INTRODUCTION Located in the heart of this popular village, Woodview Cottage is a two bedroom, single storey conversion set within a private courtyard development. The property is neutrally decorated, light and airy throughout with double glazing and gas central heating. The impressive lounge diner has open A frame oak beams and the bedrooms feature built in storage. There is a further study room, shower room and kitchen. Parking is provided to the rear of the property and there is a good sized attached garage and an enclosed paved courtyard garden. Sorry no smokers.
The historic village of Beetham is situated on the fringes of Dallam Park and on the edge of a limestone crag. It is some 2 miles from Milnthorpe and only a short drive from junction 35 of the M6 motorway. Beetham village has a thriving community with the Wheatsheaf public house, primary school, shop, Church, Beetham Garden Centre and the reputable cafe.
Accessing from the courtyard, wooden front door leading into:
KITCHEN 10' 5" x 8' 3" (3.18m x 2.51m) max UPVC double glazed window faces the front aspect overlooking the courtyard. Fitted with oak farmhouse style base, wall and drawer units with pale worktops and incorporating single sink with drainer. Tiled splashbacks, electric cooker with canopy over, wall mounted Vaillant boiler and under counter fridge. Ceiling light, radiator and attractive exposed beams.
LOUNGE/DINER 19' 10" x 17' 10" (6.05m x 5.44m) Impressive room with UPVC double glazed windows facing the front and rear and feature arrow slit windows. Exposed 'A' frame beams, gas fire and door leading to the rear courtyard. Three ceiling lights, two radiators, television and telephone points and Velux rooflight.
BEDROOM 11' 10" x 8' 7" (3.61m x 2.62m) UPVC double glazed window to the rear aspect with outlook towards woodland. Two wall lights, radiator and Velux roof light. Recessed hanging space and shelving.
BEDROOM 11' 10"/6' 1" x 8' 9"/3' 8" (3.61m/1.85m x 2.67m/1.12m) UPVC double glazed window faces the front aspect overlooking the courtyard. Shelving and hanging space, two wall lights and radiator.
INNER HALLWAY Ceiling light and hanging space for coats.
SHOWER ROOM Bright room due to the high level Velux window. Fitted with a pedestal wash hand basin, WC and shower tray. Two ceiling lights, mirror, radiator, extractor fan and electric towel rail.
STUDY 11' 3" x 5' 1" (3.43m x 1.55m) Velux rooflight and feature arrow slit window. Radiator, ceiling light and telephone point.
EXTERNAL To the rear of the property is an enclosed flagged courtyard with perimeter fencing and walling. External light. Gate leading to the side to the parking space. To the front of the property is an open courtyard with access to Woodview Cottage and neighbouring properties.
From the front courtyard double doors lead into the garage. 18' 0" x 9' 11", the garage has electric light and power, wall mounted fuseboard and washing machine.
GENERAL INFORMATION Mains Services: Water, Gas, Electric and Drainage.
Council Tax Band: C
EPC Grading: D
Applying for a tenancy
Should you wish to apply for a tenancy, you should contact our Lettings Team for an application pack.
We recommend that all applicants read the Government's 'How to Rent' Guide - available at https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/how-to-rent
Holding Deposit
In order to secure a property whilst the application procedure is completed, a Holding Deposit equal to 1 week's rent will be payable. This is calculated by monthly rent x 12 ÷ 52 and is payable to Milne Moser Property Limited.
Once the Holding Deposit is paid, the landlord and the tenant are expected to enter into the tenancy agreement within 15 calendar days. This date is called the Deadline for Agreement. The landlord and the tenant can agree to extend this date.
If an applicant fails referencing, the Holding Deposit will be paid to the applicant within 7 calendar days, save where:
1. If the applicant fails a Right to Rent check regardless of when the Holding Deposit was accepted;
2. If the applicant provides false or misleading information to Milne Moser Property Limited, or the landlord, which the landlord is reasonably entitled to consider in deciding whether to grant the tenancy because this materially affects their suitability to rent the property;
3. If the applicant notifies Milne Moser Property Limited or the landlord before the Deadline for Agreement that they have decided not to enter into the tenancy agreement;
4. If the tenant fails to take all reasonable steps to enter into a tenancy agreement;
5. If the tenant seeks to change the tenancy agreement after it has been signed, and the landlord refuses to make that change.
In which case, the Holding Deposit will be forfeit, and retained by Milne Moser Property Limited, on behalf of the landlord. A written explanation of why the Holding Deposit has been retained will be provided to the applicant within 7 calendar days of the decision being made.
Security Deposit
A Security Deposit equal to 5 weeks' rent will be payable to Milne Moser Property Limited, if the applicant successfully completes the referencing process.
Any money held by Milne Moser Property Limited as a Holding Deposit will be used towards payment of the Security Deposit.
The Security Deposit will be registered with the Deposit Protection Scheme within 30 days of the tenancy being signed and will be repaid to the Tenant at the end of the tenancy, subject to the property being left in a satisfactory condition/deduction of any contractual expenses.
Rent
Rent will be payable on the first day of the tenancy agreement and will be payable monthly, thereafter.
Properties are let on a fixed term Assured Shortly Tenancy, for a minimum term of 6 months. It is not possible to terminate the tenancy within this period and the tenant will be responsible for payment of the rent for the whole of the fixed term.
The tenant will also be responsible for all utility charges during the full term of the tenancy, including gas, electricity, oil, water and drainage, telephone and Council Tax. Charges for any other services connected to the property will also be payable by the tenant.
Insurance
The landlord will be responsible for insuring the building. The tenant will be responsible for insuring their own possessions for the full term of the tenancy.
Permitted Payments
In some circumstances, a Permitted Payment may be payable to Milne Moser Property Limited. These include:
- If the tenant requests a change to the tenancy agreement and the landlord agrees e.g. the keeping of a pet mid-tenancy/change of sharer - £50 (inc. VAT);
- If rent is more than 14 days late, interest will be charged at 3% over the base rate of the Bank of England;
- Default fees for lost keys or other security devices (including locks). Where locks need to be replaced and locksmiths need to be called, tenants will be charged for replacement locks, locksmiths' fees and keys where necessary.
- In exceptional circumstances (such as an emergency) Milne Moser Property Limited may charge £15 per hour for time in dealing with the problem.
- Surrender of the tenancy mid-term - payment will cover the landlord's expenses in reletting the property, all rent outstanding until a new tenant is found (up to the maximum payable under the tenancy agreement)
HOW IS INTEREST CALCULATED ON RENT ARREARS?
Interest will be charged on the total amount outstanding, on a daily basis.
For example:
£500 in arrears are outstanding for 30 days.
The current Bank of England base rate is 0.1%.
Interest rate applied: 3% + 0.1% = 3.1%
£500 x 0.031 = £15.50
£15.50 ÷ 365 = £0.0425
4.25p x 30 days outstanding = £1.28
