2 bedroom cottage to rent

A two bedroom cottage situated at the heart of Easton close to Easton Square, Portland. The property is set over three floors with good size accommodation and outside there is a courtyard to the rear. Current EPC rating: 39.

The Accommodation: sitting room, kitchen, two bedrooms and bathroom. Outside there is an enclosed rear courtyard.

Entrance Porch: - Side aspect window.

Sitting Room: - 3.53m x 5.28m (11'7" x 17'4") - Front aspect window, stairs rising to first floor.

Kitchen: - 3.01m x 2.53m (9'11" x 8'4") - A range of wall and base mounted units, built-in electric oven and hob. Rear aspect window.

First Floor Landing: - Stairs rising to second floor.

Bedroom One: - 3.64m x 3.63m (11'11" x 11'11") - Front aspect window, built-in storage cupboard.

Bathroom: - Rear aspect window, panelled bath with electric mixer shower, wash-hand basin and WC. Airing cupboard.

Second Floor Landing: -

Bedroom Two: - 3.45m x 3.67m including sloping ceilings (11'4" x 12'0" including sloping ceilings) - Front aspect window, built-in storage cupboard.

Outside: - The property benefits from an enclosed courtyard to the rear.

Lifestyle: - Situated in the Easton Street, within the conservation area, close to local amenities including cafs, public houses, supermarket, library, banks, and a health centre. Both the west and east sides of the island offer access to the coastal path with stunning views over Dorset's Jurassic Coast. A short drive takes you to Portland Bill where the famous lighthouse and Lobster Pot Tearooms are to be found. A regular bus service runs into Weymouth, passing the north of the island where there is access to Chesil Beach and Portland Harbour, home of Portland Marina and the National Sailing Academy from where a host of water sports can be enjoyed.

Deposits: - Holding Deposit (per tenancy)
One week's rent. 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. This covers damages or defaults on the part of the tenant during the tenancy.

Security Deposit (per tenancy. Rent of £50,000 or over per year)
Six weeks' rent. This covers damages or defaults on the part of the tenant during the tenancy.

Tenant Fees During The Tenancy: - Utilities:
The tenant will be required to pay for utilities, including gas, electricity, water, waste water and council tax where applicable.

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.

Client Money Protection:

Independent Redress:

Pets Not Allowed: - The landlord informs us that they will not take a pet at this property. Should special circumstances mean a pet is allowed the rent payable will increase to £700pcm.

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