AUCTION SALE – COMPLETE IN 28 DAYS

Description

INFORMATION / PICTURES FROM THE AGENT:

Willow Tree Cottage enjoys a private rural position towards the end of a country lane. Set in over half an acre, it offers 5 bedrooms, 6 reception rooms, a woodland, duck pond, chicken coop, gym, double garage, workshop with private gated access.

Accommodation summary
A quintessential countryside retreat, Willow Tree Cottage enjoys an enviable private setting towards the end of a serene country lane, surrounded by idyllic open fields. Nestled within just over half an acre, this beautifully appointed home offers an exceptional blend of timeless charm and modern versatility.

The property boasts five generously proportioned bedrooms and six reception rooms, offering unparalleled flexibility.

Ground Floor
A thoughtfully designed ground floor features a welcoming porch with a guest cloakroom, leading to a hallway with stairs to the first floor. To the right, a dedicated office/study provides the perfect work-from-home environment, while the family lounge, complete with a cozy log burner, leads seamlessly to a bright conservatory overlooking the stunning rear gardens.

To the left of the hall, the dining room exudes warmth with its feature fireplace, adjoining a delightful country kitchen. The kitchen is a centerpiece of charm, featuring a Rayburn stove, central island, and space for informal dining. A second conservatory, currently serving as a boot room, adds further practicality.

A newly installed utility room (ideal as a second kitchen) with an additional cloakroom are accessed via a second inner hallway which also features a beautiful bespoke cast iron spiral staircase providing access to the principal bedroom.
The ground floor also benefits from a beautifully renovated wing, offering a spacious 22-foot reception room with bi-fold doors opening onto a private courtyard with views of neighbouring equestrian fields.

This wing includes a bespoke integrated dressing room, a luxurious four-piece bathroom, and a large triple-aspect first-floor bedroom accessed by a unique cast-iron spiral staircase. Perfectly designed as part of the main home or as an independent annexe, this space is ideal for multi-generational living.

First Floor
The first-floor principal bedroom features a Juliet balcony with stunning southerly views, a dressing area, and an en-suite bathroom.

All bedrooms enjoy views over the gardens and beyond. Bedroom Three benefits from its own en-suite shower room. Bedroom Four boasts a dressing room and shares a family bathroom with Bedroom Five, both recently refitted to an exceptional standard.

Outside
The gardens are a true sanctuary, zoned into areas of formal and rural charm. A manicured garden leads to a delightful woodland strip, opening onto a picturesque countryside haven with a tranquil duck pond and chicken coop and numerous established fruit trees. Additional outdoor amenities include a detached timber outbuilding currently fitted as a gym, and a double detached timber garage/workshop with separate gated access from Spinning Wheel Lane.

Willow Tree Cottage is accessed via remote-controlled gates, ensuring complete privacy and leads to a spacious courtyard providing parking for up to six vehicles, all beautifully screened by mature trees and fencing.

This truly exceptional property combines the best of rural seclusion and refined living, offering a lifestyle of elegance, comfort, and tranquillity.

Tenure: Freehold | Council Tax Band G | EPC E

Services, Utilities & Property Information
Construction: Brick / Tiles
Water Supply & Sewerage – South East Water / Sewerage Treatment Plant, Associated costs apply. Please contact the agent for further information.
Heating – Calor gas tank, oil fired Rayburn
Electricity Supply – Scottish and Southern
Mobile Phone Coverage - 4G and 5G mobile signal is available in the area, we advise you to check with your provider.
Broadband Availability - Standard and Ultrafast Broadband Speed is available in the area, with predicted highest available download speed 1000 Mbps and highest available upload speed 1000 Mbps. We advise you to check with your provider.
Garage Parking 2 spaces
Off Road Parking 6 vehicles
New build development potential (STPP)
Please be aware this property is being offered for sale with 3 separate titles.
Plans in place to resurface the single-track road leading to the property. Contact the agent for further information.

Please click on the property video tab for full details of this property, or for more information or to arrange a viewing please contact Robert Cable.
Disclaimer

All measurements are approximate and quoted in metric with imperial equivalents and for general guidance only and whilst every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy, they must not be relied on.

The fixtures, fittings and appliances referred to have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given and that they are in working order.

Internal photographs are reproduced for general information and it must not be inferred that any item shown is included with the property.

Whilst we carryout our due diligence on a property before it is launched to the market and we endeavour to provide accurate information, buyers are advised to conduct their own due diligence.

Our information is presented to the best of our knowledge and should not solely be relied upon when making purchasing decisions. The responsibility for verifying aspects such as flood risk, easements, covenants and other property-related details rests with the buyer.

INFORMATION FROM THE AUCTION HOUSE:

Please note that all marketing including property description and imagery has been provided by the introducing agent. The Auction Company strongly recommends interested parties arrange an in-person viewing (strictly by appointment only) to fully appreciate all the property has to offer and to satisfy your own requirements.

Method of Auction:

- This is a ‘Timed Online’ auction, meaning bidding takes place online.
- Visit The Auction Company website find the property details and the bidding method.
- How long the bidding process is open for, is clearly stated as is the closing date and end time.

Registering to bid:

- In order to bid on the property, you are required to register your details.
- You will be required to undertake identity checks as this is the law.
- You will be required to register your payment details. This is to ensure you have funds available to settle the Buyer’s Premium and deposit.
- A hold/shadow will be placed on £6,000 for this.
- If you place a bid, it is deemed you have read, understood and agree to the Terms and Conditions of The Auction Company in their entirety.
- T&Cs, Buyers Terms and Special Auction Conditions are found on each property details. You must read these before bidding.

Auction type - Traditional Method of Auction (Unconditional):

- 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 and complete with 28 days.
- The held amount of £6,000 will be deducted from your account and will form part of the Buyer’s Premium payment.
- You will be contacted within 2 hours to settle the deposit amount payable and any remaining Buyers Premium due. Failure to make the payments you will be in breach of our auction terms.
** NO CARD PAYMENTS EXCEPTED ** TO PAY ANY REMAINING BALANCES **
- The Buyer’s Premium is set at 4% + VAT (£5,000 + VAT minimum). This is non-refundable and does not constitute towards the cost of the property.
- The deposit amount is 10% of the sale price and will be collected within 2 hours of the close of auction.

Legal Pack:

- The legal pack is a set of documents that relate to the property and the sale of it.
- It is highly recommended that you download and consider the provided legal pack for the property you are interested in bidding on.
- It is also advisable that you seek legal advice regarding the content of the legal pack, to ensure certainty before bidding.
- To download the legal pack, search for The Auction Company website and find the property of interest. There is a tab for ‘legals’ where you will find the documents. To download, you must create a free account with The Auction Passport.
- 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.

Special Conditions of Sale:

- These conditions are not set by The Auction Company. They are conditions stipulated by the seller and are contractually 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.

Council Tax Band

G