Balgone Barns Farmhouse, Congalton, North Berwick, EH39 5NY

Detailed Description

The property is offered for let unfurnished and available for a long term let. New carpets, recently redecorated and presented in excellent, move in condition makes Balgone Barns an unmissable opportunity to live in a comfortable farmhouse in an enviable position enjoying stunning countryside with the ever popular town of North Berwick just a few miles away.

Currently the property comprises entrance porch and reception hall, sitting room, dining room, large kitchen with oil fired Aga, utility room, ample storage space and ground floor W/C.

On the first floor there are 5 double bedrooms and a large bathroom.
Additionally the property is single glazed throughout and benefits from oil fired central heating. Water and sewerage charges are included within the wider estate and will not be charged to the tenant.

Balgone Barns Farmhouse enjoys uninterrupted open views across the surrounding countryside and approximately 2 acres of private gardens. The gardens are a partcular feature and also include a garden shed and greenhouse.

The coastal town of North Berwick has been voted one of the best places to live in both Scotland and the wider UK, boasting magnificent sandy beaches, excellent golf courses and water sports facilities, all based around the vibrant town centre which has a good range of local shopping, restaurants, services and schools. North Berwick High School is a great draw to the town and there is also a well regarded primary school. Private education is available in East Lothian and also in Edinburgh which is easily accessible by regular train services which take approximately 31 minutes.
North Berwick is part of East Lothian's famous Golf Coast and is renowned for its golf courses. These include North Berwick West Links Golf Course and The Glen in the town itself. Other courses close by include Muirfield, The Renaissance Club, two courses at Archerfield and three courses at Gullane and Luffness.

Outside

The farmhouse has approximately 2 acre gardens around the property. Balgone Barns Farmhouse is located on a working farm.

Tenancy

After viewing interested parties should confirn their interest in the property with Savills. The landlord's preferred applicant will be reference checked through a tenancy referencing company.
1. The tenancy shall be a Private Residential Tenancy
2. The rent shall be payable monthly in advance by bank standing order.
3. A deposit of two month's rent will be payable in advance.
4. The tenant shall be responsible for the payment of the Council Tax or other rates levied by the Local Authority.
5. The property is to be occupied as a private dwelling and is not to be sub-let without the prior permission of the landlord.
6. The garden maintenance will be the responsibility of the tenant.
7. The tenant will be responsible for the costs of all utilities.
8. The landlord will insure the property against all fire but such insurance will not cover any contents or effects which the tenant may place in the subjects, the insurance of which will be the tenant's responsibility.
9. The tenant will be required to maintain the internal decoration to the same standard as at entry.
10. An inventory will be taken prior to entry.
11. Pets may be permitted at the discretion of the landlord.

Services

Oil Central Heating
Private Water and Drainage


Viewing

Viewing is strictly via the letting agent.

Location

Balgone Barns Farmhouse is a traditional 5 bed stone farmhouse located on the edge of a working farm in a picturesque, rural location close to North Berwick.