*VENDOR SUITED TO A CHAIN FREE PROPERTY* A stunning detached part thatched cottage with generous accommodation, garaging and gardens. Situated in a tucked away location enjoying a good deal of privacy and seclusion overlooking adjacent paddocks. Only a short walk to the forest and within easy access of the village centre and all its amenities.
Part double glazed entrance door to lovely reception hall with tiled floor leading through to hallway and understairs storage space with stairs rising to the first floor. From the reception hall door to the sitting room which is a spacious relaxing room with beamed ceiling, brick fireplace with inset woodburner and double glazed windows to dual aspects.
There is a study of a good size again with ceiling beams and double aspect with double glazed windows. In addition, a family/cinema room with double glazed window overlooking adjacent paddocks.
There is a stunning kitchen/diner/family room which is of an excellent size with inset woodburner to the family area, window, French doors and bi-fold doors opening to the patio and garden. Suitable dining area leads into the lovely kitchen with large island unit providing suitable breakfast bar with wine cooler under. Range of drawers and cupboards under contrasting worktops. Appliances comprise inset cooker range with extractor above; built-in upright fridge/freezer and adjacent fridge, dishwasher. There is a double deepware sink with double glazed window above and double glazed windows to the side overlooking the garden. The excellent tiled flooring continues throughout this room.
A door leads to the utility room where there is space and plumbing for washing machine and tumble dryer with deepware sink and cupboard housing the Potterton boiler. Excellent range of floor to ceiling built-in cupboards to one wall and door to a good size cloakroom with wash hand basin and low level w.c.
To the first floor is a split level landing leading to the master bedroom which has two areas providing suitable dressing and study area. Windows to two aspects. Adjacent bathroom comprises large walk-in shower, his and hers sink unit and low level w.c.
There is a feature skylight window on the landing.
Three further bedrooms and additional bathroom with roll top bath on claw feet, wash hand basin and low level w.c.
In addition there is a large walk-in attic room/bedroom 5.
Outside set in approximately half an acre plot with double gates opening to a sweeping driveway in front of the property with good size adjacent lawn and summer chalet. Access to both sides of the property with south facing patio to one side leading through to the rear garden which is again of a good size, laid predominantly to lawn with chicken run and shed to one corner.
There is a large detached double garage/workshop with double roller doors. Windows and doors to rear aspect and door to workshop.
NOTE:
1. Extensive underfloor heating system in the hall, kitchen and utility room with 3 separate thermostat controls.
2. Water softener plumbed in.
3. Septic tank with aerobic treatment pumps that uses oxygen to treat waste more effectively.
4. The garage is fully cavity wall insulated
5. Alarm system throughout inc fire alarms also wired into the system.
EPC RATING: Current ~ C70 Potential ~ C76
COUNCIL TAX BAND: G
SERVICES: Mains water, electricity and gas. Private drainage.
HEATING: Gas fired central heating.
BROADBAND: Superfast up to 65 mbps download (Ofcom)
Before the tenancy starts (payable to Hayward Fox Lymington (the Agent))
Holding Deposit: One week’s rent. This is to reserve a property. Please Note: This will be withheld if any relevant person (including any guarantor(s)) withdraw from the tenancy, fail a Right-to-Rent check, provide materially significant false or misleading information, or fail to sign their tenancy agreement (and / or Deed of Guarantee) within 15 calendar days (or other Deadline for Agreement as mutually agreed in writing).
Deposit: 5 weeks rent
During the tenancy (payable to the Agent)
Unpaid Rent: Interest at 3% above the Bank of England Base Rate from Rent Due Date until paid in order to pursue non-payment of rent. Please Note: This will not be levied until the rent is more than 14 days in arrears.
Lost Keys or other security device: Tenants are liable to the actual cost of replacing any lost key(s) or other security device(s). If the loss results in locks needing to be changed, the actual costs of a locksmith, new lock and replacement keys for the tenant, landlord any other persons requiring keys will be charged to the tenant. If extra costs are incurred there will be a charge of £ 15 per hour (inc. VAT) for the time taken replacing lost key(s) or other security device(s).
Variation of Contract (Tenant’s Request): £ 50 (inc. VAT) per agreed variation. To cover the costs associated with taking landlord’s instructions as well as the preparation and execution of new legal documents.
Change of Sharer (Tenant’s Request): £ 50 (inc. VAT) per replacement tenant or any reasonable costs incurred if higher. To cover the costs associated with taking landlord’s instructions, new tenant referencing and Right-to-Rent checks, deposit registration as well as the preparation and execution of new legal documents.
Early Termination (Tenant’s Request): Should the tenant wish to leave their contract early; they shall be liable to the landlord’s costs in re-letting the property as well as all rent due under the tenancy until the start date of the replacement tenancy. These costs will be no more than the maximum amount of rent outstanding on the tenancy.
During the tenancy (payable to the provider) if permitted and applicable
Utilities: gas, electricity, water
Communications: telephone and broadband Installation of cable/satellite
Subscription to cable/satellite supplier
Television licence
Council Tax
Other permitted payments
Any other permitted payments, not included above, under the relevant legislation including contractual damages.
Tenant protection
Hayward Fox is a member of ARLA Propertymark CMP, which is a client money protection scheme, and also a member of The Property Ombudsman Scheme ( which is a redress scheme. You can find out more details on the agent’s website or by contacting the agent directly.
Rental payments
Rents are payable in advance by standing order with all payments being made 72 hours prior to your rent due date to allow for clearance.
Landlord Fees
Tenant Find: 60% of first months rent, minimum £ 594 (inc VAT)
