864 South Rd, Ashby, MA 01431

Waterfront unfurnished 1BR/1.5BA home at 864 South Rd in Ashby. Enjoy peaceful shoreline views summer, fall, winter and spring? an open main floor with a spacious upstairs bedroom with its own new half bath. Daylight basement retreat with wood stove provides a cozy guest space or the perfect spot to create whatever your dream area calls for. Perfect for quiet living, kayaking, fishing and nature watching from your private dock, deck & windows. Only small electric motors allowed. 15 minutes to the train station, skiing, & hiking. The charming Town Of Ashby has plenty of things to do at the library and the town square, including 873 Cafe just up the road. Home uses a tight tank system, so mindful water use is suggested including short showers, full laundry loads, and avoiding unnecessary running water. A clean, updated & comfortable retreat in a beautiful waterfront setting. Unfurnished home with a 12 month Lease Term and responsibilities. The Premises shall be occupied by no more than two (2) persons in total (the "Maximum Occupancy"), including any and all adults, minors, and long-term guests. Rent is due on the 1st of each month. Late fees apply according to the lease's stated fee schedule. Tenant Pays: Electricity, Propane, Septic which includes tight tank pumping as needed based on usage, internet & cable, garbage pick up. Tight tank is 2800 gallons and currently costs $1800/yr for the current owner. There is an alarm when it needs to be pumped. Based on Tenant usage. Landlord Pays: Water & Whole house filters: Landlord replaces once per year in May and treats the well for iron bacteria which is harmless to humans according to all literature. Reverse osmosis (RO) under sink filter: Tenant is responsible for maintenance and filter replacement if they choose to use it. NO SMOKING PERMITTED in or near the house. Insurance Requirements: Tenant must carry renter's insurance with a rider covering tight tank backup or issues resulting from delayed pumping. $500,000 liability. Dock Setup/Removal: Landlord handles spring setup and fall removal. Tenant agrees to keep the lawn mowed, garden beds maintained, leaf raking with removal of leaves in trash and snow removal. Landlord will pay for a spring and fall clean up. Chemical Restrictions: No chemicals or pesticides may be used on the property due to ecological impact and local conservation rules. Look for organic alternatives. Please review lease prior to rental.