Place of Worship in Alcester

Baptist Chapel, Church Bank, Temple Grafton, Alcester B49 6NS
  • Lot No: 97
  • Property Type: Place of Worship
  • Contract Type: Unconditional with Fixed Fee

Guide Price* £40,000+ plus fees

Result Sold Prior to Auction

Property Description

A former Chapel located in Temple Grafton, Alcester with potential to create a unique residential dwelling (subject to obtaining planning consent) within an exclusive village close to Stratford Upon Avon. The building comprises a Grade II Listed former Chapel, thought to have been constructed in the early 19th century and comprising a detached dwelling of predominantly stone construction, surmounted by a pitched slate clad roof and offered for sale with all original features along with vacant possession. The accommodation extends and comprises: Reception Hall with steps leading to viewing Gallery/mezzanine, Chapel Hall: 57.2 sq m (615 sq ft), Office: 8.68sq. m (93 sq ft), Hallway/Store Room and Toilets Access to the property is via a path/right of way directly off Church Bank and adjacent to Hilltop Cottage. Church Bank leads directly off Alcester Road (A46) and the property is conveniently located within four miles from both Stratford upon Avon and Alcester town centres. Temple Grafton comprises predominantly exclusive up market residential dwellings many are listed or carry period features. The local area benefits from a public house and a primary school along with access to open countryside and is extremely popular with walkers. Planning: The property currently falls within Class D1 of the Use Classes Order as a place of Worship and as such is capable of change of use to other community uses including Clinics, Surgeries, Creche's and Consulting Rooms. In addition, the property may be suitable for conversion to a single residential dwelling or holiday home. All interested parties are advised to make their own enquiries in relation to any proposed development with the Local Planning Department at Stratford on Avon District Council. Prospective buyers must make all necessary independent enquiries in this respect for their specific, intended use prior to placing their bid, as this will be binding Buyers are referred to the Overage Agreement in the legal pack and are to rely on their own investigations in this respect.

Tenure

Freehold


Auction Details: The sale of this property will take place on the stated date by way of Auction Event and is being sold as Unconditional with Fixed Fee. Binding contracts of sale will be exchanged at the point of sale. All sales are subject to SDL Property Auctions’ Buyers Terms. Properties located in Scotland will be subject to applicable Scottish law. 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 Fee of £1,500 inc. VAT The Buyer’s Fee does not contribute to the purchase price, however it will be taken into account when calculating the Stamp Duty Land Tax for the property (known as Land and Buildings Transaction Tax for properties located in Scotland), because it forms part of the chargeable consideration for the property. There may be additional fees listed in the Special Conditions of Sale, which will be available to view within the Legal Pack. You must read the Legal Pack carefully before bidding. Additional Information: For full details about all auction methods and sale types please refer to the Auction Conduct Guide which can be viewed on the SDL Property Auctions’ home page. This guide includes details on the auction registration process, your payment obligations and how to view the Legal Pack (and any applicable Home Report for residential Scottish properties). Guide Price & Reserve Each property sold is subject to a Reserve Price. The Reserve Price will be within + or – 10% of the Guide Price. The Guide Price is issued solely as a guide so that a buyer can consider whether or not to pursue their interest. A full definition can be found within the Buyers Terms.