Property description
Summary
Standing since the 16th Century on the border between Northumberland and Durham in countryside celebrated by the Government as an area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. This truly outstanding two bedroom stone built cottage located in a sought after area of Castleside surrounded by Countryside, parks and walks. This unique property was formally an old chapel house with loads of character, with vaulted beamed ceilings, exposed stone walls, feature fireplace, sash windows and wooden flooring. With a magnificent open plan 25ft lounge/kitchen, dining area/study, own private garden, communal grounds shared with two neighbours and private parking. Located in between Hexham and Durham with a short drive into Consett with its shops, schools, bars and restaurants. The floorplan comprises Entrance hall, two bedrooms, bathroom and dining room/study. To the first floor open plan lounge/kitchen. Further benefits include, oil fired central heating, own and shared grounds with private parking. This really is a fabulous property which we highly recommend viewing to appreciate what is on offer and will not be disappointed.
Tenant Referencing Criteria:
Pattinson will undertake referencing checks on all applicants over the age of 18 wishing to move into a rental property. As part of this process, we will undertake:
- A credit check to ensure each applicant does not have any adverse credit such as CCJs (County Court Judgements).
- An affordability assessment to ensure applicant's income will sufficiently cover the rental payments.
- To pass the affordability check, each applicant's gross annual basic income (including benefits and pensions) must be at least 30 times the monthly rental amount (36 times for Ellinson properties). Eg If the rent is 500 pcm, applicants would need to earn 15,000 as an annual pension or basic salary (excluding commission/bonus) before tax or other deductions were made.
- Each applicant's affordability is assessed individually against the criteria. However, couples who have previously co-habited, are married or are in a civil partnership will have their incomes combined and assessed jointly.
- Self- will require an accountant's reference and should have accounts for a minimum of two years.
- Employment checks to confirm your start date, salary and if your position is permanent.
- Homeownership checks (only if you are a homeowner) confirming your mortgage payments are up to date.
- A Landlord reference (if you are currently residing in rented accommodation) confirming you have abided by the terms of the lease. This will check that the rent was paid on time and in full, there was no antisocial behaviour and the property was looked after in an appropriate manner.
- Right to rent' id checks.
If you do not meet the requirement, you will require A homeowner guarantor.
Council Tax Band: C
Deposit: 1,025.00
Length of Tenancy: 6/12 months
Entrance Hall
Entrance door, wooden flooring, double radiator, wall lights, beams to the ceiling, stairs to the first floor.
Bedroom One (3.9m x 3.0m)
Two front aspect narrow Balistraria area windows, single radiator, wall light points, built in cupboard.
Bedroom Two
Three front aspect narrow Balistraria area windows, single radiator, wall lights
Bathroom
White three piece suite comprising panelled bathe with shower over, vanity wash basin, low level w.c. Heated towel rail, extractor fan, built in cupboard, rear aspect window.
Dining Room/Study (4.6m x 2.3m)
Two rear aspect windows, double radiator, wooden flooring, vaulted ceiling. Rear aspect window.
Lounge (7.7m x 5.0m)
Two front aspect sash windows, feature fireplace, rear aspect door with steps leading to the rear garden, exposed stone walls, vaulted ceiling with exposed beams, double radiator, wall lights. Open plan into the kitchen.
Kitchen (3.2m x 1.4m)
Fitted wall and base units incorporating counter work tops with a one and a half bowl sink unit, built in electric oven, gas hob with extractor hood over, integral fridge, freezer, vaulted ceiling, spot lighting.
Front Garden
Gravelled area with wrought iron railings with gate access to the rear gardens and parking area.
Rear Private
Gravelled and paved areas, wooden fence with gate access to shared grounds, stone built storage building with boiler and space for a washing machine.
Shared Grounds
The grounds are shared with both neighbours which are mainly laid to lawn, parking area, flower, tree and shrub boarders.73:T14cf,SummaryStanding since the 16th Century on the border between Northumberland and Durham in countryside celebrated by the Government as an area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. This truly outstanding two bedroom stone built cottage located in a sought after area of Castleside surrounded by Countryside, parks and walks. This unique property was formally an old chapel house with loads of character, with vaulted beamed ceilings, exposed stone walls, feature fireplace, sash windows and wooden flooring. With a magnificent open plan 25ft lounge/kitchen, dining area/study, own private garden, communal grounds shared with two neighbours and private parking. Located in between Hexham and Durham with a short drive into Consett with its shops, schools, bars and restaurants. The floorplan comprises Entrance hall, two bedrooms, bathroom and dining room/study. To the first floor open plan lounge/kitchen. Further benefits include, oil fired central heating, own and shared grounds with private parking. This really is a fabulous property which we highly recommend viewing to appreciate what is on offer and will not be disappointed.
Tenant Referencing Criteria:
Pattinson will undertake referencing checks on all applicants over the age of 18 wishing to move into a rental property. As part of this process, we will undertake:
- A credit check to ensure each applicant does not have any adverse credit such as CCJs (County Court Judgements).
- An affordability assessment to ensure applicant's income will sufficiently cover the rental payments.
- To pass the affordability check, each applicant's gross annual basic income (including benefits and pensions) must be at least 30 times the monthly rental amount (36 times for Ellinson properties). Eg If the rent is 500 pcm, applicants would need to earn 15,000 as an annual pension or basic salary (excluding commission/bonus) before tax or other deductions were made.
