0 Bed Studio To Rent

**For those in need, hardship or distress** A single occupancy studio Almshouse end-terraced bungalow in Heslington. The Property is available in December through the Heslington Almshouse Charity, specifically for those currently in need, hardship or distress. In accordance with the Charity’s scheme, preference must be given to Ladies over the age of 50 years, in need, hardship or distress, resident in the parish of Heslington or with a connection to it. The weekly maintenance contribution is to be in the region of £122/week although this will be reviewed in August in line with charity policies to review the maintenance contribution annually.

All applications will be considered by the Trustees with the property being offered to the most appropriate applicant. No decision will be made until after the Trustees have held a meeting to discuss the applications.

No pets allowed.

• Studio living/ bedroom
• Kitchen
• Bathroom
• Unfurnished
• Shared garden
• No parking
• Available from December 2025

The property is an unfurnished bungalow-style end terrace; with communal gardens to the front maintained by the Charity and rear gardens maintained by the occupier. The accommodation comprises the following: studio style living/bedroom, a kitchenette off and bathroom with shower, w.c. and wash hand basin. There is a shared separate outbuilding/washhouse with plumbing for a washing machine (occupiers to install own washing machine). The occupier will be responsible for maintaining the rear garden, paying all utility and council tax bills and internal decoration. No pets are allowed. There is no parking provided.

The property benefits from gas central heating and a mains water and electricity supply.

Please note as the Property is an almshouse, occupation will be permitted by a Letter of Appointment with no fixed term rather than an Assured Shorthold Tenancy. The weekly maintenance contribution payable is the equivalent of a rent.

The application process will be as follows:

• Viewings will be by appointment only.
• Application forms to be submitted to Beatrix Nicholson of Carter Jonas.
• All applications will be considered by the Trustees at a meeting.
• Occupation of the property will be offered to the most appropriate applicant.

Please call the Carter Jonas Rural Department on or email beatrix. for more details and an application form.