1 Homestead Cottage, All Saints, South Elmham – £1,100 PCM
- 3-bedroom cottage
- Rural location
- Off-road parking
- Fully refurbished
- Woodburner
- Enclosed garden
The perfect country retreat – 1 Homestead Cottage is a charming three-bedroom semi-detached home, tucked away in the highly sought-after Suffolk Saints. Set within a beautifully rural setting with far-reaching field views, the property enjoys a wonderful sense of peace and seclusion, while remaining just a short drive from the market towns of Halesworth and Bungay.
The cottage has been thoughtfully refurbished throughout, featuring a brand-new kitchen, family bathroom, and cloakroom, alongside fresh redecoration and new flooring, creating a welcoming interior ready to move straight into.
At the heart of the home is a stylish, newly fitted kitchen with an integrated cooker and hob, complemented by a well-appointed ground floor bathroom with a shower over the bath. The cosy sitting room, complete with a woodburner, provides an inviting space to relax.
Upstairs, the property offers two generous double bedrooms and a third single bedroom, ideal as a home office or nursery, along with a convenient cloakroom with WC and basin.
Outside, the cottage truly comes into its own, with a lovely large enclosed garden enjoying a tranquil outlook, perfect for outdoor dining or simply unwinding. Off-road parking is available to the front, with additional parking to the rear accessed via a small adjacent track.
LOCATION:
Located in All Saints, South Elmham, adjacent to the village of Rumburgh, and a short walk from the award-winning Rumburgh Buck pub. The property is also a short drive from the amenities of the towns of Halesworth and Bungay.
AGENTS NOTES:
Viewings: By appointment with the Agent
Council Tax: Band B
Local Authority: East Suffolk
EPC: E – https://find-energy-certificate.service.gov.uk/energy-certificate/0038-8032-6281-8303-9984
Services & Heating: Mains electricity, water, and sewerage connected. Oil-fired central heating.
Available: Immediately
Appliances: Integrated cooker and hob included
Monthly rent: £1,100.00
Holding Deposit: £253.84
5 Weeks’ Deposit (secured with DPS deposit scheme at start of tenancy): £1,269.23
PROPERTY OFFERED:
To let unfurnished on an Assured Periodic Tenancy at a rent of £1,100.00 per calendar month.
APPLICATION PROCESS:
Application Stage
- Complete the application form
- Provide photographic identification (e.g. passport or driving licence, alongside birth certificate)
- Provide proof of current address (e.g. council tax bill, utility bill, or bank statement dated within the past 3 months)
Holding Deposit
Pay a holding deposit of one week’s rent. This will be credited against the applicant’s final balance upon approval following the required checks and references.
The holding deposit will be refunded to the applicant where:
- The landlord withdraws from the application process
- The applicant and landlord fail to enter into a tenancy agreement within 14 days
The holding deposit will not be refunded where:
a) The applicant withdraws before contracts are signed
b) The applicant does not pass Right to Rent or UK sanctions checks
c) The applicant provides false or misleading information which affects the landlord’s decision
d) The applicant notifies the landlord or agent within 14 days that they do not wish to proceed
e) The landlord or agent takes all reasonable steps to enter into a tenancy agreement within 14 days, but the applicant fails to do so
Credit Checks / References / Right to Rent / UK Sanctions Checks
Upon receipt of the holding deposit, we will carry out credit checks, obtain references from current or previous landlords, confirm employment and affordability, and conduct Right to Rent checks. The results will be reported to the prospective landlord.
The agent is also required to verify the applicant’s identity. Where there is suspicion or evidence of money laundering or financial sanctions, the agent is legally required to report this to the appropriate authority.
Before the Tenancy Starts
- Pay one month’s rent (in advance)
- Pay a deposit equivalent to five weeks’ rent (secured with the Deposit Protection Scheme (DPS) for the duration of the tenancy)
Payments During the Tenancy
- Utilities: gas, electricity, water, telephone, broadband, TV licence, and council tax (as applicable)
- £50.00 (inc. VAT) for tenancy agreement amendments
- Interest on late rent at 3% above the Bank of England base rate
- £50.00 (inc. VAT) for replacement of lost keys/security devices
- Any unpaid rent or reasonable costs associated with early termination
- Any other permitted payments under the Tenant Fees Act
Tenant Protection
Olivers Property Agents Ltd is a member of the following schemes:
- Client Money Protection (CMP) – Membership No: CMP004528
- The Property Redress Scheme – Membership No: PRS002810
All information, including prices, photographs, drawings, and details, is provided in good faith and should be used as a guide only, not forming part of any offer or contract. The Agent/Vendor/Landlord accepts no responsibility for misrepresentations. Prospective purchasers/tenants must verify all statements and contact this office for clarification if required.
All room measurements are approximate and should not be relied upon for ordering carpets, furniture, or other materials. Any measurements of particular importance should be independently verified. No services, equipment, or appliances have been tested; applicants are advised to commission their own survey/report prior to making an offer.