- Each applicant's affordability is assessed individually against the criteria. However, couples who have previously co-habited, are married or are in a civil partnership will have their incomes combined and assessed jointly.
- Self- will require an accountant's reference and should have accounts for a minimum of two years.
- Employment checks to confirm your start date, salary and if your position is permanent.
- Homeownership checks (only if you are a homeowner) confirming your mortgage payments are up to date.
- A Landlord reference (if you are currently residing in rented accommodation) confirming you have abided by the terms of the lease. This will check that the rent was paid on time and in full, there was no antisocial behaviour and the property was looked after in an appropriate manner.
- Right to rent' id checks.
If you do not meet the requirement, you will require A homeowner guarantor.
Council Tax Band: C
Deposit: 1,025.00
Length of Tenancy: 6/12 monthsEntrance HallEntrance door, wooden flooring, double radiator, wall lights, beams to the ceiling, stairs to the first floor.Bedroom One (3.9m x 3.0m)Two front aspect narrow Balistraria area windows, single radiator, wall light points, built in cupboard.Bedroom TwoThree front aspect narrow Balistraria area windows, single radiator, wall lightsBathroomWhite three piece suite comprising panelled bathe with shower over, vanity wash basin, low level w.c. Heated towel rail, extractor fan, built in cupboard, rear aspect window.Dining Room/Study (4.6m x 2.3m)Two rear aspect windows, double radiator, wooden flooring, vaulted ceiling. Rear aspect window.Lounge (7.7m x 5.0m)Two front aspect sash windows, feature fireplace, rear aspect door with steps leading to the rear garden, exposed stone walls, vaulted ceiling with exposed beams, double radiator, wall lights. Open plan into the kitchen.Kitchen (3.2m x 1.4m)Fitted wall and base units incorporating counter work tops with a one and a half bowl sink unit, built in electric oven, gas hob with extractor hood over, integral fridge, freezer, vaulted ceiling, spot lighting.Front GardenGravelled area with wrought iron railings with gate access to the rear gardens and parking area.Rear PrivateGravelled and paved areas, wooden fence with gate access to shared grounds, stone built storage building with boiler and space for a washing machine.Shared GroundsThe grounds are shared with both neighbours which are mainly laid to lawn, parking area, flower, tree and shrub boarders.74:Te2c,Holding Fees are calculated on a sliding scale:
Rent of £100 - £199pcm = £20 Holding Fee
Rent of £200 - £299pcm = £45 Holding Fee
Rent of £300 - £399pcm = £65 Holding Fee
Rent of £400 - £499pcm = £90 Holding Fee
Rent of £500 - £599pcm = £115 Holding Fee
Rent of £600 - £699pcm = £135 Holding Fee
Rent of £700 - £799pcm = £160 Holding Fee
Rent of £800 - £899pcm = £180 Holding Fee
Rent of £900 - £999pcm = £200 Holding Fee
Rent of over £1000pcm = £230 Holding Fee
The holding fee is non refundable in the eventuality that you withdraw from the process, fail the right to rent checks, provide false or misleading information, or fail to provide requested information within 15 days of the holding deposit being paid. The holding fee will go towards the move-in monies (rent) on successful applications. We will provide you with our referencing criteria when you apply for a property or upon request. Before moving into the property you would need to pay the first month's rent and tenancy deposit (normally a month's rent + £25). Eg If the rent was £500pcm then the deposit would be £525.
Alternatively, instead of paying a deposit you can purchase a 'Reposit'; a deposit replacement product that allows tenants to pay a non-refundable fee equal to one week's worth of rent (inc VAT). There is a £30 annual renewal charge if you stay in the property beyond the first 12 months. You remain liable for the full cost of any breach of your tenancy agreement, but benefit from not paying the lump sum deposit upfront. You must pass referencing to be eligible for this product. T&C apply.
A higher rent may be required where the landlord agrees to the tenant having a pet. Not all landlords will consider pets so this should be confirmed with us prior to viewing. As a general rule blocks of flats will not allow pets under the terms of the lease. All negotiations and payments are subject to contract. Please note that we require identification and proof of address from anyone over the age of 18 who will be occupying the property. This should be a passport with a utility bill dated within the last 3 months (a full list of acceptable id is listed on the government website under 'Right To Rent').
Rental properties are dealt with on a first come, first served basis so be quick to avoid disappointment! We have client money protection (RICS) and are members of The Property Ombudsman Scheme.
Potential Costs During The Tenancy:
- 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. Levied when the rent is more than 14 days in arrears.
- Lost Key(s) or other Security Device(s) - Tenants are liable for the actual cost of replacing any lost key(s) or other security device(s).
- Variation of Contract (Tenants Request) - £50 (inc. VAT) per agreed variation.
- Early Termination (Tenants Request) - Should the tenant wish to leave their contract early (and where the landlord agrees to this early vacation), the tenant shall be liable for the landlords 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.
- Company Lets - Our fee (payable on move in) is half of one months rent + VAT (60% of one months rent) subject to a minimum of £300 + VAT (£360) to cover the costs associated with processing the application, referencing and arranging the tenancy agreement.
Key features
2 Bedrooms
1 Bathroom
Terraced - Terraced
not-specified
More features
Two bedroom cottage was previously a Chapel House, Open plan lounge/kitchen to the whole of the upper floor, Vaulted beamed ceilings with some exposed stone walls, Bathroom and dining room/study, Private gardens as well as communal grounds, Council tax band C, Available mid March