featherstone lodge and a Eliot Bank, Forest Hill, London, SE23
FEATHERSTONE LODGE and a Eliot Bank, Forest Hill, London, SE23 On the instructions of Phoenix Futures. Important former Victorian mansion, with Gatehouse and Glasshouse last used as a rehabilitation hostel. Potential for continued C2 institutional uses in the existing property and further development potential in the grounds, subject to the necessary consents. London (Marble Arch) 8 miles Forest Hill 0.5 miles West Dulwich.6 miles Forest Hill Rail Station 5 minutes to London Bridge or minutes to East Croydon; West Dulwich Rail Station 3 minutes to London Victoria Distances and times are approximate only Approx 5,207 sq ft /,42.8 sq m (GIA) of buildings in total approx.,098 sq ft / 03.0 sq m Approx.566 acres / 0.634 hectares in total Developable area approx.2 acres / 0.45 hectares, STP Available as a whole For sale Freehold with vacant possession
Location The property is located at Number and Number a Eliot Bank, a predominately residential road in the London Borough of Lewisham. The property is approximately 8 miles from Central London. The property is located a short walk (0.5 miles) from Forest Hill Rail Station (Southern Trains) and.6 miles from West Dulwich Rail Station (Southeastern Trains). Rail connections include services to London Bridge (5 minutes), East Croydon ( minutes) and London Victoria (3 minutes). By road Eliot Bank is connected to London Road and the A205. There are local bus stops located a short walk (00 metres) on Sydenham Hill and London Road that give access to Forest Hill, Sydenham and Dulwich Village. The surrounding uses to the premises predominantly comprise of residential, institutional uses (schools), retail uses (on London Road) and the open spaces of Dulwich and Sydenham Hill Golf Club and Dulwich Park. History has been owned by Phoenix Futures (a registered Charity) since the 970s. Originally believed to have been a Victorian family house, the property was converted to its current use and used as a rehabilitation hostel accommodating 3 residents. The Charity have now decided to dispose of the property as it has become surplus to their requirements. Description is an important former Victorian mansion, with newly built Gatehouse, Glasshouse and Grounds. In all the total site extends to approximately.56 acres (0.63 ha). (Approx,098 sq 03.0 sq m) is located at Eliot Bank. The property is a three storey building of Victorian origin with exposed brick elevations, a pitched tiled roof and new PVC windows. Internally the accommodation is arranged to suit the needs of the previous use as a rehabilitation hostel with a number of large reception rooms with views over the gardens and further accommodation including a reading room, offices, a kitchen and 22 bedrooms. Gatehouse (Approx 2,456 sq ft/ 228.2 sq m), Glasshouse (Approx,653 sq ft/53.6 sq and Grounds. The Gatehouse is located at la Eliot Bank. The property is a two storey building of a more modern construction than Featherstone Lodge with part exposed brick/part rendered elevations, a pitched tiled roof and wooden fenestration. Internally the accommodation includes a large reception room with views over the gardens and 9 bedrooms. The Glasshouse is located to the rear of. The property comprises one large room with ancillary toilet facilities. The grounds, to the south east of Featherstone Lodge, are laid out as lawns, trees and shrubs together with some overgrown areas. There are some Tree Preservation Orders on the site (see dedicated website for details). The Gatehouse
Town Planning The current planning policies for the subject site comprise the adopted 2008 London Plan (consolidated with alterations since 2004) and the London Borough of Lewisham Unitary Development Plan Adopted July 2004. Below is a synopsis of the planning status of the property setting out our views on the existing use and development potential of the property. and the Gatehouse have a lawful unrestricted Class C2 residential institution use as they were last used as a rehabilitation hostel. The site does not benefit from any specific designation and would be considered as undesignated white land. The properties on the site are not statutorily listed buildings and the site does not fall within a designated Conservation Area. is noted by Lewisham Borough Council as a building of local merit. There are a number of Tree Preservation Orders on some of the trees within the grounds. Following the change in policy by the Coalition Government in June 200, new planning guidance has been issued which effectively takes back garden land out of the designation Brownfield land. Whilst the interpretation of this redefinition has yet to be published by Lewisham as local planning authority, it is recommended that any potential purchaser with interest in developing the land holds discussions with Lewisham. However, Phoenix Futures are inviting offers for the Lodge at the front of the site together with a planning overage on the land to the rear, should development take place at some stage in the future. Please see the dedicated website for the cover letter and bid form which sets out how to structure your bid. Tenure The property is held freehold and vacant possession will be available on completion. The freehold title is registered under title number LN80227. Details are available on the dedicated website. The property is sold subject to, and/or with the benefit of any rights of way, easements or restrictions which may exist, whether or not mentioned in these particulars. The road to the front of the site comprises a stretch of unadopted highway. However, the site has the benefit of rights of access over this part of the road in perpetuity. Rights of Way There is a right of way across part of the land denoted blue on the title plan a copy of which is on the dedicated website. Vendor s Solicitor Trowers & Hamlins, Sceptre Court, 40 Tower Hill, London, EC3N 4DX Tel: 020 7423 8065 Contact: Rebecca Wardle Charities Act / Housing Act The sale of the property is subject to the provisions of the Charities Act and the Housing Act. Services It is understood that mains water, electricity, gas and drainage are available to the property, although it will be the responsibility of the purchaser to ensure they are available and adequate for any future use of the site. Statutory Authority London Borough of Lewisham, Town Hall, Catford, London, SE6 4RU. Tel: 020 834 6000. Method of Sale The freehold interest of the site is made available for sale as a whole. Please see the dedicated website for the bid procedure document which seeks an unconditional offer for the whole with planning overage, should the purchaser succeed at planning at some point in the future. VAT We are advised that the vendor has not opted to tax the property for VAT purposes. However, the vendors reserve the right to opt to tax the property for VAT purposes on or before the completion of the sale of the property.
