Property description
A charming totally restored three bedroom detached cottage located in the heart of Sidmouth town centre and beautifully modernised throughout - To let unfurnished for six or twelve months initially.
SUMMARY
Church Cottage has recently undergone total renovation which has seen the property transformed into a modern house which retains many original features. It is believed that the property was constructed in the late 1600s. The property is located behind the Parish Church and is accessed via Church Lane. The property enjoys a southerly aspect and now benefits from neutral décor throughout, an attractively fitted kitchen and bathroom and gas-fired central heating. There is a fully enclosed garden at the rear of the property with patio area which enjoys a pleasant outlook over the churchyard. The property is within a short distance of Church Street and close to the amenities of the town centre. The Triangle is within close proximity providing easy access to local bus services and The Esplanade is within a short walk.
The property is presented unfurnished.
The accommodation, with approximate dimensions, comprises:
UNDERCOVER ENTRANCE PORCH
Part-glazed with stained glass front door to the:
SITTING ROOM
4.15m x 2.46m increasing to 3.55m increasing to 4.32m (13\‘7 x 8\‘1 increasing to 11\‘7 increasing to 14\‘2) Window overlooking front aspect. Feature fireplace with tiled surround and hearth. Inset electric fire. Carpet. Thermostatically controlled radiator. TV point. Cupboard containing electricity meter and fuse board with RCD protection. Pair of curtains with tie-backs to window and over the front door. Further window to rear aspect. Door to an UNDERSTAIRS STORAGE CUPBOARD. Door to the:
KITCHEN
3.6m x 2.42m (11\‘10 x 7\‘11) A pair of doors lead to the boiler cupboard where there is a gas-fired Ideal combi boiler for heating and hot water. Wall-mounted programmer for central heating and hot water. Two uPVC double-glazed windows which overlook the rear garden and an attractively fitted kitchen which comprises a range of floor-standing and wall-mounted cupboards with cream \‘Shaker-style\‘ drawer and door fronts. Stainless steel handles. Oak \‘butcher\‘s-block\‘ effect work surfaces and beige tiled splashbacks. Stainless steel sink with single drainer. Built-in stainless steel electric single oven with four-burner gas hob and stainless steel chimney-style extractor over. Space for a free-standing fridge/freezer and space and plumbing for a free-standing washing machine. Ceiling downlighters. Oak-coloured laminate flooring. Thermostatically controlled radiator. Part-glazed door leads to a:
REAR LOBBY
uPVC double-glazed door providing access to the rear courtyard. uPVC double-glazed window to the side aspect. Oak-coloured laminate flooring. Coir doormat. Cupboard containing gas meter. Access to loft space. Door to a:
GROUND FLOOR CLOAKROOM
With a white low level WC and obscure glazed window to rear aspect.
From the Sitting Room a door leads into the:
INNER HALLWAY
uPVC double-glazed door leading to rear courtyard. Carpet. Coir mat well. RCD-protected fuse board. Mains-operated smoke detector. Coat hooks. Staircase to first floor. Door to
DINING ROOM
2.98m x 2.6m increasing to 4.29m (9\‘9 x 8\‘6 increasing to 14\‘1) Windows to the front and side aspects with a pair of curtains with matching tie-backs to each window. Carpet floor covering. TV point.
From the inner hallway there is a carpeted staircase with a hand rail rising to the:
FIRST FLOOR LANDING
Access to loft space. Two windows which enjoy a pleasant outlook over the churchyard and rear garden. Mains-operated smoke detector. Door to
BEDROOM ONE
4.3m x 3.17m (14\‘1 x 10\‘5) Feature window with window seat to front aspect. Feature fireplace with timber surround. Thermostatically-controlled radiator. Phone point. Carpet. Curtain rail. Door to
STORAGE CUPBOARD
with fitted hanging rail. Door to
BEDROOM TWO
2.68m x 2.28m (8\‘9 x 7\‘6) Feature window enjoying southerly aspect with window seat. Curtain rail. Carpet. Thermostatically-controlled radiator. Pair of doors to built-in CUPBOARD with timber shelf and hanging rail. Door to
BEDROOM THREE
2.62m x 1.91m (8\‘7 x 6\‘3) Feature window enjoying a southerly aspect with window seat and curtain pole. Carpet. Thermostatically-controlled radiator. Door to
BATHROOM
3.49m x 1.94m (11\‘5 x 6\‘4) with three steps down. A modern beautifully fitted bathroom suite in white comprising of low level WC with soft-close seat, pedestal wash basin and tiled splashback. Large shower bath with curved glass shower screen. Fully tiled walls with Bristan thermostatically-controlled shower with attachment and rail. Lino and floor covering. Radiator. Two obscure glazed windows to front aspect. Extractor fan. Light. Electric heated towel rail.
OUTSIDE AND GARDEN
There is no parking provided with the property, however, there is a fully-enclosed garden to the rear and a storage facility at the side. There are pedestrian gates from the both sides of the property which provide access to the rear. There is a raised L-shaped shrub bed which provides access, via a step and gravelled path to an elevated patio area which enjoys a pleasant outlook over the churchyard. The rear garden is fully enclosed with a picket fence and mature fence. At the front of the property on the right-hand side a gate leads to a fully enclosed yard area with outside tap and space for refuse and recycling bins. A further door leads to an undercover STORAGE CUPBOARD. Further door to
STORAGE AREA
2.44m x 1.78m (8\‘ x 5\‘10) with low ceiling height. Concrete floor. Double power point.
REF: DHS00981
TENANCY DETAILS
Rental:
£795.00 per calendar month (payable monthly in advance)
Deposit:
£795.00 (payable before signing the Tenancy Agreement)
TENANCY DETAILS
Tenancy Type: Assured ShortholdTerm: 6 or 12 months initiallyAvailable: January 2017 Restrictions: No DSS. No Smokers. Children at Landlord\‘s discretion. No Pets.
IDENTIFICATION
We will require two forms of identification, namely a copy of your passport and/or birth certificate and/or driving licence.
SERVICES
The tenant is responsible for the payment of electricity, telephone (if applicable), water rates, council tax and for registering with the relevant service providing authorities.
TENANT RESPONSIBILITY
The tenant is responsible for the cost of preparing the Tenancy Agreement and inventory of £160.00 inc.VAT. Upon signing the agreement, the tenant will be required to lodge the deposit. This will be returned at the end of tenancy subject to the property being left in its original condition. There will also be an additional charge of £90.00 per person for taking up references, payable upon rental application.
VIEWING
All our existing tenants are told not to allow casual callers to enter the property on the grounds of safety and this includes people carrying our letting particulars, please therefore do not call at a property without an appointment as you will not be allowed to view it. Please contact Harrison-Lavers & Potbury\‘s for an appointment.