Front door leads into a welcoming entrance hallway complete with two storage cupboards and loft access hatch, and in-turn leads to a generously proportioned sitting/dining room complete with dual-aspect windows, French doors leading to the roof terrace, and plenty of space for furniture. The kitchen is well-laid out and is complete with a range of units, spaces for appliances, and window overlooking the terrace. The bathroom benefits from being re-fitted with a modern WC, basin with vanity unit offering plenty of storage, 'P' shaped bath with overhead shower, modern tiling, and Velux-style roof window. The bedroom is a fantastic size and is complete with Velux-style roof windows, plus access to a separate study/walk-in wardrobe also with Velux-style roof window.
The property benefits from a generous 5.65m x 2.36m private south-facing roof terrace offering a lovely additional outside space, accessed from the main sitting room.
Situated on the second floor of this purpose built development located just-off Castle Street, the property is just a short walk from Magdalene Bridge and the city centre beyond. The development itself benefits from communal un-allocated parking, plus each property benefits from a useful outside storage shed.
Shelley Gardens is purpose built block of flats situated just off Castle Hill with its own laundrette on site and offering excellent access to the city centre, which is some 10 minutes walk away. There are regular guided bus services to and from the town as well as to Addenbrookes hospital, St. Ives and Huntingdon.
The property represents an excellent opportunity to purchase this spacious top floor apartment located in a sought-after area of the city, ideal as a first time buy or investment.
Tenure - Leasehold
146 years remaining (approximately)
Service charge & ground rent - £1,467.48 per annum (including buildings insurance)
EPC rating C
Council tax band C (£1,790.81 per annum, 2023/24)
Cambridge City Council
