A delightful, 3 bedroom, 2 reception room, detached character cottage enjoying a tucked away position in the centre of the popular village of Shebbear. Oil fired centrally heated and part double glazed with off road parking, and beautiful mature good sized gardens enjoying some nice degrees of privacy. The whole plot extends to approximately 0.19 acres. Available from the 13th June 25 on a long term let. EPC EThe friendly village of Shebbear lies amidst glorious unspoilt countryside, and offers a traditional range of village amenities including the well respected primary school, general stores, popular pub, place of worship, daily mobile Post Office etc. In addition the well known public school of Shebbear College is situated on the edge of the village. The busy market town of Holsworthy with its Waitrose supermarket is some 10 miles. Bude on the North Cornish Coast with its safe sandy surfing beaches is some 18 miles. The port and market town of Bideford is some 14 miles, whilst Okehampton, Dartmoor and the A30 dual carriageway is some 20 miles. The Cathedral and University City of Exeter with its motorway, rail and air links is some 40 miles distant.DirectionsFrom Holsworthy proceed on the A3072 Hatherleigh road and just after 4 miles, upon reaching Brandis Corner, turn left signed Shebbear. Follow this road and the signs to Shebbear, and upon reaching Shebbear square take the right hand turning in front of the Devil Stone Inn whereupon, after approximately 100 yards, the lane to Myrtle Cottage can be found on the right hand side. Follow the lane and the property will be seen straight ahead. Viewers are requested to park in Ackland Road as there is limited turning area available at the property.The Accommodation Comprises (All Measurements Are Approximate):-Entrance PorchTimber entrance door. 2 windows.Entrance Hall/Study (16' 0" x 7' 11")Radiator. Stairs rising to the First Floor. Window over stairs. Beamed ceiling. Wall lights.Lounge (15' 11" x 15' 0")2 double glazed windows, and French doors opening out to the front. 2 opaque windows. Brick feature fireplace housing a lpg gas stove (disconnected). Wood cladding to ceiling with spotlights and loft access. 2 radiators. TV point.Dining Room (15' 5" x 9' 2")Window to rear, and 2 windows to front. Stone fireplace with original bread oven opening housing a lpg gas stove (disconnected).Kitchen (15' 11" x 9' 10")Wall and base units with worktop over and tiled splashbacking. Stainless steel sink. Oven and ceramic hob. Breakfast Bar. 2 double glazed windows to front, and door to rear. Spotlights. Space and plumbing for washing machine. Cupboard housing the newly installed metal fuse board. Radiator.Rear PorchWindow and door to yard.CloakroomLow level WC. Wash hand basin. Opaque window. Extractor fan.First Floor Landing2 windows. Loft access. Airing cupboard.Bedroom 1 (13' 9" x 12' 0")Double glazed window. Radiator. Feature fireplace.Bedroom 2 (12' 5" x 9' 5")Double glazed window. Radiator. Feature timber panelling to wall.Bedroom 3 (9' 9" x 7' 7")Double glazed window. Radiator.BathroomLow level WC. Pedestal wash hand basin. Bath with screen and electric "Triton" shower over. Aquaboarding to walls. Spotlights. Opaque window. Radiator.Store (8' 8" x 7' 9")Sink. Door to front, and door to rear yard.OutsideThe property is approached via a track. Twin timber gates open onto the hardstanding parking area. Oil fired boiler and tank. The mature gardens enjoy some good elements of privacy with lots of mature trees and shrubbery. At the rear is a small yard. The whole plot extends to approximately 0.19 acres.ServicesMains water, electricity, and drainage.Council BandBand 'C' (please note this council band may be subject to reassessment).EPC RatingRating E.Rental ConditionsRent: £1,100.00 pcmdeposit: £1,269.00Property let as seen - available from the 13th June 2025 on a long term let.A verifiable household income of at least £33,000.00 per annum is required to be considered.References will be required.Please Note Permitted Payments:- Holding deposit, equivalent to one week's rent, to secure property. This will go towards the first month's rent providing that you do not withdraw from your application, do not provide inaccurate information, fail to disclose vital information or fail to proceed with the tenancy within a reasonable time frame.- £50 Inc. VAT administration fee for any changes to the tenancy (when requested by the tenant).- Early termination fee (only when agreed in writing from the landlord), £50 Inc. VAT administration fee plus any agreed reasonable costs (as agreed with landlord).- Lost Keys / Security Devices, replacement will be charged at the reasonable cost to the tenant.- Late rent. We reserve the right to (truncated)
Pets are by individual negotiation. However, if pets are accepted on application there will be a pet rent rate applicable per calendar month from the start of the tenancy.
References will be required.
Permitted Payments:
- Holding deposit, equivalent to one week's rent, to secure property. This will go towards the first month's rent providing that you do not withdraw your application, do not provide inaccurate information, fail to disclose vital information or fail to proceed with the tenancy within a reasonable time frame.
- £50 incl VAT administration fee for any changes to the tenancy (when requested by the tenant).
- Early termination fee (only when agreed in writing from the landlord), £50 incl VAT administration fee plus any agreed reasonable costs (as agreed with landlord).
- Lost Keys / Security Devices; replacement will be charged at cost to the tenant.
- Late rent. Bond Oxborough Phillips reserve the right to charge interest; this can be added to each day after the rent due date, charged at an annual percentage rate of +3% above the Bank of England base rate until full payment is made.
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Bond Oxborough Phillips Holsworthy are members of The Property Ombudsman. Membership No: R00193-6