Still Here Despite It All
On a cheerful note – The Grave of Rob Roy MacGregor at Balquidder (c) 2008 Russ McLean.
As the fairly well known words on the plaque at the grave of Rob Roy immortalise – and we paraphrase slightly – at least we can say we are still here despite it all ! Broadband bu***red + webhost on main site (.co.uk) in meltdown + a house move. Trebble whammy. In spite of this, one of the sanctuaries, a constant in life just now, is the refuge of putting together this Bulletin for fellow property eccentrics. A BIG thankyou to the wonderful band of readers who have managed to find our current .org lifeboat website whilst the .co.uk is being messed up by the dubious Webhost UK Ltd. It is very reassuring that a loyal readership, well into five figures are still with us (and reader-numbers climbing again). We have taken an undoubted knock on the visitor-rate numbers from Webhost UK Ltd. This is sad and frustrating because February 2013 was the best month ever so far at over 24,000. Interesting for some computer dinosaurs here at the Unique Property Bulletin having only transferred from 3,500 paper versions to an online presence 14 months ago. The internet chap here is working hard to get our main website moved to the new web-service host and fully functional again. So hopefully the damage done by the current disruption will come right soon enough. For now we have a short Bulletin to keep things on the go.
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Castle & Pirates Property
Wyke Castle, Pirates Lane, Dorset (c) 2013 Meyers/Owners
This is a rare opportunity to purchase ‘Wyke Castle’ built in the Victorian period on the World Heritage – Jurassic Coast.
The property has undergone complete modernisation to a very high standard, whilst retaining original features, including its charm and character throughout.
Wyke Castle, Sumptuous Interiors (c) 2013 Meyers/Owners
Featuring:-
360 Degree Panoramic Views
Grade 2 Listed Building
Entrance Vestibule
Beamed Hallway
Circular Sitting Room
Dining Room
4 Double Bedrooms
Circular Cellar (Dungeon) with Fresh Water Well
Modern Fitted Kitchen
2 Bath/Shower Rooms
Castle Cellar Annex: Bedroom/Lounge/Kitchenette & Shower Room
Double Garage
Off Road Parking
Gardens & Large Stone Patio Area
Wyke Castle – Still Rooms To Play With (c) 2013 Meyers/Owners
The Castle is highly unique and individual, with a round tower and a square tower, that boasts stunning uninterrupted panoramic views across ‘The Fleet to Chesil Bank Beach’, ‘Out to Sea across Lyme Bay’, ‘Portland Harbour & Weymouth Bay’.
Several photos at…
Location: 1 Pirates Lane, Wyke Regis, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 9GL.
Tenure: Freehold.
Guide: £500,000.
Contact Meyers Estate Agents – 01305 259436
Online Brochure ….
Wyke Castle Particulars – Click Here
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Cornish Angles
Unusual & Unfinished at Mevagissey (c) 2013 Alastair Shaw Agencies
Here is an unusual property with lots of interesting angles. It is, for some reason placed for sale as an unfinished project. When completed, the design is anticipated to yield 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms and 2 reception rooms.
Angle House View (c) 2013 Alastair Shaw Agencies
Agency Narrative [awaiting owners proofing]:
A unique grand design style contemporary glass fronted four bedroom detached house with lovely countryside and village views in need of completing. The property when completed will comprise of an entrance hall, large kitchen/dining room with floor to ceiling, wall of glass to the front, potential for double bedroom four, shower room, utility. First floor: spacious lounge with floor to ceiling, wall of glass to the front with beautiful countryside views and space for wood burning stove, open vaulted stairway to the first floor, two double bedrooms with en suites, cloakroom. Second floor: large master bedroom with ensuite and dressing room, family room with balcony enjoying stunning countryside and village views. Garage with private driveway, rear garden and potential patio.
Awaiting Completion (c) 2013 Alastair Shaw Agencies
As a working fishing village on the south Cornish coast, Mevagissey is renowned for its labyrinth of quaint cob and slate fisherman’s cottages, retaining much of its charm through its tiny winding streets and is particularly noteworthy for its historic twin harbour walls. Much of the nearby coastline is owned and protected by the National Trust and offers spectacular coastal walks. Mevagissey caters well for everyday needs having everyday shops, gift shops, public houses and restaurants, as well as an activity/sports centre with sports grounds. Locally there is Polstreath beach which is within walking distance, as well as Porthpean, Gorran Haven and Caerhays beaches being near by.
