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Daily Mail
5 days ago
- Business
- Daily Mail
Victorian chapel home in Hampshire could be yours for £1.4m
A three-bedroom former Victorian chapel in Bramdean, Hampshire is up for sale. Set in the heart of the South Downs National Park, Woodlands Chapel dates back to 1889 and was a rural chapel under the Portsmouth Diocese until 1982. It has been lovingly restored by its current owners who have modernised the property throughout, while being careful to retain its unique period features and charm. The property has stained glass windows, domed wooden ceilings, brick and flint elevations and a bell tower. Anyone seeking to snap it up will need deep pockets, however, as it has an asking price of £1.395million. One of the highlights of the home, which is being sold by estate agent Carter Jonas, is a double-height living and dining room. There are three bedrooms and two bathrooms on the first floor, and, at present, a further fourth bedroom on the ground floor which doubles up as a study. There is also an exceptional separate garden room. The new owner will be able to make the most of the property's Neptune kitchen and a handy separate boot and utility room. Externally, the property has various terraced, lawned and paved areas, a range of beds and well-stocked borders. The outdoor spaces have been designed with outdoor dining and relaxation in mind and offer a range of different spaces ideal for entertaining guests. Naturally, the property benefits from sweeping views of the surrounding rural countryside. Sophie Richardson, head of residential sales at Carter Jonas Winchester, told This is Money: 'Woodlands Chapel is a truly unique home set in the heart of the South Downs and surrounded by rolling fields, providing far-reaching country views. 'The former Victorian chapel perfectly blends striking architectural heritage with stylish living spaces that combine to create one of the finest private homes in the area.' She added: 'The characterful home retains original stained-glass windows, a bell tower, and breath-taking rural views. 'Perfect for a young family, downsizers or individuals looking for a stylish home with a story to tell, Woodlands Chapel is also within easy reach of the popular market towns of Alresford and Petersfield.' Get talking: The outdoor space has multiple dining and relaxation areas Set in the hamlet of Woodlands in the South Downs National Park the property has views of the Meon Valley countryside. It is close to Alresford, home of the famous Watercress Line steam railway which runs to the Hampshire town of Alton in Jane Austen country, where there is also fast mainline rail services to London Waterloo. Amid falling congregation numbers, there has been a marked increase in the number of church and chapel conversions in recent years. However, if you plan to buy an unconcerted church building - one that is no longer in use for religious services - it is important to get the correct planning permissions in place before starting any work. Such conversions can be expensive and complex, particularly if the building is listed. How to find a new mortgage Borrowers who need a mortgage because their current fixed rate deal is ending, or they are buying a home, should explore their options as soon as possible. Buy-to-let landlords should also act as soon as they can. > Mortgage rates calculator > Find the right mortgage for you What if I need to remortgage? Borrowers should compare rates, speak to a mortgage broker and be prepared to act. Homeowners can lock in to a new deal six to nine months in advance, often with no obligation to take it. Most mortgage deals allow fees to be added to the loan and only be charged when it is taken out. This means borrowers can secure a rate without paying expensive arrangement fees. Keep in mind that by doing this and not clearing the fee on completion, interest will be paid on the fee amount over the entire term of the loan, so this may not be the best option for everyone. What if I am buying a home? Those with home purchases agreed should also aim to secure rates as soon as possible, so they know exactly what their monthly payments will be. Buyers should avoid overstretching and be aware that house prices may fall, as higher mortgage rates limit people's borrowing ability and buying power. What about buy-to-let landlords Buy-to-let landlords with interest-only mortgages will see a greater jump in monthly costs than homeowners on residential mortgages. This makes remortgaging in plenty of time essential and our partner L&C can help with buy-to-let mortgages too. How to compare mortgage costs The best way to compare mortgage costs and find the right deal for you is to speak to a broker. This is Money has a long-standing partnership with fee-free broker L&C, to provide you with fee-free expert mortgage advice. Interested in seeing today's best mortgage rates? Use This is Money and L&Cs best mortgage rates calculator to show deals matching your home value, mortgage size, term and fixed rate needs. If you're ready to find your next mortgage, why not use L&C's online Mortgage Finder. It will search 1,000's of deals from more than 90 different lenders to discover the best deal for you. Be aware that rates can change quickly, however, and so if you need a mortgage or want to compare rates, speak to L&C as soon as possible, so they can help you find the right mortgage for you.
