Available furnished from the end of August, Old School House is a Grade II listed detached period property nestled in the peaceful hamlet of Cloford, just outside Frome. Years of restoration have created a relaxed family home that mixes old and new. It is both elegant and down to earth and very very peaceful and spacious.The front door opens into a stylish, contemporary kitchen featuring antique pine freestanding wooden units and an Everhot electric oven. Stone flooring with underfloor heating flows through the open-plan kitchen, dining, and sitting areas which are filled with natural light from doors that open out to the garden—making the kitchen the true heart of the home. A separate utility room provides additional storage and garden access.Adjacent to the kitchen is a cosy family room overlooking the front of the property. There is also a second sitting room and a study on this level, offering flexible living space ideal for families or those working from home.Upstairs, the principal bedroom boasts dual-aspect views of the gardens and nearby church, high ceilings, exposed beams, and an open roll-top bath and shower. There are three further generous double bedrooms, along with a stylish family bathroom. To check broadband and mobile phone coverage please visit Ofcom here
Permitted charges in accordance with the Tenant Fee Act 2019 for assured shorthold tenancy: Holding Deposit - Maximum one week’s rent (may go on to form part of advance rent) First month’s rent - In advance. Tenancy Deposit - 5 weeks of agreed rent up to £50k rent per annum or 6 weeks of rent over £50k. Early termination requested by the tenant - A charge not exceeding the financial loss experienced by the landlord. Late Rent - Interest charged at 3% above Bank of England base rate, when rent is more than 14 days late. Lost key or security device - Equivalent to cost incurred. Changing the tenancy documents (after the commencement of the tenancy) - £50 inc. VAT.
Non housing act tenancy fees (not affected by the Tenant Fee Act 2019) A Non Housing Act Tenancy is formed when one of the following criteria is in place: The annual rent exceeds £100,000. The property is occupied by an entity (Company let) rather that an individual. The property is not used as a main or primary home. There is a Resident Landlord. Tenancy Agreement and Setup Administration - £390 inc VAT. Check-in Fee checking into the property and reviewing inventory - Minimum of £130.80 inc VAT. Enhanced Reference Fee (per person or company) - £60 inc VAT. Tenancy Continuation - £150 inc VAT. Change of Sharer - £120 inc VAT. Early Termination - £150 inc VAT. Late payment of rent - Interest will be charged at 3% above the Bank of England base rate. Guarantor Referencing Fee - £60 inc VAT per guarantor. Deed of Guarantee - £50 inc VAT.
Stamp Duty Land Tax Payable on tenancies where the rent exceeds £125,000 During the tenancy you may expect to pay: Utilities (gas, electricity, water) Council Tax Broadband, telephone, television licence Subscription to cable/satellite supplier Insurance (for your personal and own contents) Garden maintenance Parking permits
Please note: The Initial Monies will be confirmed and must be paid by debit card or bank transfer. We are unable to accept cash. Hamptons is a member of Propertymark and your monies are covered by the Propertymark Client Money Protection Scheme and a member of a redress scheme provided by The Property Ombudsman.