House For Rent £1,495
An exceptionally unique and very attractive 3 bedroom semi-detached Ragstone style cottage set in a rural location just outside the village of Boughton Monchelsea.
Dating from circa 1860, the house exhibits period details such as working and feature fireplaces, wood latch doors and sash windows, along with modern conveniences such as a new wood burning stove in the sitting room and a new pellet boiler in the kitchen which provides the property with hot water and heating.
This lovely property sits in a generous plot, with the rear garden mostly laid to lawn and enclosed by close board fencing. It offers a blank canvas for those green fingered amongst us. To the side of the property is a driveway which comfortably provides parking for two vehicles. There is also an Electric Vehicle charger installed at the property.
FEATURES
- Entrance hall into sitting room, wood burning stove housed in wood fire surround with tiled hearth, double glazed sash window and door to lane (not currently in use)
- Double aspect dining room with stairway to first floor and trap door to cellar
- Cellar with concrete floor and good ceiling height
- Kitchen with white painted base and wall units, wood work surfaces, ceramic wall and floor tiles, floor standing wood pellet boiler, larder cupboard and door to rear garden
- First floor double bedroom with feature fireplace, double glazed sash window and cupboard
- Cloakroom with WC and hand basin with vanity unit
- Bathroom with bath, separate shower, and hand basin with vanity unit
- Study/dressing room area with 2nd set of stairs leading to
- Further double bedroom with fitted wardrobes and double glazed window overlooking garden
- Generous sized garden with small pond and two sheds
SITUATION
This cottage is situated on a quiet lane on the outskirts of the village of Boughton Monchelsea. The village offers a number of services including a village shop with Post Office, village pub, farm shop with fresh produce and local brewery producing fine beers, the Parish Church of St Peters, recreation ground and primary school.
There are plenty of scenic walks including The Greensand Way which offers an outstanding hilly walking experience with a good mix of woodland, farmland and views over the Weald.
The nearby County Town of Maidstone is a short drive away and offers a comprehensive range of shops, restaurants, public houses and amenities including the Hazlitt Theatre, and Mote Park with its extensive grounds, leisure and recreational facilities.
A variety of state and private schools in the area catering for children of all ages include Sutton Valence Junior and Senior Schools, Boughton Monchelsea Primary School and numerous secondary and grammar schools in Maidstone.
Maidstone and Staplehurst stations provide frequent commuter services to London Bridge, Cannon Street and Charing Cross with journey times from under an hour. The A21 and the M20 give access to the M25 for Heathrow and Gatwick Airports, Ashford International, coastal ports and the city.
Staplehurst 4 miles
Maidstone 5.8 miles
M20 6.6 miles
London 46 miles
(All distances are approximate)
PROPERTY INFORMATION
- Services: Mains electricity, water, private drainage
- Local Authority: Maidstone Borough Council
- Council Tax band: E (2022/23)
- EPC D
- Pets considered
-EV point
AVAILABLE NOW
RELEVANT LETTINGS FEES AND TENANT PROTECTION INFORMATION
As well as paying the rent, you may also be required to make the following permitted payments
Pre-Tenancy Fees (Payable to Jackson-Stops)
- Holding Deposit: 1 week’s rent
- Security Deposit: 5 or 6 weeks’ rent
During The Tenancy (Payable to Jackson-Stops)
- Variation of Contract: Payment of £50 (inc.VAT) if you want change the tenancy agreement
- Unpaid Rent: Payment of interest for the later payment of rent as a rate of 3% above the Bank of England Base rate
- Lost Key(s) or other security devises: Tenants are liable to the actual cost of replacing any lost key(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).
- Change of Sharer: Payment of £50 (inc.VAT) per replacement tenant or any reasonable cost incurred if higher.
- Early Termination: Liable to the Landlord for the 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.
Dating from circa 1860, the house exhibits period details such as working and feature fireplaces, wood latch doors and sash windows, along with modern conveniences such as a new wood burning stove in the sitting room and a new pellet boiler in the kitchen which provides the property with hot water and heating.
This lovely property sits in a generous plot, with the rear garden mostly laid to lawn and enclosed by close board fencing. It offers a blank canvas for those green fingered amongst us. To the side of the property is a driveway which comfortably provides parking for two vehicles. There is also an Electric Vehicle charger installed at the property.
FEATURES
- Entrance hall into sitting room, wood burning stove housed in wood fire surround with tiled hearth, double glazed sash window and door to lane (not currently in use)
- Double aspect dining room with stairway to first floor and trap door to cellar
- Cellar with concrete floor and good ceiling height
- Kitchen with white painted base and wall units, wood work surfaces, ceramic wall and floor tiles, floor standing wood pellet boiler, larder cupboard and door to rear garden
- First floor double bedroom with feature fireplace, double glazed sash window and cupboard
- Cloakroom with WC and hand basin with vanity unit
- Bathroom with bath, separate shower, and hand basin with vanity unit
- Study/dressing room area with 2nd set of stairs leading to
- Further double bedroom with fitted wardrobes and double glazed window overlooking garden
- Generous sized garden with small pond and two sheds
SITUATION
This cottage is situated on a quiet lane on the outskirts of the village of Boughton Monchelsea. The village offers a number of services including a village shop with Post Office, village pub, farm shop with fresh produce and local brewery producing fine beers, the Parish Church of St Peters, recreation ground and primary school.
There are plenty of scenic walks including The Greensand Way which offers an outstanding hilly walking experience with a good mix of woodland, farmland and views over the Weald.
The nearby County Town of Maidstone is a short drive away and offers a comprehensive range of shops, restaurants, public houses and amenities including the Hazlitt Theatre, and Mote Park with its extensive grounds, leisure and recreational facilities.
A variety of state and private schools in the area catering for children of all ages include Sutton Valence Junior and Senior Schools, Boughton Monchelsea Primary School and numerous secondary and grammar schools in Maidstone.
Maidstone and Staplehurst stations provide frequent commuter services to London Bridge, Cannon Street and Charing Cross with journey times from under an hour. The A21 and the M20 give access to the M25 for Heathrow and Gatwick Airports, Ashford International, coastal ports and the city.
Staplehurst 4 miles
Maidstone 5.8 miles
M20 6.6 miles
London 46 miles
(All distances are approximate)
PROPERTY INFORMATION
- Services: Mains electricity, water, private drainage
- Local Authority: Maidstone Borough Council
- Council Tax band: E (2022/23)
- EPC D
- Pets considered
-EV point
AVAILABLE NOW
RELEVANT LETTINGS FEES AND TENANT PROTECTION INFORMATION
As well as paying the rent, you may also be required to make the following permitted payments
Pre-Tenancy Fees (Payable to Jackson-Stops)
- Holding Deposit: 1 week’s rent
- Security Deposit: 5 or 6 weeks’ rent
During The Tenancy (Payable to Jackson-Stops)
- Variation of Contract: Payment of £50 (inc.VAT) if you want change the tenancy agreement
- Unpaid Rent: Payment of interest for the later payment of rent as a rate of 3% above the Bank of England Base rate
- Lost Key(s) or other security devises: Tenants are liable to the actual cost of replacing any lost key(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).
- Change of Sharer: Payment of £50 (inc.VAT) per replacement tenant or any reasonable cost incurred if higher.
- Early Termination: Liable to the Landlord for the 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.
