A FORMER Methodist Chapel has gone on the market – offering buyers the chance to own a piece of history.
The former chapel is located in Fangdale Beck, Bilsdale, in the North York Moors National Park, just off the B1257 Helmsley to Stokesley Road.
It boasts a unique look with reminders of its past life throughout, and clear views spanning the surrounding countryside.
The three bed home comes with a £350,000 price tag, and is being sold by Peter Illingworth Estate Agents, based in Kirkbymoorside.
On the ground floor of the property there is a front entrance lobby and hall, leading through to a separate sitting room and kitchen.
The inner hall has access to the principal rooms including the dining room, in addition to the cloakroom and integral garage.
On the first floor there is a galleried landing, house bathroom and three bedrooms – with the option to extend one of the bedrooms to make use of the property's bell tower.
Outside there is a car standing area, with a lawned garden to the south and west of the property.
The home is heated by oil fired central heating.
Senior partner, Peter Illingworth, said: “It’s a total one off being a former chapel in the national park.”
The chapel is believed to date back to the late 1920s, but has been used as a home for many years.
“The setting is out of this world,” Peter added.
“It’s a stunning view.”
He explained that the home has a very rural location - 10 miles away from Helmsley.
Given this, Peter said its an ideal spot for those in search of a change of scene.
“It’s a real lifestyle choice, if you want to live in the countryside.”
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Despite being previously renovated into home, he explained that the chapel will need further work to update it.
The chapel, however, is full of potential for those looking to move.
“It’s a treasure,” said Peter.
One point of the windows is stained glass, with the rest showing views of the surroundings area.
“(They are) clear windows with wonderful views,” added Peter.
More information about the property can be viewed online at www.peterillingworth.co.uk
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