Property over £150,000

Luxury Penthouse Suites, Castle Gardens, Thurso
Prices:
Offers around £235,000 for the middle penthouse
Offers around £245,000 for the end penthouse



Living Area and Exterior


 

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Luxury Penthouse Suites, Castle Gardens, Thurso  

The Property
Described by residents as unique and of very high quality, this presents an opportunity to purchase a home in a friendly and up-market development. There are 2 penthouse suites currently available, as well as 4 mid-level apartments. The development consists of sixteen apartments and penthouses, each wing housing eight apartments complete with elevator. Each apartment has its own designated private parking and there are breathtaking panoramic views of Thurso and surrounding areas.

Finished to an exceptional standard throughout, accommodation consists of open plan lounge and study area with glazed balcony, kitchen and dining area, bathroom, utility room, W.C. and three bedrooms.

All apartments offer en-suite shower rooms to the master bedroom. The apartments benefit from mains gas under floor heating which creates natural warmth with the absence of obtrusive radiators: This creates additional wall and floor space giving freedom of design with improved comfort and economy. In keeping with the theme of economy and efficiency, windows are low maintenance aluminium/timber composite incorporating Idigbo hardwood and double-glazed with low-e glass fitted as standard to reduce heat loss.

The southeast aspect of the living areas makes the best possible use of the available sunlight and heat.

The surrounding grounds have been landscaped and include young trees and shrubbery which further enhance and compliment the striking appearance of the development.

Bedroom- Executive Apartment, Castle Gardens, ThursoMike Lunan along with is wife Peggy, the first resident in the Apartments is enthusiastic about the property. He says that “The Apartments are unique and of very high quality. Where a problem has arisen, the builders have fixed it straight away”.

Peggy is equally happy saying, “It is rather nice that you can walk to everything that you need. We hardly used the car for the first three months as the property is in an ideal location with, for instance, the doctor’s surgery just across the way”.

 


The executive suites are split over three levels.

Lounge - Executive Apartment, Castle Gardens, ThursoUpper Level:
Kitchen / Dining area: 6.24m x 3.67m
Master Bedroom: 4.50m x 3.58m

Mid Level:
Lounge: 6.27m x 5.50m
Study: 2.40m x 3.15m
Sunspace: 3.60m x 2.00m

Lower Level:
Bedroom 2: 3.63m x 3.60m
Bedroom 3: 3.67m x 3.60m
Bathroom: 3.14m x 2.34m
Utility Room: 1.73m x 2.34m


Sunspace - Executive Apartment, Castle Gardens, ThursoFor your security all apartments have a call entry system linked to the stairwell. For your convenience and to prevent a proliferation of aerials and satellite dishes, a master antenna television system is also provided.

A factor will be appointed to co-ordinate all mandatory maintenance and service requirements. These will include, amongst others, fire alarm testing, lift maintenance, external landscaping etc. The purchasers will be jointly responsible for meeting these costs which will be reviewed on an annual basis.


Dining/kitchen - Executive Apartment, Castle Gardens, ThursoAudrey Herrick, another resident, just couldn’t resist the lure of the property. She says: - “I love my flat and I can walk to everything that I need to and, inside, the properties have everything you need to hand.
She remarks on the friendliness of the other residents and jokes that: - “We are now the ‘ladies who lunch’ and I couldn’t be happier with my neighbours.

 


Entrance Hallway
The Entrance Hallway provides access to the lounge and WC and has a useful storage cupboard.

Lounge
The 1.5 storey ceiling height provides a feeling of space which is a feature of the main lounge. The high ceilings are complimented by the glazed balcony which bathes the room in natural light and provides panoramic views. TV and telephone points are provided.

Dining Area/Study Area
This area with a window to the front elevation completes the main lounge and can be used as a dining area, study or home office.

Glazed Balcony
The Glazed Balcony extends the living area and allows residents to enjoy spectacular panoramic views.

Upper Stairway
A stairway with recessed lighting provides access to the upper level comprising kitchen/dining area and the master bedroom. A mains smoke alarm is provided.

Kitchen/Dining
The kitchen with 2/3 windows has an open aspect into the lounge area to the front and has a fully fitted designer kitchen. Neff fitted appliances are provided including an eye level stainless steel oven, 4 ring gas hob and stainless steel extractor hood. There is a stainless steel 1.5 bowl sink with chrome mixer taps and choice of ceramic wall tiles. A smoke detector and carbon monoxide alarm are located in the kitchen. There is also ample space for informal dining.

Kitchen/Dining - Executive Apartment, Castle Gardens, ThursoBedroom - Executive Apartment, Castle Gardens, Thurso

Master Bedroom
The Master Bedroom has a window to the rear elevation and space for fitted wardrobes. TV and telephone points are also provided. This bedroom contains an en-suite Shower Room with contemporary white sanitary ware comprising W.C., wash hand basin and corner shower cubicle with thermostatically controlled power shower, wall mounted towel warmer, extractor fan and shaver light.

Lower Stairway
The lower stairway complete with recessed lighting provides access to the lower hallway which leads to the bathroom, utility room, 2 bedrooms and additional escape route to the common stairwell. There is a large fully shelved storage cupboard and a further cupboard which houses the water tank. Mains smoke and carbon monoxide detectors are provided.

Bedroom 2
Bedroom 2 has a window to the rear elevation and space for fitted wardrobes. TV and telephone points are provided.

Bedroom 3
Bedroom 3 has a window to the side elevation and space for fitted wardrobes. TV and telephone points are provided.

Bathroom - Executive Apartment, Castle Gardens, ThursoBathroom
The Bathroom is fitted with contemporary white sanitary ware consisting of a W.C., wall mounted wash hand basin, double shower cubicle with thermostatically controlled power shower and separate bath with chrome mixer taps. There is a hardwood storage unit, extractor fan, shaver socket and electric towel warmer.

Utility Room
The Utility Room, with a window to the rear elevation, has high quality storage units, stainless steel sink with mixer tap and drainer. The design incorporates an area for a washing machine and a condensing tumble drier is provided. The central heating boiler is enclosed within a storage unit in this room. A choice of ceramic tiles is available.

Extras
Apartment 16 is being sold with all floor coverings, curtains and blinds.

Heating
Gas fired underfloor heating.

Glazing
Double glazed low maintenance aluminium/timber composite windows.

Factoring
A factoring charge will be determined on an annual basis.

Warranty
NHBC 10 Year Buildmark Scheme.

Entry
By mutual agreement.

POST CODE
KW14 7GZ Click here for a map!

COUNCIL TAX

Band E

PRICE
Offers around £245,000 for the end penthouse and £235,000 for the middle penthouse to be lodged with the selling agents, Georgesons.

VIEWING
By appointment via Georgesons 01955 606060 or 01847 892225

Prospective purchasers should note:

1 These particulars are subjective for descriptive purposes only and are not an offer to sell, representation or warranty. In addition, potential purchasers must satisfy themselves by their own or their agent' s enquiries:

(a) that any item included in the photographs are included in the sale;

(b) that any measurements given are accurate;

(c) that any use envisaged has all necessary permissions;

(d) that the property described is the same as that described in the title deeds;

2 These particulars do not form any part of a contract of sale unless incorporated within a self proving signed document under the Requirements of Writing (Scotland) Act 1985.

3 The owners reserve the right not to sell or to sell to anyone at any price without giving warning to other interested parties.

REF: BGdW/TL/CGA