2 bed property for sale

Melling, Carnforth LA6

Summary

Church Gates Cottage and the adjoining barn are Grade II listed buildings located on Main Street in Melling-with-Wrayton, Lancashire. Dating from the mid-18th century, the structures are built from sandstone rubble with a slate roof. The cottage features two storeys and two bays, with mullioned windows and a central doorway under a timber porch.

Situated near St Wilfrid's Church, a Grade II listed building known as "The Cathedral of the Lune Valley, " the cottage and barn contribute to the historic character of the village.

Entrance is underneath an attractive timber framed porch way draped in wisteria. Once you go through the iron wrought doorway, a spacious stone floored reception room with open fireplace greets you. Mullioned windows overlook the front elevation and there are ample storage cupboards dotted around the space.

The Kitchen is bijoux, however functional and is separated by a breakfast bar to a dining area. There is also access to the rear of the property.

Upstairs there are two very well proportioned double bedrooms with ample floorspace for soft furnishings/storage units. There is also a large bathroom with three piece suite and views over the rear.

The home is in need of substantial renovation however gives the opportunity to own a slice of history in a quaint village of the Lune Valley. Viewings are strictly through Lune Valley Estates and by appointment only, please respect other residents and do not attend without a member of staff. Parking for viewings is available on nearby Gillison Close but again, please be respectful.

Additional information:

There is a flying freehold on the property - please refer to the land registry documents included in the legal pack for further information.

The water source supplied is direct mains however this is currently disconnected due to a leak in the old pipework underground that requires replacing.

The roof is in need of repair.

Council Tax Band: E
Tenure: Freehold

Auctioneers Additional Comments

Pattinson Auction are referred to below as The Auctioneer. This auction lot is being sold under either conditional (Modern) or unconditional (Traditional) auction terms and overseen by the auctioneer. The property is available to view strictly by appointment only via any Marketing Agent or The Auctioneer. Please be aware that any enquiry, bid or viewing of the subject property will require your details being shared between any marketing agent and The Auctioneer so that all matters can be dealt with effectively. The property is being sold via a transparent online auction. To submit a bid on any property marketed by The Auctioneer, all bidders buyers must adhere to a verification of identity process in line with Anti Money Laundering procedures. Bids can be submitted at any time and from anywhere. Our verification process is in place to ensure aml procedures are carried out in accordance with the law

Auctioneers Additional Comments

The advertised price is commonly referred to as a Starting Bid or Guide Price and is accompanied by a Reserve Price. The Reserve Price is confidential to the seller and the auctioneer and will typically be within a range above or below 10% of the Guide Price, Starting Bid. These prices are subject to change. An auction can be closed at any time with the auctioneer permitting for the property (the lot) to be sold prior to the end of the auction. A Legal Pack associated with this particular property is available to view upon request and contains details relevant to the legal documentation enabling all interested parties to make an informed decision prior to bidding. The Legal Pack will also outline the buyers obligations and sellers commitments. It is strongly advised that you seek the counsel of a solicitor prior to proceeding with any property and/or Land Title purchase.

Auctioneers Additional Comments

In order to secure the property and ensure commitment from the seller, upon exchange of contracts the successful bidder will be expected to pay a non-refundable deposit equivalent to 5% of the purchase price. The deposit will form part of the purchase price. A non-refundable reservation fee of up to 6% inc VAT (subject to a minimum of 6,000 inc VAT) is also payable upon agreement of sale. The Reservation Fee is in addition to the agreed purchase price, and consideration should be given by the purchaser to any Stamp Duty Land Tax liability associated with the overall purchase costs. Both the Marketing Agent and the Auctioneer may consider it necessary or beneficial to pass customer details to third-party service suppliers, from whom a referral fee may be received. There is no requirement or obligation to use any recommended suppliers or services.