Auction ends Monday 18th November at 12pm.
This method of auction requires both parties to complete the transaction within 56 days of the draft contract for sale being received by the buyers solicitor (for standard Grade 1 properties). This additional time allows buyers to proceed with mortgage finance (subject to lending criteria, affordability and survey).
The buyer is required to sign a reservation agreement and make payment of a non-refundable Reservation Fee. This being 4.5% of the purchase price including VAT, subject to a minimum of £6,600.00 including VAT. The Reservation Fee is paid in addition to purchase price and will be considered as part of the chargeable consideration for the property in the calculation for stamp duty liability. Buyers will be required to go through an identification verification process with iamsold and provide proof of how the purchase would be funded.
This property has a Buyer Information Pack which is a collection of documents in relation to the property. The documents may not tell you everything you need to know about the property, so you are required to complete your own due diligence before bidding. A sample copy of the Reservation Agreement and terms and conditions are also contained within this pack. The buyer will also make payment of £349 including VAT towards the
preparation cost of the pack, where it has been provided by iamsold.
The property is subject to an undisclosed Reserve Price with both the Reserve Price and Starting Bid being subject to change.
Referral Arrangements
The Partner Agent and Auctioneer may recommend the services of third parties to you. Whilst these services are recommended as it is believed they will be of benefit; you are under no obligation to use any of these services and you should always consider your options before services are accepted. Where services are accepted the Auctioneer or Partner Agent may receive payment for the recommendation and you will be informed of any referral arrangement and payment prior to any services being taken by you
Comprising of the West wing of this period country house, once owned by the ‘Tate & Lyle’ family, standing in level grounds on an elevated position, enjoying splendid far reaching views to the South, lying on the fringes of the Woldingham Village.
Approached via a sweeping drive, leading to Westridge, offering off road parking for several cars. The enclosed storm porch and front door, leads to a good size tiled entrance hall with high coved ceilings, where you are greeted by an immediate sense of space and light. There are two formal rooms consisting of the dining room, characterized by an angular bay window, beams to ceiling and ornamental wood surround fireplace with lighting and a large range of fitted shelving. The attractive wood block flooring continues into the second formal living room, an impressive space which is dominated by an original curved, brick fireplace with panelled walls and brick hearth housing a good size woodburner with bench fitted seating to each side. Double doors from this room leads to the sunny ‘art studio’, which was added in later years, offering windows and french doors to the rear, taking full advantage of those breathtaking views. The kitchen/breakfast room is a well fitted room, the kitchen offering a range of white fronted units incorporating ‘Candy’ double oven, ‘Candy’ 4 burner hob with extractor unit over, space for fridge/freezer, space and plumbing for washing machine and dishwasher. The adjacent breakfast room is a light and sunny space with french doors and picture windows overlooking the rear garden.
Rising to the first floor via a part galleried landing, there are 3 double bedrooms, all benefiting from ever changing views. The principal bedroom having a full range of fitted wardrobes. Two of the rooms interconnect although the doorway is currently not in use. A large family bathroom with combine w.c. serves all three rooms. Access to a loft, which houses the gas central heating boiler.
OUTSIDE
The rear garden is approached via the ‘art studio’ and kitchen/breakfast room, attractively planned and landscaped with a stone path winding down beside a generally level lawn edged with planted borders providing all year round interest. Small ornamental pond to the right of a large newly laid terrace providing ample entertaining space. The gardens are private and screened by walling and established hedgerow. A lawn extends to about 80ft and there is a timber shed and small potting shed.
The former garage which currently forms a useful workshop and storage area which could be repurposed. Ample parking is provided for to the front of the house. There is access to a small cellar from the rear garden.
Whilst the house provides comfortable accommodation the fixtures and fittings are old fashioned and today the property would benefit from upgrading.
Energy Efficiency Current: 55.0
Energy Efficiency Potential: 93.0