2 Norwood Cottages, Norwood Lane, NG17 3JR

**Viewing strictly by appointment only - Interested applicants are requested to complete the initial application form. This information will help inform our selection process prior to arranging viewing appointments. - see brochure for contact details**

A delightful two-bedroom semi-detached cottage situated in the rural hamlet of Norwood, forming part of the historic Hardwick Hall Estate. Recently refreshed with new carpets and redecoration throughout, the property is well presented and offers comfortable accommodation comprising a kitchen, utility room, hallway, living room, family bathroom and two double bedrooms. Further benefits include oil-fired central heating, an outbuilding, private garden and off-road parking. Enjoying a peaceful countryside setting, this charming cottage is ideal for those seeking rural living.

The Location:
Sutton in Ashfield is 11 miles south of Chesterfield and 5 miles west of Mansfield, both provide a range of facilities and services. There is excellent access to attractive rural countryside as well as being well located for the Ml motorway (Junction 29) giving good access to the North and the South.

The National Trust:
The National Trust is Europe's leading conservation charity, and is committed to preserving special places for ever, for everyone. The Trust depends on the income it generates from its rental properties, and it could not deliver its core objectives without the support of its thousands of tenants and volunteers.

This property is part of Hardwick Hall Estate that came to the Trust in 1959. The Estate, best known for its legacy of Bess of Hardwick - the creator of the impressive Hall, which has more glass than walls. Further information about the Hardwick Estate and other local National Trust properties together with volunteering opportunities can be found by visiting our website.


The Property:
2 Norwood Cottages is one of a pair of attractive semi-detached properties, constructed of brick under a tile roof. The properties have retained many of their traditional features. The cottage has an oil-fired central heating system, mains water and electricity, drainage to a septic tank which is shared with the adjoining property. A wooden gate gives access to a shared parking area to the front of Norwood Cottages.

Ground Floor:
Kitchen:
A range of cream shaker style units, space for cooker and extractor above. Stainless steel sink with white splash back tiles and wood effect vinyl flooring. Space for under-counter fridge. There are no white goods included in the property letting. The boiler is housed in cupboards within the kitchen.

Utility:
Utility space with cream shaker style units and stainless steel sink. Space for washing machine and plumbing. Wood effect vinyl flooring.

Hallway:
Solid hardwood door leading to Kitchen and Dining Room.
Front door at western end of Hallway leads to garden. Under stairs cupboard with wood effect vinyl flooring.

Living Room:
Windows to the front elevation. Brick fireplace with multi-fuel burner and slate hearth. Floor to ceiling cupboard in chimney recess with shelves and double wooden doors. Carpeted.

Stairs & Landing:
With window to the front elevation. The stairs, landing and two bedrooms are all carpeted.

First Floor:

Bedroom 1:
Double room with cast iron fireplace (not in use) with tiled hearth. Large radiator and carpeted. Window to the front of the property.

Bedroom 2:
Double room with large radiator and window to the rear of the property. Carpeted.

Bathroom:
Spacious bathroom with white three-piece suite and shower over. Airing cupboard with hot water tank and shelving. Large radiator, vinyl flooring and window to the rear of the property.

Outside:
The outhouse is accessed externally from the rear of the property and houses the oil tank. Contains shallow stone sink, external sockets and shelving.

Garden mainly to lawn to the front and side of the property boasting mature trees and shrubs. Stone block paving to the front door and space for parking.

Services:
Outgoings and Council Tax:
The tenant is to pay Council Tax, and all other outgoings relating to the property. The property is in Band A for Council Tax. Broadband speeds vary and can be weak. Any prospective tenants would be advised to check with their provider.

Energy Performance Certificate:
An Energy Performance Certificate is available for this property in accordance with the Energy Performance of Buildings Regulations

The Tenancy:

Term:
The property is available to let under an Assured Shorthold Tenancy for an initial term of 6 months, after which there could be an opportunity for the term to be extended.

Rent :
The prospective tenant is asked to pay £900 per calendar month. The rent is to be payable by Direct Debit monthly in advance with the first payment being made on the commencement of the tenancy.

Rent reviews:
The National Trust carries out rent reviews of the property every two years to open market value.

Deposit:
The Tenant will not be required to pay a deposit or a holding deposit

Insurance:
The National Trust will be responsible for insuring the building but the Tenant will be responsible for insuring the contents.

Repairing Responsibilities (Summary):
The Trust will be responsible for repairs to the structure, exterior of the building, installations for the supply of services, external decoration.

The Tenant will be responsible for internal repairs and decoration, garden, fences, drives, the cost of servicing appliances. The tenant will be responsible for ensuring that the septic tank is emptied as necessary.

Sub Letting:
The property shall be occupied as a single private residence only. There will be no right to assign, sub-let or part with possession for the whole or any part of the premises.

Pets:
Tenants must seek the landlord's permission for any animals or birds to be kept at the property.

Viewing strictly by appointment only - Interested applicants are requested to complete the initial application form. This information will help inform our selection process prior to arranging viewing appointments. - see brochure for contact details**

GDPR:
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As a Tenant of the National Trust, we will use your personal information to fulfil our contract with you. This may include, but is not limited to, sending you rental invoices, tenant and landlord correspondence, and contacting you with information about issues or activities relating to your lease. We will not pass your details to third parties except where you have provided explicit consent or where we need to do so in order to fulfil our legal or landlord responsibilities, for example if we need to send your address or contact details to a maintenance contractor so they can carry out repairs, or where we are required to liaise with Council Tax departments or Utilities companies at the beginning or end of a Tenancy.