An attractive, recently refurbished 2 bedroom semi-detached bungalow set in a peaceful, rural location nestled in the South Downs National Park.

SITUATION
4 Folkington Lane is situated in a peaceful, rural location, nestled in the South Downs National Park at the foot of the Downs. The South Downs is renowned for its plentiful walks, cycle routes and bridle ways and boasts a good selection of popular public houses. Folkington village is close by with a popular parish Church. The A27 is within easy reach giving access to the A22 and M23. Polegate train station is 1.5 miles away and provides connections to London (London Victoria) Gatwick Airport, Eastbourne, Lewes and Ashford International. The historic village of Alfriston is approx 4.5 miles and offers a range of local shopping facilities, cafes and galleries and Eastbourne is within 6 miles. There is a good range of state and private schooling available locally including Alfriston, Firle and Polegate Primary Schools, Hailsham Community College, East Sussex College, St Bede’s and St Andrews, Lewes Grammar School to name a few.

DESCRIPTION
This attractive semi-detached bungalow has been recently refurbished to include a replacement kitchen and bathroom, full redecoration and reflooring. The accommodation includes a large reception room with feature fireplace, a useful study/cot room, two bedrooms and a modern family bathroom. There is a kitchen with newly fitted shaker style wall and floor units, tiled splashbacks and spaces for an electric cooker, washing machine and side-by-side fridge and freezer.

OUTSIDE
The property is approached via a private driveway from Folkington Lane leading to a parking area and the single garage. The gardens are principally laid to lawn with some mature shrubs and enclosed by a hedging and fencing with gates to the front.

GENERAL REMARKS

VIEWING
Strictly by appointment with the letting agents, RH & RW Clutton -[use Contact Agent Button]

TENANCY
The property is to be let unfurnished on an Assured Shorthold Tenancy for an initial period of 12 months with a view to continuing thereafter by agreement.

TENANCY APPLICATIONS & HOLDING DEPOSIT
Prospective tenants will be required to complete a preliminary application form should they wish to be considered for a tenancy. If you are successful in your initial application, RH & RW Clutton will issue third-party referencing forms for completion and collect the Holding Deposit (equivalent to one weeks rent).

REFERENCING & RIGHT TO RENT CHECKS
Prospective tenants will need to be credit-checked and fully referenced to include a financial and personal references and references from a previous landlord, if applicable. Copies of identification documents will be required as proof of identity to satisfy the Right to Rent Legislation and a utility bill will be required as proof of registered address.

PETS
A dog, dependent on breed, or a cat may be considered and will only be allowed with the landlord’s specific written permission.

If permitted, an additional rent of £20pcm shall be payable in addition to the monthly rent for keeping a pet.

TENANCY DEPOSIT
A deposit the equivalent to 5 weeks’ rent will be payable prior to the commencement of the tenancy. This will be held by RH & RW Clutton as a stakeholder in a designated account protected by RICS Client Money Protection and will be registered with the Tenancy Deposit Scheme (TDS). The deposit will be refunded at the end of the tenancy, subject to the property being given up in a satisfactory condition and with no rent arrears or outstanding charges for which the tenant is responsible. The deposit may not be used in lieu of rent by the tenant.

MAINTENANCE
The tenant will be responsible for maintaining the garden, hedges and the interior of the house. The landlord will be responsible for the exterior and the structure.

SERVICES
Mains water and mains electricity. Private drainage recharged by the Estate. There is new high-efficiency oil fired boiler providing heat to radiators. The bungalow is fully double-glazed. Prospective tenants are encouraged to look into the broadband speeds available to the house. Please visit: for more information.

OUTGOINGS & OTHER CHARGES
For the duration of the tenancy, the tenant will be required to pay the Council Tax (Wealden District Council – Band D) Utilities, Communication Services (telephone/internet etc), TV Licence and any Green Deal Finance charges either directly to the suppliers or to the Landlord or their Agent, or a proportion, if shared. For a full scale of RH & RW Cluttons Tenant Fees, please visit
ENERGY PERFORMANCE CERTIFICATE (EPC)
The property has a current rating of E. An assessor has been instructed to reassess the property following the new boiler installation.

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