Yours faithfully,
H. B. C.
A Gentleman having visited a Property making an Offer for it.
The Elms, Whitchurch, Feb. 15th, 187—
Dear Sir,
I am this moment returned from Nantwich, having travelled part of the way last night from B——. The house there did not quite satisfy me, but if the trustees of the late owner will do what is required, the place may be made suitable. I looked over the house, grounds, and furniture, and my chief objection is to the want of finish about the grounds. With the house itself I am quite satisfied, and the furnishing of the ground floor requires no special remark; but the bedrooms appear rather defective. Some rooms I could not see, on account of the indisposition of the present tenant. On the whole my notion of the value is about £—per annum, which, if entertained, I should be disposed to give, supposing the trustees will do all I require.
I should prefer renting the house for a twelvemonth's occupancy, with option to make it five years. I shall be in London next week, and will fix a day for calling on you if you think it likely we may come to terms. I of course assume that the house would be fully furnished in every respect, excepting plate and linen. I should wish some inexpensive matters done to the grounds which I will explain if we meet. Should you wish any further references I shall be happy to furnish you with them.
Yours truly,