2 bedroom flat

A spacious and well-presented two bedroomed second floor apartment with private parking, situated in a popular development within walking distance of Barnard Castle town centre.

Situated in the historic market town of Barnard Castle, this property provides easy access to the amenities within the town and its surrounding area. Darlington and Bishop Auckland are both within close proximity, while the cities of Newcastle, Durham, York and Leeds also easily accessible. There are main line train stations at Darlington and Durham, with International Airports to be found at Newcastle and Leeds/Bradford. The property lies within easy reach of the A66 and A1(M) bringing many areas within commuting distance.

Accommodation

The apartment is accessed via communal entrance with entry phone system and staircase to first floor. The private apartment entrance is located on the first floor with staircase to second floor.

Hallway

Doors leading to the accommodation.

Living/Dining Room

A bright and spacious room with windows to triple aspect, radiator and door to the kitchen. The living area provides ample room to accommodate a dining table and chairs.

Kitchen

Fitted with a good range of wall and base units incorporating rolled edge worksurfaces with tiled splashback, integrated electric hob and oven with extractor hood above, fridge and washing machine and Velux window.

Bedroom One

A spacious double bedroom with fitted walk-in wardrobes, window to the rear elevation, cupboard housing the gas central heating boiler and two radiators.

Bedroom Two

A further double bedroom with two large Velux windows to front elevation, and radiator.

Bathroom

Walk in shower cubicle, panelled bath, pedestal wash hand basin, low level wc, partially tiled walls, radiator and Velux window.

Externally

Parking Space – One allocated parking space.

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 £750 per calendar month exclusive, payable monthly in advance by standing order.

In addition, a tenancy deposit of the equivalent of five week's rent (£865) will be payable prior to taking occupation.

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

Tenant Fees Schedule

Holding Deposit of One Weeks Rent (£173)

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 occupation in July. 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. No pets.

Compliance

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