Rural East Grinstead, West Sussex

A recently extensively refurbished farm cottage, refurbished in 2023, set in an enchanting Sussex Estate on the rural outskirts of East Grinstead and surrounded by countryside. Available now.

SITUATION
Set in an enchanting Sussex Estate surrounded by countryside and adjacent to a working farm, the property enjoys a fine, rural location backing onto fields. East Grinstead (5.1 miles) and Crawley (7.5 miles) offer a comprehensive range of shopping and leisure facilities and a wide range of primary and secondary schooling, both state and private. There are good road connections which include the A22 and M23 leading to the M25 and mainline stations at East Grinstead, Three Bridges (6.4 miles), Balcombe (7.3 miles), and Haywards Heath (8.3 miles). Gatwick Airport (10 miles) is also within easy reach.

DESCRIPTION
Home Farm Cottage is a charming property which was extensively and thoughtfully refurbished in 2023. A part glazed front door opens into an entrance porch and to the hallway with a cloakroom. The kitchen/dining room has a range of shaker style wall and floor units, with a woodblock effect worktop, stainless steel sink with drainer and a larder cupboard. The kitchen is fitted with an electric double oven with ceramic hob and extractor above, a dishwasher and space and plumbing for a fridge freezer. There is also a central chimney breast with double sided woodburner and french doors leading to the rear terrace. Beyond the kitchen is a utility room with space for washing machine and tumble dryer and with access to the rear garden. The large sitting room has a fireplace with inset woodburner with stairs rising to the first floor.

On the first floor, the principal bedroom is a very good size with lovely views and with an ensuite shower room. There are 3 further double bedrooms and a family bathroom with shower.

OUTSIDE
The property is approached over a private, shared entrance drive beside the farm which leads to the front of the property with ample parking for two vehicles. There is a front garden enclosed by post and rail fencing with a patio area, gravel and a lawn. There is a terraced rear garden laid with composite decking and a patio beside the back door.

A covered car port and storage in outbuildings may be available by separate agreement.

VIEWING
Strictly by prior appointment with the Landlord’s letting agents, RH & RW Clutton ).

TENANCY
The 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.

TENANCY APPLICATIONS & HOLDING DEPOSIT
Prospective tenants will be required to complete a preliminary application form should they wish to be considered for a tenancy. If you are successful in your initial application, RH & RW Clutton will collect the Holding Deposit (equivalent to one week's rent) and will issue third-party referencing forms for completion.

REFERENCING & RIGHT TO RENT CHECKS
Prospective tenants will need to be credit-checked and fully referenced to include a financial and personal references and references from a previous landlord, if applicable. Copies of identification documents will be required as proof of identity to satisfy the Right to Rent Legislation and a utility bill will be required as proof of registered address.

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

TENANCY DEPOSIT
A deposit the equivalent to 5 weeks’ rent will be payable prior to the commencement of the tenancy. This will be held by RH & RW Clutton and will be held in a designated account and registered with the Tenancy Deposit Scheme (TDS). The deposit will be refunded at the end of the tenancy, subject to the property being given up in a satisfactory condition and with no rent arrears or outstanding charges for which the tenant is responsible. The deposit may not be used in lieu of rent by the tenant.

ENERGY PERFORMANCE CERTIFICATE (EPC)
The property has been given an Energy Rating of D.

SERVICES
Mains electricity supply and water costs recharged to the tenant by the landlord. Drainage is to a private, shared system. Central heating and hot water via oil fired boiler. Full UPVC double glazing throughout.

OUTGOINGS & OTHER CHARGES
For the duration of the tenancy, the tenant will be required to pay the Council Tax to Mid Sussex District Council (Band E), Utilities, Communication Services (telephone/internet etc), TV Licence and any Green Deal Finance charges either directly to the suppliers or to the Landlord or their Agent, or a proportion, if shared. For a full scale of RH & RW Cluttons Tenant Fees, please visit