Exposed Beams – Not Oak, But Studwork! (c) 2013 Alastair Shaw Agencies
Location: Lavorrick Orchards, Mevagissey, St Austell, Cornwall, PL26 6TL.
Tenure: Freehold.
Guide: £295,000 being sold partially completed, and on an “as is” basis. Prospective purchasers are recommended to commission an independent survey report.
Contact Alastair Shaw Agencies Tel: 01872 580101.
Online Brochure ….
http://www.housescape.org.uk/cgi-bin/full.pl?&als1&&ALS1000484&&
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Are You Receiving ?
Holme Hall, Burnley (c) 2013 Roy Pugh Auctioneers
This is a forlorn looking gem. Sadly the building has gone to the wall, and so now it seems the owner too. Might as well be called Receivership Manor. Now being sold by a financial institution.
There is clearly a bargain to be had, but you will also need to have deep pockets and be of brave heart. On 25th April 2013 this building, a.k.a., Holme Hall may become your very own stately pile. Just pop along to Manchester United Football Club, International Suite, West Stand, Sir Matt Busby Way, on the day, wave your paw in the air at the auctioneer, and you will be in a whole lot of mischief.
If you are eccentric enough to do this, please email us. You are our sort of person !!!
Holme Hall is located off Burnley Road (A646) in a rural location. Burnley town centre is approximately 4 miles to the north west. Junction 10 of the M65 motorway is approximately 4½ miles to the north west.
Auctioneer’s Narrative: Vacant detached Grade II* property which has been used for a variety of uses although the property has suffered fire damage and requires full renovation.
Some previous information can be found at…
http://www.britishlistedbuildings.co.uk/en-184028-the-holme-cliviger-lancashire
Planning consent was granted on the 29th August 2007 (Application Number 2007/0449) for conversion of the property to 10 x 2 bedroom apartments, however we understand that this consent has now lapsed.
Holme Hall, Burnley (c) 2013 Humphrey Bolton
The property is considered suitable for a variety of uses subject to gaining the necessary consents. Interested parties should consult direct with the Local Planning Office. Burnley Borough Council, Town Hall, Burnley, Lancashire, BB11 1JA. Tel: 01282 425011, Fax: 01282 438772
Location: Holme Hall, Burnley Road, Cliviger, Burnley, Lancashire, BB10 4SY.
Tenure: Freehold.
Guide: £100,000 to £150,000.
Contact Roy Pugh Auctionners Tel: 0844 2 722444.
Online Brochure ….
http://www.pugh-auctions.com/Lot/Manchester/20130425/078
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COMPETITION
Lifeboat – Guess The Ship Name & Win A Manual (c) 2013 Russ McLean
Following on from last week’s interim Bulletin on our lifeboat website here at the .org version whilst the .co.uk is undergoing a metaphoric refit, we had a small competition. This is to remind our readers of this free-to-enter competition which still runs for a couple of weeks to come. If you can guess which ship the above photographed lifeboat is from, the first email (via our) Tayport Group Contact Page out of the hat with the correct ship name will receive a free copy of our Unique Property Manual. This mini competition closes 4th April 2013.
Win A Unique Property Manual
Unique Property Manual Competition (c) 2013 Russ McLean
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Castle and Chapel House
Castle, Glenfinnan (c)2013 Macphee and Partners
An interesting property duet. Not far from the iconic Glenfinnan viaduct and monument either. These undernoted link are a montage of photos of the AREA. These are NOT views from the Castle and Chapel, but are shown to give a flavour of where you might end up living. Ther is also a little of the Harry Potter film locations to be seen, or should that be scene….
Photo Montage of the Glenfinnan area to explore from this property – Click Here
The Castle and Chapel are situated in an elevated position with stunning views to Loch Shiel, the subjects being sold form a charming detached dwellinghouse and derelict stone outbuilding – The Castle. Due to the location of the buildings, the successful purchaser could enjoy a fantastic family home with the potential to create a self catering business, with the development of The Castle (subject to all the necessary consents).
