* Renovation Opportunity
* Detached Grade ll Listed Cottage
* Two Reception Rooms and connecting Bedrooms
* Title Plot approximately 0. 30 Acres
* Semi - Rural Location
* Open Countryside Views
* Good Garden Plot
* Freehold
* Restricted to external inspection until survey
* Renovation Opportunity
* Detached Grade ll Listed Cottage
* Two Reception Rooms and connecting Bedrooms
* Title Plot approximately 0. 30 Acres
* Semi - Rural Location
* Open Countryside Views
* Good Garden Plot
* Freehold
* Restricted to external inspection until survey
A Grade II listed historic Thatched Cottage, located to the East side of Mill
Road. Surrounded to the sides and rear by farmland enjoying pleasant views to
the east across Bedfordshire and towards the North Wolds valley. The Cottage
sits centrally in its garden plot, the Registered Title for the property
(BD236474) is approximately 0. 30 acres. The Cottage offers an estimated
combined floor area of approximately 609 sq. ft (56 sq. m. ). This estimate has
assumed that the first floor occupies around 40% of the ground floor area as
the roof slopes significantly. The Cottage we believe, was built in the late
17th to early 18th century, of traditional timber construction with rough cast
render, under a thatched roof. The vehicular entrance to the house is directly
accessed from Mill Road and crosses a ditch to the garden and parking area.
The Cottage is currently uninhabited and in need of significant repair. The
property comprises: - Two reception rooms with back to back fireplaces, each
adjacent to the entrance doorway. Further doors to a small scullery kitchen
containing a Belfast sink. The first floor has two connecting rooms with
adjoining doorway access. The property is currently supported by a temporary
timber frame structure to one gable end due to outward bellowing of the wall -
this we understand was consequential due to an additional unsupported window
opening being added sometime in the past. The property does not provide
central heating, a bathroom or w. c. Therefore it is unlikely to be purchased
with a secured mortgage.
Principal Measurements
Reception Dining Room 12'5 x 11'4
Scullery Kitchen 13'8 x 3'6
Living Room 12'11 x 8'11
First floor
12'7 x 11'10 Max rhh
12'11 x 13'1 Max rhh
Agents Notes
Tenure Freehold
Abbreviation rhh refers to restricted head height
Covenants /Overage clauses; (if applicable) are to be advised.
Council Tax : The property is assessed in Band for Council Tax purposes and a
purchaser should establish if this is a
fair assessment and may change on refurbishment. We do not believe the
property has as yet been assessed for Council Tax purposes and depending upon
proposals the property will probably need to be reassessed by the Valuation
Office.
A purchaser must ensure that all due diligence is followed prior to submitting
an offer and ensure that all enquiries have been made personally and
satisfactory responses being received. The vendor and their agents make no
assurances as to the accuracy of the information provided as this is purely on
a reported basis and from our own enquiries and upon applications the
situation and information may be different.
Services
Gas: Gas is not available in the area. Electricity – The supply is overhead
from the telegraph pole within the grounds and appropriate wayleaves should be
verified. A purchaser will need to establish the continuation and suitability
of any electrical supply for their requirements. Drainage – It is understood
that there is no formal drainage to the property. A new treatment works will
probably be required and the "General Binding Rules" should be considered.
Initial guidance can be found at ttps: //www. gov. uk/permits - you - need - for -
septic - tanks/ Water – The supply is understood to originate from the mains
supply pipe adjacent to the highway and is not metered. Purchasers should
establish that the supply is suitable for any proposals for the property and
site. EPC - It is not believed an EPC is required as the building is Listed.
Condition: The present condition of the property would render it not
acceptable for mortgage security purposes to most main lenders based on
current lending criteria. Timber frame buildings are fairly basic in terms of
construction and elements used but a contractor and engineer conversant with
both design and building/renovation would be beneficial. The property has not
been inhabited for a good number of years and maintenance on the property has
been on essential elements only. A scheme of repair and improvement will be
required and result in charming cottage in the country.
Access: The current vehicular access is via an unmade but established crossover
from the highway over a drainage ditch which may need to be reviewed. The site
is set slightly below the highway level. The Highways and possibly drainage
Authority should be consulted as to the extent and requirements for any
alteration or upgrading of the crossover.
Situation: Thurleigh is a civil parish in north Bedfordshire approximately 26
miles south of Peterborough, 24 miles west of Cambridge, 9 miles north of
Bedford and 31 miles east of Northampton. The village of Thurleigh has a church
(St Peters), primary school (Thurleigh Primary School and Nursery), village
hall and the Thurleigh Sports and Social Club. Wider services are available in
Bedford, St Neots (8 miles to the east) and Rushden (8 miles to the
northwest). The A6 which runs south to Bedford and north to Kettering can be
accessed at Bletsoe (2 miles to the west). The A1 can be accessed at Chawston
(7 miles to the southeast). There are two railway stations in Bedford. Bedford
station offers mainline services to Brighton via London (Thameslink). Bedford
is also on the main line between London St Pancras and Sheffield (East
Midlands Trains). Please note distance measurements are taken using Google
Maps and are 'as the crow flies.
Viewing: All viewings are strictly by appointment only through the seller's
agent, Bletsoes – Money Laundering
To comply with current Money Laundering Regulations, any successful
purchaser(s) will be asked to provide proof of identity and we will therefore
need to take copies of a passport/driving licence and a recent utility bill
(not more than 3 months old). This information is required prior to solicitors
being instructed.
Measurements & Other Information: All measurements are approximate. While we
endeavour to make our sales particulars accurate and reliable, if there is a
point which is of particular importance please do contact Bletsoes who will be
pleased to check the information for you, particularly if you are
contemplating travelling some distance to view the property.

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