26, Hawthorn St- Let on 25 Year Lease, Peterlee, SR8 3LY

Description The opa is proud to present this attractive freehold two-bedroom mid-terrace property in Hawthorn Street, Peterlee, County Durham, offering a rare and secure long-term investment opportunity with a fully established 25-year rent-guaranteed lease in place.

This well-maintained property is currently leased to a reputable supported housing provider under a hands-off 25-year lease agreement that commenced in February 2024, providing investors with a guaranteed net rental income of £719 per month (£8,628 per annum).

The structure of the lease ensures a truly passive investment, with the tenant responsible for bills, council tax and the majority of internal repairs and maintenance.

Internally, the property offers practical and comfortable accommodation comprising a spacious lounge, a well-appointed fitted kitchen with dining space, and a modern bathroom suite.

To the first floor are two generously sized bedrooms, providing well-proportioned living space.

Externally, the property benefits from a low-maintenance rear garden, making it suitable for long-term residential occupation.

The property is sold fully furnished and equipped for the tenant, meaning there is no additional expenditure required by the buyer upon completion.

With annual index-linked rent reviews and no break clause within the lease, investors benefit from predictable income and long-term financial stability.

Location Situated in Peterlee, County Durham, the property is conveniently located close to local amenities, transport links and green spaces, and is approximately one mile from Easington Beach, making it an established residential area with continued housing demand.

This is an excellent opportunity for investors seeking a secure, low-maintenance and fully managed property investment with guaranteed income for the long term.

Tenure The property is freehold and will be sold with the benefit of a 25 year hands off lease to a social housing provider with a passing rent of £8,628.00 p.a/ £719 pcm.

We are advised that in accordance with the lease terms, the tenant is responsible for bills, council tax and most internal repairs and maintenance.

No voids, no maintenance, no headache, no management fees, no bills and no council tax. Collect your net rent monthly without the stress of a standard buy to let investment.

The 25 years is already in place since February 2024, with no break clause.

We are advised that according to the lease terms, the tenant is responsible for bills, council tax, and most internal repairs and maintenance. The lease is valid until 2049.

Annual index linked rent reviews. Investment opportunity The property is securely leased to a reputable housing provider, ensuring a guaranteed net rental income of £8,628 per annum.

With a hassle-free investment model, this is an opportunity for investors to enjoy consistent returns without the complexities of day-to-day management.

Tenant The property is leased to Positive Directions N.E, a well established Community Interest Company (cic) with charitable aims and objectives that delivers and manages a number of community projects and provides supported housing for people who are disadvantaged across the North East Region.

A key focus for the work of Positive Directions N.E is to recognise and embrace the value of lived experience and to provide support and opportunities for those who need an extra helping hand.

Don't miss out on this opportunity to acquire a hassle-free, secure investment in a high-demand area.

Contact opa today if you are looking for an easy way to invest in a secure long term, stress free investment.

Investment highlights This property is securely leased to a reputable housing provider, ensuring a guaranteed net rental income of £8,628 per annum.

With a hassle-free investment model, this is an opportunity for investors to enjoy consistent returns without the complexities of day-to-day management.

• No Void Periods: Continuous rental income with no interruption. • No General Maintenance: The tenant handles all general internal repairs, maintenance and damages.

• No Council Tax: Council tax is the tenant's responsibility. • No Bills: All utility bills are covered by the tenant.

• No Management Fees: Maximize your net income with no additional management fees. • Reputable Tenant: Leased to a well-established housing company.

Additional information • Council Tax: Band A • EPC: D • Construction: Standard construction, mid-terraced property • Utilities: Mains electricity, gas, water, sewage • Heating: Gas central heating • Parking: On-street parking any restrictive covenant, any easements, servitudes, wayleaves, any public rights of way across property or boundaries: Refer to property pack proerty accessibility – any step free access inc ramps/ lifts?

No any wet room/ level access shower no is the property known to be on A coalfield/ mining or directly impacted by effect of other mining activity Not known leasehold properties only (lease length) N/A Leasehold properties only (ground rent) N/A Leasehold properties only (service charge) N/A Any other material information – information that may affect the average consumer’s decision making Refer to pack.

Viewings Please contact opa for viewings.

Material information The opa have taken reasonable precautions and exercised all reasonable due diligence by asking the Seller of the Property to provide us in writing a declaration of material information regarding a property to comply with the Consumer Protection from Unfair Trading Regulations 2008.

However, certain information may be unavailable/unknown.

Any buyer must carry out their own due diligence and rely on their own searches, investigations and enquiries in respect of all matters relating to their proposed purchase of this property, to enable them to make an informed transactional decision before proceeding and entering into the exclusivity agreement on this property.

Any flooding in the last 5 years Not known Is the property listed? No Confirm existence and nature of any known planning or proposals for development Not known Agent notes This property is tenanted.

Internal viewings may not be possible. Photos may be for illustrative purposes.

Buyers fee 2% of the agreed purchase price + VAT Minimum fee: £3,999 + VAT Please request Information Pack, Buyer’s Guide & FAQs.

You will be required to enter an “Exclusivity Agreement” with the Seller, granting you, the Buyer, the Exclusive right to purchase the property within the exclusivity period.

Please note the Buyer’s Fee is a non-refundable unconditional Exclusivity Fee in addition to the purchase price payable to the Agent upon offer acceptance.

The fee is not subject to a cooling off period and is non-refundable save in accordance with the terms stated in the exclusivity agreement.

