1 bedroom cottage to rent

A PERFECT RETREAT - this is completely adorable, with bags of charm and character yet well maintained and very well presented too.

With one double bedroom, a good kitchen and sun room this is ideally suited to a single person looking for a quiet life. Its handy for the village pub as well!

Entrance Door - Leading into

Lounge - 10'0" x 14'0" - With exposed stone wall, sandstone fireplace incorporating wood burning stove, stone floor, traditional timber beams, understairs cupboard and tv point.

Kitchen - 5'0" x 12'-" - With sandstone floor, 3 Velux roof lights and spotlights, so a very light and airy room. Fitted with a range of base and wall units in cream with natural wood work surface over and incorporating Belfast sink, electric oven and hob, fridge and plumbing for a washing machine. (the washing machine currently fitted will not be repaired or maintained by the Landlord)

Sunroom - 8'0" x 3'0" - With space for a table and door to the rear with lovely views over the Solway.

Staircase - Part spiral staircase leading to a small landing.

Bedroom One - 9'0" x 6'0" - Double room with feature fireplace.

Bathroom - 4'0" X 6'0" - Bath with shower over, wash hand basin and wc.

Externally - There is a store to the rear of the property.

Facilities - Electric storage heaters and double glazing

Directions - The property is best approached by leaving Cockermouth towards Maryport, turning off at the Tallentire turning towards Tallentire, and proceed through Tallentire, after leaving Tallentire proceed approximately one mile and then turn right to Gilcrux. The property can be found on the left hand side approximately halfway through the village.

The Rent - Rent is paid on a calendar monthly basis, in advance, and excludes charges for Services, Council Tax etc.

The Consumer Protection Regulations 2008/Viewings - Please contact us before viewing the property. If there is any point of particular importance to you we will be pleased to provide additional information or to make further enquiries. We will also confirm that the property remains available. This is particularly important if you are contemplating travelling some distance to view the property.

Damage Deposit - A deposit will be paid by the tenant, prior to the commencement of the tenancy, equivalent to six weeks rent. This will be returned at the end of the tenancy providing there is no damage, the Inventory is correct and there are no rent arrears. The deposit will be held by the Deposit Protection Service (a custodial service scheme in accordance with the Tenancy Deposit Legislation) and returned to you in accordance with the Tenancy Agreement.

Holding Deposit - Grisdales takes a Holding Deposit for from a tenant to reserve a property. This is one week's rent and for this property will be £117

This Holding Deposit will be held for up to 15 days (what is known as Deadline for Agreement). From taking the Holding Deposit, the Tenancy Agreement must be entered into (signed by both parties and dated) before the Deadline for Agreement. However, Grisdales can agree with the tenant in writing that a different date (for example, an extension) is to be the Deadline for Agreement. Please make your own enquiries as to when the Holding Deposit can be repaid to you and when it can be retained by Grisdales.
Should the tenancy commence, unless the tenant advises otherwise in writing, it is agreed that the amount of the Holding Deposit will be deducted from the first payment of rent.

Council Tax - Allerdale Borough Council[use Contact Agent Button]) advise that this property is in Tax Band A.

The Tenancy - The property is offered on a 6 month Assured Shorthold Tenancy.

Who Will Look After The Property? - For peace of mind, the property will be managed by Grisdales.

Contents Insurance - You are strongly recommended to obtain contents insurance for your possessions throughout the duration of your tenancy. Grisdales require to see this insurance before you move in.

Notes To Brochure - Please contact us before viewing the property. If there is any point of particular importance to you we will be pleased to provide additional information or to make further enquiries. We will also confirm that the property remains available. This is particularly important if you are contemplating travelling some distance to view the property.

Applications - Applications for the tenancy are to be made to Grisdales. Each applicant over 18 will need to complete a Letsure Tenancy Assessment Form. This is to be returned to Grisdales with the agency fee of £99 (inc VAT) per applicant or £189 (inc VAT) for a joint application. Subject to the Landlords approval, this will be submitted to Letsure for tenant assessment/references, after which we shall advise you of the outcome.
If you require a guarantor an additional payment of £50 (inc VAT) is required.
If you are a company applying for the property an application fee of £250 + VAT is required.
If, after you have taken possession you decide to share with a third party you must obtain the consent of the landlord or agent. The applicant will need to pay an application fee of £200 (inc VAT) for references and the preparation of new paperwork. If you do not obtain consent a charge of £350 will be made for referencing and the preparation of new paperwork.
We accept cash or card payments. A charge of 2% is payable when using a credit card.

Viewing Arrangements - To view this property, please contact us on[use Contact Agent Button].

Covid-19 Viewing Guidelines - Covid restrictions have been reduced in recent months but we are still conscious that we, and prospective purchasers/tenants, are entering our clients' homes. With this in mind, we would ask that masks are still worn wherever possible. We would also ask that you notify us, prior to any appointment, if you are displaying any symptoms of Covid 19 so that the appointment can be re-arranged.