Summary - 2 Winsom Court, Chapel Street TR26 2LR
2 bed 1 bath Flat
Characterful two-bedroom bolt‑hole near harbour, ideal for short-lets or weekend retreats.
Top-floor two-bedroom flat with vaulted ceiling and exposed beams
Open-plan living/kitchen; rooftop views across St Ives
Proven short-let (Airbnb) history; suitable for investors or second homes
518 sq ft — compact layout, limited internal space
Leasehold with 961 years remaining; ground rent nominal (£1)
Sold by online auction — buyer pays Reservation Fee and BIP charge
No central heating system present; electric heaters assumed
Medium flood risk and area has above-average crime rates
Set on the top floor of a traditional stone building in central St Ives, this compact two-bedroom flat offers bright, characterful living with vaulted ceilings, exposed beams and rooftop views. The open-plan living/dining/kitchen has been sympathetically modernised and has proven popular as a short‑let, making it suitable for investors, second‑home buyers or a coastal bolt‑hole.
Practical details matter: the property is leasehold (961 years remaining) and will be sold by online auction. Bidders should allow for the auction process costs—buyer’s non‑refundable Reservation Fee (4.5% of the purchase price, min. £6,600) and a £349 Buyer Information Pack fee—plus optional service fees if used. Council tax is very low and ground rent is nominal (£1).
The building dates from the 1950s–60s with timber framing and partial insulation assumed; double glazing was installed before 2002. There is no central heating system installed, so electric heaters are assumed to be relied on. The area is classified as deprived with above‑average crime and a medium flood risk; these are important for long‑term lettings, insurance and personal safety considerations.
Overall this is a compact, characterful city‑centre apartment that trades on location, period features and proven short‑let demand. It suits a buyer who understands auction purchase terms, accepts some retrofit and maintenance needs (heating, insulation and older glazing), and values proximity to St Ives’ shops, harbour and beaches.
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