FOR SALE BY UNCONDITIONAL AUCTION
in partnership with SDL Auctions
Full terms and conditions are available on the SDL Auctions website.
Grant's of Derbyshire are delighted to offer For Sale, this Grade II listed, two double bedroom, terraced cottage, located in the sought after village of Cromford. This stone built character cottage is just a stones throw away from the village centre and benefits from gas central heating and a Worcester combi boiler that is only one year old. The accommodation is arranged over three floors and briefly comprises; Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Utility Area & Downstairs WC to the ground floor, One Double bedroom and a Family Bathroom to the first floor and a further Double Bedroom on the second floor. The property has a pleasant rear garden and on-road parking is available just a minutes walk away. Some modernisation is required but this property simply must be viewed to be able to fully appreciate the accommodation on offer. No Upward Chain.
Location - The village of Cromford is steeped in industrial history and was an important site in the Industrial Revolution and is well known through its connection with Sir Richard Arkwright who established a water powered cotton spinning mill here in 1771. Situated between the towns of Matlock and Wirksworth, this is a most popular destination for tourists including those who wish to explore Cromford Canal and The High Peak Trail. Carsington Water is approximately six miles away with its noted leisure facilities and water sports. Cromford railway station provides fast access to Derby station.
Ground Floor - The property is accessed from the pavement side which leads directly to the front entrance door and into the:
Living Room - 4.39m (max) x 3.99m (14'4" (max) x 13'1") - A good sized room with attractive front aspect mullioned single glazed windows and a feature fireplace with marble surround and hearth with a gas fire. A door leads to the enclosed staircase and further double doors lead into the:
Dining Room - 3.79m x 2.36m (12'5" x 7'8") - With a rear aspect single glazed window and ample space for a family sized dining table and chairs. There's a handy storage cupboard and a rear aspect door which leads into the Utility Area. An opening also leads into the:
Kitchen - 4.01m x 1.64m (max) (13'1" x 5'4" (max)) - With two side aspect single glazed windows, wood effect vinyl flooring and fitted with a range of wooden wall, base and drawer units with a granite effect work top over. There's a stainless steel sink with mixer tap and a gas cooker with gas hob and extractor hood over.
Utility Area - 2.53m x 2.50m (8'3" x 8'2") - With a granite effect work top with space and plumbing beneath for a free-standing washing machine and tumble dryer. A wooden cupboard houses the one year old Worcester combi boiler. A rear aspect part uPVC double glazed door leads to the lovely rear garden and an internal wooden latched door leads into the:
Downstairs Wc - 1.18m x 0.84m (3'10" x 2'9") - With a low level flush WC.
First Floor - An enclosed stair case leads from the Living Room to the first floor landing where a further set of stairs lead to the second floor and a door on the right hand side leads straight into the:
Bedroom 1 - 3.52m (max) x 3.35m (max) (11'6" (max) x 10'11" (m - A spacious double bedroom with attractive front aspect mullioned single glazed windows and a range of fitted wardrobes and drawers. A door from here leads into the:
Family Bathroom - 4.30m (max) x 2.05m (14'1" (max) x 6'8") - A part tiled room with a rear aspect single glazed window with obscured glass and fitted with a three piece beige suite consisting of low level flush WC, pedestal wash hand basin and panelled bath with electric Mira shower over. There's also an array of fitted storage in this room.
Second Floor - Stairs from the first floor landing lead to a wooden stable door which leads directly into:
Bedroom 2 - 4.44m (max) x 3.99m (max) (14'6" (max) x 13'1" (ma - Another spacious double bedroom with attractive front aspect mullioned single glazed windows and again, plenty of fitted storage.
Outside & Parking - This property benefits from a lovely, fully enclosed low maintenance rear garden, paved with bordering shrubs and herbaceous borders. There's a small pond, patio area ideal for a family sized garden table and chairs and to the end, a useful timber shed. Beyond the shed, there's a further paved area which could be utilised as another seating area as it provides the perfect spot to enjoy the beautiful countryside views.
Council Tax Information - We are informed by Derbyshire Dales District Council that this home falls within Council Tax Band B which is currently £1498 per annum.
