3 Bedroom Cottage with Development Potential, The Cottage, Lower Copthurst, Whittle-le-Woods, Chorley, PR6 8LX

Overview

Hammer Price Homes are pleased to present for sale by online auction this rare opportunity to purchase two adjoining cottages (sold as one) with development potential in Whittle-le-Woods, Chorley. The sale is strictly open for cash buyers only.

The property was previously known as No 1 and No 2 Copthurst Cottages, Birchin Lane, Brindle, Chorley, PR6 7QU. The address has been formally changed to The Cottage, Lower Copthurst, Whittle-le-Woods, Chorley, PR6 8LX.

The property that was previously known as Number 2 Copthurst Cottages makes up the current useable living accommodation, and briefly comprises: To the ground floor, an entrance porchway leading to a lounge, dining room, kitchen, and shower room. There is also a lean to at the rear of the property with a downstairs WC. Upstairs there are 3 good sized bedrooms.

Number 1 Copthurst Cottages is made up of a ground floor workshop (underneath the 3rd bedroom of Cottage Number 2), the rest of the property is completely derelict as can be seen on the photographs.

For the purpose of the floorplan, only the useable space has been considered, this is the whole of Cottage number 2 and the workshop of Cottage number 1. The rest of the property (parts that are considered derelict) have not been measured.

The plot offers endless scope for buyers to either create one large development or separate dwellings.

Externally the property sits on a very good-sized plot which includes tiered gardens to the rear and a very large section of woodlands that could offer scope for either recreational use or potential future development, subject to the relevant planning consent and permissions.

Please refer to the Land Registry Title Plan which is available for download from the Hammer Price Homes Website for the boundary information (shown edged in red).

Please be advised that a local gamekeeper houses pheasants at the far end of the woodlands. This is offered on an informal and friendly (handshake) agreement with no contract and at no monetary cost. Should the buyer wish to end the agreement or formalise it, then this should be done post completion.

The property requires full renovation throughout, and this sale is strictly open for cash buyers only due to the general condition; we feel it may be difficult to obtain lending via a traditional mortgage on the property. There will be no grounds for the buyer to withdraw from the sale with a return of the reservation fee citing issues around the condition of the property, for any issues in financing the purchase, or for any information within the searches. The property is sold as seen.

Please be advised that the deeds to the property have previously been lost, as a result the seller and their solicitor made an application with Land Registry to register the property with possessory title. As this was longer than 12 years ago, the property is now successfully registered with Title absolute. The vendors solicitor will provide a Missing Information insurance policy on completion.

Viewing is considered essential to appreciate the opportunity on offer. To view the property please visit the Hammer Price Homes website, register as a buyer and book in for a viewing.

Location

The property is ideally positioned in a quiet, peaceful setting in the heart of Whittle-le-woods. The location, whilst offering the feeling of being immersed in the countryside and is surrounded by scenic farmer’s fields, is extremely accessible with the M6, M61 and M65 all located within a pleasant 10-15 minute drive away, along with the vibrant market town of Chorley boasting a host of amenities and well renowned schooling.

Special Conditions

This sale is open strictly for cash buyers only due to the general condition; we feel it may be difficult to obtain lending via a traditional mortgage on the property. There will be no grounds for the buyer to withdraw from the sale with a return of the reservation fee citing issues around the condition of the property, for any issues in financing the purchase, for anything to do with the registration (including the lost deeds), or for any information within the searches. The property is sold as seen.

65 days to complete.

Tenure

Tenure – Freehold – Land Registry documents are available for download from the Hammer Price Homes website.

Please be advised that the deeds to the property have previously been lost, as a result the seller and their solicitor made an application with Land Registry to register the property with possessory title. As this was longer than 12 years ago, the property is now successfully registered with Title absolute. The vendors solicitor will provide a Missing Information insurance policy on completion.

Other information

The Seller / Solicitor may not be able to answer the usual pre-contract questions or provide a property information form. The below information has been provided to the best of our knowledge and should not be relied on in full. Please note due to the nature of the property some of the services may be isolated.

Council Tax Band – C

EPC Rating – F

Utilities:

Primary source of Water Supply: Assumed Mains

Primary source of Electricity Supply: Assumed Mains

Primary source of Gas Supply: No Gas To The Property (Information taken from EPC)

Source/s of heating: Boiler and radiators, dual fuel (mineral and wood)

Primary arrangement for Sewerage/Drainage: The property is believed to be connected to a septic tank foul water system (located in a neighbouring properties rear garden).

Searches

Searches have been added and are available for download from the Hammer Price Homes website. The winning bidder will be required to pay for the search pack which is £300 (Inc. VAT), this is payable at the same time as the reservation fee. Prospective buyers are to review all searches available prior to bidding.

Auction Details

** Open for cash buyers only. 65 days to complete**

Auction ends – Wednesday 6th November 2024 at 2:00pm (Subject to anti-sniping).

Bidding Window Opens – Monday 4th November 2024 at 12:00pm (Bidding will not be possible until this time).

Starting price – £290,000 (Reserve price is higher & unpublished, typically the starting price will be 15 – 20% below the Reserve figure as per our Buyer Terms)

Fees

All fees are payable by bank transfer only (we do not take card payments).

Reservation Fee – Please note that there is a Reservation Fee (3.6% Including VAT) payable by the buyer within 2 hours of winning the auction. The reservation fee does not constitute part of the sale price, this is the auctioneer’s fee and is to be paid over & above the sale price paid to the Vendor.

Searches –The buyer is required to pay £300 (Inc. VAT) for the search pack. This is payable at the same time as the reservation fee.

Viewings

To view the property please visit the Hammer Price Homes website, register as a buyer and book in for a viewing. Bidding is only permitted for those who have viewed. Viewers must stick to their time precisely.

How to make an offer

Offers can only be made via the online auction in the form of a bid once the bidding window has opened. No offers will be accepted outside of the auction process.

Once a sale has been agreed (STC) and a price agreed then no further price negotiation will take place. This sale price is fixed at the winning auction price and the buyer honoured to pay it. Any subsequent attempt by the buyer to contact the vendor direct to renegotiate on price would hold the buyer in breach of our terms. Should the buyer withdraw then they may have to forfeit the reservation fee. Please read the buyer terms and FAQ’s on the site for more details.

This is a private sale and is sold as seen. The Seller / Solicitor may not be able to answer the usual pre-contract questions or provide a property information form.