21 LONDON ROAD, BALCOMBE

21 LONDON ROADBalcombeWest Sussex, RH17 6PZ

Entrance hall • Sitting room • Dining room/StudyKitchen/breakfast room • Utility Room • Cloakroom

Bedroom 1 • Bedroom 2 • BathroomLawned front garden • Rear garden • Outhouse

Timber store • Off road parking in communal area

Crawley and Haywards Heath are within 5 and 6 miles respectively

A well presented detached brick and tile cottage situated on the northern outskirts of Balcombe

SITUATION21 London Road is within a short drive of the popular Sussex village of Balcombe and offers excellent transport connections and local amenities. Crawley and Haywards Heath lie within 5 miles and 6 miles respectively.

Balcombe offers a range of local shopping facilities, a hairdressers and a public house. Further more comprehensive shopping and recreational amenities are available in both Crawley and Haywards Heath.

Balcombe station is within a short drive and provides a regular service to London (Victoria, London Bridge and Thameslink services). The M23 ( j10a) and Gatwick Airport are easily accessible.

The property falls within the catchment area of Balcombe CofE Primary School which has an Ofsted Rating of ‘Good’. Secondary Schooling is available in East Grinstead and Haywards Heath with private schools Worth Independent Catholic School, Ardingly College and Handcross all closeby.

DESCRIPTION21 London Road was extensively refurbished and modernised to a high standard in 2015 which included a new central heating system, the installation of a new kitchen and bathroom suite, a full redecoration programme and new carpets.

Ground floorPart glazed UPVC front door to :Entrance hall with painted brick flooring.Sitting room A double aspect room overlooking the front garden with brick open fireplace and wooden surround together with a good sized understairs cupboard.Dining room/study An excellent dual purpose room with a pleasant outlook to the rear garden.Kitchen/breakfast room A Modern white ‘Shaker’ style fitted kitchen with under unit downlighters, a ceramic sink with mixer tap and a marble effect laminate worksurface. There is an integrated electric oven with hob and extractor hood over, space and plumbing for dishwasher and space for fridge/freezer. In addition there is space for a breakfast table or additional kitchen furniture.Utility room A useful space with cupboard units and stainless steel sink and space for a washing machine. A part glazed UPVC door leads out into the garden.Cloakroom WC and wash hand basin. Landing.Bedroom 1 (Double) With cast iron feature fireplace and built in wardrobe. Access to under eave storage space housing hot water cylinder.Bedroom 2 (Double) Boasting a great view towards adjoining countryside. Access to under eaves storage space.Bathroom A fantastic bathroom suite with WC, pedestal wash hand basin with shaver light over, and a bath with telephone style attachment bordered by cream brick tiles.

OUTSIDEThe property has excellent outdoor space including a lawned front garden enclosed by walling and a hawthorn hedge leading by a brick paved path to the rear garden which is predominantly laid to lawn with various shrubs and trees with a timber outhouse suitable for storage. Beyond the rear garden is a more substantial lawned area enclosed by hedging and post and rail fence with a timber store and gravelled path. Off road parking is available in the communal parking area to the rear.

TENANCYThe property is to be let unfurnished on an Assured Shorthold Tenancy for an initial period of 12 months with a view to continuing monthly thereafter by agreement.

01342 410122www.rhrwclutton.com92 High Street East Grinstead West Sussex RH19 3DF

NOTICE: RH & RW Clutton (and their joint agents where applicable) for themselves and for the vendors or lessors of this property for whom they act, give notice that (i) these particulars are a general outline only, for the guidance of prospective tenants or purchasers, and do not constitute the whole or any part of an offer or contract. (ii) RH & RW Clutton cannot guarantee the accuracy of any description, dimensions, references to condition and other details contained herein and prospective purchasers or tenants must not rely on them as statements of fact or representations and must satisfy themselves as to their accuracy. (iii) the vendor does not make or give, and neither RH & RW Clutton nor any person in the employ of RH & RW Clutton has any authority to make or give any representation or warranty in relation to this property. Property particulars prepared February 2017

DEPOSITA deposit equivalent to 2 months rent will be required prior to the commencement of the tenancy. This will be held by RH & RW Clutton under the Tenancy Deposit Scheme. The deposit will be refunded at the termination of the tenancy, subject to the property being given up in a satisfactory condition and with no rent arrears. The deposit may not be used in lieu of rent by the tenant.

The rent shall be £1,250 per calendar month payable monthly in advance by standing order.

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

OUTGOINGS & SERVICESThe tenant will be responsible for the payment of all outgoings including Council Tax (Band D) which is payable to Mid Sussex District Council. Mains electricity and water. Drainage is to a private shared system. The central heating system is oil fired.

PETSPets will only be permitted with the Landlord’s specific written permission.

REFERENCESFinancial and personal references will be required, as well as a reference from a previous landlord, if applicable. An administration fee of £200 inclusive of VAT will be charged to include the referencing of two prospective tenants, additional prospective tenant references will be charged at £30 inclusive of VAT per application. Please be advised that this fee is non-refundable and does not form part of a holding deposit. Prospective tenants will be required to complete an application form in full.

VIEWINGStrictly by appointment with the sole agentRH & RW Clutton - 01342 410122