A Brand New Concept In Lifestyle

A brand new concept in lifestyle
and a wonderful
investment opportunity.
Rutland Retreats brings you a rare chance to own a
premium plot of land next to Rutland Water, together with
an architecturally designed property built of solid timber
construction.
Specifically developed as a hassle-free ‘lock-up-and-leave’
holiday or second home, Rutland Retreats are positioned
adjacent to the grounds of Barnsdale Lodge Hotel, giving you
complete privacy but with the convenience and security of
their 24/7 concierge services.
Owning a Rutland Retreat offers you three exclusive options:
• As a second or holiday home, giving you the freedom to use
the property whenever you want
• As an attractive and solid investment opportunity, whereby
Barnsdale Lodge Hotel will rent and manage the property for
you (a guide to rental return is enclosed)
• A combination of the above, bringing you income to cover
the cost of owning a holiday or second home
“They meet the demands and aspirations of society
by offering an innovative, sustainable solution”
The Architects’ Journal
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Site and build overview
Rutland Retreats are located on a private plot adjacent
There are two sizes of Rutland Retreat – The Oakham with 3
services 24/7. A former stone quarry, the land has been
eco-build ensures that each Retreat exceeds expectations on
to Barnsdale Lodge Hotel, where staff provide concierge
sympathetically landscaped to retain its attractive undulating
contours. Each Retreat is positioned in harmony with the
habitat, ensuring complete privacy for each individual home.
bedrooms and The Exton with 2 bedrooms. The leading-edge
quality and represents excellent value for money. It is rare
to be able to acquire a property of this standard so close to
Rutland Water at the price offered.
The site has been prepared using on-site natural stone,
You can own a Rutland Retreat exclusively for yourselves as
though planning permission was granted for traditional
attractive and solid investment that generates rental income,
forming the solid foundations for each Retreat. Even
built properties, to ensure minimal disruption to the site,
the environment and its wildlife the decision was made to
construct solid timber-framed Retreats off-site to the highest
specification and transport to the plot in two sections,
assembling on site within 3-5 days.
a second or holiday home. You can also own a Retreat as an
managed by Barnsdale Lodge Hotel. Alternatively you can
opt for a combination of the two, where Barnsdale Lodge
Hotel will rent out the property when you are not using it to
maximise the income potential.
The benefits of owning a Rutland Retreat include:
Planting reflects the diversity of the area, influenced by
• You own prime land positioned next to Rutland water
bird cherry, rowan, wild cherry, black poplar, alder, dogwood,
• A secure investment owned by you that generates regular
Nick Hamilton of Barnsdale Gardens. Hazel, holly, hawthorn,
buckthorn, field maple, and elder can be found throughout
• Hassle-free, ‘lock-up-and-leave’ holiday or second home
income when you are not using the property
the site. Wildlife regularly spotted in the area include red
• No stamp duty
sanderling, curlew, snipe, owl and water vole. The entrance
• Built to an exceptionally high standard
kite, deer, partridge, pheasant, badger, osprey, wader, plover,
to the site will have Herdwick and Jacob sheep grazing on
retained grassland and the entrance is gated for privacy.
• Exclusive and contemporary environmental design and build
• 24/7 concierge when needed - convenient and secure
• Supported by family-owned Barnsdale Lodge Hotel
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“...the Retreat combines a new concept in
design with high end materials and finishes”
Telegraph Weekend
Artist impression of rear elevation once planting established
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Artist impression of front elevation once planting established
The Oakham
The Oakham is a 3 bedroom Rutland Retreat with practical
eyelet windows are featured and tri-light windows open from
space designed for privacy and relaxed living, created using
the lounge patio area plus floor to ceiling windows.
throughout the building and considerable planting across the
We consider that offering you the freedom to personalise your
natural, sustainable materials. There is architectural detailing
site to create privacy for each Retreat.
Retreat is a priority and we call this ROPO (Retreat Owners
This Rutland Retreat home has a split roof with the long
personal tastes, however if you are wishing to rent your
elevation divided centrally, with a fully vaulted interior over
the living space creating a light and airy space. High-level
Personalised Options). We are happy to accommodate many
Retreat, we can advise you on the best options to enhance
the letting.
