2 Bedrooms Flat for sale in Sheepcote Street, Edgbaston, Birmingham B16 | £ 585,000

Property Description

Situation Sheepcote Street is located off Birmingham's famous Broad Street and is in a prime residential area close to Brindleyplace, the fashionable heart of Birmingham's business and leisure district where there is an abundance of bars and restaurants to suit all tastes.

As well as Broad Street and Brindleyplace, within half a mile of the property is the new Paradise Development which is under construction and represents one of the largest city centre developments in the UK. This will provide nearly 2 million square feet of high-quality buildings including offices, shops, bars, restaurants, cafes and a hotel to be built in several phases over the next 7 years.

Birmingham's main shopping core is within a mile, including the superb Bullring shopping centre and the exclusive Mailbox development which houses many famous designer shops. Birmingham's New Street and Snow Hill Stations are also within approximately a mile and for those travelling by car Junction 6 of the M6 and Junction 3 of the M5 are within 3 ½ and 5 ½ miles respectively.

Description King Edward's Wharf is a multi-award-winning development, comprising some 240 apartments split into two phases which are linked by an impressive pedestrian footbridge over the Brindley Loop canal. There are two landscaped courtyards and an open piazza as well as an onsite 24-hour concierge team, guest reception area, residents lounge, and Canalside business and conference centre.

This duplex apartment is located in the highly regarded Phase 2 part of the development and extends in all to an impressive 1667 sq. Ft and offers warm yet contemporary living space on the first and second floors. The very well laid out accommodation enjoys ample natural light to the principal rooms together with a delightful aspect over both the courtyard and canal.

In greater detail this most remarkable property comprises:

Reception Hall having walnut flooring, entry phone, control panel for intruder alarm. There is a very large sized Utility Room situated off the hall which has a Megaflow pressurised hot water cylinder, washing machine, space for a tumble dryer, ceramic tiled floor and plenty of additional space for storage/drying of clothes. A further door leads into a very useful walk – in storage room which houses the Worcester boiler and provides ample storage.

The well-presented Cloakroom can be found off the hallway and has a ceramic tiled floor, bath with shower facility, wash basin, WC, and chrome ladder style towel radiator.

Bedroom Two is conveniently situated across from the Cloakroom and being of a very good size, can easily be also utilised as a Study/Office. There is a twin sliding deep wardrobe and the aspect looks towards the very pleasant landscaped Courtyard.

The main Living Area is also accessed from the reception hall via double doors and is an impressively proportioned room. The outlook from the French doors is that of the Canal and a very handy addition are the Silent Gliss roller blinds that have been fitted since these do not impede the opening of the doors and are also very easy to use. The layout of this room has been cleverly designed, since there is scope for one end to be utilised as a Snug as you approach the stairs to the Upper floor.

The Kitchen/Dining Room is located off the living room. Four sets of tall glazed windows open in bi-fold offering an expansive, unfettered view of the City and really embrace Canalside living at its best. Once again, the Silent Gliss roller blinds have been fitted. A very useful addition partially separating the Kitchen area is the breakfast bar for less formal eating.

The beautiful walnut flooring continues through from the living room and the kitchen itself is fitted with warm mocha fronted, Miele engineered base and wall mounted units contrasting vibrantly with a contemporary, practical stainless-steel work top. The integrated appliances are by aeg and include a bean to cup coffee machine, 2 Oven/Microwaves, Steam Oven, Wine Cooler, Gas hob with a complimenting stainless-steel extractor over, dishwasher, large fridge and a large freezer. This is clearly a well thought space providing plenty of storage cupboards and a wonderful openness.

Walnut Stairs from the living area lead to the Upper Floor where the accommodation is accessed by a long galleried landing. The landing is a fantastic flexible space, currently utilised as a secondary Living Space. This level offers access to the double length Balcony via a pair of sliding doors. The balcony itself is a delight, with a rendered high wall on one side affording a sense of privacy and lower railings on the other side.

Returning back to the landing there is a Shower Room, that includes a wash basin, and WC.

Further along the landing the Master Bedroom (One) is accessible which is both spacious and bright and has a door leading off to a well-presented Ensuite Bathroom fitted with a bath and shower facility, wash basin, WC and ceramic tiled floor. Within the bedroom there is also a large double wardrobe again with sliding doors providing deep storage.

Car Parking The apartment has the benefit of having one over sized allocated underground corner car parking space, secured by CCTV.

General information Tenure: We are informed that the property is leasehold for a term of 124 years from 2004.

The Agent has not checked the legal documents to verify the leasehold status of the property. The buyer is advised to obtain verification from their Solicitor or Surveyor.

Service charge: We are informed that there is a service charge payable which is approximately £2600 per half year. This covers the buildings insurance, and upkeep of the common parts. There is a ground rent of £150.00. Nb service charge & ground rent information and budget forecasts should be checked by your solicitor prior to purchase.

Services: All mains services except are understood to be available and connected. Heating is provided by Gas heating throughout.

Fixtures and Fittings: All fixtures and fittings mentioned in these particulars of sale are included in the asking price. All others are specifically excluded, but some items may be available by separate negotiation.

Viewing: Strictly by prior appointment with the Selling Agents: Robert Powell, 30 St Paul's Square, Birmingham B3 1QZ. Regulated by RICS.

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Published 03 October 2018

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