2 bed Flat For Sale £375,000
Southgate Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23

A striking and modern city apartment in the heart of Winchester and close to the pedestrianised high street.

Description

Boasting unique and modern stylings the building immediately and positively attracts the attention due to its clever contrast to the surrounding property. The communal entrance and stairs are well maintained and lead to the private front door located on the first floor. There is a generous entrance hall with plenty of storage which leads to a fabulous open plan kitchen and sitting room with feature, floor to ceiling windows. The kitchen is a particular highlight with modern stylings, integrated appliances and a superior finish including granite worktops.

The primary suite is a particularly well-proportioned room with plenty of space for storage and a luxuriously finished en suite shower room hidden behind a clever ‘pocket door'. The is an impressive guest bedroom with a fitted wardrobe that has made for a fantastic office for the current owner. The family bathroom and a very useful and large storage cupboard complete this brilliant apartment. Worthy of particular note is the contemporary design and premium finish throughout the property, containing underfloor heating and stunning Porcelanosa bathrooms. The feeling of modern luxury is real and enhances enjoyment of the property.

OUTSIDE
Significantly there is a very useful shared storage area and separate bike store where residents can lock securely their bikes, scooters or any other leisure equipment. Residents benefit hugely from the shared, communal gardens and terrace with views of the cathedral. Designed for socialising, dining al fresco or just enjoying some outside space the gardens are a fantastic space which encourages a sense of community amongst the homeowners.

Location

Southgate Street is situated in the highly desirable area of St Cross, a conservation area immediately south of the city centre. The pedestrianised High Street contains a wide variety of local businesses, independent shops, boutiques, cafes, bars and restaurants. There are a number of other cultural, historical and leisure facilities such as the Theatre Royal, Everyman Cinema, the Great Hall and world renowned Cathedral.

The mainline railway station is easily accessible (0.5 miles) as are excellent local schools such as St Bede's (0.6 miles) and Westgate (0.9 miles). St Cross has its appeal to suit professionals, first time buyers, and commuters alike, affording a wonderful environment and a thriving community. Not only is St Cross ideally located for the city, it also allows attractive walks through historic cathedral streets and out to local water meadows, St Catherine's Hill and onto the Itchen Navigation south of the city.

Winchester is very well connected via road and rail with London
Waterloo being around 58 minutes from the city's railway station. The M3 allows easy access to London and the south coast connecting with the M27 and Southampton Airport which
serves a growing number of destinations worldwide. The A34 to the north provides access to Oxford, the Midlands and the A303 to the West Country.

Square Footage: 701 sq ft
Leasehold with approximately 119 years remaining.


Additional Info

Leasehold - 125 years from 1 January 2017 until 31 December 2141.

Mains water and drainage. Electric underfloor heating.

Service charge and ground rent £1,725.