2 bedroom flat to rent

Looking for an apartment - tired of seeing town centre accommodation with all it's hustle and bustle, parking restrictions and lack of space...then, come along and have a look at Skiddaw Heights in Brigham. Just 3 miles / 10 minutes drive from Cockermouth and situated in the popular village of Brigham, Skiddaw Heights offers leafy surroundings with views opening up towards the Church, standing in it's own grounds with on site car parking.

Step inside and you will find very contemporary space with an attractive open plan living area including stylish kitchen, a white and chrome finished bathroom set against stone coloured ceramic tiling and two good bedrooms. The interior is attractively FURNISHED. Completing the accommodation are communal landscaped gardens within which there is private car parking.

The best of both worlds.....stylish, modern day living in a quiet, yet convenient, village setting.

Ground Floor (Rear Elevation): -

Entrance Hall - With doors leading into:

Bedroom One - 8'0" x 12'0" - Double

Bedroom Two - 7'0" x 12'0" - Spacious single

Bathroom - 4'0" x 10'0" - With bath and shower over wash hand basin and wc, tiled floor and part tiled walls

Lounge/Kitchen - 14'1" x 16'3" - Patio doors to the rear and kitchen fitted with a range of base and wall units in black gloss including stainless steel sink, electric oven and hob, washing machine and fridge freezer.

Externally - Small private patio area and use of communal gardens.

Facilities - Gas central heating

Directions - From Cockermouth take the A66 in a westerly direction and at the Brigham/Broughton turn take the left turn to Brigham and follow the road up passing the church and as the road bears right Allerdale House can be found in front of you.

The Rent - Rent is paid on a calendar monthly basis, in advance, and excludes charges for Services, Council Tax etc.

The Consumer Protection Regulations 2008/Viewings - Please contact us before viewing the property. If there is any point of particular importance to you we will be pleased to provide additional information or to make further enquiries. We will also confirm that the property remains available. This is particularly important if you are contemplating travelling some distance to view the property.

Damage Deposit - A deposit will be paid by the tenant, prior to the commencement of the tenancy, equivalent to five weeks rent and it will be returned at the end of the tenancy providing there is no damage, the Inventory is correct and there are no rent arrears. The deposit will be held by the Deposit Protection Service (a custodial service scheme in accordance with the Tenancy Deposit Legislation) and returned to you as per the Tenancy Agreement.

Holding Deposit - Grisdales takes a Holding Deposit for from a tenant to reserve a property. This is one week's rent and for this property will be £150

This Holding Deposit will be held for up to 15 days (what is known as Deadline for Agreement). From taking the Holding Deposit, the Tenancy Agreement must be entered into (signed by both parties and dated) before the Deadline for Agreement. However, Grisdales can agree with the tenant in writing that a different date (for example, an extension) is to be the Deadline for Agreement. Please make your own enquiries as to when the Holding Deposit can be repaid to you and when it can be retained by Grisdales.
Should the tenancy commence, unless the tenant advises otherwise in writing, it is agreed that the amount of the Holding Deposit will be deducted from the first payment of rent.

The Tenancy - The property is offered on a 6 month Assured Shorthold Tenancy.

Who Look After The Property? - For peace of mind, the property will be managed by Grisdales.

Insurance - You are required to have sufficient means to cover your liability for the Landlord's fixtures and fittings as set out in the Tenancy Agreement. Sufficient means includes a sum of money available to put right any damage, or alternatively you could purchase a suitable insurance policy to cover this liability.
 
The Landlord's insurance policy does not cover your possessions within the property. You are advised to consider the need for Tenants Insurance, which usually includes cover for your own possessions and accidental damage to the Landlord's items.
 
The Landlord will not be responsible for any damage caused to your belongings unless it is caused by an act or omission by the Landlord or Agent, which invalidates any insurance you do have.
 
It is recommended that you hold adequate insurance to protect against accidental damage caused by the Tenant to the Landlords Fixtures and Fittings at the premises as described in the Inventory. You should also consider insuring your own possessions. Please speak to Grisdales for further information.

Rental Protection Plan - Have you ever thought how you'd cover the cost of your rent if you were to become ill or injured and were unable to work? - Taking out Rental Protection Plan is a great way to protect yourself, or the ones you love should the unexpected happen during the length of the plan - Ask for an FREE appointment to discuss this plan with Lewis Morgan, our Protection Specialist.

Applications - Applications for the tenancy are to be made to Grisdales. The application form is on our website - please go to , Tenants, Tenancy Application form. Please complete this form electronically and once we have received it we will discuss your application with the landlord. If the landlord decides to proceed with your application and requests that you are referenced you will need to complete a further on-line application form for Homelet, our reference provider. References will then be carried out which can take up to 7 days.

What Happens Next? - Please see our website for further information.

Proof Of Identity - When you apply for a property to rent through Grisdales, you will be required to PERSONALLY provide identification in its ORIGINAL format.
This can be in the form of:
· Valid passport
· Valid photo card driving licence
· National Insurance Certificate
· Firearms Certificate
· Birth Certificate

Mortgage Advice Bureau - Grisdales work with Mortgage Advice Bureau, one of the UK's largest award winning mortgage brokers, offering expert professional advice to find the right mortgage for you. We have access to over 11,000 mortgages from over 90 different lenders across the UK. Our advice will be specifically tailored to your needs and circumstances which could be for your first home, moving home, re-mortgaging or investing in property.

Mortgage Advice Bureau - Doing what's right for you.

Your home may be repossessed if you do not keep up repayments on your mortgage. There will be a fee for mortgage advice. The actual amount you pay will depend upon your circumstances.

To find out how we can help you realise your dreams, just call your nearest Grisdales office.

Covid-19 Viewing Guidelines - Covid restrictions have been reduced in recent months but we are still conscious that we, and prospective purchasers/tenants, are entering our clients' homes. With this in mind, we would ask that masks are still worn wherever possible. We would also ask that you notify us, prior to any appointment, if you are displaying any symptoms of Covid 19 so that the appointment can be re-arranged.