Church Lane

Wayside Cottage is a cosy country cottage on the banks of the River Trent in the historic village of Swarkestone in South Derbyshire. Swarkestone is famous as the turning point of Bonnie Prince Charlie in 1745 and also as the location for a photoshoot for the cover of the Rolling Stones album Beggar's Banquet.

The cottage dates back to the 18th Century, there are 2 bedrooms, the main double on the first floor and a loft bedroom. Both have delightful views over the River Trent and the ancient Grade 1 listed Swarkestone causeway. The comfortable lounge leads on to the fully fitted kitchen and small dining area. The large bathroom with electric shower is on the first floor. Outside there is a small courtyard garden to the front of the cottage - perfect for watching the sun go down over the river with a glass of wine. Parking is available for one car immediately in front of the cottage and further parking can be found just a step away on the river bank or next to the beautiful and historic St James' church.
The cottage is centrally heated and there is a log burner effect electric fire in the lounge. The kitchen is fully equipped with a dual fuel range cooker, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, microwave and washing machine.

Auctioneer's Comments
This property is offered through Modern Method of Auction. Should you view, offer or bid your data will be shared with the Auctioneer, iamsold Limited. This method requires both parties to complete the transaction within 56 days, allowing buyers to proceed with mortgage finance (subject to lending criteria, affordability and survey).

The buyer is required to sign a reservation agreement and make payment of a non-refundable Reservation Fee of 4.5% of the purchase price including VAT, subject to a minimum of £6600.00 including VAT. This fee is paid in addition to purchase price and will be considered as part of the chargeable consideration for the property in the calculation for stamp duty liability. Buyers will be required to complete an identification process with iamsold and provide proof of how the purchase would be funded.

The property has a Buyer Information Pack containing documents about the property. The documents may not tell you everything you need to know, so you must complete your own due diligence before bidding. A sample of the Reservation Agreement and terms and conditions are contained within this pack. The buyer will also make payment of £300 inc VAT towards the preparation cost of the pack.

The estate agent and auctioneer may recommend the services of other providers to you, in which they will be paid for the referral. These services are optional, and you will be advised of any payment, in writing before any services are accepted. Listing is subject to a start price and undisclosed reserve price that can change.


Location
Just along the river bank the local pub serves food, the garden centre has an excellent cafe and the petrol station sells a few basic groceries - all within easy walking distance. Chellaston village is only a couple of miles away with an Aldi, Lidl, Co-op, Tesco local, takeaways and several other pubs serving food.
Swarkestone is within easy reach of many interesting attractions such as National Trust properties Calke Abbey and Sudbury Hall, Alton Towers, Donington Park racetrack, Denby Pottery, Elvaston Castle Country Park, Royal Crown Derby, Chatsworth House, and for walkers the Peak District and Charnwood Forest. There are several lovely local walks along the River Trent or the nearby Trent & Mersey canal. Regular bus services run from the village into Derby. The busy small town/large village of Melbourne is just a short drive away and is blessed with many cafes, restaurants and independent shops. Melbourne Hall and Gardens are well worth a visit

Entrance Porch
With windows to the front and side elevations, radiator and access to:

Inner Lobby
With staircase leading to the first floor.

Lounge
12' 1" x 12' 2" ( 3.68m x 3.71m )
This is the focal point of the property and has doors leading to the patio garden at the front of the house, exposed beams to the ceiling, double radiator and feature brick fireplace with inset electric fire. Useful understairs storage space. Open plan access to:

Dining Kitchen
15' 1" x 7' 2" ( 4.60m x 2.18m )
With a range of work surface/preparation areas, wall and base cupboards and an alcove for freestanding cooking range with extractor above. The kitchen benefits further from a Belfast style sink with tap and there are useful cupboards and drawers, integrated dishwasher, cupboard housing a fridge/freezer, double radiator, window to the rear elevation and a recently installed boiler providing domestic hot water and central heating. (Cooking range, integrated dishwasher, washing machine and fridge/ freezer included in sale)

First Floor Landing
With large storage cupboard.

Bedroom One
11' 10" x 9' 8" ( 3.61m x 2.95m )
With window overlooking the front elevation, concealed walk-in wardrobe and storage, radiator and quality laminate floor.

Shower Room
14' 1" x 7' ( 4.29m x 2.13m )
Measurement taken to the centre of the shower cubicle)
With a low level WC, wash hand basin with storage cupboard beneath, large shower cubicle, complementary tiling, frosted window, radiator and airing cupboard.

Loft Room
Having a velux window to the front elevation and double glazed window to the rear elevation.

Outside
Externally, there is a small courtyard garden to the front of the cottage - perfect for watching the sun go down over the river with a glass of wine.
Parking is available for one car immediately in front of the cottage and further parking can be found just a step away on the river bank or next to the beautiful and historic St James' church.