9 Viewing Arrangements Should you wish to arrange a viewing, which is strictly by prior appointment only, please contact Thomas Scaife at Knight Frank LLP Tel: 020 786 5429 Email: tom.scaife@knightfrank.co.uk Postal Address, Eliot Bank, Forest Hill, London, SE23 3XE. Further Information Cover Letter Existing Floorplans EPCs Topographical Report Root Protection Plan Tree Preservation Order Document and Plan Bid Procedure l Sub Sta LITTLE BROWNINGS 2 ELIOT BANK 5 to 55 5 0 2 Postcode/sat nav ref SE23 3XE Title Information Arboricultural Report 2 EPC Certificate This Brochure This information is available from the dedicated website: obisher Court a 7 KNAPDALE CLOSE www.inst.knightfrank.com/view/featherstone The password is bank. 3 Should you wish to discuss the property in further detail please contact: Oak Cottage Sophie Linton MA MRICS, Partner Knight Frank LLP 55 Baker Street, London WU 8AN Tel: +44 (0)20 786 5428 Email: sophie.linton@knightfrank.com 7 Julian Taylor Path Featherstone Lodge Area : 0.634 ha (.566 acres) Thomas Scaife MSc MRICS, Surveyor Knight Frank LLP 55 Baker Street, London WU 8AN Tel: +44 (0)20 786 5429 Email: tom.scaife@knightfrank.com 4 47 39 43 35 4 37 33 Eliot Lodge 45 25 2 29 23 27 9 96.7m 5 7 3 9 5 7 3 HEATHEDGE Eliot Bank Primary School Schoolkeeper's House
Schedule of Gross Internal Areas Building Floor Sq m Sq ft Basement 49.8 536 Ground floor 4.44 x 5.08 2.65 x.82 Ground 499.3 5,374 First 40.9 4,326 Second 80.0 86 7.25 x 5.30 4.88 x 8.73 4.87 x 8.64 3.40 x 3.88 Store Room Sub Total 03.0,098 Gatehouse Ground 49.2,606 First 79.0 850 4. x 5.44 3.03 x 5.43 2.20 x 4.06 4.68 x 4.0 4.9 x 6.3 2.85 x 0.73 Sub Total 228.2 2,456 4.84 x 3.94 7.8 x 6.30 Laundry Room Glasshouse Ground 53.6,653 In Total,42.8 5,207 Disclaimer: Measurements and calculations are carried out in accordance with RICS guidelines. Whilst every effort is taken to ensure the accuracy of the information, all figures are for reference only and must not be relied upon as a statement of fact. First floor 5.6 x 3.72 4.87 x 6.8 Gatehouse Ground floor 3.53 x 5.30 3.57 x 3.47 4.47 x 2.84 4.86 x 4.88 7.25 x 5.30 3.75 x 4.00 3.8 x 4.02 4.88 x 8.73 4.44 x 5.08 7.36 x 7.22 Showers 3.53 x 3.24 3.82 x 4.07 3.28 x 3.80 2.2 x 3.28 Shower 4.7 x 3.7 Gatehouse First floor 8.22 x 6.27 3.54 x 3.36 3.57 x 4.3 4.2 x 2.03 3.43 x 4.08 4. x 5.44 2.20 x 4.06 3.03 x 5.43 Bathroom 4.50 x 6.46 3.7 x 6.20 4.68 x 4.0 4.9 x 6.3 4.7 x 3.22 3.37 x 3.43 4.55 x 2.40 3.80 x 2.09 Second floor 4.07 x 5.23 Basement 4.60 x 3.42 3.80 x 2.09 E W S Bathroom Glasshouse 4.37 x 3.97 N 5.6 x 3.72 4.62 x 3.43 4.36 x 3.30 2.62 x 2.67
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