Clarach, Aberystwyth

**RARELY AVAILABLE** GET YOUR TEETH INTO THIS DOER UPPER OF INTEREST TO CASH BUYER OR BUILDERS. A detached Character Cottage formerly a pottery requiring total refurbishment - the lower single storey structure formerly an outbuilding houses the kitchen and shower room and upper building being two storey houses two living rooms and two decent first floor bedrooms. Immediate grounds and other garden strip area to lower side. In picturesque elevated setting up a single track lane with exceptional valley views within only 1.5 miles of the University Town and Seaside Resort of Aberystwyth in the scenic wooded valley within 0.5 miles of Clarach Bay Seafront. PLEASE NOTE: The property is subject to a S157 LOCAL OCCUPANCY CLAUSE and applicants should satisfy themselves that they qualify.

Situation/Location
The property occupies an outstanding elevated location with views of Clarach Valley. This is a pleasant area surrounded by beautiful woodland and countryside yet only 0.5 mile from the coast and popular leisure complex at Clarach Bay. The University town and seaside resort of Aberystwyth is within 2 miles and offers excellent social, educational and shopping facilities with public transport to all parts. There is a nearby an ancient church and other places of interest.

Construction
The property is built of solid stone walls which support a pitched roof laid with natural slate. Windows are original timber. This is an interesting property. The property would benefit from home improvements which can be carried out to individual taste and requirements.

Accommodation
The accommodation comprises as follows:

GROUND FLOOR
with quarry tiled floor throughout. Front solid timber Entrance door leading to:

Hall
Central Stairs to first floor. Panelled radiator. Doors to:

Living Room - 14'2" (4.32m) x 10'2" (3.1m)
Window to front and side. Recess fireplace with timber. Panelled radiator. Understairs Cupboard.

Dining Room - 13'1" (3.99m) x 12'7" (3.84m)
Window to front. open fireplace. Log Burner Stove (redundant), Panelled radiator. Steps down to:

Kitchen - 16'4" (4.98m) x 10'11" (3.33m)
window to front. L shaoed Fitted Kitchen range with beech coloured wall and base units worktop incorporating white sink and drainer, other stainless steel sink unit/drainer over, Large larder cupboard 6`5 x 4`2. Half glazed door to:

Other Entrance Hall
front Door to outside. Panelled radiator. Door to

Shower Room
Shower Cubicle with unit. Low flush WC. Wash hand basin. Window to front. Panelled radiator.

FIRST FLOOR
Approached by turned staircase to:

Half Landing
Doors to:

Bedroom - 10'11" (3.33m) x 16'4" (4.98m)
window to front enjoying amazing views of Clarach valley..

Other Bedroom - 13'6" (4.11m) x 16'11" (5.16m)
window to front enjoying amaxing views of Clarach valley. Airing Cupboard.

OUTSIDE
The property is situated on a sloping private lane in its immediate mature grounds. There is a corrugated Iron Store 6` x 8 above the property. On lane parking. Triangular Garden strip with old chicken coups and small sheds.

Services
Mains electric and water. Private drainage. Council Tax Band E. Heating was previously provided by radiators off a store fire in the dining room. This is thought to be obsolete.

S157 Occupation Clause
Any prospective buyer will need to satisfy themselves and supply evidence of proving that the following criteria can be applied to them:-

1. Statutory Consent: If the purchaser (or any one of several joint purchasers) can show a specified connection with the relevant designated region (i.e. Dyfed if purchased before 01-04-1996 and Ceredigion if purchased later) i.e. residence or employment within the region for at least 3 years immediately prior to the application, then the Council is bound to grant consent. (evidence to be provided: utility bill/council tax/payslips, etc for the last 3 years)

2. Consent is otherwise discretionary and discretionary consent may be granted if a purchaser can establish one of the following criteria:-
1. Born within the designated area.
2. Resided a total of 5 years within the designated area but not immediately prior to application.
3. Currently employed within the designated area.
4. Intending to move to the area to care for an elderly or infirm relative or friend; or if the purchaser is elderly or infirm in order to receive care from relatives or friends who are residing in the area.
Please contact the council for conformation on 01545 570881


General
This is an attractive cottage with good potential an ideal property for home renovations. For further details apply to Lloyd Herbert & Jones who will be pleased to arrange your viewing.

Important Information
Whilst we endeavour to make our sales details accurate and reliable they should not be relied on as statements or representations of fact and do not constitute any part of an offer or contract. The seller does not make or give nor do we or our employees have the authority to make or give any representation or warranty in relation to the property. Please contact the office before viewing the property. If there is any point which is of particular importance to you we will be pleased to check the information for you and to confirm that the property remains available. This is particularly important if you are contemplating travelling some distance to view the property. We would strongly recommend that all the information which we provide about the property is verified by yourself on inspection and also by your conveyancer, especially where statements have been made by us to the effect that the information provided has not been verified. LLOYD HERBERT & JONES HAVE NOT TESTED ANY ELECTRICAL WIRING, PLUMBING, DRAINAGE OR OTHER APPLIANCES. THE MENTION OF ANY APPLIANCES AND OR SERVICES WITHIN THESE SALES PARTICULARS DOES NOT IMPLY THAT THEY ARE IN FULL AND EFFICIENT WORKING ORDER.

Council Tax
Ceredigion County Council, Band E

Notice
Please note we have not tested any apparatus, fixtures, fittings, or services. Interested parties must undertake their own investigation into the working order of these items. All measurements are approximate and photographs provided for guidance only.