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Glista Mill, Skipton
£229,500
ONE OF THE MOST AMAZING PROPERTIES IN
SKIPTON TOWN CENTRE! - A FABULOUS 'DETACHED
HOUSE IN THE SKY' OCCUPYING THE GLISTA MILL
TOWER, THIS TRULY STUNNING APARTMENT SPANS
OVER THREE FLOORS WITH 360 DEGREES SKYLARK
VIEWS OVER THE CANAL AND TOWN. BEAUTIFULLY
PRESENTED THROUGHOUT, THIS IS A HOME IN A
MILLION, WELL WORTH AN INTERNAL INSPECTION.
Converted by Novo Homes in 2008/09, Glista Mill is a fine
example of retaining Victorian architecture and combining
it with a contemporary style of living. There are 65 luxury
apartments within the mill, in a secure and convenient
central location, with underground parking and a canalside
terrace for the sole use of residents. The 'jewel in the
crown' of their mill conversion was the Tower Apartment,
number 65 - an amazing property with the wow factor as
soon as you walk in.
65 Glista Mill Skipton BD23 1FL
Know n as the 'Gatew ay to the Dales', Skipton is a thriv ing and
historic market tow n on the edge of the stunning Yorkshire Dales
National Park, w ith strong agricultural connections and a
magnif icent castle dating back to the 11th Century. Its colourful
High Street hosts a market four days a w eek on the cobbled setts,
along w ith a w ide choice of shops, restaurants and public houses.
The Leeds-Liverpool Canal runs through the tow n w ith its pretty
tow path w alks and for families there is an excellent choice of
schooling at both Pr imary and Secondary level. Small w onder that
in 2014 Skipton w as voted by The Sunday Times as the best place
to live in Br itain, receiving commendations for its "ideal
combination of low crime rates, top-class schools and great
transport links", and in 2017 the Office of National Statistics
revealed that Skipton is off icially the happiest place to live in the
UK!
OUTSIDE On the canalside of the building is the Glista Mill Terrace - an
attractive paved terrace with seating areas solely for the use of Glista Mill
occupiers, from where there is direct access to the pretty canal towpath with
its colourful array of boats chugging by. The towpath provides a pleasant
short level walk into the town centre. In the Basement Garage of Glista Mill,
there is SECURE PARKING, with one space per apartment, accessed by a
key fob barrier system.
SERVICES Mains electricity, water and drainage are installed. The property
is heated by Farho environmentally friendly and energy efficient radiators
(fitted in 2014 with a 10 year guarantee) which can be controlled remotely
from a smart phone, tablet, laptop or computer. The apartment is wired for
Sky TV and there is an integral multi -source audio and video system with
ceiling speakers in the living area, kitchen, bedroom and bathroom.
EPC The EPC was carried out in 2008, since when the owner has installed
the modern energy-efficient heaters which has considerably reduced
heating bills. The owner is happy to make the bills available for any
interested party to view.
TENURE The tenure of the property is leasehold on a 999 year lease from
1st January 2008 to Rushbond Ltd at a ground rent of £200 pa. The current
service charge for Apartment 65 for the year 01/01/2018 to 01/01/2019 is
£370.14 per quarter which includes internal and external maintenance of
common parts including lifts, car park and terrace, window cleaning and
buildings insurance.
PLEASE NOTE The extent of the property and its boundaries are subject to
verification by inspection of the title deeds. The measurements in these
particulars are approximate and have been provided for guidance purposes
only. The fixtures, fittings and appliances have not been tested and
therefore no guarantee can be given that they are in working order. The
internal photographs used in these particulars are reproduced for general
information and it cannot be inferred that any item is included in the sale.
MONEY LAUNDERING REGULATIONS Money Laundering Regulations
(Introduced June 2017). To enable us to comply with the expanded Money
Laundering Regulations we are required to obtain identification from
prospective buyers once a price and terms have been agreed on a
purchase. Buyers are asked to please assi st with this so that there is no
delay in agreeing a sale.
COUNCIL TAX This property is in Council Tax Band C. For further details
please visit the Craven District Council website.
