An attractive, period property set in quiet rural location in the hamlet of Shirburn, just a mile or so from the market town of Watlington. The property has just been refurbished and updated, with a modern kitchen, decoration throughout and new floor coverings. The ground floor accommodation includes hallway, living room with doors onto the terrace, kitchen / breakfast room, home office / boot room, also with boiler, and a cloakroom. On the first floor there are two good size double rooms plus a large single / small double bedroom, plus a bathroom. The property is provided unfurnished; please note that white goods and curtains / blinds are not provided by the landlord.
Watlington is an attractive and busy small town, set in the Chiltern Hills, with a long history going back to the Doomsday book and beyond. There is a range of local shops including a butcher, delicatessen and bakery, plus a local supermarket and a pharmacy. There is a local Primary School and children' s day care nursery, and also Icknield Community College. There are local sports facilities including football, cricket, tennis, squash and bowls. The Chiltern Hills are nearby, providing a wide range of access to local footpaths and nature reserves, plus views over fine landscapes. The M40 provides easy access to London, with the Oxford tube service from nearby Lewknor.
ApproachGravel parking area, fence with gate and path to entrance door.
HallSolid timber door into entrance hall, stairs to first floor, radiator.
Sitting roomA generous size sitting room with doors opening out on to the terrace and south facing garden, character ceiling beam. Radiator, fitted carpet, tv aerial point (not tested).
KitchenThe dual aspect kitchen has been updated and fitted with a range of cream, Shaker style cupboards, timber style work top with stainless steel sink, mixer tap and draining board, space for cooker, washing machine, dishwasher and under counter refrigerator. Lighting is provided by recessed ceiling spot lights and under cupboard lights.
Home Office / bootroomOverlooking the garden with practical flooring, radiator, oil boiler. This could be used as a home office or boot / dog room. Consumer unit.
CloakroomIncludes basin, wc, electric fan heater, extractor fan.
First floor landingStorage cupboard
Bedroom OneGenerous size double bedroom overlooking the side of the house with feature fireplace (not un use), radiator, fitted carpet.
Bedroom twoDouble bedroom with a lovely view over the garden, radiator and fitted carpet.
Bedroom threeLarge single / small double room, also overlooking the garden to the rear, with radiator and fitted carpet
Family bathroomWhite suite including bath, also with electric shower and glazed screen, basin with light over, wc, heated towel rail and extractor fan.
OutsideGenerous size south facing garden, mostly lawn, with brick paved terrace. The garden is enclosed but the resident would be responsible for ensuring that dogs do not escape. Shed - not maintained or repaired by the landlord.
AvailabilityAvailable from 1st October 2023
Unfurnished. Please note that white goods and curtains / blinds will not be provided by the landlord
Assured Shorthold Tenancy for a minimum of twelve months.
Sorry, not suitable for: smokers. Pets considered on application.
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ServicesServices: Mains Electricity and Water. Drainage - tbc
Broadband: BT indicates up to 900 mbps download available (not checked or warranted)
Local Authority: South Oxfordshire District Council
Council Tax Band: E £2,632.78 pa 2023 / 2024
EPC Rating: E42
Terms and ConditionsManagement Status: The Landlord manages the property
Rent: payable per calendar month in advance. In addition the tenant shall be responsible for all Council Tax, Utility and Telephone / Broadband costs, including private drainage where applicable
Pets: Where a Landlord grants consent for a pet to be kept at the property, the Landlord may ask for a higher rent to be paid to reflect the additional wear and tear of a pet being kept at the property.
Security deposit payable: Five weeks rent where the rent is up to £50,000 pa, / six weeks rent where the rent is £50,000 or more.
Deposit amount: £2,307.00 based on a rental amount of £2,000 pcm
Holding deposit: A holding deposit of one week's rent will be requested to secure the property following acceptance of an offer.
Holding deposit: £461.00 based on a rental amount of £2,000.00 pcm
Costs and ChargesThe tenant may be asked to pay the following costs:
Alterations to the Agreement: Where tenant/s request a change to the terms of the tenancy agreement after the Agreement has been signed, a fee of up to £50.00 including VAT may be charged for each alteration requested.
Early surrender: Where tenant/s request an early surrender of the tenancy or a change of joint tenant, consent may be granted subject to conditions, and the outgoing tenant will be required to pay agents fees and reletting costs.
Default fees: Loss of keys or security devices. The tenant will be asked to pay for replacement keys, locks or security devices where they are lost, damaged or broken by the tenant.
Rental payments: Where the tenant is in default of rent payments, a reasonable default charge may be made, based on the reasonable costs incurred in recovering the unpaid rent. Interest maybe charged at a maximum of 3.0% above Bank of England base rate.
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