The historic village of Glenfinnan is located approximately 16 miles west of Fort William at the head of Loch Shiel. It was at Glenfinnan that Bonnie Prince Charlie raised the Standard in 1745 and in later years it is perhaps more famous for its viaduct and setting of the school as featured in the Harry Potter movies. The village itself has a church, hotels and restaurant, whilst offering many outdoor activities.
The Castle, Glenfinnan (c)2013 Macphee and Partners
Agency Summary:-
Charming Detached Dwellinghouse with Stone Outbuilding
The Chapel House –
Stunning Views
Lounge
Sitting Room
Kitchen
Utility
3 Bedrooms
Bathroom
Cloakroom
Partial Double Glazing
Oil Fired Central Heating
Garden
The Castle –
Stone Outbuilding
Development Potential
Garden.
Location: The Chapel House and Castle, Glenfinnan, Inverness-shire, PH37 4LT.
Tenure: Feuhold (Scottish Equivalent of Freehold).
Guides ….
Lot 1: The Castle – Price Guide £58,000
Lot 2: The Chapel House – Price Guide £240,000
Lot 3: Castle and Chapel House – Price Guide £298,000
Contact Macphee and Partners Tel: 01397 702200.
Online Brochure ….
http://www.macphee.co.uk/property-details.asp?prop_id=1366
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Church and School
Weaverham Methodist Church and School House (c) 2013 Meller Braggins
Another property duet for this Bulletin. An opportunity to purchase a listed former Methodist Church and School Hall with current planning permission for conversion and restoration of the existing dwellings into eight apartments under affordable housing classification. There is also potential, subject to obtaining the relevant planning and building consent, for conversion into a single dwelling or for use as a meeting room or recreational usage.
Location: Weaverham Methodist Church, Forest Street, Weaverham, Northwich, CW8 3EH.
Tenure: Freehold.
Guide: £195,000.
Contact Meller Braggins Agencies Tel:01606 45514
Online Brochure and MORE photographs ….
http://www.mellerbraggins.com/propertydetail.php?id=12131_2797
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Cornwall Cornucopia
Gorgeous Location – East Quay, St Austell (c) 2013 Chesterton Humberts
For some reason we have gravitated to Cornwall in a significant way for this edition of the Bulletin. One of the pleasures from dipping into the big box of unusual places to live. This one also includes your own island. A very small island, but you join a rare club none the less. Well at least when the tide is out. High tide, and you may need wellies!
Agency Narrative: An outstanding marine development in a prime waterfront setting, commanding breathtaking views across the harbour and waters of St Austell Bay. Formerly known as Fraziers Yard, home to William Fraziers boat builders, Little Meva was purchased by Stone-House Design and Build Limited with a vision to create a selection of some of the finest coastal homes in the West Country.
All nine homes enjoy a variety of views over the ever busy harbour or stunning grandstand vistas directly out to sea. ‘The Island House, 4 Little Meva’ has the extremely rare benefit of owning Benny Island, a craggy outcrop of rock directly accessed from the newly built sun terrace with traditional seating areas honed out of the rock itself and a narrow pathway allowing access around the promontory – one for those of an adventurous nature and truly a rare and possibly unique opportunity.
Location: East Quay, Mevagissey, St Austell, Cornwall, PL26 6QQ
Tenure: Freehold.
Guide: £599,000
Contact Chesterton Humberts Tel: 01872 278288
Online Brochure ….
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That’s All Folks – For This Edition
Our Broadband is only running on 3 cylinders this weekend. Uploading each property is at a glacial speed.
We cannot wait for the new premises, the new broadband supplier, and the new web service provider. Then hopefully it will be back to some form of normality here at the Unique Property Bulletin.
Last, but not least, our continued THANKS and APPRECIATION for all the emails and messages of support. They have been quite unexpected, but give this free website for eccentric property people quite a lift.
NEXT WEEK WE ARE MOVING PREMISES. WE SHALL DO OUR BEST TO UPLOAD A BULLETIN FOR 31 MARCH 2013, BUT PLEASE FORGIVE US IF WE END UP HAVING TO SKIP AN EDITION. NORMALITY OF SOME SORT SHOULD BE RESTORED FOR 7TH APRIL’S UNIQUE PROPERTY BULLETIN.
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