Hammerwood, West Sussex

A beautifully refurbished two bedroom bungalow, nestled in the Gotwick Manor Estate, with its own front and rear garden. Modern kitchen, stylish bathrooms, woodburner. Parking.

SITUATION
Quince Cottage forms part of a collection of properties nestled in a private secluded location within the Gotwick Manor Estate, with easy access to many beautiful country walks. Hammerwood is just outside East Grinstead and on the way to Tunbridge Wells. It is close to Dormansland which has local shopping facilities, including a Post Office, and Dormans station provides mainline rail services to London (Victoria and London Bridge) in around an hour. East Grinstead offers a comprehensive range of shopping, dining and recreational facilities together with a mainline rail station serving London (also via Dormans).It is a short drive to the A22 which provides connections to London and the South Coast, the M23 (11 miles), Gatwick Airport (10 miles) and the M25 at Godstone (11 miles).

There is a range of popular state and private schools in the area including primary and secondary schooling in and around East Grinstead.

DESCRIPTION
Quince Cottage is a charming semi-detached bungalow that has been extensively refurbished to a high specification. The modern Shaker-style kitchen overlooks the rear garden and includes a built-in electric oven with ceramic hob over and an integrated fridge/freezer, with space and plumbing for a dishwasher and washing machine. The bathroom is fitted with a contemporary white suite and stylish fittings. The reception room, featuring a fireplace with inset woodburner, provides comfortable living and dining space. There are two double bedrooms. The rear hall leads out to steps down into the garden.

OUTSIDE
There is a fully enclosed rear garden which be laid to lawn, with some mature shrubs, a terraced area and with an attractive wooded backdrop. A gate provides side access from the estate driveway. Parking for two private vehicles is available in a nearby communal parking area, just a short walk from the property.

VIEWING
Strictly by prior appointment with the landlord’s letting agents, RH & RW Clutton ).

TENANCY
The property is to be let unfurnished.

TENANCY APPLICATIONS & HOLDING DEPOSIT
Prospective tenants will be required to complete a preliminary application form should they wish to be considered for a tenancy. If you are successful in your initial application, RH & RW Clutton will collect the Holding Deposit (equivalent to one week’s rent) and will issue third-party referencing forms for completion.

REFERENCING & RIGHT TO RENT CHECKS
Prospective tenants will need to be credit-checked and fully referenced to include a financial and personal references and references from a previous landlord, if applicable. Copies of identification documents will be required as proof of identity to satisfy the Right to Rent Legislation and a utility bill will be required as proof of registered address.

MAINTENANCE
The tenant will be responsible for maintaining the interior of the house and the garden and hedges. The landlord will be responsible for the exterior and the structure.

TENANCY DEPOSIT
A deposit the equivalent to 5 weeks’ rent will be payable prior to the commencement of the tenancy. This will be registered by the landlord. The deposit will be refunded at the end of the tenancy, subject to the property being given up in a satisfactory condition and with no rent arrears or outstanding charges for which the tenant is responsible. The deposit may not be used in lieu of rent by the tenant.

ENERGY PERFORMANCE CERTIFICATE (EPC)
The property has been given an EPC rating of C.

SERVICES
Mains electricity and water. Central heating and hot water via a new air source heat pump system. The property is connected to a private, shared drainage system.

OUTGOINGS & OTHER CHARGES
For the duration of the tenancy, the tenant will be required to pay the Council Tax to Mid Sussex District Council (Band D), TV Licence, oil, and electricity directly to the suppliers. The portion of the charge for emptying the sewage treatment plant will be paid to the Landlord. For a full scale of RH & RW Cluttons Tenant Fees, please visit