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The Oakham
Principle features of The Oakham
• 86m2
• Log-burner in the living room (ROPO)
• Practical and flexible space designed for maintenance free,
• French Doors from living room onto patio
• Two en-suite bedrooms, each with built in wardrobes
• Bespoke kitchen design (ROPO)
• Master bedroom with French doors opening onto the garden
• AA kitchen appliances (ROPO)
• Recycled mineral wool insulation (ECO)
• Dual flush toilets (ECO)
• Solid cedar cladding (ECO)
• Limestone effect tiling (ROPO)
• Comfort Cooling system incorporated (ROPO)
• Bicycle rack (ECO)
modern living
• High impact oak plank flooring
• Master bedroom with en-suite shower room and double wardrobe
• Quartz kitchen worktop (ROPO)
• Extra living room/dining space
• Under-floor heating in the bathrooms (ROPO)
• Moss sedum roof (ECO)
• Brushed stainless steel electrical sockets and switches (ROPO)
• Sun-pipe maximises natural light and reduces carbon emissions (ECO)
• Patio area with Indian York stone
• Wi-fi throughout
• Water catchment tank (ECO)
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ECO = Meets environmental standards
ROPO = Retreat Owners Personalised Options
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Artist impressions of front/rear elevations once planting established
The Exton
A 2 bedroom Rutland Retreat with practical space designed for
lounge patio area plus floor to ceiling windows.
materials. Architectural detailing throughout. Considerable
We consider that offering you the freedom to personalise
privacy and relaxed living, created using natural, sustainable
planting throughout the site to create privacy for each Retreat.
your Retreat a priority and we call this ROPO (Retreat Owners
This Rutland Retreat home has a split roof with the long
personal tastes, however, if you are wanting to rent your
elevation divided centrally, with fully vaulted interior over the
living space creating a light and airy space. High-level eyelet
windows are featured and tri-light windows open from the
Personalised Options). We are happy to accommodate many
Retreat we will advise you on the best options to enhance
the letting.
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“The Retreat is just
what we wanted it to be,
very comfortable, easy
to manage, economical
to run and also great
looking.”
Mr & Mrs B Patterson,
Yorkshire
The Exton
Principle features of The Exton
• French Doors from living room onto patio
• 70m2
• High impact oak plank flooring
• Master bedroom with en-suite shower room and
• Quartz kitchen worktop (ROPO)
•Master bedroom with French doors opening onto
• Under-floor heating in the bathrooms (ROPO)
• Extra living room/dining space
• Brushed stainless steel electrical sockets and
• Moss sedum roof (ECO)
• Limestone effect tiling (ROPO)
• Sun-pipe maximises natural light and reduces carbon
• Bicycle racks (ECO)
• Two en-suite bedrooms, each with built in wardrobes
• Bespoke designed kitchen (ROPO)
double wardrobe
• AA kitchen appliances (ROPO)
the garden
• Dual flush toilets (ECO)
• Recycled mineral wool insulation (ECO)
• Solid cedar cladding (ECO)
emissions (ECO)
• Comfort Cooling system incoporated (ROPO)
• Wi-fi throughout
• Log-burner in the living room (ROPO)
switches (ROPO)
• Patio area with Indian York stone
• Water catchment tank (ECO)
ECO = Meets environmental standards
ROPO = Retreat Owners Personalised Options
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Interior/Build Quality
With a strong emphasis on sustainability, ecology, the
- energy that is used in the sourcing, manufacture and
environment, energy saving and meticulous attention
transportation of the home to the site. Materials are used that
construction methods by a long established and respected
plastic or coated sheets for external cladding are never used.
to detail, each Rutland Retreat is built using traditional
specialist building company, using timber sourced from
are closest to their natural state. Man-made materials such as
sustainable forests. The windows are floor to ceiling glass
Windows allow ample natural light, reducing electric lighting
hand-crafted Retreats are a revolution in contemporary
create fresh air movement throughout the home with high-
and there are no faux finishes. These innovative, high-quality,
in the winter months. The windows have been designed to
environmental design and construction.
