For Sale by Modern Method of Auction. An exciting opportunity to purchase a traditional Methodist Church with scope for further development, subject to the necessary consents.
The Property
A rare opportunity to purchase a Methodist Church which would be suitable for a variety of purposes, including those who may want to run a commercial business or for conversion to a residential property, subject to necessary consents and planning permission. It would also lend itself to continued use as a Church.
The main entrance leads into the entrance vestibule, where to the right hand side lies the main Church hall which benefits from a range of tiered pews. To the rear, there are two large function rooms with access to an adjoining store room with external access to the rear.
There is also a kitchen area with a range of fitted units.
To the front of the property there is a walled garden which is planted with a variety of flowering borders and mature shrubbery.
Services
The property benefits from mains water, electricity, drainage and gas. Heating is provided by a combination of electric and gas wall mounted heaters.
Tenure & Possession
Freehold, available with vacant possession upon completion.
EPC Rating
This property is EPC exempt.
Local Authority
Durham County Council. The property is exempt from Council Tax.
Modern Method of Auction
This property is for sale by the Modern Method of Auction. Should you view, offer or bid on the property, your information will be shared with the Auctioneer, iamsold Limited.
This method of auction requires both parties to complete the transaction within 56 days of the draft contract for sale being received by the buyer's solicitor. This additional time allows buyers to proceed with mortgage finance. The buyer is required to sign a reservation agreement and make payment of a non-refundable.
Reservation Fee
This being 4.2% of the purchase price including VAT, subject to a minimum of £6,000.00 including VAT. The Reservation Fee is paid in addition to purchase price and will be considered as part of the chargeable consideration for the property in the calculation for stamp duty liability. Buyers will be required to go through an identification verification process with iamsold and provide proof of how the purchase would be funded.
The Partner Agent and Auctioneer may recommend the services of third parties to you. Whilst these services are recommended as it is believed they will be of benefit; you are under no obligation to use any of these services and you should always consider your options before services are accepted. Where services are accepted the Auctioneer or Partner Agent may receive payment for the recommendation and you will be informed of any referral arrangement and payment prior to any services being taken by you.
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Viewings
Viewings are strictly by prior appointment with George F. White.
Important Notice
Every care has been taken with the preparation of these particulars, but they are for general guidance only and complete accuracy cannot be guaranteed. If there is any point, which is of particular importance professional verification should be sought. All dimensions/boundaries are approximate. The mention of fixtures, fittings &/or appliances does not imply they are in full efficient working order. Photographs are provided for general information and you may not republish, retransmit, redistribute or otherwise make the material available to any party or make the same available on any website. These particulars do not constitute a contract or part of a contract.
The Area
The property has excellent access both east and west on the A689 and is under ten minutes drive away from junction 60 of the A1(M), the major north south trunk road. Durham and Darlington are both accessible in less than half an hour by car and have more in the way of recreational pursuits and professional services. Sedgefield and its renowned racecourse is just a 15 minute drive.
In addition to it being ideally placed for commercial facilities the rural areas of the North Pennines, Yorkshire Dales and North Yorkshire Moors are all within a few hour's travel, providing a wide range of outdoor leisure and rural pursuits. Bishop Auckland is ideally situated for the commuter. The town itself has a traditional high street with a range of shopping, professional services and private businesses and also provides schooling for all ages. There is an out of town complex providing twenty-four-hour supermarket shopping and fast food restaurants.
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This is a Freehold property.
