Main Street, Cockermouth, CA13

WITH LARGE SASH WINDOWS overlooking the Main Street this is a smashing light and airy two bedroomed flat which offers some great space, perfect for a professional person or couple.
You're in amongst the action of the town centre with a great selection of shops, bars and eateries, all within minutes of your front door!
The flat has been well maintained, is perfectly well presented and certainly has a few quirks which will make you smile!
Come and have a look!

THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW

Gas central heating and secondary glazing.

ACCESS

The property is accessed via a shared courtyard which leads to a timber staircase with stairs to the first floor.

ENTRANCE

uPVC door leads into:

SMALL ENTRANCE LOBBY

With stairs to the second floor.

LANDING

A spacious landing with a small window above the door overlooking the rear, white painted doors into each room, bookcase attached to the wall which leads to:

LARGE WALK-IN CUPBOARD

Concealed behind the bookcase is a walk in cupboard with wall mounted gas boiler, window to the side and great storage space.

LOUNGE

With ??? and slate hearth and surround and space for an electric heater. Parquet floor, large sash window overlooking the front, television point, wall lights and coving.

KITCHEN

Fitted with a range of base and wall units in white gloss with black laminate worktop over and cream ceramic tile splashback. Includes 1.5 bowl stainless steel sink unit, space for two appliances, freestanding electric cooker with extractor fan over. Dining table and space for breakfast bar stools, two windows overlooking the rear and timber beams.

BEDROOM ONE

??? double bedroom to the front with built-in cupboards with sliding doors with mirror fronts and additional cupboard.

BEDROOM TWO

With feature fireplace in mahogany with matching dado rail and picture rail, large sash window overlooking the front and telephone point.

BATHROOM

Fitted with cast iron bath and electric shower over, low level WC and pedestal wash basin. Fitted with cream ceramic tiles and includes shelving, two windows and vinyl floor covering.

DIRECTIONS

The property is located on Main Street in Cockermouth town centre.

COUNCIL TAX

Cumberland Council (0300 373 3730) advise that this property is in Tax Band A.

THE RENT

Rent is paid on a calendar monthly basis, in advance, and excludes charges for Services, Council Tax etc.

DAMAGE DEPOSIT

A deposit will be paid by the tenant, prior to the commencement of the tenancy, equivalent to five weeks rent and it will be returned at the end of the tenancy providing there is no damage, the Inventory is correct and there are no rent arrears. The deposit will be held by the Deposit Protection Service (a custodial service scheme in accordance with the Tenancy Deposit Legislation) and returned to you as per the Tenancy Agreement.

THE TENANCY

The property is offered on a 6 month Assured Shorthold Tenancy.

THE CONSUMER PROTECTION REGULATIONS 2008

Please contact us before viewing the property. If there is any point of particular importance to you we will be pleased to provide additional information or to make further enquiries. We will also confirm that the property remains available for viewing. This is particularly important if you are contemplating travelling some distance.

APPLICATIONS

Applications for the tenancy are to be made to Grisdales. The application form is on our website please go to www.grisdales.co.uk, Tenants, Tenancy Application form. Please complete this form electronically and once we have received it we will discuss your application with the landlord and then arrange a viewing of the property. If the landlord decides to proceed with your application and requests that you are referenced you will need to complete a further online application form for Goodlord, our reference provider. References will then be carried out which can take up to 7 days.

HOLDING DEPOSIT

Grisdales takes a Holding Deposit from a tenant to reserve a property. This is one weeks rent and for this property will be ?121.00. This Holding Deposit will be held for up to 15 days (what is known as Deadline for Agreement). From taking the Holding Deposit the tenancy agreement must be entered into (signed by both parties and dated) before the Deadline for Agreement. However, Grisdales can agree with the tenant in writing that a different date (for example an extension) is to be the Deadline for Agreement. Please make your own enquiries as to when the Holding Deposit can be repaid to you and when it can be retained by Grisdales. Should the tenancy commence, unless the tenant advises otherwise in writing, it is agreed that the amount of the Holding Deposit will be deducted from the first payment of rent.

PROOF OF IDENTITY

When you apply for a property to rent through Grisdales, you will be required to PERSONALLY provide identification in its ORIGINAL format. This can be in the form of: Valid passport Valid photo card driving licence National Insurance Certificate Firearms Certificate Birth Certificate

WHO WILL LOOK AFTER THE PROPERTY?

The property will be managed by your landlord.

INSURANCE

You are required to have sufficient means to cover your liability for the Landlord s fixtures and fittings as set out in the Tenancy Agreement. Sufficient means includes a sum of money available to put right any damage, or alternatively you could purchase a suitable insurance policy to cover this liability.The Landlord s insurance policy does not cover your possessions within the property. You are advised to consider the need for Tenants Insurance, which usually includes cover for your own possessions and accidental damage to the Landlord s items. Please see Grisdales for full details on this.The Landlord will not be responsible for any damage caused to your belongings unless it is caused by an act or omission by the Landlord or Agent, which invalidates any insurance you do have.

RENTAL PROTECTION PLAN

Have you ever thought how you d cover the cost of your rent if you were to become ill or injured and were unable to work? Taking out Rental Protection Plan is a great way to protect yourself, or the ones you love, should the unexpected happen during the length of the plan Ask for a FREE appointment to discuss this plan with Kirsty, our Protection Specialist.