level eyelet windows and tri-light windows opening from
Employing highly skilled craftsmen and joiners who use the
absorbing sound and helping to retain warmth. A Retreat is
best sourced materials such as Canadian Cedar cladding, no
the lounge patio area. The frames are made from hardwood,
designed for privacy from the outside in, so you can totally
other holiday or second home is constructed like a Rutland
relax.
elevation divided centrally, with a fully vaulted interior over
Rutland Retreats is committed to constructing socially
Retreat. These are the first to feature a split roof with the long
the living area to allow more open space to relax.
responsible buildings with features including:
The architectural design, which distinguishes a Rutland
• Moss sedum roof (ECO)
Retreat home from all others, has been subject to exact
finishing to complete the home to the highest possible
standards. All homes are built to BS3632 and come with a
10 year Goldshield guarantee.
• Recycled mineral wool insulation (ECO)
• Low energy lighting (ECO)
• Water catchment tank (ECO)
• Sun-pipe to maximise natural light (ECO)
ECO = Meets environmental standards
Each Retreat is made from solid timber sourced from
sustainable forests, benefiting from low embedded energy
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Concierge
Whatever you need, Rutland Retreat’s concierge service
supported by Barnsdale Lodge Hotel is on hand 24/7, 365 days
a year.
• ‘Barnsdale at Home’ personal catering in your Retreat –
picnics, dinner parties, BBQ’s, canapés, wine and romantic
meals for two
• H
ousekeeping – personal maid, laundry and other domestic
services
• P
orter service – transport to and from your Retreat within
the hotel grounds
• F
arm Shop on the grounds – food hampers, fresh breakfast
trays delivered to the door and a range of other wonderful
local produce
• S
ecretarial services – day planning, forward booking services,
ticket bookings for theatre and other local events
• A
ctivity planning – bike hire, boat hire, fishing trips, horse
riding, shooting, walking and many more water sports on
Rutland Water
• Booking agent – managing your Retreat rentals
• Florist service - fresh flowers and house plant care
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• K
ey holding – Full housekeeping service available from
preparing for your arrival and stocking the fridge to lighting
the wood burner and then on departure taking care of
everything from laundry to waste.
Also...
• In-Retreat massage and spa services
• Baby crèche/nanny service
• Train/airport transfers
• Reservations at our restaurants
• Pedicure/manicure/massage
• Shopping service
• Guided tour of area
• Helicopter transfers and tours
• Garden and stately home tours
• Personal trainer
• Dietician
email: concierge@rutlandretreats.com
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Barnsdale Lodge
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“Rutland is England at its most serene and
unspoilt. It’s officially the country’s most rural
county; small but perfectly farmed. This is
middle England, geographically and spiritually.”
Stephen McClarence, The Times
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The County of Rutland
Nestling in the quiet English countryside, England’s smallest
Barnsdale Lodge Hotel, right on your doorstep, provides fresh,
two attractive market towns packed with charm.
In addition the Farm Shop at Barnsdale Lodge stocks a host of
county offers Rutland Water, an array of unspoilt villages and
Rich in history, full of character and undiscovered by many;
Rutland is an idyllic rural destination offering a perfect escape
from the hustle and bustle of modern life. While being a
relatively hidden gem, Rutland is convenient to reach from all
directions as it is situated in the heart of the East Midlands,
local, seasonal produce served simply on the menu every day.
local produce which can also be delivered to your Retreat.
There is also a good array of pubs and restaurants nearby
including Michelin starred establishments.
Rutland Water has an international reputation for fantastic
making it the ideal location for getting away from it all.
sailing and trout fishing - competitions and events take place
Cambridge, Birmingham, Lincoln and York are all accessible for
to view some wonderful wildlife. Enjoy a stroll around the
a day trip from your Rutland Retreat.
