Flat for sale in Grand Parade, The Empire, BA2 : Bath : BTH240074

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2 bedroom flat, The Empire, Grand Parade BA2 - Sold STC

sold stc

The Empire, Grand Parade BA2

2 Bedroom | Leasehold | 1 Bath

Guide price £315,000

Bath Spa 0.3 miles

Oldfield Park 1 miles

Bath Abbey 0.1 miles

A very desirable two bedroom apartment with lift access within this iconic central Bath building with a 30 ft balcony overlooking Pulteney Weir and “The Rec”, home of Bath Rugby. Exclusively for purchasers over 50 years of age.

Reception hall • Sitting room • Kitchen • Two bedrooms • Bathroom • South facing 30 ft balcony
Communal dining and reception rooms • Communal roof top gardens

Description
The Empire can only be described as the most impressive apartment building in the heart of Bath. It was originally built as a luxury hotel in 1901 for hotelier Alfred Holland. The roofline of the building has been refurbished and represents the three estates of the realm: a cottage, a manor house, and a castle. In the mid-1990s, it was converted into exclusive apartments.
Residents enjoy the full use of The Empire in the centre of the city with the benefit of a welcoming staff at reception, a cleaning team and maintenance person who look after the running of the building. Situated in a tucked away position on the fifth floor, this apartment is accessed by lift or by the impressive mahogany staircase in the grand entrance hall. Residents enjoy stunning views of Georgian Bath from the ground floor communal lounge and dining space. The delightful garden to the rear of the building is full of colour with places to relax or welcome friends in a secluded setting. There are more facilities on the lower floors including a small gym, guest rooms, laundry, and common rooms.
This beautiful apartment was modernised by the current owner in an elegant classic style with cornice to the rooms and superb built-in wardrobes and storage.
The main living space is impressive as it has views over the River Avon to the river, countryside and city. There are wood framed double glazed doors and windows that lead to the balcony. There are built in shelves and cabinets with a door to the kitchen at the rear. The modern kitchen has fridge/freezer, washing machine and dishwasher built in.
There are two bedrooms and a bathroom. The main bedroom also benefits from a door to the balcony and terrific views. Both bedrooms have ample built-in storage. The bathroom has a bath with shower over alongside the sink unity and vanity storage. There is further storage in the hallway. The property is heated by radiators from an electric boiler.
If you are looking for a luxurious and sociable lifestyle in the heart of Bath, The Empire is the perfect place for you.

Situation
The Empire sits on the side of the River Avon, overlooking the Weir and next to The Bath Abbey, Pulteney Bridge and Weir, ‘The Rec` Rugby ground, Parade Gardens, Waitrose, and other shops and restaurants. The railway station is 0.3miles walk away, providing direct access to London Paddington and Bristol Temple Meads. There are two excellent separate restaurants on the ground floor of the building. The Architect restaurant is highly favoured on the Abbey side of the building and an exciting new restaurant is due to open on the side facing the weir.

Additional Information
Tenure: Leasehold. 125 years from 1995 (96 years remaining). The lease restricts owners from having pets and renting out their apartments on either a long or short term basis
Ground Rent: £838 per annum
Service Charge: £12,306.10 for 2024 (covering January to December)
Management Company: 3Sixty Real Estate
Parking: The property is located in the BANES Central Resident Parking Zone
Council Tax: Band D
EPC: Band C
Viewing: Strictly by appointment with Carter Jonas

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