Directional Notes - The approach from our Wirksworth Office at the Market Place is to continue towards Cromford via Harrison Drive, Continue up Steeple Grange passing under the bridge with the High Peak Trail and travel down Cromford Hill where the property is located on the left hand side, clearly denoted by our For Sale board. There is availability for parking opposite on Tor View Rise.
Auction Method - The auction for this property will be conducted online through our online-bidding platform. This is a "Timed Auction", so there are no other lots being sold alongside this property.
The timeslot for the auction is displayed on SDL Auctions' website. To view this, search for the property on their website. Then click onto the property to view the property details. The time remaining to bid and end date of the auction is displayed on the page.
You are required to undertake identity checks before you can be authorised to bid. You must also provide your payment details. If you do not provide this information, your registration will not be processed.
When you place your bid, you are deemed to have agreed to SDL Auctions' Buyers Terms (England & Wales) which are available on SDL Auctions website.
Auction Type- Unconditional With Variable Fee - If you are the highest bidder, you must exchange legally binding contracts for the sale when the auction for the property comes to an end. You must then pay the applicable fees and deposit. You must complete the sale within 20 business days unless the Special Conditions of Sale contained within the Legal Pack state otherwise.
Auction Fees - The following non-refundable fees apply:
.Buyer's Fee- payable on exchange of contracts. This is calculated as a percentage of the actual purchase price of the property. Either:
(a) 4.8% (including VAT) of the purchase price, for properties up to and including £250,000
(b) 3.6% (including VAT) of the purchase price for properties sold for over £250,000
The Buyer's Fee is subject always to a minimum of £6,000 (including VAT). The Buyer's Fee does not contribute to the purchase price.
Deposit - On exchange of contracts, you must pay a non-refundable deposit equal to 5% of the actual purchase price of the property, subject to a minimum of £5,000. The deposit contributes towards the purchase price.
Payment Method - When you register to bid, you will be prompted to provide your payment details to SDL Auctions. In the event that you are the winning bidder, your card will automatically be charged a proportion of the Buyer's Fee & Deposit. The payment will be calculated based on the guide price of the property, in line with the fee scale described above. Where the actual purchase price is higher than the guide price, you will be required to pay the difference immediately after the end of the auction, which can be paid by debit card or bank transfer. Payment by cash or cheque will not be accepted.
Example: You win the bid on a property with a guide price of £150,000, but the actual purchase price is £170,000. At this point your bid is successful you will be charged as follows:
.Buyer's Fee of £7,200- 4.8% of guide price
.Deposit of £7,500- 5% of the guide price
As the actual purchase price amounted to £170,000, after the auction, you will be required to pay the following additional amounts on top of the initial payment:
.£960 for Buyer's Fee shortfall (£8160 due as 4.8% of actual purchase price)
.£1,000 for Deposit shortfall (£8500 due as 5% of actual purchase price)
Legal Pack - Before bidding, you must view the legal pack for the property. This is the collection of legal documents that apply to the sale. The documents will include but are not limited to: Special Conditions of Sale, title documents from the Land Registry and Energy Performance Certificate.
To view the legal pack, first search for the property on SDL Auctions' website and click onto the property to view the property details. There will be a sub-heading "Legal Documents". Underneath this, you will be prompted to "Log in to view the legal documents". Follow this link, you will then be directed to create an account with Auction Passport to view the documents.
The legal pack can change at any time up until the auction starts so you must check for the most recent version of the legal pack. At the point of placing your bid, you are deemed to have read the legal pack in its entirety, including any changes. Failure to check for changes to the legal pack will not be a valid reason for withdrawing from the sale.
It is strongly recommended that you instruct a qualified professional to review the legal pack and raise any necessary enquiries before bidding.
Special Conditions Of Sale - The property is sold subject to any Special Conditions of Sale. These are contractual conditions that are included by the seller of the property - they are not part of SDL Auctions' terms and conditions. The Special Conditions of Sale are legally binding. You are taken to have read and accepted these at the point of bidding, even if you have not done so. The Special Conditions of Sale are available to read in the legal pack.
Registration Process - To register to bid on the property, search for the lot on SDL Auctions website. Click onto the property, follow the link to "Log in/register to bid" , and you will then be directed to create an account with the online-bidding platform provider, EIG.
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