Horsman Court, Cockermouth, CA13

A lovely, two bedroomed top floor flat located just on the edge of Cockermouth town centre. With the advantage of a security intercom system, allocated parking and a quick easy walk to the town centre. There s a cosy lounge, modern kitchen and bathroom and two double bedrooms with electric heating.

THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW

Electric heatingDouble glazingWhite painted doors throughout, with gold coloured ironmongery

ENTRANCE

Composite doors from both the front and rear of the development lead into the communal hallway, with stairs to the second floor. Door leading into:

VESTIBULE

Storage cupboard with hanging rail/hooks. Door leading into:

INNER HALLWAY

With access into the loft. Cupboard with cylinder tank and slatted shelving.

LOUNGE

With an aspect onto Horsman Street. Television point. Intercom system. Door leading into:

KITCHEN

Fitted with a range of base and wall units in pale grey with laminate worktop over with matching upstand. Includes stainless steel sink with mixer tap, washing machine, integrated electric oven with 4-ring electric hob over, black splashback and black extractor fan and ridge freezer. Vinyl floor covering. Sunhouse electric heater. Window into the courtyard.

BEDROOM 1

Double room with an aspect over Horsman Street.

BEDROOM 2

Double room with an aspect into the courtyard.

BATHROOM

Fitted with shower area with clear screens with wall mounted Dimplex shower and attachments. White wash basin with cream mixer tap set into vanity unit with two drawers below. Low level WC. Fully fitted throughout with waterproof panelling. Wall mounted mirror fronted medicine cupboard. Frosted window to the rear. Vinyl flooring. Black ladder style radiator. Extractor fan.

EXTERNALLY

Use of the share drying area within the courtyard.

PARKING

One allocated parking place.

DIRECTIONS

From Main Street proceed into Crown Street and Horsman Court can be located just after the roundabout and before Aldi on the left hand side. Turn into Horsman Street, immediately right through the archway and into the courtyard.

COUNCIL TAX

We have been advised by Cumberland Council (0303 123 1702) that this property is placed in Tax Band A.

VIEWING ARRANGEMENTS

To view this property, please contact us on 01900 829977

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 for from a tenant to reserve a property. This is one week's rent and for this property will be ?150.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 to speak with our Protection Specialist.

APPLICATIONS

Applications for the tenancy are to be made to Grisdales. The application form is on our website please go to www.grisdales.co.uk, 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

Grisdales works with The Right Advice Cumbria (Bulman Pollard) part of The Right Mortgage Ltd, one of the UK's fastest-growing Networks, offering expert professional advice to find the right mortgage for you. We have access to thousands of mortgages from across the whole market in 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. To find out more about how we can assist you, just call your nearest Grisdales office.Your home or property may be repossessed if you do not keep up repayments on your mortgage. Some forms of Buy to Let Mortgages are not regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. You may be charged a fee for mortgage advice. The actual amount you pay will depend upon your circumstances