Property details
For Sale By Public AuctionA unique opportunity to purchase this stunning four-bedroom characterful Cottage, located in the well liked village of Smeeton Westerby, Leicestershire. The property, know as 'The Old Forge' found its name from being the former Blacksmiths Forge and was originally four individual cottages for the farm workers. These were converted by the current owners into one residence back in the 1970's.
The property itself offers a wealth of original features and in brief has a spacious entrance hallway, lounge, kitchen with views of the garden, dining room and walk-in pantry/utility space. To the first floor four bedrooms can be found with the master benefiting from ensuite facilities, walk in storage room and the family shower room. Externally the property has a stunning landscaped multi-level rear garden, surrounded by an array of established trees and plants, multiple patios and stairs leading up to a greenhouse and a selection of raised beds for plants and vegetables. There is also a integral garage accessed via the front and a driveway accessed via the side of the property.
Smeeton Westerby is a village and civil parish in the Harborough district, located 9.38 miles (15 km) south east of Leicester. Smeeton Westerby is situated in the Leicestershire countryside and is approximately 5.11 miles (8 km) from the nearest railway station which is located in Market Harborough.[2] The closest area for shops is Kibworth Beauchamp, which is 0.7 miles (1 km) due North of Smeeton Westerby. Smeeton Westerby doesn't have any shops of its own but it does have a traditional village pub, a village hall, a parish church and several stables and farms.
We await approval of these particulars by our seller and the EPC and Floorplan are to follow.
Auction Details;
Auction Live Event
Wednesday 7th May 2025, 6pm
Hinckley Golf Club
Auction Terms
The property will unless previously withdrawn, be sold subject to the Special and General Conditions of Sale, which have been settled by the Vendor’s Solicitor and are contained within the Auction Legal Pack. This pack is available to download to registered bidders. The conditions may also be inspected in the Sale Room at the time of the sale but they will not then be read. The purchaser shall be deemed to bid on those terms whether he shall have inspected the Conditions or not.
The sale of this property will take place on the stated date by way of a live, in-room auction and is being sold as Unconditional with a Fixed Fee. Some sellers may consider a pre-auction offer, and the Lot may be sold or withdrawn before the auction.
Binding contracts of sale will be exchanged at the point of sale.
Auction Deposit and Fees
The following deposits and non-refundable auctioneer’s fee apply:
• 10% deposit (subject to a minimum of £5,000)
• Buyer’s Premium of £1,500 inc. VAT
There may be additional costs listed in the Special Conditions of Sale, which will be available to view within the Legal Pack. These additional costs will be payable to the seller’s solicitor on Completion. You must read the Legal Pack carefully before bidding.
Guide Price & Reserve Price
The guide price offers an indication of the price below which the vendor is not willing to sell. It is not necessarily the exact final sale price and is subject to change prior to and up until the day of the auction. Any change in the guide price will reflect a change in the reserve (a figure below which the auctioneer will not be able to sell). The reserve can be expected to be set within the guide range or not more than 10% above a single-figure guide. (RICS Common Auction Conditions 4th Edition).
Plans
Plans shown are for identification purposes only.
Services
The auctioneer understands that mains water, drainage, gas and electricity are connected to the property, though these services have not been tested. Buyers are advised to make their own enquiries to confirm the connected services.
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Tenure and Possession
The property and land are freehold. Vacant possession will be given upon completion which is normally 20 working days after the auction. Please refer to the Legal Pack for further details.
Bidder Registration and Auction Legal Pack
If you would like to register to bid, please head to the following link: passport.eigroup.co.uk/bidder-registration/sheldon-bosley-knight/
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Legal Documents & Additional Costs
It is essential bidders check the legal documents prior to bidding and take professional advice. Special Conditions of Sale can contain additional costs (that is costs over and above the price the lot is ‘knocked down’ at) and bidders are deemed to be aware of any additional costs prior to bidding.
Viewings
All viewings are by appointment only through the Auction Department
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Property location
Property Floorplan
