An opportunity for a rare unique FURNISHED property in rural Biddulph Moor. This 2 bed stone cottage has beautiful views and superb period features. There is a modern kitchen, large open plan lounge/diner, converted cellar and wine cellar, 2 double bedrooms, modern bathroom and converted loft space. Gorgeous feature of a first floor balcony!! Off road parking for at least two vehicles. Call us now to book a viewing to see this stunning cottage for yourself so you can really appreciate what it has to offer!! The property is EPC Exempt.
Mobile coverage by Three, Vodafone, EE, O2
Broadband Networks in the area – Open Reach
Highest available Download Speed – Standard 2Mbps, Superfast 52Mbps
Highest available upload Speed – Standard 0.4Mbps, Superfast 9Mbps

Due to high number of enquiries, please email or telephone to book a viewing only if you meet our referencing criteria:
1. You/Your family income is 2.5 times the rent (ie £27,000 per annum for rent of £900pcm). If you do not earn this, then you will need a guarantor earning 3 times the rent (ie. £32,400pa for £900pcm rent)
2. You have a clear credit history ie: no County Court Judgments, Debt Relief Orders, Individual Voluntary Arrangements, or Bankruptcy Orders
Unfortunately, we will not be able to offer you a viewing or application form for this house, if you do not meet these criteria.

The cottage comprises of:

KITCHEN 3.24m x 4.53m (10'7" x 14'10")
Enter from the side door to the property into the modern kitchen. Fitted with a range of modern wall and base units, this kitchen has an integrated electric oven and a hob, with this being on a side island with extractor hood above. It is offered with white goods of a fridge/freezer, dishwasher and washing machine. There's also a small breakfast bar with two bar stools so that you can have company whilst producing your culinary delights.

LOUNGE/DINER 10.20m x 4.20m (33'5" x 13'9")
Just WOW! Large spacious room which is split into the lounge and dining area.
The lounge has a focal point of a stone chimney breast with inset log burner and is set with a large L shape settee, pouffe, coffee table and welsh dresser. With the tile floor, stone walls and beamed ceilings this room takes you back in time and offers a calming space to relax in of an evening.
The dining area gives access to the stairs to the cellar and the stairs to the first floor and has a beautiful wood floor. It is set with a dining table and chairs, for family mealtimes or entertaining.
The room has stunning views from all the windows.

CELLAR 4.52m x 3.93 (14'9" x 12'10")
MAN CAVE ALERT! Accessed from the dining area down stairs, the cellar has its own settee and TV and a pool table. The wine cellar is also found here to keep your favourite tipple chilled.

STAIRS and LANDING
The stairs are carpeted with beautiful wood and iron work balustrade and lead to the landing. The landing has a wooden floor and gives access to both bedrooms, the bathroom and the stairs to the loft space.

MASTER BEDROOM 4.12m x 3.21m (13'6" x 10'6")
A spacious double bedroom with spectacular views across the moor. Continuation of the wooden flooring with a built in wardrobe/store cupboard. Imagine chilling on your bed with a cuppa on a lazy Sunday morning, soaking up the spectacular views.

BEDROOM 2 3.79m x 2.59m (12'5" x 8'5")
This smaller double bedroom has the advantage of a small dressing room too. As you enter the room you will find storage cupboards and then the room opens out to offer ample space for your bed and furniture. The room is lovely and bright as there's plenty of natural light from the two windows and the door to the balcony.

BATHROOM 2.48m x 1.47m (8'1" x 4'9")
This modern bathroom is fully tiled and is fitted with a 3 piece suite of WC, wash hand basin and bath. The bath has a shower above and is fitted with a glass screen. A lovely modern space in the cottage to soak the days stress away in the bath or flow away under the shower.

LOFT SPACE 3.37m x 2.13m (11'0" x 6'11")
This is accessed from its own stairs and is converted to offer that extra storage area. The room does have restricted height.

FIRST FLOOR BALCONY
This is a great space to enjoy the spectacular views of the moor. With an outdoor table and chairs set and also wooden seating, it's the ideal spot to enjoy that cheeky chilled one after a stressful day or perfect for those summer evenings of entertaining, whilst soaking up the stunning views.

EXTERIOR
There is a small low maintenance garden area to the side of the property which allows for gas store, bin storage and log store.

PARKING
There is off road parking for 2 vehicles directly opposite the cottage.

Please note that this property is not on mains gas.

Deposit £950 Council Tax Band D Staffordshire Moorlands EPC Exempt

Minimum 6 month tenancy term
Holding Deposit would be at £207. If your application is successful it would be used towards your move in monies.

Tenant Charges
In addition to paying the rent, you may also be required to make the following payments permitted under the Tenant Fees Act 2019.

Before the tenancy starts (payable to Belvoir Stoke-on-Trent, ‘the Agent’)
Holding Deposit: Equivalent to one week’s rent (annual rent divided by 52). This will be withheld if any relevant person (including any guarantor(s)) withdraws from the tenancy, fails a Right-to-Rent check, provides materially significant or false or misleading information, or fails to sign their tenancy agreement and if relevant a guarantor agreement, within 15 calendar days (or other Deadline for Agreement as mutually agreed in writing).
Deposit: Payable before the start of the tenancy and held under a Government approved scheme for the duration of the agreement. It will be repaid in full provided all tenancy obligations have been fulfilled. The deposit will be subject to a maximum of five weeks’ rent for an annual rent of up to £50,000 and a maximum of six weeks’ rent for and annual rent over £50,000.
Unpaid Rent during the tenancy (payable to the Agent)
Payment of interest at 3% above the Bank of England Base Rate for late payment of rent from the due date until paid. (Not charged until the rent is more than 14 days overdue)
During the tenancy if permitted and applicable
Utilities – gas, electricity, water and sewerage
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, for breaches of contract or under the relevant legislation including contractual damages.
These may include:
Lost Keys – The actual cost of replacing lost keys or other security device. If the loss results in locks needing to be changed, the actual costs of a locksmith, new lock and replacement keys will be charged to the tenant.
Variation of a contract at the Tenant’s request – To cover the costs of taking Landlord’s instructions and execution of new contact capped at £50.00 inc VAT or reasonable costs if higher.
Adding or removing a Tenant at the Tenant’s request, with the Landlord’s approval – To cover the costs of taking Landlord’s instructions, new tenant referencing and Right-to-Rent checks, deposit registration and execution of new tenancy agreement capped at £50 inc VAT (per replacement tenant or any reasonable costs incurred if higher).
Early termination costs – This does not give a right to terminate a tenancy earlier than the end of the fixed term and any request will be considered on a case by case basis. If the Tenant is granted permission to terminate the contract early, the tenant shall be liable to the Landlord’s reasonable costs in re-letting the property including rent due under the tenancy until the start date of the replacement tenancy.

Tenant Protection
Belvoir Stoke-on-Trent is a member of Safe Agent Client Money Protection Scheme which is a client money protection scheme, and also a member of The Property Ombudsman which is a redress scheme. You can find out more details on our website or by contacting us directly. Please also ask us for Tenant Income Protection that is designed to protect your income should the unforeseen happen.

Disclaimer - We endeavour to make our particulars accurate and reliable, however, they do not constitute or form part of an offer or any contract and none is to be relied upon as statements of representation or fact. Any services, systems and appliances listed in this specification have not been tested by us and no guarantee as to their operating ability or efficiency is given. All measurements have been taken as a guide to prospective tenants only and are not precise. If you require clarification or further information on any points, please contact us, especially if you are travelling some distance to view.
EPC rating: Exempt.