Apartment 3, George House 1 The Parade | | CV32 4DG APARTMENT 3, GEORGE HOUSE

This three bedroom apartment offers fantastic living space over two floors, a courtyard garden and secure gated parking for two cars. There are a wealth of period features throughout this much loved home conveniently located in the town centre at the top of The Parade, which overlooks the Christchurch Gardens. This is a wonderful opportunity to acquire an apartment in a desirable location.

KEY FEATURES

Ground Floor Entering through the stunning pillared portico of this converted Georgian building you are welcomed with an immaculate and impressive entrance hall where you will find apartment three’s front door to your left.

Space and grandeur continues to impress as you enter the ground floor of this apartment, a spacious hallway provides access to the wonderful kitchen/living room. This room is beautifully presented and creating the perfect place to entertain in this generous living space. Much of the Georgian character can still be felt inside the property today boasting high ceilings with cornicing and ceiling rose, large sash windows and high skirting.

SELLER INSIGHT

“I was looking for somewhere centrally based where I could park my car securely at the weekend and just step out of the front door and walk to wherever I wanted. Leamington was ideal as I could easily commute to Reading at the time and it’s a fairly compact town with lots to see and do within walking distance,” recalls the current owner.

“I was lucky to come across this apartment and when I came to look at the showroom, I put my deposit down there and then! Clarendon court was the Clarendon Hotel up until 1972. The building was then used as offices until it was developed into apartments in 2003/4. I moved into the first apartment in the development in 2004. The original coving and fireplaces remain in place and my living area was originally the bar, whilst my entrance hall was the reception area. I’ve enjoyed using my interior design skills to redecorate throughout regularly.”

“I just love the café culture of Leamington which has grown so much since I moved here 16 years ago. There is a great choice of quality restaurants, as well as exclusive little shops and high street names, so everything I need is right here in the town. It’s just a 10-minute walk to the immaculate which is ideal for power walks or lazy strolls admiring the scenery and the recently restored band stand. It’s a beautiful place to be and there’s so many places to walk, run or cycle in the fresh air.”

“Double doors lead out from the main bedroom to the patio area which is the perfect spot to enjoy a glass of wine in the evening in complete privacy. I’ve got plant pots dotted around to add splashes of colour and it really is a lovely little garden area, ideal for relaxing and entertaining. The open plan kitchen / dining / living area is perfect for parties too and I’ve enjoyed hosting numerous New Years Eve celebrations where we’ve danced around and played music as loud as we like. The high ceilings and thick walls of the Georgian building has meant that there’s never been any problems with noise from above or around me.”

“Leamington is the longest I have lived anywhere since leaving home, it is such a friendly and clean place. There is lots to see and do with the live events taking place regularly in some of the bars, as well as The Assembly which has some great bands on. For me, it has had everything I needed on my doorstep,”

* These comments are the personal views of the current owner and are included as an in- sight into life at the property. They have not been independently verified, should not be relied on without verification and do not necessarily reflect the views of the agent.

Lower Ground Floor Bedroom two is also a good size and comfortably holds a double bed. From the hallway, you are given access to the lower ground floor which again is spacious and light and provides all of the three bedrooms and a family bathroom. Bedroom three is currently being used as a small gym area but would hold a single bed and possibly even a double. The master bedroom is a generous size to hold free standing wardrobes. The ensuite has a fitted double shower cubicle, toilet and basin. The French doors offer access to the The Family bathroom continues to impress and provides a bath with shower above, toilet delightful courtyard terrace which is a rare bonus to find in the town centre. and basin.

KEY FEATURES

Outside The outside space of this apartment is superb providing two secure parking spaces at the rear, accessed through double electric gates from Guy Street.

A real benefit is the lovely courtyard terrace where you can relax, wine and dine. The courtyard terrace can be accessed from the master bedroom or conveniently the private gate from the parade.

You also have Christchurch Gardens across the road which can be seen from the apartment. Its a lovely small and quiet park with seating and a tennis court.

LOCAL AREA

George House is situated on the distinguished Parade in Royal Leamington Spa which runs through the centre of the town. In Leamington Spa, you will find an array of good shopping, wonderful bars and restaurants and great schooling both state and private. Renowned for its Victorian painted stucco villas and beautiful regency houses, much of the charm of nineteenth-century planning can still be found in and around the town which is known as the Bath of the Midlands.

Access to the Midlands motorway network including M40 & M42 is close by via junctions 13 & 15. Trains into London Marylebone are from Leamington station and Birmingham International Airport is only half an hour away.

In 2015 the historic town of Leamington Spa was voted the third best place to live in the UK by the Times national newspaper and in 2017 the paper named Leamington the happiest place to live. In 2018 the Times named neighbouring County town the best place to live in the UK so the area as a whole is becoming highly desirable and sort after. Many people are drawn to the area by the excellent schooling facilities available, shops, parks and surrounding countryside. After a visit to the town it was granted a Royal prefix in 1838 by Queen Victoria and was renamed Royal Leamington Spa from Leamington Priors.

The town is split by the which runs east to west through the town. It was on these banks that the Pump Rooms were built for people to bathe in salty spa water to heal their ailments. As a previous Britain in bloom winner, the town has several key parks including Jephson Gardens, Victoria Park, Royal Pump Room Gardens, Mill gardens, The Dell and Newbold Comyn.

The town is renowned for its excellent schooling facilities. Within easy reach are state, grammar and private schools to suit most requirements including Warwick Prep and Public Schools and Kings High School for Girls. Arnold Lodge School and Kingsley School for Girls in Leamington, The Croft Prep School and grammar schools are in Stratford-upon Avon. Leamington Spa is also just seven miles from the world-famous Warwick University. Warwick Parkway, Leamington Spa and offer direct rail services to London in just over an hour and Birmingham in twenty-six minutes.

INFORMATION

Services Mains Electricity, water & drainage

Local Authority Council.

Council Tax Band F

Viewing Arrangements Strictly via the vendor’s sole agents Fine & Country on 01926 455950.

Leasehold 125 years from 5th January 2005, 110 years remaining.

Maintenance charge £3,200 per annum

Website For more information visit www.fineandcountry.com/uk/ Leamington-Spa

Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 9.00 am - 5.30 pm Saturday 9.00 am - 4.30 pm Sunday By appointment only

Directions From our office on the Parade head north up The Parade to the top and the property is the last one on your right at the top of the parade.

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