Irish Times
13-05-2025
- Lifestyle
- Irish Times
Light and airy Georgian-style home on Merrion Road with €1.65m guide price
Address : 155 Merrion Road, Ballsbridge, Dublin 4 Price : €1,650,000 Agent : Sherry FitzGerald View this property on The double-fronted Georgian-style property at 155 Merrion Road offers the benefits of a high-quality contemporary build as well as the elegance of a period home. Bought by the current owners in 2017, for €1.35 million according to the Property Price Register, the house had essentially been redeveloped by luxury developer Steven Van Den Bergh, who transformed the property into a light-filled, B3-rated home, and retained little more of the original build than its Georgian facade. The imposing property, extending to 178sq m (1,916sq ft), is set well back from the road beyond a neatly landscaped front garden with an ample driveway. The home has the wow factor when you enter, with high ceilings and light pouring through from the rear. Entrance hall and study Study Livingroom Kitchen/living/diningroom Kitchen Living area Dining area Blue diamond-patterned tiled flooring is a lovely feature that flows from the front hallway into the large open-plan kitchen/living/diningroom to the rear. The pattern also flows into the study, which is just to the right as you enter the property. This is a versatile space, with an antique writing desk positioned at the window, looking out to the street. It has concertina doors that can be opened to create more space in the hall, or closed off for more intense study sessions. READ MORE The livingroom on the opposite side of the hall has herringbone-effect wooden floors and an open fire, as well as a large sash window – the same as those that feature throughout the house – and elaborate ceiling cornicing and a centre rose that mimic the period style. Further down, off the hall, there is a convenient boot/utility room to the left with built-in hooks and shelving for coats and shoes and floor-to-ceiling cupboards to hide the washing machine and laundry accoutrements. Off this is a WC. A door on the opposite side of the hallway conceals a deep, shelved walk-in pantry, also home to a double freezer. To the rear is the L-shaped kitchen/living/diningroom, which is flooded with light thanks to framed floor-to-ceiling glazing looking out to the back garden, which has a southwest orientation, and is a real sun trap, the owner confirms. Ample planting in the tiered garden provides lovely views from within, and there is also a patio area where you can sit and enjoy the peaceful space. The developer also added a block-built shed to the bottom corner of the garden to house the water tanks and gas boiler. Main bedroom Bathroom Back garden The kitchen is well kitted out with features such as a built-in coffee machine, a wine cooler, a Rangemaster cooker and a Quooker tap. Three low-hanging pendant lights above the light-blue Silestone-topped island/breakfast bar create a nice feature. Upstairs, light floods into the landing from a frosted-glass roof light with electric-blue squares in its corners. There are two double bedrooms to the rear of the floor and two to the front, with the main bathroom in the centre, with ornate black-and-white floor tiles. To the front, the main bedroom is en suite with built-in wardrobes and drawers. Rather than cover the beautiful box windows with curtains, the owner uses the built-in wooden shutters in the bedrooms at night. She also likes how you can see the Poolbeg chimneys from the second bedroom to the front of the house. The owner's favourite thing about the location is its proximity to Sandymount Strand , which is a short walk away, and that buses to the city stop a few metres from the door, as does an airport bus. Now moving to a home with sea views, the owners have placed this bright and airy home for sale by auction through Sherry FitzGerald. The auction will be held online at 2pm on Thursday, May 29th. It has a guide price of €1.65 million.
