1 Bed Terraced House, Queen Street, DL12

Please note that this property is currently undergoing refurbishment. 

Property Features:

·       Available from 8th June 2024

·       Newly decorated throughout

·       One spacious double bedroom with storage

·       Enclosed rear yard

·       Council band A

·       EPC rating C

·       Unfurnished

·       In walking distance to amenities

·       In person viewings required before application

·       Minimum tenancy 12 months

·       Pets considered/by arrangement (max 2 pets)

Full move-in costs: deposit up front + 1 month’s rent

Required earnings: tenant annual income £16,500.00

The Area

Barnard Castle is a historic market town that provides a range of shopping, educational and recreational facilities. There are many renowned beauty spots close at hand as well as the attractions of the North Yorkshire Moors, the Lake District and Northumberland.

For the commuter, the A66, A67 and A1(M) provide links with the major commercial centres of the North East. Darlington Mainline Railway Station and Durham Tees Valley International Airport offer further communications with the rest of the country.

The Property

Queen Street is a traditional stone built terraced property located in the heart of Barnard Castle. A short walk takes you directly to the centre of town.

The accommodation briefly comprises: living room, kitchen with access to the shared yard, shower room and large double bedroom. The property is double glazed throughout and benefits from gas central heating.              

Viewing by appointment only on Thursday 30th May and Friday 31st May 2024 initially.

Kitchen - 2.6m x 2.7m (8’6’’ x 8’10’’)

A modern range of base and eye-level storage units, built-in oven and hob with extractor hood over, washer, fridge, ceiling spotlights, sink/drainer unit, central heating boiler. A large cupboard provides additional shelving and an electrical socket for appliances. A window and glazed back door look out onto the secure rear yard shared with three other properties.

Living room - 3.5m x 3.3m (11’6’’ x 10’10’’)

TV point and telephone point, radiator. Newly fitted neutral carpet.

Bedroom - 4.1mx 3.4m (13’5’’ x 11’2’’)

Large carpeted double bedroom with fitted wardrobes. TV point and radiator.

Shower room - 2.5mx 1.9m (8’2’’ x 6’3’’)

Newly fitted bathroom suite including shower, basin and WC. Newly fitted vinyl flooring.

Yard– Access to the secure, shared yard provides space for a washing line and bin storage. Space for seating.

Note - Please note all of the electrical appliances that are in the property are provided by gesture of good will by the landlord and should they become faulty will not be replaced or repaired. The electrical goods are not the responsibility of the landlord. Tenants will need to provide their own white goods and electrical appliances should any of the existing items need replacing.

Terms and Conditions - The property shall be let unfurnished by way of an Assured Shorthold Tenancy for an initial term of twelve months at a rental figure of £550 per calendar month, payable in advance by standing order. In addition, a tenancy deposit of the equivalent of five weeks' rent will be payable prior to taking occupation.

The tenant will be responsible for all outgoings, including electricity, gas, water rates, Council Tax (Band A) and telephone charges. Energy Efficient Rating – C.

Holding Deposit - Before your application can be fully considered, you will need to pay a holding deposit equivalent to one week's rent for the property. Once we have your holding deposit, the necessary paperwork should be completed within 15 days or such longer period as might be agreed. If at any time during that period you decide not to proceed with the tenancy, then your holding deposit will be retained. By the same token, if during that period you unreasonably delay in responding to any reasonable request made, and if it turns out that you have provided us with false or misleading information as part of your tenancy application or if you fail any of the checks which the Landlord is required to undertake under the Immigration Act 2014, then again, your holding deposit will not be returned. It will be retained. However, if the Landlord decides not to offer you a tenancy for reasons unconnected with the above then your deposit will be refunded within 7 days. Should you be offered, and you accept a tenancy with the Landlord, then your holding deposit will be credited to the first month's rent due under that tenancy.

References and Credit Checks - The Landlord will take up references through a referencing agency. A full history credit check and landlord’s check will be carried out. This includes a check for CCJs. For insurance purposes, this property will not be let to tenants who have either had, or currently have an active CCJ. The obtaining of such references is not a guarantee of acceptance. Please note that the property will not be let to students.

Fees - You will not be charged any admin fees.

Insurance- Tenants are responsible for the insuring of their own contents.

Smoking- Smoking is prohibited inside the property.

Pets- Pets shall not be kept at the property without the prior written consent of the Landlord. This is open to discussion with the landlord. Maximum number of 2 pets.

Council Tax- Durham County Council. The property is rated council tax band A.

Services- Mains electricity, drainage, water and gas fired central heating.