The popular rural hamlet of Hayton’s Bent offers the best of both worlds, idyllic peaceful living, while only being a 10 minute drive to the historic market town of Ludlow renowned for its history, architecture, excellent restaurants, and festivals. Stone Cottage is nestled into the hillside and has fantastic panoramic views out over the Corvedale, Wenlock Edge and Brown Clee Hill. It occupies a secluded spot, but also benefits from not feeling totally isolated. Bridleways and footpaths provide great walking opportunities directly from the property. The original part of the home Is believed to date back to 1760 and has been subject to a number of extensions more recently. The approach to the home is off a single-track lane with gated parking for two vehicles opposite. Steps from here lead down into the entrance hall. which opens out into the open plan airy kitchen/diner. The kitchen itself has been fitted with a good range of base and wall units, tiled flooring, waist height double oven and hob with extractor over. The double oven AGA creates a welcoming atmosphere. There are windows to two elevations allowing plenty of light in, with breakfast bar under one offering a less formal dining space and a place to sit and enjoy the rural views. To the other end of the kitchen is the more formal dining area, with space for a large table. Just off here is a useful study/office area and pantry with tiled floor and understairs storage cupboard. Steps lead down from the kitchen diner into the sitting room with large multifuel wood burner on a slate hearth. Two sets of windows take in views over the countryside, large Velux windows with Velux solar-powered blinds allow maximum light into the property. Double French doors open out to a paved area and into the large garden beyond this. A further reception room to the rear of the home, has traditional oak beams, inglenook fireplace with multifuel stove in situ and door to outside. There are two staircases giving access to the first floor. The upstairs accommodation comprises three double bedrooms and two bathrooms. The principal bedroom is really special, with double doors opening inwards to reveal a Juliet balcony with rural outlook. The en suite bathroom is beautifully appointed with drench shower, WC, bidet, sink unit with mirrored cupboard and motion-sensitive lighting, Japanese-style soaking bath with underwater lighting and whirlpool facility. Electric underfloor heating and heated towel rail. The family bathroom is well-appointed with Fired Earth tiling, Tavistock suite of bath with drench shower, WC, and wash-hand basin. A cupboard houses the washing machine and has space for a tumble dryer. The garden is a really special feature of this property, there are many different areas to enjoy. The gently sloping grounds are predominantly laid to lawn, bordered by fencing with well stocked borders and a small orchard and several paved patio areas. Outbuildings include a summer house, sheds, and an outside store with light and power. Auction Details: Nock Deighton Land and Property Auction Wednesday 25th September 2024, 6.00pm Mercure Telford Central Hotel, Telford Auction Terms This property is offered through a traditional auction. Should you view, offer or bid your data will be shared with the Auctioneer, Sheldon Bosley Knight Limited. The property will unless previously withdrawn, be sold subject to the Special and General Conditions of Sale, which have been settled by the Vendor’s Solicitor and are contained within the Auction Legal Pack. This pack is available to download to registered bidders. Please contact either Nock Deighton or the Sheldon Bosley Knight auction department for details on how to register to bid. The conditions may also be inspected in the Sale Room at the time of the sale but they will not then be read. The purchaser shall be deemed to bid on those terms whether he shall have inspected the Conditions or not. The sale of this property will take place on the stated date by way of a live, in-room auction and is being sold as Unconditional with a Fixed Fee. Some sellers may consider a pre-auction offer, and the Lot may be sold or withdrawn before the auction. Binding contracts of sale will be exchanged at the point of sale. Auction Deposit and Fees The following deposits and non-refundable auctioneer’s fee apply: • 10% deposit (subject to a minimum of £5,000) • Buyer’s Premium of £1320 inc. VAT There may be additional fees listed in the Special Conditions of Sale, which will be available to view within the Legal Pack. You must read the Legal Pack carefully before bidding. Guide Price & Reserve Price The guide price offers an indication of the price below which the vendor is not willing to sell. It is not necessarily the exact final sale price and is subject to change prior to and up until the day of the auction. Any change in the guide price will reflect a change in the reserve (a figure below which the auctioneer will not be able to sell). The reserve can be expected to be set within the guide range or not more than 10% above a single-figure guide. (RICS Common Auction Conditions 4th Edition). Plans Plans shown are for identification purposes only. Services Mains water and electricity. Private drainage. Oil fired central heating. Tenure and Possession The property and land are freehold. Vacant possession will be given upon completion which is normally 20 working days after the auction (please refer to the Legal Pack for further details). Bidder Registration and Auction Legal Pack If you would like to register to bid, please head to the following link: passport.eigroup.co.uk/bidder-registration/sheldon-bosley-knight/ You can opt to bid in person, online, by telephone or by proxy. You will also be able to download the Auction Legal Pack for the Lot you are interested in here: auctioneertemplates.eigroup.co.uk/guides.aspx?a=1236&c=sbk The Auction Passport requires you to input the details of your solicitor. If you would like to use our own preferred solicitors, please let us know and I will arrange for a quote to be sent to you. If this is the first time you have accessed Auction Passport, just press the green button on the left-hand side ‘Click here to sign up for free' to create a new account. Following your initial registration, you will receive an SMS from LexisNexis, a company we use to verify ID and conduct an anti-money laundering check. Please click on the link within the SMS and follow the instructions to complete the check. Legal Documents & Additional Costs It is essential bidders check the legal documents prior to bidding and take professional advice. Special conditions of sale can contain additional costs (that is costs over and above the price the lot is ‘knocked down’ at) and bidders are deemed to be aware of any additional costs prior to bidding. Viewings All viewings are by appointment only through Nock Deighton Ludlow