Property summary The Vulcan is probably one of the most recognised historic buildings within the Gunwharf Quays development, Apartment 25 is situated through the central symmetrical arched opening below the impressive Clock Tower. The building was built circa 1812 and was originally known as the Grand Store House, it was one of the largest stores in Britain built by the Board of Ordnance in Old Gunwharf and the foundation stone was laid on 28th November 1812 by the Duke of Clarence, although the final completion of the building didn't take place until 1874. It is a Grade II Listed building which was superbly restored by Berkley Homes in 2005, the former parade ground is contained on three sides and opens to communal well maintained gardens and Portsmouth Harbour beyond, it is within easy access to highly regarded, bars, cafes, restaurants and designer outlet shops, leisure facilities include a multi-screen cinema, bowling complex, casino, nightclub and health studio and is located within a few minutes' walk of the Isle of Wight ferry crossing and the mainline railway station leading to London Waterloo. Arranged over two floors the property has a light and airy feel with some exposed brick walls, metal supporting pillars and a galleried landing overlooking the dining area, early internal viewing of this impressive, character apartment is strongly recommended in order to appreciate both the accommodation and location on offer.
Entrance Security gated entrance leading to residents car parking facilities. Arched central opening leading to feature glass arched entrance with twin glass doors and chrome handles leading to:
Communal entrance Feature tall twin arched topped doors, wooden flooring, built-in meter cupboards, high ceiling and internal part-glazed door leading to hallway (only 4 apartments have access from this communal entrance).
Apartment 25 Front door with security spy-hole and chrome furniture leading to:
Hallway Wooden flooring, coir matted area, cloaks hanging area, metal pillar support, large understairs storage cupboard housing electric consumer box, doors to primary rooms.
Bedroom 2 16' 10" x 11' 10" (5.13m x 3.61m) Metal pillar support, panel heater, eye-level window with winder mechanism and plantation style shutter blinds, power points.
Bathroom White suite comprising; panelled bath with mixer tap and shower attachment and rail over, ceramic tiled to floor and walls, heated towel rail, concealed cistern w.c., with twin flush and shelf over, wall mounted wash hand basin with mixer tap, mirror fronted medicine cabinet with lighting over, extractor fan, ceiling spotlights.
Dining room/kitchen 16' 10" decreasing to 14'2" x 21' 5" maximum (5.13m x 6.53m) Feature double storey ceiling measuring 15'9" in height with large arched topped window with plantation style shutter blinds and wind opener to rear aspect, exposed brick work to two walls with central metal pillar support, galleried landing and sitting room over, glazed panelled door to hallway, understairs storage area, wood flooring, balustrade staircase rising to first floor with glazed panels and hand rail, feature twin metal doors (originally interlinking the building), power points.
Kitchen Comprehensive range of cream fronted wall and floor units, inset 1½ bowl stainless steel sink unit with mixer tap and cupboard space under, space and plumbing for washing machine and dishwasher, range of drawer units, inset Bosch electric hob with oven under, extractor hood, fan and light over, integrated fridge and freezer with matching doors, ceiling
spotlights, power points,
first floor Opening to galleried sitting room.
Sitting room 22' 11" x 10' 11" (6.99m x 3.33m) Galleried landing with glazed panels overlooking dining area below, exposed brickwork on two walls, power points, large built-in airing cupboard with hot water cylinder, range of shelving, door to:
Bedroom 1 21' 7" x 11' 10" decreasing to 6'7" at narrowest point (6.58m x 3.61m) To either end of the room is exposed brick work, painted wooden beam and metal support, feature arched topped window with railings and plantation shutter blinds, glass flooring under providing natural light to ground floor below, power points, panel heater.
Outside Communal bicycle store and bin storage.
Parking Allocated car parking bay & visitors parking bays.
Tenure Leasehold – 199 years from 1st April 1999 (188 years remaining)
maintenance £2,460.00 per annum inc. Building Insurance & Water Rates
ground rent £200.00 per annum.
