The Lane, West Mersea
- PROPERTY TYPE
Cottage
- BEDROOMS
3
- BATHROOMS
1
- SIZE
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- TENUREDescribes how you own a property. There are different types of tenure - freehold, leasehold, and commonhold.Read more about tenure in our glossary page.
Freehold
Key features
- Charming Three Double Bedroom Cottage
- Grade Two Listed
- Rarely Available Location
- Some Original Features Retained
- Short Walk To The Anchorage
- Living Room
- Ground Floor Bathroom and First Floor Cloakroom
- Driveway With Parking For Two Cars
Description
If considering buying with a mortgage, inspect and consider the property carefully with your lender before bidding.
A Buyer Information Pack is provided. The winning bidder will pay £349.00 including VAT for this pack which you must view before bidding.
The buyer signs a Reservation Agreement and makes payment of a non-refundable Reservation Fee of 4.5% of the purchase price including VAT, subject to a minimum of £6,600.00 including VAT. This is paid to reserve the property to the buyer during the Reservation Period and is paid in addition to the purchase price. This is considered within calculations for Stamp Duty Land Tax.
Services may be recommended by the Agent or Auctioneer in which they will receive payment from the service provider if the service is taken. Payment varies but will be no more than £450.00. These services are optional.
Gossip Cottage is a charming Grade II listed property, believed to date back to the 17th century. Retaining its rich historical character, the cottage showcases its heritage with delightful period features, including multi-pane windows, parallel ridge and gable roofs, exposed beams, and a magnificent inglenook fireplace that serves as the heart of the home.
The ground floor offers a traditional layout, beginning with a quaint country-style kitchen, thoughtfully designed to complement the cottage’s character. There is space for a gas range cooker and plumbing for a washing machine, ensuring practicality alongside its rustic charm. The lounge is a warm and inviting space, featuring attractive dual-aspect windows that allow natural light to flood in, along with original exposed beams that add to the home's unique ambiance.
The first floor comprises two double bedrooms, both boasting charming period detai
Externally, the cottage benefits from off-road parking for two vehicles, with additional space to accommodate a small boat. The southerly facing rear garden enjoys sunlight throughout the day, designed for ease of maintenance with a predominately decked layout, perfect for al fresco dining and relaxation.
Situated in an enviable location on Mersea Island, Gossip Cottage is ideally positioned for those who appreciate coastal living. The nearby sailing facilities offer an active lifestyle, while the renowned Oyster Bar, just a short walk away, provides the finest fresh seafood dishes. With the beach and promenade at the end of The Lane, this beautiful character home offers the perfect blend of history, charm, and modern-day convenience.
For An Internal Inspection Please Contact Oakheart Mersea Island.
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The Lane, West Mersea- COUNCIL TAXA payment made to your local authority in order to pay for local services like schools, libraries, and refuse collection. The amount you pay depends on the value of the property.Read more about council Tax in our glossary page.
- Band: B
- PARKINGDetails of how and where vehicles can be parked, and any associated costs.Read more about parking in our glossary page.
- Yes
- GARDENA property has access to an outdoor space, which could be private or shared.
- Yes
- ACCESSIBILITYHow a property has been adapted to meet the needs of vulnerable or disabled individuals.Read more about accessibility in our glossary page.
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About Oakheart Property, Mersea Island, covering Tiptree & Rowhedge
34a Barfield Road, West Mersea, CO5 8QT
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Auction Fees: The purchase of this property may include associated fees not listed here, as it is to be sold via auction. To find out more about the fees associated with this property please call Oakheart Property, Mersea Island, covering Tiptree & Rowhedge on 01206 581881.
*Guide Price: An indication of a seller's minimum expectation at auction and given as a “Guide Price” or a range of “Guide Prices”. This is not necessarily the figure a property will sell for and is subject to change prior to the auction.
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