This truly outstanding, beautifully presented and superbly appointed individual one double bedroom penthouse loft apartment is very conveniently situated on the fourth floor of the recently converted 'Cotton Mill' which is located close to the Leeds/Liverpool canal whilst all of Skipton's town centre amenities and the railway station are only a short, comfortable walk away.
This delightful home is equipped in accordance with an unusually high specification including quality contemporary fittings and fixtures throughout together with sealed unit double glazing, electric background heating, characterful features, many additional refinements and a superb recessed sun terrace / private balcony commanding spectacular long distance panoramic views across central Skipton towards the moors and hills whilst offering a tranquil sitting out space.
Converted in accordance with superior standards and successfully fusing fine Victorian architecture and a contemporary living style together, 'The Cotton Mill' comprises 40 luxurious apartments in a very secure and convenient central location.
The Cotton Mill apartments form part of an established residential community alongside workspaces and the Jetts health and fitness centre.
The historic market town of Skipton is known as 'The Gateway to the Dales'; with beautiful open countryside and rural villages to explore surrounding it. The business centres of Leeds and Manchester are within comfortable daily commuting distance and direct trains to London's Kings Cross as well as Leeds, Bradford and the Settle to Carlisle line, run regularly. Skipton offers a wide range of highly respected educational facilities together with recreational facilities and shopping including High Street brands as well as a diverse range of private retailers and regular markets.
With internal inspection very strongly recommended, this excellent individual apartment is approached via an impressive communal entrance hall area with a video HD intercom entry phone system. There is a communal elevator or staircase to the stylish private accommodation - which enjoys high levels of natural light - whilst located at:
FOURTH FLOOR LEVEL
Comprising:
ENTRANCE HALL
With a substantial veneered oak entrance door. Laminated oak flooring. Slimline electric radiator on an individual thermostat. Video security entry phone system. Attractive cast ironwork. Recessed low voltage ceiling spotlights.
SPACIOUS OPEN PLAN LIVING ROOM AND DINING AREA OPEN THROUGH TO THE STYLISH FITTED KITCHEN
21'4" x 18'8" (both maximum)
LIVING ROOM AND DINING AREA
Including laminated oak flooring and two slimline electric radiators on individual thermostats. Exposed beams and cast ironwork create characterful features. Clean Air recirculation system. Two skylight windows fitted with electric blackout blinds (solar powered) and sealed unit double glazing including bi-folding doors to the:
DELIGHTFUL ENCLOSED SUN TERRACE / BALCONY
A truly wonderful sitting out space perfect for al fresco dining. With flagged flooring and perimeter walling to enhance privacy. Spectacular long distance panoramic views ranging across central Skipton towards the moors and hills beyond.
THE STYLISH OPEN PLAN FITTED KITCHEN - OPEN THROUGH FROM THE LIVING AND DINING AREA
Is superbly appointed with a quality range of contemporary gloss fronted base and wall cupboard units in a grey finish providing complimentary quartz worktop surfaces having matching up-stands. Built-in stainless steel sink with a pillar tap and a worktop drainer. Integrated Beko dishwasher. Built-in Zanussi automatic washing machine/dryer. Built-in split level Bosch oven with a matching microwave oven above. Bosch four ring induction hob having an extractor hood above. Integrated fridge and freezer. Laminated oak flooring. Recessed low voltage ceiling spotlights. Down-lighting beneath the wall units.
DOUBLE BEDROOM
11' x 9'11" With two skylight windows fitted with electric blackout blinds (solar powered). Slimline electric radiator on an individual thermostat. Fitted wardrobes with sliding doors and including a dressing mirror. Exposed beams and ironwork.
CONTEMPORARY SHOWER ROOM
With a quality white suite comprising a hand wash basin, a back-to-wall WC and a walk-in shower cubicle having a thermostatic shower. Full height white wall tiling and slate tiled flooring. Fitted mirror. Built-in mirror fronted vanity cabinet. Electric ladder radiator in chrome finish. Underfloor heating. Extractor fan. Recessed low voltage ceiling spotlights.
OUTSIDE
On the ground floor there is a secure lock-up store room and a secure bicycle store together with communal bin storage.
There is a car parking space within the secure basement car park in the adjacent Glista Mill - with a key fob entry system.
COUNCIL TAX BAND
The council tax band quoted for this property on the Gov.UK website is Band: B
TENURE
This property is LEASEHOLD. On the remainder of a 125 year lease created in January 2017. The current service charge is £1650 per annum. This charge is divided into two payable installments (£825) and covers buildings insurance, communal electric consumption (hallway / store lighting), regular servicing of the elevator, and car parking rights in the adjacent Glista Mill. There is an annual ground rent of £175. The electricity costs are fixed until August 2024, as it all goes through the freeholder who negotiates with suppliers on behalf of three buildings at once. Current charges are 15.1p per kwH and there is a standing charge of £1.25 per month.
SERVICES All mains services with the exception of gas are installed.
Please note we have not been able to test the equipment or installations in this property and recommend that prospective purchasers arrange for a qualified person to check any appliances before entering into any commitment.
VIEWING Strictly by arrangement with
HARRISON BOOTHMAN. All potential viewers are advised to read a copy of our
PRIVACY POLICY which can be found on our website. Alternatively a written copy is available on request.
Tel: Skipton 799993
Any floor plans are provided for informational and illustrative purposes only. Although we endeavour to provide truthful representation, we do not in any way warrant the accuracy of the floor plan information and the floor plan layout and measurements may contain errors and omissions. We are not liable for and do not accept any liability relating to any loss or damage suffered as a direct or indirect result of use of any information on the floor plan. The extent of the property and its boundaries are subject to verification by inspection of the title deeds.
These particulars were prepared from observation together with information supplied by the Vendor. We have not carried out a detailed professional survey.
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