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3 bedroom cottage for sale
The Lane, West Mersea CO5
Auction
Cottage
3 beds
1 bath
EPC rating: E
Key information
Tenure: Freehold
Council tax: Band B
Broadband: Ultra-fast 1800Mbps *
Mobile signal:
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Features and description
- Charming Three Double Bedroom Cottage
- Grade Two Listed
- Rarely Available Location
- Some Original Features Retained
- Short Walk To The Anchorage
- Living Room
- Ground Floor Bathroom and First Floor Cloakroom
- Driveway With Parking For Two Cars
This property is for sale by the Modern Method of Auction, meaning the buyer and seller are to Complete within 56 days (the "Reservation Period"). Interested parties personal data will be shared with the Auctioneer (iamsold).
If considering buying with a mortgage, inspect and consider the property carefully with your lender before bidding.
A Buyer Information Pack is provided. The winning bidder will pay £349.00 including VAT for this pack which you must view before bidding.
The buyer signs a Reservation Agreement and makes payment of a non-refundable Reservation Fee of 4.5% of the purchase price including VAT, subject to a minimum of £6,600.00 including VAT. This is paid to reserve the property to the buyer during the Reservation Period and is paid in addition to the purchase price. This is considered within calculations for Stamp Duty Land Tax.
Services may be recommended by the Agent or Auctioneer in which they will receive payment from the service provider if the service is taken. Payment varies but will be no more than £450.00. These services are optional.
Gossip Cottage is a charming Grade II listed property, believed to date back to the 17th century. Retaining its rich historical character, the cottage showcases its heritage with delightful period features, including multi-pane windows, parallel ridge and gable roofs, exposed beams, and a magnificent inglenook fireplace that serves as the heart of the home.
The ground floor offers a traditional layout, beginning with a quaint country-style kitchen, thoughtfully designed to complement the cottage’s character. There is space for a gas range cooker and plumbing for a washing machine, ensuring practicality alongside its rustic charm. The lounge is a warm and inviting space, featuring attractive dual-aspect windows that allow natural light to flood in, along with original exposed beams that add to the home's unique ambiance.
The first floor comprises two double bedrooms, both boasting charming period detai
Externally, the cottage benefits from off-road parking for two vehicles, with additional space to accommodate a small boat. The southerly facing rear garden enjoys sunlight throughout the day, designed for ease of maintenance with a predominately decked layout, perfect for al fresco dining and relaxation.
Situated in an enviable location on Mersea Island, Gossip Cottage is ideally positioned for those who appreciate coastal living. The nearby sailing facilities offer an active lifestyle, while the renowned Oyster Bar, just a short walk away, provides the finest fresh seafood dishes. With the beach and promenade at the end of The Lane, this beautiful character home offers the perfect blend of history, charm, and modern-day convenience.
For An Internal Inspection Please Contact Oakheart Mersea Island.
If considering buying with a mortgage, inspect and consider the property carefully with your lender before bidding.
A Buyer Information Pack is provided. The winning bidder will pay £349.00 including VAT for this pack which you must view before bidding.
The buyer signs a Reservation Agreement and makes payment of a non-refundable Reservation Fee of 4.5% of the purchase price including VAT, subject to a minimum of £6,600.00 including VAT. This is paid to reserve the property to the buyer during the Reservation Period and is paid in addition to the purchase price. This is considered within calculations for Stamp Duty Land Tax.
Services may be recommended by the Agent or Auctioneer in which they will receive payment from the service provider if the service is taken. Payment varies but will be no more than £450.00. These services are optional.
Gossip Cottage is a charming Grade II listed property, believed to date back to the 17th century. Retaining its rich historical character, the cottage showcases its heritage with delightful period features, including multi-pane windows, parallel ridge and gable roofs, exposed beams, and a magnificent inglenook fireplace that serves as the heart of the home.
The ground floor offers a traditional layout, beginning with a quaint country-style kitchen, thoughtfully designed to complement the cottage’s character. There is space for a gas range cooker and plumbing for a washing machine, ensuring practicality alongside its rustic charm. The lounge is a warm and inviting space, featuring attractive dual-aspect windows that allow natural light to flood in, along with original exposed beams that add to the home's unique ambiance.
The first floor comprises two double bedrooms, both boasting charming period detai
Externally, the cottage benefits from off-road parking for two vehicles, with additional space to accommodate a small boat. The southerly facing rear garden enjoys sunlight throughout the day, designed for ease of maintenance with a predominately decked layout, perfect for al fresco dining and relaxation.
Situated in an enviable location on Mersea Island, Gossip Cottage is ideally positioned for those who appreciate coastal living. The nearby sailing facilities offer an active lifestyle, while the renowned Oyster Bar, just a short walk away, provides the finest fresh seafood dishes. With the beach and promenade at the end of The Lane, this beautiful character home offers the perfect blend of history, charm, and modern-day convenience.
For An Internal Inspection Please Contact Oakheart Mersea Island.
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Oakheart Property is an estate & lettings agency with branches in Chelmsford, Colchester, Sudbury, Ipswich, Mersea Island and Bury St Edmunds. We're proud to bring together the outstanding and unsurpassed talents of the most experienced and qualified estate agents. We want to guide individuals and families in their pursuit for the perfect home, to put down roots in Essex and Suffolk.
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