3 bedroom semi-detached house to rent

A fantastic opportunity to rent this newly renovated, well presented three bedroom semi detached property with garden and garage/workshop.

The property benefits from new double-glazed windows throughout and gas fired central heating and briefly comprises- Entrance Vestibule, Living Room, Kitchen, Bathroom and Three Bedrooms. Externally there are front Lawned Gardens, Rear Courtyard and Garage/Workshop.

The village of Startforth is situated south of the River Tees from Barnard Castle but yet the town centre is only a ten minute walk away. Barnard Castle

is an exceptionally popular market town situated in the picturesque Teesdale Valley and has a good range of local amenities and is well situated for access to the A66 and on to the A1.

GROUND FLOOR

Entrance Vestibule

With stairs leading to the first floor and doors providing access to the ground floor accommodation.

Living Room

A spacious Living Room with windows to dual aspect, and radiator.

Kitchen

A newly fitted Kitchen with a good range of wall and floor units, electric hob and oven with extractor fan above, integrated fridge and freezer, sink with mixer tap and drainer, windows to dual aspect, radiator, two cupboards: one housing the new central heating boiler with shelving and plumbing for a washing machine and other providing under stairs storage space. Door to the rear and door to the Bathroom.

Bathroom

A newly fitted Bathroom with panelled bath with shower over, vanity sink unit, wc, towel radiator, spot lighting and obscured window to the rear.

FIRST FLOOR

Landing

Window to the rear and doors providing access to the bedrooms.

Bedroom 1

Windows to dual aspect with views towards Barnard Castle, and radiator.

Bedroom 2

Situated to the front elevation with window overlooking the front garden and views towards Barnard Castle, feature fireplace with open grate and radiator.

Bedroom 3

Situated to the rear elevation with radiator.

EXTERNALLY

The property is accessed via steps with a central pathway leading to the front door. Lawned and bordered front garden with gated access to the side elevation which leads around to the rear yard. To the rear there is a good-sized courtyard with access door into the property.

Garage - Large garage with workshop area, accessed via roller garage door from the front elevation.

Viewing

Strictly by appointment through the agents

Terms and Conditions

The property will be let unfurnished on an Assured Shorthold Tenancy for a minimum term of twelve months at a rental of £850 per calendar month exclusive, payable monthly in advance by standing order.

In addition, a tenancy deposit of the equivalent of five week's rent will be payable prior to taking occupation.

The tenant will be responsible for all outgoings, including electricity, gas, water rates, Council Tax (Band B) and telephone charges. Energy Efficient Rating - D

Tenant Fees Schedule

Holding Deposit of One Weeks Rent

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. Please Note: This will not be levied until the rent is more than 14 days in arrears.

Lost Key(s) or other Security Device(s) – Tenants are liable to the actual cost of replacing any lost keys(s) or other security device(s). If the loss results in locks needing to be changed, the actual costs of a locksmith, new lock and replacement keys for the tenant, landlord any other persons requiring keys will be charged to the tenant. If extra costs are incurred there will be a charge of £15 per hour (inc.VAT) for the time taken replacing lost key(s) or other security device(s).

Variation of Contract (Tenant's Request) - £50 (inc.VAT) per agreed variation. To cover the cost associated with taking landlord's instructions as well as the preparation and execution of new legal documents.

Change of Sharer (Tenant's Request) - £50 (inc.VAT) per replacement tenant or any reasonable costs incurred if higher. To cover the costs associated with taking landlord's instructions, new tenant referencing and Right to Rent checks, deposit registration as well as the preparation and execution of new legal documents.

Early Termination (Tenant's Request) – Should the tenant wish to leave their contract early, they shall be liable to the landlord's 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.

Commencement

The property is available for immediate occupation. A tenancy must commence within one month of receiving suitable references from an applicant, the payment of the first month's rent, tenancy deposit and the completion of a Tenancy Agreement.

Insurance

The tenant will be responsible for insuring their own personal possessions/contents of the property upon taking occupation.

Restrictions

No smokers

Compliance

All our branches have Client Money Protection (CMP) and are protected by RICS and The Ombudsman an independent redress scheme. Membership number T01921