Description
A well presented attached period cottage occupying a lovely rural setting at the foot of the Chilterns
with bright and spacious rooms and a substantial garden. Available immediately.
Tenure: Assured Shorthold Tenancy -
Description: - A well presented attached period cottage occupying a lovely rural setting at the foot of the Chilterns with bright and spacious rooms and a substantial garden. Available in February.
Watlington - Shirburn is a small rural hamlet just one mile to the north of
Watlington. Watlington is reputedly England's smallest town
with its origins dating from the 6th century. The town has a
range of sports facilities that embrace football and cricket as
well as tennis, squash and bowls. There are good local shops
including a first class butcher and delicatessen and some
excellent restaurants and pubs. Watlington Primary school
and Rainbow Corner day nursery and pre-school have an
'outstanding' ofsted rating and senior education is provided by
the well-regarded Icknield Community College. The Chiltern
Hills rise above the town and offer some of the finest
landscapes in south-east England. There is much on offer
here for outdoor enthusiasts, cyclists and walkers as The
Icknield Way (Ridgeway National Trail) passes close to the
town. Watlington is also the heartland of the re-introduced Red
Kite that now soar above the town's roof tops.
The accommodation is arranged as follows:
(All measurements are approximate)
Ground Floor -
Entrance: - Solid wood front door to:
Double Reception Room: - 6.05m x 3.96m (19'10 x 13'0 ) - A sizeable room providing ample room for a dining area. Triple aspect with attractive views over the garden and adjacent meadows to the Chiltern escarpment. Open fireplace with carved wooden mantelpiece, terracotta tile hearth and brick surround. Deep display shelf and shelved storage cabinet to either flank of the fireplace. Exposed ceiling timbers and under stairs storage cupboard. TV and telephone points. Stairs to first floor and door to:
Kitchen/Breakfast Room: - 3.76m x 3.73m (12'4 x 12'3 ) - A large and well-proportioned kitchen with breakfast area. Comprehensively fitted with Oak faced wall and floor cabinets providing cupboards and drawers with textured worktops and tiled splashbacks. Inset stainless steel sink unit with mixer tap and drainer. Plumbing points and space for washing machine and dishwasher. Electric point and space for cooker. Large fireplace with Victorian cast iron grate and surround. Victorian chequered tile floor. Side door to pathway leading to the driveway.
First Floor -
Landing: - Steps up and door to:
Bedroom 1: - 3.78m x 3.73m (12'5 x 12'3 ) - With an attractive outlook over gardens and meadows. Victorian fireplace with cast iron grate and surround (ornamental only). Access hatch to loft.
Bathroom: - Panel enclosed bath in fully tiled surround with mixer tap, shower attachment, rail and curtain. Pedestal washbasin and low flush WC. Tiled storage shelf to full width of the room with shaving light over. Heated towel rail. Airing cupboard with insulated hot water tank, immersion heater and slatted shelving. Access hatch to loft.
Bedroom 2: - 3.96m x 3.81m (13'0 x 12'6 ) - With outlook over gardens. Fireplace with Victorian cast iron grate and surround (ornamental only).
Outside -
The property has an off road gravelled parking area for two or three vehicles. A gate and pathway lead to the front door and a separate path provides access to the rear of the property.
Garden: - 27.43m x 15.24m (90'0 x 50'0 ) - A substantial garden that is entirely laid to lawn and enclosed by close boarded fencing and net fencing. There is a brick built outbuilding providing two storage rooms, one of which has a power point.
Services: - Mains water, electricity and shared septic tank. Electric night storage heating.
Viewing: - Strictly by prior appointment with the agents - Robinson Sherston (Watlington). Telephone: 01491 614000.
Local Authority: - South Oxfordshire District Council. 135 Eastern Avenue, Milton Park, Milton, OX14 4SB. Email: info@southoxon.gov.uk Tel: 01235 422422
Council Tax: - Band D
Directions: - From junction 6 of the M.40 proceed south on the B4009 towards Watlington. After no more than one mile you will see the cottage on your left just as you enter the small hamlet of Shirburn. There is a gravel driveway to the front of the property providing off road parking.
Terms & Conditions: -
Furnishings: - The property is to be let unfurnished
Availability: - Available immediately on an Assured Shorthold Tenancy with a minimum fixed period of six months. Long tenancy preferred.
Management Status: - Robinson Sherston do not manage this property.
Conditions: - Not suitable for: Smokers
Rent Agreement: - Rent is payable per calendar month in advance, exclusive of Council Tax and all connected utility services.
Deposit: - A security deposit of one and a half month's rent to be held throughout the term of the tenancy as security against damage or any breach of agreement by the Tenant. A minimum 2 months deposit will be held if the tenant has a pet at the property.
Fees: - The in-going tenant will be responsible for the payment of the following fees, which are not refundable. Registration and agreement fee of £180 (inc VAT) as a contribution towards the costs of preparing the tenancy agreement. References: £48 (inc VAT) per person, company tenant or guarantor. Inventory Fees: Unfurnished - Between £96 and £192 inc VAT, depending on property size. Furnished - Between £108 and £216 inc VAT, depending on property size. Note: Unusually large or heavily furnished properties may be subject to higher costs. The tenant shall pay stamp duty, where applicable
Inventory: - An inventory recording the condition and contents of the property will be provided and the landlord will be responsible for the charge for the check-in at the commencement of the tenancy. Upon termination a check-out will be arranged and paid for by the tenant. The tenant shall pay stamp duty where applicable.
Marketing: - Robinson Sherston reserve the right to continue to market the property until the Registration fee is received, even where the terms of a Tenancy have been agreed in principle.
Important Note: - These particulars do not form part of any offer or contract. They are for guidance only and have been prepared in all good faith to give a fair overall view of the property. Our descriptions are opinions and not statements of fact and tenants should satisfy themselves whether or not such descriptions match any expectations they may have of the property. Please ask for further information or verification of points relevant to your interest. All measurements, distances and aspects are given as a guide only and are approximate. If such details are fundamental to the letting, tenants must rely on their own enquiries, as they must where any reference is made to potential uses. At the time of preparing these particulars no specific tests were made and tenants should satisfy themselves that the property and any services, appliances, equipment or facilities are in good working order. It should not be assumed that the property remains as depicted; nor should any assumption be made with regard to the parts of the property that have not been depicted. The images depict only certain parts of the property and it should not be assumed that any of the furniture, furnishings or personal items are included in the letting.
