary white suite, and contrasting tiles completes the accommodation.

The enclosed, westerly-facing courtyard garden provides a low-maintenance area of outside space being laid to stone chippings and wood decking. A garage is conveyed to the flat and is of ‘Marley’ construction, providing useful parking or storage options. A door potentially could be fitted leading into the structure from the garden area to make better use of the structure. In addition to a garage, one allocated parking space is conveyed to front of the building which can easily be seen from the windows of the flat.

This is a home that offers considerably more than you might expect from a one-bedroom flat. An excellent opportunity for a first-time buyer or a down-sizer looking to tick as many boxes as possible.

Viewing is highly recommended through Roberts, sole selling agents.

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Allocated parking bay to the front of the property with access to garage. Private gate leads to pathway giving access to a courtyard garden as well as an informal private entrance door directly into the flat.

Communal door leads into communal hallway. Front door leads into:

Entrance Lobby & Hallway: Entrance lobby leads into an inner hallway with plain ceiling, recessed down lighting and mains wired smoke detector. Cast iron style panelled radiator and wood laminate flooring. Walk-in cloaks and storage cupboard with hanging rail.

Lounge / Diner: 16’ 2 x 13’ 10 / 4.93m x 4.22m (approx’). Plain coved ceiling with recessed low level downlighting. UPVC double-glazed bay window to front aspect. Cast iron style panelled radiator, central heating controls and TV / media point. Feature wall with shelved storage and inset electric fire. Wood laminate flooring.

Kitchen: 8’ 6 x 6’ 8 / 2.59m x 2.03m (approx’). Plain coved ceiling with recessed low level downlighting. UPVC double-glazed double glazed window to front aspect. A range of wall and base mounted units with work surfaces over. Single bowl single drainer sink unit with mixer tap. Integrated electric oven with electric hob and cooker hood. Space and plumbing for washing machine and space for fridge / freezer. Cupboard housing gas central heating combination boiler. Splash back tiling and tiled flooring.

Bedroom: 13’ x 12’ 8 / 3.96m x 3.86m (approx’). Plain coved ceiling with recessed low-level downlighting. UPVC double-glazed window to side aspect with UPVC double-glazed casement door leading to private garden. Door provides an optional private entrance access point. Cast iron style panelled radiator. Wood laminate flooring.

Bathroom: Plain ceiling with recessed down lighting and fitted extractor. Shower bath with fitted shower screen, mixer tap and thermostatic shower valve. Low-level WC and vanity unit and inset wash hand basin with mixer tap. Tiled walls (fully tiled to bath area), tiled flooring and cast iron style panelled radiator.

Rear Garden: Private courtyard garden to a westerly aspect and fully enclosed by fencing. Garden being laid to shingle with an elevated area of wood decking.

Garage: 16’ 2 x 8’ 2 / 4.93m x 2.49m (approx’). Marley style with double doors.

Tenure: Leasehold with a share in the freehold: 993-years remaining

Charges: Maintenance: £1,100pa.

Ground Rent: £Nil

Council Tax: Band A