3-bedroom house · LL12 9AB
Listing removedListed 164 daysAuction 3 Jun · ended
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J Bradburne Price & Co are delighted to offer for sale by Public Auction (subject to reserve, conditions & prior sale) on 3rd June 2026 at 7pm at the Royal Oak, Kinnerton - Lilac Cottage.
'Lilac Cottage' is coming to the market for the first time, having been held by the same family for generations.
An excellent opportunity to acquire a unique renovation project, this charming two/three bed semi-detached Grade II listed cottage, nestled in the heart of the village of Caergwrle and occupying a corner plot, exudes plenty of character and quirky features including a small square bible cupboard.
Of particular note is the generous rear garden and subject to the necessary planning consents there maybe scope to extend the accommodation and create off road parking.
Will appeal to those looking for a project, investors, as an letting opportunity, or buyers looking to own a bespoke character property.
The cottage is stone built under a thatched roof under a corrugated one, with a brick extension under a slate pitched roof to the rear.
In brief the accommodation comprises : The part glazed front door leads straight into the: Sitting Room Bedroom or 2nd reception room Bedroom with bathroom off Bedroom Kitchen Outside The property occupies a generous plot with front garden with lots of flora and fauna enclosed by a curved brick boundary wall and with path leading to the main front door.
To the rear there is an extensive garden including brick and stone outbuildings and double entrance gates, which could offer scope to create off road parking.
Notes 'Listed for its special historic interest as a scarce regional example of a vernacular thatched sub-medieval village house.' Directions Head out of Mold on the A541 towards Wrexham, continue for approximately 6 miles into the centre of the village of Caergwrle.
Before turning left onto Felllows lane, continue to the end of this road and the property is immediately on your left hand side on Derby Road, identified by our 'for sale' board.
W3WORDS: cove.paler.furnish Guide Price £60,000 - £80,000 Viewing Viewing strictly by appointment only. Tenure Freehold.
Vacant Possession upon Completion Services Mains Water Supply Mains Drainage Mains Electric EPC - Exempt Council Tax Band - Flintshire County Council Band 'C' General Remarks & Stipulations Local Authority Flintshire County Council Shire Hall Mold Flintshire Welsh Assembly Government Government Buildings Penrhallt Caernarfon LL55 1EP Solicitors Hopleys GMA incorporating Keene & Kelly 39 King Street Wrexham LL11 1HR Ref: GL Auctioneers J.
Bradburne Price & Co 14/16 Chester Street Mold Flintshire CH7 1EG Tel: Ref: PDL Plans, Area and Schedules: These are based on the Ordnance Survey and are for reference only.
They have been checked and computed by the agents and the purchaser shall be deemed to have satisfied themselves as to the description of the land and any error or mistake shall not annul the sale or entitle either party to compensation.
The plan is for identification only and is based on the Ordnance Survey Sheets Easements, Wayleaves, Public & Private Rights of Way The property is sold subject to and with the benefit of all public and private rights of way, light, drainage, cable, pylons or other easements, restrictions or obligations, whether or not the same are described in these particulars or contract of sale.
Town & Country Planning Act The property, notwithstanding any description contained within these particulars, is sold subject to any Development Plan, Tree Preservation Order, Town Planning Scheme or Agreement, Resolution or Notice, which may come to be in force and also subject to any statutory provisions or bylaw, without obligation on the part of the vendor to specify them.
BUYING AT AUCTION Buyers are required to make their own investigations to satisfy themselves as to the condition of their purchase.
Buyers intending to bid at auction are strongly advised to consult a legal advisor for independent advice on legal documentation to make any pre-contract enquiries prior to bidding.
Successful buyers are advised that the contract is binding on the falls of the gavel. Deposit A 10% deposit is to be paid on the fall of the hammer to either the attending solicitor or to J.
Bradburne Price & Co. Payment to be made either by cheque or bank transfer. No debit or credit cards or cash will be accepted.
REGISTRATION & LEGAL PACK The legal pack will be available by email only, please contact the office.. The Contract of Sale and sale conditions will not be read out at the auction.
Prospective purchasers will be deemed to have read them and to buy in full knowledge of their contents. A copy of the Registration Form will be available to download with the legal pack.
On the evening of the sale please bring the completed Registration Form along with the necessary proof of identity (see below). Once this is received a bidding number will be given to you.
LEGAL COSTS In addition to the purchase price, the purchaser(s) will be liable to pay upon completion the reimbursement of the Search fees and a contribution towards the vendors legal costs as set out below:- Legal & Search Fees Searches £270 Legal £950 + VAT PROOF OF IDENTITY To comply with Money Laundering Regulations all successful bidders are required to provide photographic identification and proof of address upon signing the Memorandum of Sale.
Acceptable Photographic Identification Current passport, UK driving licence.
Acceptable Proof of Address Utility Bill , Building Society or Bank Statement, Credit Card Statement or any other form issued within the last 3 months that provides evidence of residency at the correspondents address.
RESERVE PRICE The property will be sold subject to a reserve which is a minimum acceptable price at auction below which it cannot sell.
The reserve price is not disclosed and remains confidential between the seller and the auctioneer.
Both the guide price and the reserve price can be subject to change up to and include the day of the auction.
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