Visit Oakham, Uppingham or Stamford to find unique and
independent boutique stores, theatres and art galleries. The
shops offer quality clothing, unique gifts, along with the
renowned Goldmark Gallery in Uppingham and exquisite
antique shops. There are also several shopping villages and the
throughout the year. You can visit the Lyndon nature reserve
peninsular and take in the lovely views of each side of Rutland
Water. Take a cruise on the Rutland Belle that sets sail from
Whitwell Harbour daily throughout the summer. Dogs are
welcome at all the Rutland Water Park sites excluding the
nature reserve areas at Egleton and Lyndon, provided they are
kept on a lead.
cities of Leicester, Nottingham and Peterborough are close by.
For those with children interested in having a Retreat as a
second home, the area is unique in having not one but three
of the top public schools in the United Kingdom – Oakham,
Uppingham and Oundle within 20 minutes drive.
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A wide variety of activities
Outdoor sports are well catered for with plenty of walking,
riding and cycling available. Fishing, golfing and a variety
of water sports are available on Rutland Water including RYA
sailing centres.
Stretton
Market Overton
Clipsham
Whissendine
There are two nature reserves around Rutland Water,
with many hides providing a great opportunity to spot rare
birds - or you can visit one of the many outdoor attractions
inspired by nature, including the delightful Barnsdale Gardens
and the new Jubilee Walk in Barnsdale Woods,
Cottesmore
Langham
Exton
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OAKHAM
Manton
Essendine
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Ryhall
Great Casterton
Bellmesthorpe
Whitwell
Empingham
STAMFORD
Rutland Water
Brooke
both nearby.
Greetham
Normanton
Tinwell
Edith Weston
Ketton
There are numerous breathtaking stately homes dotted
around the county border including Burghley House, Belvoir
Castle, Belton House and Rockingham Castle.
Belton
Preston
UPPINGHAM
Wing
South Luffenham
Glaston
Morcott
Bisbrooke
Lyddington
Discover more at:
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www.discover-rutland.co.uk
www.rutlandwater.org.uk
www.rutlandcycling.com
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Seaton
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Barrowden
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Rutland Water Park
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Rutland Water is the jewel in the crown of Rutland County,
where you can walk, cycle, canoe, windsurf and climb - all
within a stone’s throw of Rutland Retreats.
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Nottingham
Oakham
Whitwell
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Dickenson’s
Bay
Nature
Reserve
No Sailing
Tower
Nature
Reserve
Gunthorpe
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Barnsdale
Creek
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Anglian Water
Hambleton
Bird Watching Centre
No Sailing
Normanton
Church Tower
Hambleton
Old Hall
Wood
Sailing Club
Nature Reserve
Visitors Centre
Uppingham
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Leicester
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Tower
London
A1 North
Fishing Lodge
Tackle Shop
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Manton
Dam
Normanton
Browns
Island
Nature
Reserve
Whitwell
Creek
Harbour Bar
Upper
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Empingham
Edith Weston
Lyndon
Watersports Centre
Toilets
Cycle Hire Centre
Parking
Climbing Centre
Rutland Belle
Dog Walking
Footpath & Cycle Track
Refreshment Kiosks
Children’s Play Area
Bird Hides
Woodland & Nature
Reserve
Information Centre
PH
Public House
Location
Rutland benefits from a central location in the heart of
Peterborough to Oakham is approximately 40 minutes drive.
well served by major A-roads and is situated a convenient
North bound and stay on the A1 for 20 miles. Leave the A1
England, which makes accessing the county very easy. It is
Leaving Peterborough on the A47 west, follow the signs A1
distance from major motorways and railway stations where
at the exit for the A606 to Oakham. Continue 8 miles going
transport and collection from the station can be arranged. We
also have a helicopter landing area and can organise helicopter
transport.
through the village of Whitwell and then take your next
turning to the right onto The Avenue Exton. The Rutland
Retreats are 200 yards on your left.
Getting to Rutland by Road
Getting to Rutland by Rail
SAT NAV co-ordinates N52º1.217’ W0º39.334’
Ultra fast train link from London on the East coast
Travelling by car, Rutland lies just off the A1, roughly half
way between London and York. The A47 from Leicester to
Peterborough also passes through the county.
