St. Bridgets Close, Brigham, Cockermouth

Located in the new development known as St Bridget's Close in Brigham it's handy for the A66 to the west as well as Cockermouth and Lake District, there's a bus stop nearby and it's within half a mile of Brigham Primary School and within the catchment of Cockermouth Academy.

This fabulous three bedroomed semi-detached house is absolutely perfect and wants for nothing. There are easy to maintain gardens, off road parking and a single garage and inside you'll find a high spec kitchen, light and airy lounge with patio doors and upstairs three bedrooms (one with an en-suite) and a perfectly fitted bathroom.

You won't find anything more perfect!

Entrance - Door leading into:

Hallway - With useful under-stairs cupboard and stairs to first floor. Doors leading to cloakroom, lounge and kitchen.

Cloakroom - With wash basin and wc. Tiled floor.

Lounge/Dining Room - 4.70 x 4.61 (15'5" x 15'1" ) - With patio doors to rear; telephone and television points. Ample space for a dining table.

Kitchen - 3.34 x 2.26 (10'11" x 7'4") - A lovely range of base and wall units in beige gloss with wood effect laminate work surface and including integrated electric oven; 4 ring gas hob with extractor fan over; dishwasher; fridge/freezer. Plumbing for washing machine and concealed Worcester boiler. 1 1/2 bowl stainless steel sink; spotlighting and wood effect vinyl floor covering.

Stairs/Landing - Attractive staircase in natural oak and white leads to the first floor landing with useful airing cupboard.

Bedroom 1 - 3.42 x 2.75 (11'2" x 9'0") - Double to the rear with television point; door leading into:

En-Suite Shower - With shower cubicle; wash hand basin; chrome ladder radiator; beige tiled floor; part tiled walls; spotlighting.

Bedroom 2 - 3.33 x 2.58 (10'11" x 8'5") - Front double.

Bedroom 3 - 2.29 x 2.13 (7'6" x 6'11" ) - Front single.

Family Bathroom - 2.36 x 1.69 (7'8" x 5'6") - With bath and shower over; wash basin and low level wc. Chrome ladder style radiator; spotlighting and tiled floor; part tiled walls.

External - Off road parking for 2 cars; single garage. There are simple gardens, generally laid to lawn, to the front of the property. To the rear is a path with raised gravel area (not suitable for use as there is no access).

Facilities - Gas central heating.
Double glazing.

Directions - From Cockermouth take the A66 towards Workington and at the Brigham/Broughton junction turn left towards Brigham. Continue up the road, passing the church, and follow as the road bears right. In 100 yards, St Bridget's Close is on the right hand side and No 1 is immediately on the left.

Council Tax - We have been advised by Allerdale Borough Council ) that the Tax Band for the property is C.

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

The Consumer Protection Regulations 2008/Viewings - 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. This is particularly important if you are contemplating travelling some distance to view the property.
 
*Please note these details have yet to be approved by the landlord.

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.

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 £213
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

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

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.
 
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.
 
It is recommended that you hold adequate insurance to protect against accidental damage caused by the Tenant to the Landlords Fixtures and Fittings at the premises as described in the Inventory. You should also consider insuring your own possessions. Please speak to Grisdales for further information.

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 an FREE appointment to discuss this plan with Lewis Morgan, our Protection Specialist.

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

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

What Happens Next? - Please see our website for further information.

Mortgage Advice Bureau - Grisdales work with Mortgage Advice Bureau, one of the UK’s largest award winning mortgage brokers, offering expert professional advice to find the right mortgage for you. We have access to over 11,000 mortgages from over 90 different lenders across the UK. Our advice will be specifically tailored to your needs and circumstances which could be for your first home, moving home, re-mortgaging or investing in property.

Mortgage Advice Bureau – Doing what’s right for you.

Your home may be repossessed if you do not keep up repayments on your mortgage. There will be a fee for mortgage advice. The actual amount you pay will depend upon your circumstances.

To find out how we can help you realise your dreams, just call your nearest Grisdales office.

Covid-19 Viewing Guidelines - Covid restrictions have been reduced in recent months but we are still conscious that we, and prospective purchasers/tenants, are entering our clients' homes. With this in mind, we would ask that masks are still worn wherever possible. We would also ask that you notify us, prior to any appointment, if you are displaying any symptoms of Covid 19 so that the appointment can be re-arranged.