Property description
Fine and Country Northern Lincolnshire offer this lovingly restored former Chapel to the market. This quirky property is ideal for a buyer looking for a property to fit their individual lifestyle. This Grade II listed former chapel is full of period features, charm and character. Retaining many original features a viewing really is a joy not knowing where to look first! Having vaulted ceilings, stained glass windows, panelling and doors with decorative features made from original pews and lectern, the property also features underfloor heating and comprises of an open plan living space with bespoke kitchen, large bedroom and feature bathroom with vaulted ceiling. A mezzanine above the living space creates a snug/occasional bedroom and there is a courtyard style garden to the side.
Heapham Chapel defines character.The Victorian village chapel has been superbly refurbished to provide a beautifully proportioned single residence which offers flexible accommodation of discernment and charm.
The open plan living room with raised kitchen area utilises the full height of the former chapel to create a relaxing space in which the exposed, finely detailed roof timbers create an unexpected grandeur. The open plan room is gently bathed with soft light from the coloured stained glass windows to create an ideal, relaxing space.Located where the original pulpit stood is the raised kitchen area with a central Island style range of base units, with fitted electric oven and hob as well as clever use of the original lectern as a cookery book display within the kitchen area.The rear lobby provides access to a Victorian style bathroom with slipper bath and a good sized double bedroom completes the ground floor accommodation.A freestanding oak and glass contemporary style staircase leads up to the mezzanine floor where a useful space is available as a second bedroom area or sitting room.
Heapham Chapel stands in the picturesque village dating back to 1896 being a grade II listed building it has been a true labour of love by the present owners as the current custodians of this piece of village history. It is a home where the past and present seamlessly embrace, a home that welcomes and enchants, a home that truly is giving praise to its past.
ENTRANCE
The property is entered via an original side door leading into a lobby with doors to living space, bedroom and bathroom.
OPEN PLAN LIVING SPACE - 25' 0'' x 19' 2'' (7.61m x 5.84m)
With six original stained glass windows to side the windows have been restored with brass worm and screw top openers, under floor heating with engineered oak flooring, original numbered pews and wall vents. The original double doors lead to the vestibule space and the main arched doors to the property.
KITCHEN AREA - 10' 6'' x 9' 6'' (3.20m x 2.89m)
A raised feature Kitchen with Bespoke area of cupboards and shelving made from original pews, induction hob, ceramic sink, electric oven.
REAR LOBBY
With door to side elevation, access through to
BEDROOM - 14' 9'' x 14' 8'' (4.49m x 4.47m)
With underfloor heating, window to side elevations and feature panelling.
BATHROOM - 10' 7'' x 7' 5'' (3.22m x 2.26m)
With two windows to side elevation, engineered oak flooring, heated towel rail, underfloor heating, slipper bath with mixer tap and shower, pedestal washbasin and low level WC.
MEZZANINE FLOOR AREA - 10' 9'' x 9' 1'' (3.27m x 2.77m)
With freestanding oak and glass staircase leading to mezzanine providing snug area/occasional bedroom two use
OUTSIDE
To the front of the property is the original iron railings and gate leading to a gravelled area. A path leads to the side of the property with courtyard garden and adjoining two outside Stores both with power connected. One has plumbing for washing machine and the other has gas fired boiler and associated services. The property has a Klargester sewage treatment system.
NOTE
Grade II Listed building the regulations for Grade II Listings can be viewed on line at http://historicengland.org.uk/ advice/your-home/, heated in the main by gas fired underfloor heating. Served by Klargester sewage treatment system. Secondary double glazing has been fitted to many of the original windows.
FINE AND COUNTRY NORTHERN LINCOLNSHIRE
Fine & Country Northern Lincolnshire covers the northern area of Lincolnshire and specialises in marketing and selling period & country homes, cottages, large town houses, luxury apartments, houses with equestrian use and barn conversions.We understand moving home is one of the most important decisions you make. With our Fine & Country team you benefit from the local knowledge, experience, expertise and contacts as well as well trained, educated and courteous team of professionals to make the sale or purchase of your property as stress free as possible.
Property Features :
- Victorian Chapel Superbly Refurbished
- Grade II listed
- Seperate Bedroom & Victorian Style Bathroom
- Mezzanine Level Over Open Plan Living & Kitchen Area
- Stained Glass Windows, Vaulted Ceilings