2 bedroom cottage

A well-presented two bedroom single storey cottage situated behind the Market Place, ideally positioned within walking distance to the town centre.

Barnard Castle is a thriving market town set within the picturesque Teesdale Valley and has a good range of local amenities including public houses, shops, banks, well renowned schools and the Bowes Museum. The town is well located for access to the A66 and on to the A1.

Accommodation

Entrance Hall

With wood effect laminate flooring, door leading to bedroom one and door leading into the living room.

Open Plan Living/Dining Kitchen

The kitchen area is fitted with a range of base and wall mounted storage units with tiled splash backs. There is an integrated electric oven with hob and extractor fan over along with an integrated dishwasher, stainless steel sink with mixer tap and drainer, space for a freestanding fridge freezer, spotlighting and velux window.

The living area is spacious with a high, open ceiling following the pitch of the roof. There is a window looking out to the courtyard and the laminate flooring from the entrance hall continues into the room.

Inner Hallway

Wood effect laminate continues down the hall leading to bedroom one and bathroom. Cupboard housing the gas central heating boiler and plumbing for a washing machine.

Bedroom One

With window overlooking the courtyard, radiator and spotlighting.

Bedroom Two

With window overlooking the courtyard, radiator and spotlighting.

Bathroom

White suite comprising a panelled bath with shower over, wc, hand wash basin, towel radiator, extractor fan and obscured window.

Externally

A fully enclosed courtyard with paved and gravelled seating areas with mature shrub flowerbeds.

Viewing

Strictly by appointment through the agents

Terms and Conditions

The property will be let unfurnished on an Assured Shorthold Tenancy for a minimum term of 12 months at a rental of £800 per calendar month exclusive, payable monthly in advance by standing order.

In addition, a tenancy deposit of the equivalent of five week's rent will be payable prior to taking occupation.

The tenant will be responsible for all outgoings, including electricity, gas, water rates, Council Tax (Band B) and telephone charges. Energy Efficient Rating - E

Tenant Fees Schedule

Holding Deposit of One Weeks Rent

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 Key(s) or other Security Device(s) – Tenants are liable to the actual cost of replacing any lost keys(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 cost 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.

Commencement

The property is available for immediate occupation. A tenancy must commence within one month of receiving suitable references from an applicant, the payment of the first month's rent, tenancy deposit and the completion of a Tenancy Agreement.

Insurance

The tenant will be responsible for insuring their own personal possessions/contents of the property upon taking occupation.

Restrictions

No smokers

Compliance

All our branches have Client Money Protection (CMP) and are protected by RICS and The Ombudsman an independent redress scheme. Membership Number T01921