Upon offer acceptance you will not be required to exchange contracts, but will be granted an “exclusivity period” in order to exchange and complete on the transaction.

This timescale is generally eight weeks, but this will be specified in the Exclusivity Agreement (please note, we may be able to negotiate the timeframe, so please discuss with your opa representative).

This is a flexible and buyer friendly method of purchase. By signing the Exclusivity Agreement and paying the Buyer’s Fee, this secures the transaction and takes the property off the market.

By paying your fee, that amount may be considered as part of the chargeable consideration for the property and be included in the calculation for stamp duty land tax liability.

The opa’s “Secure It Now Exclusivity Package” – this is a legally binding agreement between you and the seller.

When the offer is accepted, the buyer pays the Exclusivity Fee to the Agent and enters into an “Exclusivity agreement with the Seller”, granting the buyer an exclusivity period, which is usually up to 8 weeks to complete on the purchase of the property.

During the exclusivity period, the buyer has the exclusive right to purchase the property, no other offers can be accepted, and during this period the buyer must complete the sale transaction.

If the buyer fails to complete in this period, the fee is non-refundable.

This property is being offered under The opa’s “Secure It Now Exclusivity Package” This is an innovative secure and straightforward way to purchase this property.

Here are the benefits for you: • Secure your dream property straight away • Similar to a “normal” or “conventional” sale with a few measures to protect the buyer and the seller • No competitive bidding • No risk of being gazumped • Minimises risk of fall throughs Secure It Now Exclusivity Package - How does it work?

You can now secure the purchase with a buyer’s “Secure It Now Exclusivity Agreement”.

By entering into the exclusivity agreement and paying the Exclusivity Fee, this buys: • A legally binding contract granting the buyer exclusive rights to purchase the property within a given timeframe (usually 56 days/8 weeks, however, please confirm seller’s required timescale).

• Paying the Exclusivity Fee ensures that the seller takes their property off the market as soon as the sale is agreed and reserves it exclusively for you. • This prevents the risk of gazumping.

• Helps you avoid losing money and wasting time which most buyers like you may face with the traditional estate agent's approach.

• You get a fixed exclusivity period (approximately 8 weeks) to complete, safe in the knowledge that you will not be gazumped or outbid by another buyer.

Steps to Purchase Step 1 - Register your interest. Step 2 - Arrange your finances, carry out your due diligence, ask questions, get legal/financial advice if required.

Request and review the property pack. You are advised to get legal advice prior to offering on the property. Step 3 - Arrange a viewing (if you require a viewing).

If you do not require a viewing and offer without a viewing, you are doing so at your own risk. Step 4 - Make an offer.

Step 5 - Secure your purchase using our buy and Secure It Now Exclusivity package. Step 6 - Exchange and completion.

Important notes Buyers should carry out their own due diligence/investigations, and if required seek independent legal/financial advice. Cash buyers preferred.

This is an investment property and will be sold with the benefit of the hands off housing lease. Cash purchasers preferred.

Anyone looking to purchase with finance must ensure that they can complete on the property and the property is suitable for their lender’s criterial.

The Exclusivity fee is a non-refundable fee and unless otherwise stated and agreed in the special conditions of the Exclusivity Agreement, this is unconditional, not subject to survey or valuation, lending or anything else.

The fee is not subject to a cooling off period and is non-refundable save in accordance with the terms stated in the exclusivity agreement.

Buyers should carry out their own due diligence/investigations and if required seek independent legal/financial advice prior to entering the Exclusivity Agreement.

Please be advised that this property may have been owned by the current seller for under six months, or the seller may have the exclusive right to sell the property.

If you require any further clarification, please speak to a representative of The opa. Money Laundering Regulations 1.

Intending purchasers will be asked to produce identification documentation at a later stage and we would ask for your co-operation in order that there will be no delay in agreeing the sale. 2.

These particulars do not constitute part or all of an offer or contract. 3. The measurements indicated are supplied for guidance only, and as such must be considered incorrect. 4.

Potential buyers are advised to recheck the measurements before committing to any expense. 5.

All descriptions, dimensions, references to condition and necessary permission for use and occupation, and other details are given without responsibility, and any intending purchasers or tenants should not rely on them as statements or representations of fact but must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to the correctness of each of them.

6. No persons in the employment of The opa has any authority to make or give any representation or warranty whatever in relation to this property.

No services, fixtures, fittings or appliances, including central heating, have been tested by the Agent at the time of writing.

All references to parts of the fabric, material, decoration, external or internal features or grounds of the property are made without any warranty as to their conditions or effectiveness.

Where definite checks have been made, such results will be made clear at the appropriate place in the particulars of sale.

Every effort has been made by the Agents to obtain accurate information from the correct sources.

However, intending purchasers and other readers are asked to make their own arrangements regarding verification of any statements expressed in these particulars of sale.

Any reference to, or use of any part of the property is not a statement that any necessary planning, building regulations or other consent has been obtained.

All photographs shown are indicative and cannot be guaranteed to represent the complete interior scheme or items included in the sale.

No person in our employment has any authority to make or give any representation or warranty whatsoever in relation to this property.

Misrepresentation Act 1967: The opa for themselves and for the vendors or lessors of this property whose agents they are, give notice that: (1) These particulars do not amount to, nor amount to any part of, an offer or contract.

(2) None of the statements contained in these particulars should be relied on as statements or representations of fact, therefore all prospective purchasers or tenants must satisfy themselves as to their accuracy.