Howey Hill, Congleton
Monthly Rental Of £1,500

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Occupying a distinctive position, 1 Howey Hill is an impressive and characterful four-bedroom period home, offering generously proportioned and highly versatile accommodation complemented by a wealth of attractive original and period-style features.

The property successfully combines the charm and proportions of a traditional home with a number of contemporary improvements. Features of particular note include Minton tiled flooring, natural oak floors, high ceilings with coving and picture rails, feature fireplaces and Georgian-style windows, all contributing to the property's considerable character.

On entering, the welcoming hallway immediately sets the tone, with its Minton tiled entrance and oak flooring. The spacious lounge is a particularly appealing reception room, featuring a timber-framed bay window with French doors, dual-aspect windows and an attractive open coal fireplace with marble hearth and surround.

The separate dining room provides another excellent reception space and retains further period detailing, whilst also giving access to the basement.

At the heart of the home is a stylish contemporary kitchen, fitted with an extensive range of “Dove Grey” units complemented by natural oak preparation surfaces and slate tiled flooring. Integrated appliances include a five-ring gas hob with extractor, two built-in ovens, dishwasher and fridge. A useful adjoining utility room provides additional storage and appliance space, together with an integrated fridge freezer and Vaillant combination boiler.

The ground floor accommodation offers considerable flexibility, with basement Bedroom Four incorporating fitted wardrobes and being equally suitable as a home office, snug or additional reception room. There is also a guest cloakroom, useful store room and rear porch.

To the first floor are three generously proportioned bedrooms. The principal bedroom is particularly impressive, enjoying a dual aspect together with a feature fireplace, period-style radiator and built-in wardrobe. Bedrooms two and three provide further well-proportioned accommodation. Completing the first floor is a spacious shower room, fitted with a white suite including a large walk-in shower with thermostatically controlled mains-fed shower, together with tiled flooring and a heated towel radiator.

Externally, the property enjoys an attractive and low-maintenance enclosed courtyard garden, laid with Indian stone and enclosed by brick walling, with sturdy oak entrance gates, a useful store area and outside water supply. Driveway parking for one car.

Perfectly positioned within easy walking distance of Congleton town centre, the property benefits from an exceptional range of amenities quite literally on the doorstep, including independent shops, bakeries, convenience stores, cafés, barbers and an eclectic selection of restaurants and traditional hostelries.

For those who enjoy the outdoors, beautiful countryside walks can be found just moments away at the end of Howey Hill, providing ready access to some of Cheshire’s most picturesque rural scenery – an enviable combination of town-centre convenience and countryside living

A substantial and individual period residence offering spacious and flexible four-bedroom accommodation, retaining an abundance of character whilst incorporating stylish modern appointments. Early viewing is highly recommended to fully appreciate the space, charm and versatility this delightful Congleton home has to offer.

As well as paying the rent, you may also be required to make the following permitted payments.

Permitted Payments
 
Before the tenancy starts (payable to Timothy A Brown 'the Agent')

Holding Deposit (per tenancy) — One week’s rent. Payable to Timothy A Brown 'the Agent'
This is to reserve a property. Please Note: This will be withheld if any relevant person (including any guarantor(s)) withdraw from the tenancy, fail a Right-to-Rent check, provide materially significant false or misleading information, or fail to sign their tenancy agreement (and / or Deed of Guarantee) within 15 calendar days (or other Deadline for Agreement as mutually agreed in writing).

Security Deposit (per tenancy. Rent under £50,000 per year) — Five weeks’ rent. Payable to Timothy A Brown 'the Agent'
This covers damages or defaults on the part of the tenant during the tenancy.

During the tenancy (payable to the Agent)

Unpaid Rent
Interest at 3% above the Bank of England Base Rate from Rent Due Date until paid in order to pursue non-payment of rent. Please Note: This will not be levied until the rent is more than 14 days in arrears.

Lost Key(s) or other Security Device(s)
Tenants are liable to the actual cost of replacing any lost key(s) or other security device(s). If the loss results in locks needing to be changed, the actual costs of a locksmith, new lock and replacement keys for the tenant, landlord any other persons requiring keys will be charged to the tenant. If extra costs are incurred there will be a charge of £15 per hour (inc. VAT) for the time taken replacing lost key(s) or other security device(s).

Variation of Contract (Tenant’s Request) — £50 (inc. VAT) per agreed variation.
To cover the costs associated with taking landlord’s instructions as well as the preparation and execution of new legal documents.

Change of Sharer (Tenant’s Request) — £50 (inc. VAT) per replacement tenant or any reasonable costs incurred if higher.
To cover the costs associated with taking landlord’s instructions, new tenant referencing and Right-to-Rent checks, deposit registration as well as the preparation and execution of new legal documents.

Early Termination (Tenant’s Request)
Should the tenant wish to leave their contract early, they shall be liable to the landlord’s costs in re-letting the property as well as all rent due under the tenancy until the start date of the replacement tenancy. These costs will be no more than the maximum amount of rent outstanding on the tenancy.

During the tenancy (payable to the provider) if permitted and applicable
Utilities - gas, electricity, water, drainage
Communications - telephone and broadband
Installation of cable/satellite supplier
Television licence
Council Tax

Other permitted payments
Any other permitted payments, not included above, under the relevant legislation including contractual damages.

Tenant Protection
Timothy A Brown is a member of the RICS Client Money Protection Scheme, which is a client money protection scheme, and is also a member of The Property Ombudsman, which is a redress scheme. You can find out more details on the agent's website or by contacting the agent directly.