Philips Court, Baldock Street, Royston, Hertfordshire, SG8 9DL

Detailed Description

An attractive two bedroom second floor apartment occupying a highly convenient central position within the popular market town of Royston. The well planned accommodation offers an excellent opportunity for both first time buyers and investors, benefiting from easy access to the town centre, Royston mainline railway station, and the open countryside of Therfield Heath. The property further benefits from a secure gated entrance, an allocated parking space, and additional visitor parking.

Location

Royston is an established market town in North Hertfordshire, situated approximately 15 miles south of Cambridge and around 40 miles north of central London. The town enjoys a convenient position at the junction of the A10 and A505, providing excellent access to Cambridge, Hertfordshire, and the wider motorway network, including the M11 and A1(M). Transport connectivity is a particular strength. Royston railway station lies on the Cambridge to London King's Cross mainline, offering frequent direct services to both destinations. Journey times to London King's Cross can be as little as approximately 40 minutes, whilst Cambridge can be reached in around 15 minutes, making the town particularly attractive to commuters. The town benefits from a comprehensive range of amenities, including supermarkets, independent retailers, cafés, restaurants, public houses, healthcare facilities, and a twice weekly market. A variety of leisure and recreational facilities are also available, together with a number of community organisations and sports clubs. One of Royston's most notable attractions is Therfield Heath, an extensive area of chalk grassland situated on the western edge of the town. Designated as a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI), it provides excellent opportunities for walking, running, cycling, and outdoor recreation, whilst enjoying far reaching views across the surrounding countryside. Educational provision is well catered for, with a number of highly regarded primary schools serving the town, together with King James Academy, which provides secondary and sixth form education. A number of respected independent schools are also located within easy reach, including St Edmund's College and several renowned institutions in Cambridge.

Accommodation Second floor Entrance hallway With entrance door, integral storage cupboards, doors to

Living/ dining room With timber double glazed sash window to the front aspect

Kitchen With timber double glazed sash window to the rear aspect, range of eye and base level units, worktop with inset sink and half with drainer and chrome mixer tap over, integrated oven, inset four ring electric hob with chimney style extractor hood over, space for appliances including under counter fridge and washing machine, part tiled walls, wood effect flooring

Bedroom one With Juliette balcony to the rear aspect, door to

En-suite shower room With contemporary suite comprising; low level wc with hidden cistern and eco flush, vanity unit with inset basin and chrome mixer tap over and shower cubicle with glass/ chrome door and drencher head over, airing cupboard, chrome heated towel rail, part tiled walls

Bedroom two With timber double glazed sash window to the front aspect

Bathroom With timber double glazed window to the side aspect, suite comprising low level wc with eco flush, pedestal wash basin with chrome mixer tap and panelled bath with chrome mixer tap and wall mounted hand held shower head, part tiled walls

LEASEHOLD DETAILS Lease of 125 years from January 2002. Ground Rent £50 per annum. Service Charge approx £2,264 per annum.