3-bedroom detached house · DE7 6BR
SoldListed 282 daysAuction 26 Feb · ended
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About
For sale on 26 February 2026 Our national property auction will be broadcast online with live auctioneers.
To bid by proxy, online, or by phone, please submit your registration form no later than 5pm the day before the auction. The auction will commence at 09:00.
A unique opportunity to acquire a detached property known as Pond House, located within the picturesque Shipley Country Park. The property extends to circa 900 sq.ft over two storeys.
The property is in need of repairs and a scheme of improvement and comprises of entrance hallway, lounge, dining room with understairs cupboard and kitchen.
To the first floor landing there are three bedrooms and a bathroom. Shipley Country Park offers 700 acres of attractive and varied landscape.
The Park is located in Mapperley close to Heanor and Ilkeston, with the larger city centres of Derby and Nottingham just a short drive away.
There are excellent nearby road links including the A608 and M1 (J26). Tenure Note A new 999 year lease will be created on the sale of the property.
Water and Drainage Note The buyer is required to install a new dedicated wastewater/sewage treatment tank at the property and to install a sub meter for the supply of water.
Registered Bat Site Note We have been made aware the loft space of this property is a Registered Bat Site.
Prospective buyers are advised to make all necessary independent enquiries prior to bidding, as any bid made will be binding.
Tenure: Leasehold EPC Rating: F Terms: Auction Details: The sale of this property will take place on the stated date by way of Auction Event and is being sold under and Unconditional sale type.
Binding contracts of sale will be exchanged at the point of sale. All sales are subject to SDL Property Auctions Buyers Terms.
Properties located in Scotland will be subject to applicable Scottish law.
Auction Deposit and Fees: The following deposits and non- refundable auctioneers fee apply: • 10% deposit (subject to a minimum of £5,000) • Buyers Fee of £1,500 inc.
VAT The Buyers Fee does not contribute to the purchase price, however it will be taken into account when calculating the Stamp Duty Land Tax for the property (known as Land and Buildings Transaction Tax for properties located in Scotland), because it forms part of the chargeable consideration for the property.
There may be additional fees listed in the Special Conditions of Sale, which will be available to view within the Legal Pack. You must read the Legal Pack carefully before bidding.
Additional Information: For full details about all auction methods and sale types please refer to the Auction Conduct Guide which can be viewed on the SDL Property Auctions home page.
This guide includes details on the auction registration process, your payment obligations and how to view the Legal Pack (and any applicable Home Report for residential Scottish properties).
Guide Price & Reserve Price: Each property sold is subject to a Reserve Price. The Reserve Price will be within + or - 10% of the Guide Price.
The Guide Price is issued solely as a guide so that a buyer can consider whether or not to pursue their interest. A full definition can be found within the Buyers Terms.
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