VIEWING ARRANGEMENTS We would be pleased to arrange a viewing
for you. Please contact Dale Eddison's Skipton office. Our opening hours
are:-
Monday to Friday: 9.00am - 5.30pm
Saturday: 9.00am - 4.00pm
Sunday: 11.00am - 3.00pm
DIRECTIONS From our Skipton Office, bear right at the roundabout at the
lower end of the High Street and then right again onto Swadford Street.
Proceed over Belmont Bridge and then across the mini -roundabout. The
turning into Glista Mill is then the next on the right-hand side.
Glista Mill, situated on Broughton Road, is a two minute level walk from the
railway station (direct trains to Leeds & Bradford) and supermarkets, a five
minute level walk to the High Street (either on the canal towpath or
pavement) and Bus Station, and is also close to Airevil le Park with its
recreation areas, swimming pool and gymnasium. Accessed either by a
modern lift or by a staircase, Apartment 65 occupies the three floors in the
tower and has a video intercom system for visitor entry. Heating is provided
by energy-efficient Farho electric panel radiators, installed by the owner in
2014, and the windows throughout are double glazed. There is an integral
multi-source audio and video system and there are stunning floor-to-ceiling
arched windows giving a wonderful feeling of living in the sky! The
accommodation is described in brief below, with approximate room sizes:-
GROUND FLOOR Main door access to Glista Mill, leading to a
RECEPTION AREA with post room and lift or staircase access to the upper
floors, as well as a staircase down to the basement level.
LEVEL 4 - APARTMENT 65
VESTIBULE Fitted shelving. Wood structure laminate oak-effect flooring.
RECEPTION HALL Two large windows to the east. Electric panel radiator.
Floor-to-ceiling fitted cloaks cupboards with shelving. Useful understairs
walk-in storage area with Zanussi freezer and Zanussi washer-dryer. Wood
structure laminate oak-effect flooring. Open return staircase to:-
LEVEL FIVE
LANDING Fabulous east-facing arched window. Open staircase to next
floor.
SITTING/DINING AREA 18' 10" x 17' (5.74m x 5.18m) - a truly wonderful
room with floor-to-ceiling arched windows to two sides giving stunning views
over the canal and town, plus a south-facing arched window. Four electric
panel radiators. Wood structure laminate oak-effect flooring. Panasonic 42"
wall mounted T.V. Downlighting. Open to:-
KITCHEN AREA 9' 10" x 7' 02" (3m x 2.18m) Smart range of black high
gloss wall and base units with "eau de nil" worktops incorporating stainless
steel 1½ bowl sink unit. Integrated appliances comprise:- Electrolux single
oven; four-ring ceramic hob; extractor hood; Electrolux microwave; Tricity
Bendix fridge; Tricity Bendix dishwasher. Breakfast bar across floor-to-
ceiling arched window, plus south-facing arched window. Wood structure
laminate oak-effect flooring.
LEVEL SIX
LANDING Open spindle balustrade.
BEDROOM 19' 05" x 14' 08" (5.92m x 4.47m) - a truly magnificent split-
level bedroom taking in the contours of the roof with four roof windows.
Sliding doors give access to fitted wardrobes and shelved storage in the
eaves space. Panasonic wall -mounted T.V. Two electric panel radiators.
Downlighting. Door to:-
BATHROOM Three piece white suite comprising:- bath with overhead
shower and glass shower sreen; low suite w.c. with concealed cistern; hand
basin set into vanity shelving with large mirror. Heated towel rail. Airing
cupboard with hot water cylinder and linen shelving. Roof window. Shaver
point. Sensor lighting.
IMPORTANT: we would like to inform prospecti ve purchasers that these sales particulars have been prepared as a general guide onl y. A detailed survey has not been carried out, nor the servi ces, appliances and fittings tested. R oom sizes should not be relied upon for furnishing
purposes and are approximate. If floor plans are included, they are for guidance onl y and illustration purposes onl y and may not be to scale. If there are any important matters li kel y to affec t your decision to buy, please contact us before viewing the property.
SKIPTON OFFICE
84 High Street
Skipton
BD23 1JH
01756 630555