The Leas, Folkestone, Kent, CT20 2LU

An excellent sea view apartment offering spacious light and airy accommodation in the highly favoured Metropole in the West End of Folkestone. Situated on the second floor with with sea views which overlook The Leas and the English Channel with far reaching views out to France.

The apartment is of a good size throughout and retains its original elegance and charm with high ceilings and attractive cornices. Internally, the apartment comprises of three good sized bedrooms, a large lounge/dining room, a well fitted kitchen, main bathroom and en-suite shower room to the principal bedroom.

Externally, the apartment benefits from two allocated underground parking spaces which are accessed securely from the side of The Metropole.

The Metropole is a fine Grade II listed building of architectural and historical interest, was built as a hotel in the late 19th century. Whilst The Metropole retains its elegance and grandeur, including a wide sweeping staircase and other original features, it benefits from security systems, lift services and other modern necessities. To the rear of the building is a residents car park and to the front is the famous Leas promenade.

This excellent property is being sold with no onward chain with early viewing coming highly recommended.

IMPORTANT NOTE TO POTENTIAL PURCHASERS & TENANTS: We endeavour to make our particulars accurate and reliable, however, they do not constitute or form part of an offer or any contract and none is to be relied upon as statements of representation or fact. The services, systems and appliances listed in this specification have not been tested by us and no guarantee as to their operating ability or efficiency is given. All photographs and measurements have been taken as a guide only and are not precise. Floor plans where included are not to scale and accuracy is not guaranteed. If you require clarification or further information on any points, please contact us, especially if you are traveling some distance to view. POTENTIAL PURCHASERS: Fixtures and fittings other than those mentioned are to be agreed with the seller. POTENTIAL TENANTS: All properties are available for a minimum length of time, with the exception of short term accommodation. Please contact the branch for details. A security deposit of at least one month’s rent is required. Rent is to be paid one month in advance. It is the tenant’s responsibility to insure any personal possessions. Payment of all utilities including water rates or metered supply and Council Tax is the responsibility of the tenant in most cases.

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Location The Metropole is a ten-minute walk to the high-speed rail station from which there are thirty trains a day to London, with a journey time of less than an hour. Folkestone has a beautiful coast to countryside lifestyle and its West End retains much of its 19th Century elegance. Folkestone’s Creative Quarter, launched in 2002, is a winning example of creatively led regeneration. Today the Creative Quarter is home to wide range of creative and digital businesses and its galleries, outlets and events attract thousands of visitors. Folkestone’s broader regeneration continues, new projects are announced annually, and in 2022 and 2023 these included further development of the seafront area, residential schemes, and a major overhaul of the town centre.

Communal Entrance Access via revolving entrance doorway to impressive communal entrance. Stairs or lift service to second floor.

Allocated Parking We understand that the property is being sold with two allocated underground parking with secure access provided from the side of The Metropole.

Share of Freehold We have been informed by our vendor that the property is being sold with a share of the freehold.

Lease Details Lease Expiry - 31st March 3006.

Service Charge Contact office for further information

Ground Rent The apartment is liable for an annual ground rent of £60 per annum. The three allocated parking bays are liable for an annual ground rent of £20 per parking bay. The store room is liable for an annual ground rent of £5.

Council Tax

Band - D

EPC Rating EPC - C

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