For Sale3 Bedroom Flat in Eastern Parade, Southsea, PO4£500,000

A stunning penthouse apartment with beautiful interiors and a balcony overlooking the sea. Built in 1910 and situated in an idyllic seafront setting, this beautiful apartment forms part of Mountbatten, an imposing Edwardian detached residence occupied by Lord George Mountbatten as his principal residence from 1918 to 1922. The building was one of the first on Eastern Parade and was sympathetically converted into five luxury apartments in 2017. Situated within a gated community, Flat 5 offers a modern living space with a seamless mix of Edwardian architecture and contemporary aesthetics throughout the interior, exuding both charm and modernity. The penthouse apartment offers ... sqft of overall spacious and well-appointed accommodation. The open-concept layout creates a welcoming flow from the spacious living area to the dining and kitchen spaces, bathed in natural light. The kitchen is equipped with a range of integrated appliances and stylish finishes and can enjoy stunning sea views. A private balcony extends from the living area offering uninterrupted views over the Solent waters and the Isle of Wight, it’s an ideal retreat for morning coffee or evening cocktails. The panoramic vistas provide a serene backdrop to every day, creating a personal escape that feels both intimate and expansive. The master bedroom features fitted wardrobes and boasts an en-suite bathroom. There are two further bedrooms and a family bathroom, one of which is situated on the first floor just off the entrance hall. Outside Remote controlled gates lead to a large walled turning and parking area, with allocated parking spaces for each of the five apartments, Flat 5 benefitting from 2 allocated spaces. There is also a discreet bin storage area, bicycle storage and well-maintained landscaped borders. Steps lead up to the apartment’s private front door. Situation The impressive building is situated in a sought-after location just moments from the beach. Close by is a canoe lake, several cafes and a mini golf course, along with the promenade and south parade pier. The local area is steeped in history, with attractions such as the Portsmouth Historic Dockyard, Nelson’s HMS Victory, the Mary Rose Museum, D-Day Story, Southsea Castle and Old Portsmouth providing excellent options for a family day out. Central Portsmouth with its high street shops, superstores and Gunwharf Quays Shopping Outlet is approximately 3.5 miles and the city is well-served by highly regarded schools. Fratton and Portsmouth and Southsea mainline train stations have services to London Waterloo (approx. 90 minutes) as well as Southampton and Cardiff. The Isle of Wight is also easily accessible from ferry and Hovercraft terminals, both within 3 miles of the property. Property Ref Number: HAM-57310 Additional Information Lease Term: 999 yrs from 1st Jan 2017 Current Service Charge: £600 paid every quarter Portsmouth City Council, Band D All Mains Services Additional information - Penthouse Apartment - Master Bedroom with En-Suite - Family Bathroom - Open Plan Living Space - Kitchen - Balcony - Secure Gated Parking - Sea Views - Total of approx. 1676 sq ft Key information Council Tax Band: D Tenure: Leasehold Leasehold Information: - Number of years left on lease: 990 years - Annual service charge: Contact branch - Annual ground rent: £600 - Annual ground rent review period: Contact branch - Ground rent increase: Contact branch