Sontley, LL13 0UU

VIEWING STRICTLY FOR THOSE WHO HAVE SUBMITTED THEIR APPLICATION FORM.
APPLICATION TO BE RECEIVED BY NO LATER THAN 2ND MAY 2025..

A picturesque and attractive 2-bedroom detached cottage located on the National Trusts' Erddig Estate. The property is made of traditional brick and slate construction. Outside there is a large cottage garden surrounding the property and parking area. The property also has a patio area to the rear. The property will be available from May 2025. The property is unfurnished. Pets may be considered and can be discussed on application. Property comprises of new floor covering throughout, new double glazed windows.

Location:
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Internal viewing strictly by appointment only. Security cameras in place for external viewing.

The Property
Ground Floor
Kitchen - 4.2M X 3.4M
Entrance into kitchen with new Howdens base and wall units with sage grey tiled surround. Extractor hood and stainless steel splash back for 600mm electrical cooker, 2 x enclosed light fitting. Cupboard housing the Electrical Consumer Unit and Electric Meter. New Floor covering. New Wood-burning stove. Radiator.

Entrance through to hallway 3.4M X 2.2M - Under stairs storage, with shelves, new floor covering, entrance to living room, stairs to 1st floor, Radiator. External door to rear of property.

Living Room:Spacious Living Room.4.1M X 3.5M
New carpet floor covering. New Wood Burning Stove. Open Beam ceiling. Power Supply and TV aerial socket.

First Floor Landing - 1 no double switch power point Radiator Smoke alarm.

First Floor
Bedroom 1 - 4.3M x 3.4M - With fine views overlooking the surrounding countryside
Exposed Purlin beams, Radiator, 2 double power points.

Bedroom 2 - 4.2M x 3.3M - With fine views overlooking the surrounding countryside
Exposed Purlin beams, Radiator, 2 double power points, Cupboard housing the water tank.

External Shed 2.1M X 2.1M housing the Oil Boiler with plumbing for washing machine.
Slab paving around the property with rear slabbed patio area.

Outgoings and Services
The property benefits from mains electricity, water and sewerage supplies along with oil fired
central heating. Contract Holders are to provide their own white goods. TV and Internet connection must be organised by the Contract Holder.

The Contract Holder is responsible for all outgoings relating to the property.

Council Tax
The tenant is to pay Council Tax. The property is in Band F for Council Tax and is payable to
Wrexham County Council. The National Trust are currently asking for a re evaluation of the Council Tax band.

Energy Performance Certificate
An Energy Performance Certificate is available for this property in accordance with the Energy
Performance of Buildings Regulations.

The Occupation Contract.
Term The property is available to let under a Periodic Standard Occupation Contract.

Rent The prospective tenant is asked to pay £1000 per calendar month. Rrent is to be payable monthly in advance by direct debit. First payment being made on the commencement of the Occupation Contract and subsequently by direct debit.

Rent reviews The National Trust carries out rent reviews of the property every two years to open market value.

Deposit
The National Trust does not take a deposit.

Insurance The National Trust will be responsible for insuring the building but the Contract Holder will be responsible for insuring the contents.

Repairing Responsibilities
(Summary)
The National Trust will be responsible for repairs to the structure, exterior of the building, installations for the supply of services and servicing of appliances, external decoration.
The Contract Holder will be responsible for internal repairs and decoration, garden, fences, drives The National Trust will be responsible for ensuring that the septic tank is emptied as necessary.

Sub Letting The property shall be occupied as a single private residence only.
There will be no right to assign, sub-let or part with possession for the whole or any part of the premises.

Pets Are considered and must be discussed during the application process.

Closing date for applications - Friday 2nd May 2025 at 4pm.
A shortlist of applicants will be invited for viewing/informal interview, date to be confirmed.

For further information about being a National Trust tenant, visit our website.

Note
These particulars are issued for guidance purposes only. They are prepared and issued
in good faith and are intended to give a fair summary of the property.
Any description or information given should not be relied upon as a statement or
representation of fact.
Photographs show only certain parts of the property at the time they were taken. Any
areas, measurements or distances given are only approximate.
Prospective applicants must satisfy themselves by inspection as to these and other
relevant details.
The National Trust reserves the right of not having to accept any offer received for this
property.