INTRODUCTION Located on the first and second floor of a large period house, this three bedroom unique property is well positioned for village amenities and also has a shared garden at the rear. Each room has a large window making this a light bright property and there is gas central heating and double glazing. The versatile accommodation is over two floors with an impressive living area on the second floor. A modern fitted kitchen and bathroom along with recent fresh décor throughout.
Milnthorpe is a semi rural village with a thriving community and of particular interest to those wanting countryside, seashore and wildlife on their doorstep. It is conveniently placed for easy access onto the M6 motorway from junctions 36 or 35 and into the Barrow peninsula. An historic area within Milnthorpe within walking distance of the bus stop and with the weekly market, schools, nursery, shops, banks, solicitors, opticians, library, Booths, Church and doctors literally on the doorstep.
ENTRANCE Access is to the rear of the property is via a metal staircase within the shared garden.
ENTRANCE HALLWAY & STAIRS Entrance is via a white UPVC glazed door into the hallway. Central ceiling light, smoke detectors and plenty of coat hooks.
BEDROOM 14' 0" x 8' (4.27m x 2.44m) Good sized double bedroom situated to the rear of the property. UPVC sash window overlooking the rear garden and central ceiling light.
LOUNGE/BEDROOM 11' 4" x 11' 1" (3.45m x 3.38m) Situated to the front of the property with views over the church green, this room would work as a good size lounge or double bedroom. UPVC double glazed sash window, radiator and central ceiling light.
BATHROOM 8' 0" x 6' 0" (2.44m x 1.83m) Modern bathroom suite comprising of WC, pedestal wash hand basin with mixer tap and bath with shower over and glass screen. UPVC double glazed sash window, towel radiator and downlights.
BEDROOM/DINING ROOM 11' 2" x 7' 3" (3.4m x 2.21m) Situated to the front of the property overlooking the green this room would lend itself as a small double room or as a dining room being next to the kitchen. UPVC double glazed sash window, radiator, telephone point and central ceiling light.
KITCHEN 10' 0" x 10' 0" (3.05m x 3.05m) The kitchen benefits from a range of beech effect base, wall and drawer units with contemporary handles, dark grey worktops, stainless steel splashback and additional shelving. Stainless steel sink with single drainer and mixer tap, electric fan oven and hob with extractor fan over. Wall mounted Ideal gas combi boiler, spot lights and radiator. UPVC double glazed window overlooking the shared garden.
LIVING AREAS/BEDROOMS The staircase from the hallway/landing leads up and into a large roof space area which could be used as a large semi divided living area or additional bedrooms. The two spaces measure 21' 7" x 11' 2" (6.58m x 3.4m) and 21' 2" x 13' 6" (6.45m x 4.11m). There are four large Velux windows, two radiators, lighting and feature wooden beams.
OUTSIDE There is a sizeable shared south facing garden to the rear, laid to lawn with borders. Parking to the front of the property, on application of a residential parking permit after a tenant has moved into the property.
The tenant will be responsible for the right hand side of the garden.
GENERAL INFORMATION Mains Services: Water, Gas, Electric and Drainage
Council Tax Band: A
EPC Grading: C
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