London to Oakham is approximately 2 hours drive.
Leaving London at Apex Corner, head North on the A1(M) for
100 miles. Leave the A1 at the exit for the A606 to Oakham.
Continue 8 miles going through the village of Whitwell and
then take your next turning to the right onto The Avenue
Exton. The Rutland Retreats are 200 yards on your left.
Stamford to Oakham is approximately 20 minutes drive.
The A606 West takes you directly to the Rutland Retreats.
Inverness
mainline - Kings Cross to Peterborough 45 mins.
Edinburgh
Peterborough to Rutland Retreats by taxi is 30 minutes.
Great links from the continent on the Eurostar high speed
Newcastle
rail to London St Pancreas, changing onto the ultra fast
mainline to Peterborough from London Kings Cross.
Getting to Rutland by Air
A1 (M)
York
Leeds
Manchester
Liverpool
A1 (M)
Our nearest commercial airports are East Midlands
Leicester
(38 miles) and Stansted (79 miles). We also have a
helicopter landing facility, co-ordinates Longitude 000° 39’29”
W Latitude 052° 40’27” N.
Birmingham
Gloucester
Cardiff
Exeter
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Norwich
Peterborough
Northampton
M1
A1 (M)
Oxford
Bristol
London
Southampton
M1/A1(M)
Hi-speed Rail
(All distances are approximate).
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Artists impression of site after planting established
FAQ’s
Q1: Are there any special conditions relating to the purchase
of your Retreat at Rutland Retreats?
A: Conditions of the planning permission mean that you are
required to use your Retreat as a holiday home rather than as
use of Retreat owners and guests. The lease also provides
access over the protected grassland and adjacent woodland
for picnics and walks.
a primary residence. There are no time limits.
Q3: Can I rent my Retreat?
Q2: Are the Retreats being sold freehold or leasehold?
Rutland Retreats Ltd., you may however prefer to take
A: Each Retreat building will be sold freehold and the land will
be sold on a 999 year lease. We encourage owners and guests
to park in the hotel car park and make use of our Piaggio fleet
offering 24 hour pick up and drop off service for the exclusive
A: Yes, whilst you are not restricted to renting through
advantage of our exceptional rental service. All lettings are
subject to strict site rules to protect the Retreat environment
and maintain security.
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“Rural idyll with no fast
food outlets or chain
hotels…. The Cotswolds
without the crowds,
a little county of big
surprises; clean, neat
and totally charming.”
Winsor Dobbin, Sydney
Morning Herald
Q4: What costs are involved in renting out my Retreat with
Rutland Retreats?
be an annual fee of £250 to be reviewed in line with the rental
price index (RPI). There will also be an annual service charge of
A: We manage the whole booking process for you. This
£3,525 plus VAT (see breakdown on enclosed sheet). This will
enquiries and making the rental bookings. All bookings made
common areas, 24hr estate security, maintenance of road and
chargeable on the rental amount. As the owner you will be
also be able to use the Barnsdale Members Card gaining 10%
items: Annual safety testing on gas, electric and fire
as well as discounts off many local attractions including bike
can be taken with our group policy - however, you can make
a level which represents value and ensures the high quality of
includes marketing and advertising your Retreat, dealing with
cover the costs of maintaining landscaped areas, lighting of
by Rutland Retreats will be subject to a 15% commission
site infrastructure, and sewage treatment charges. You will
financially responsible on an ongoing basis for the following
discount on all products provided by Barnsdale Lodge Hotel
extinguishers, utilities bills, cleaning and laundry. Insurance
hire. Rutland Retreats Ltd will set the maintenance charges at
your own arrangements but will need to provide proof that
the development can be maintained.
liability cover.
Q9: What are the utility charges?
Q5: Can I change the dates I have given you to let out for me?
Retreats Ltd on a metered system and will be charged at cost
the cover includes ‘new for old’ and £2m minimum public
A: Gas, water and electricity will be supplied by Rutland
A: If for any reason you wish to change your reserved dates,
plus 5% to cover administration. This system will be beneficial
to another property. This will incur a 5% admin charge.
commercial rate, through bulk purchasing, than an individual
of your holiday home, so please do feel free to contact us, as
in the annual service charge.
