Perfectly positioned in the sought-after village of Hordle, this spacious (130 sqm) well presented semi-detached home offers generous living space featuring three/four bedrooms, a spacious sitting room and a lovely recently refurbished kitchen/breakfast room and three toilets in total! Outside, the property enjoys off-road parking, a garage (currently used as a gym/storage) and a bird loving west facing rear garden. This property offers space, comfort, practicality and kerb appeal and is an excellent opportunity for those seeking space and convenience, in a peaceful yet accessible location.
THE GROUND FLOOR
A step leads up to the front door which opens into an enclosed porch which in turn leads into the entrance hall where there is a staircase to the first floor as well as a useful and deep under stairs storage cupboard, cloakroom and shower room which includes an additional exit door. The wall mounted gas fired boiler (recently renewed and installed) provides domestic hot water and central heating.
On the other side of the hall, a door leads into the beautifully appointed kitchen/breakfast room which enjoys a part-vaulted ceiling with a Velux window allowing for light to flood in. The kitchen is fitted with a modern range of floor and wall-mounted units incorporating an electric oven with a Zanussi four-ring gas hob and extractor above, ceramic sink, fitted space saving dishwasher, plumbing for a washing machine and space for a fridge/freezer and breakfast table.
The spacious sitting room enjoys a feature gas flame effect fire and double doors giving access to the west-facing rear garden.
The large dining room is currently used as a home office and equally could be a fourth bedroom, which overlooks the rear garden. The living areas are carpeted throughout with a wool-blend carpeting. The kitchen and bathrooms/WCs are all tiled floors.
THE FIRST FLOOR
The staircase leads up to the landing where there are three bedrooms; the main bedroom enjoys a fitted double wardrobe as well as an en suite cloakroom having a WC and vanity unit.
Bedroom two has a bank of built in wardrobes and a Velux window to the rear, and bedroom three is a good sized single room.
The family bathroom is fitted with a modern suite comprising a panelled bath and shower over, WC and wash basin.
On the landing, there is an airing cupboard together with a further storage cupboard and an access hatchway to the roof space.
OUTSIDE
The garden is lawned with well stocked borders designed to be a haven for birds. To the right of the house, there is parking for two cars and the garage with up-and-over door. There is also a side door to the garage accessed from the garden, power/light connected.
The garden is fully enclosed by a combination of wall and fence panels making it safe for pets and giving a good deal of privacy. Well-stocked flowerbeds filled with a mix of flowering plants, shrubs, and a mini cherry and pear tree add to this bird friendly garden. Additionally, the garden benefits from a large timber shed which could also be used as a summer house.
EPC RATING: Current ~ C69 Potential ~ B85
COUNCIL TAX BAND: E
SERVICES: Mains water, electricity, gas and drainage.
BROADBAND: Ultrafast up to 1000 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)
