Available now for a 6 month let, a delightful, 2 bedroom, end of terrace, period, rural, cottage with a separate studio, a pretty garden and parking. A few minutes from Petworth.

DESCRIPTION
Available now for a 6 month let, 1 Egdean Cottages is a delightful, period, end of terrace property that is full of character and charm and is approached over a short driveway, through a wooden gate to a private parking area. The cottage is presented in good order and has been tastefully decorated throughout. On entering at the rear through a part glazed back door, the kitchen/breakfast room is well arranged with a range of wall and base units, a solid wood worktop, cream tiled splash backs and a ceramic butlers sink. There is a five ring gas hob with extractor above, an electric double oven below, and an integrated dishwasher and fridge. The sitting room has an attractive fireplace fitted with a woodburning stove, and also has a large understair cupboard. Slate tiles are fitted throughout the ground floor. Upstairs are two bedrooms and a family bathroom.

Outside, the detached studio/office adds an extremely useful additional space and could have multiple uses, ideal as a home office or studio. An attractive vaulted ceiling and two entrances and underfloor heating make it warm, light and spacious and there is also plumbing for a washing machine.

The garden is arranged on varying levels and has different seating areas with a mixture of lawn, borders and beds for planting. A small gate at the end of the garden gives direct access to the field behind the property.

LOCATION AND AMENITIES
The rural hamlet of Egdean is situated 1 mile to the south-east of Fittleworth. The property is located within the South Downs National Park and is just over 3 miles miles east of the ancient market town of Petworth with its excellent range of local shops for everyday needs. Midhurst (8 miles) has an excellent range of shops as well as the world renowned Cowdray Park Polo Ground and the Cowdray Golf Club.

The City of Chichester (13 miles) provides a broader choice with all the major supermarkets and its well renowned Festival Theatre. In addition, there is horseracing, golf and lots for the motor enthusiast at the famous Goodwood Estate (10 miles). The area provides a good choice of state and independent schools for both boys and girls. Pulborough mainline station (5 miles) with a service to Gatwick, London Bridge and Victoria (70 mins), alternatively Haslemere Station (12 miles) has a fast service to Waterloo (57 mins).

SERVICES
Mains water and electricity. LPG fired central heating. Private drainage.

TENANCY APPLICATIONS & HOLDING DEPOSIT
Prospective tenants will be required to complete a preliminary application form should they wish to be considered for a tenancy. If you are successful in your initial application, RH & RW Clutton will collect the Holding Deposit (equivalent to one weeks rent) and will issue third-party referencing forms for completion.

REFERENCING & RIGHT TO RENT CHECKS
Prospective tenants will need to be credit-checked and fully referenced to include a financial and personal references and references from a previous landlord, if applicable. Copies of identification documents will be required as proof of identity to satisfy the Right to Rent Legislation and a utility bill will be required as proof of registered address.

TENANCY DEPOSIT
A deposit the equivalent to 5 weeks’ rent (or 6 weeks for rents over £50,000pa) will be payable prior to the commencement of the tenancy. This will be held by RH & RW Clutton as a stakeholder in a designated account protected by RICS Client Money Protection and will be registered with the Tenancy Deposit Scheme (TDS). The deposit will be refunded at the end of the tenancy, subject to the property being given up in a satisfactory condition and with no rent arrears or outstanding charges for which the tenant is responsible. The deposit may not be used in lieu of rent by the tenant.

MAINTENANCE
The tenant will be responsible for maintaining the interior of the house and the garden. The landlord will be responsible for the exterior and the structure.

OUTGOINGS
For the duration of the tenancy, the tenant will be required to pay the Council Tax, Utilities, Communication Services (telephone/internet etc), TV Licence and any Green Deal Finance charges either directly to the suppliers or to the Landlord or their Agent, or a proportion, if shared.

DIRECTIONS
Head out of Petworth on the A283 in the direction of Pulborough for approximately 2.3 miles, at the end of the long straight you will see a small red post box on the left hand side and the gated entrance to the driveway to 1 Egdean Cottages.

EPC rating E (39)

COUNCIL TAX - Band C £1,884.73 (2023/2024)

VIEWING
Strictly by appointment with the letting agent
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