Rutland Retreats will do their upmost to move a booking
to yourself as Rutland Retreats Ltd will negotiate a far better
Communication between us is critical to optimising usage out
domestic customer could achieve. Sewerage cost are included
little or as much as you like.
Q6: What about council tax?
A: The Retreats do not come under an obligation to pay
council tax as they are not for permanent residency.
Q7: Will I have to pay Stamp Duty?
A: There is no Stamp Duty to pay.
Q8: Apart from the purchase price what other costs will I
“The location of the
Retreat gives you
independence
combined with all
the advantages and
facilities of a first
class friendly hotel
close by.”
Mrs Kate Winchester
Q10: What are the payment terms for purchasing a Retreat?
A:
Reservation fee to secure plot
£2500
Retreat specification and ROPO
20%
Signing of the lease
Retreat 50% built
Retreat built
Retreat commissioned and
handover of keys
20% of total price
(less reservation fee)
20% of total price
20% of total price
Balance to be paid
have to pay?
A: An annual ground rent is payable for each Retreat. This will
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Q11: Will my deposit be secured?
Q16: What guarantees are available with my property?
A: All deposits paid by Retreat purchasers will be held by
A: The Retreat comes with a manufacturer’s build guarantee
construction of the Retreat and notification to the purchaser of
showers as these have their own manufacturer’s warranty.
the companies lawyer to be released only on completion of
such completion.
of 10 years. This excludes all white goods, boiler and power
Q17: How will I receive my income from renting?
Q12: Are there any tax implications to owning a Retreat?
A. Yes. See the attached sheet.
A: Every month we will make a payment directly into your bank
account supported by a full letting statement of the income you
have generated from the previous month less any expenses.
Q13: Are pets allowed?
A: Yes. Pets will be allowed subject to strict control, so as to
Q18: Can you furnish my Retreat?
their property may nominate whether or not pets are allowed in
for rental or personal use:
maintain the Retreat environment. Retreat purchasers renting
A: Yes, we have two packages to fully furnish your Retreat ready
their Retreat.
a) Standard 10k
b) Superior 18k
Q14: How do I secure a Retreat?
A: Once you have decided to purchase a Retreat and chosen
your desired plot, you should fill in the attached form and return
it to Rutland Retreats together with a cheque for £2500 made
payable to Rutland Retreats Ltd. Rutland Retreats will forward
this to Buckles (company lawyer), who will then send all the
relevant documentation to your solicitor. This reserves the
Retreat and plot chosen for 4 weeks. If the transaction does not
take place because you have decided to withdraw, £2000 of the
deposit money will be returned and £500 will be retained to
cover administration costs.
Q15: What happens when reselling a Retreat and lease?
A: Rutland Retreats reserves the rights to have first refusal to
buy back at current market value before the Retreat is put on
the open market.
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List of items and finishes to be discussed directly with client.
“The Retreat is in a beautiful setting having been
very well designed and clearly very well thought
through to provide everything a guest would
need at anytime of the year, the ideal place for a
get together with friends and family.”
John and Suzanne Platt
www.rutlandretreats.com
Rutland Retreats is a brand new concept in lifestyle and a wonderful investment
opportunity. Rutland Retreats brings you a rare chance to own a premium plot of
land next to Rutland Water, together with an architecturally designed property
built of solid timber construction.
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5 Ironmonger Street,
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tel 01780 758090 mobile 07775 867044
email stamford@chestertonhumberts.com
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guidance and do not constitute any part of an offer or contract. Intending purchasers should
not rely on them as statements or representation of fact, but must satisfy themselves by
inspection or otherwise as to their accuracy. No person in this firms employment has the
authority to make or give any representation or warranty in respect of the property.
Rutland Retreats The Avenue, Barnsdale, Exton, Rutland LE15 8AH
telephone: 01572 725971 email: info@rutlandretreats.com
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