Greenacres Lane, Bewdley, DY12

A spacious and fascinating Victorian detached property circa 2000 sq ft located on an incredible riverfront gated plot of around one third of an acre, originally built in 1840 as the manager's house on the site of the Bewdley Gas Works.

The plot has an exceptionally wide, part-walled river frontage of approx 140 ft with the corresponding area of the riverbank owned by the property to include fishing rights as well as a surprising underground bunker, approx 20' x 10'.

From the house, the public footpath along the riverbank leads directly into the town centre approx 400 yards away, this being a very pleasant five minute walk to the pavement cafes and bars centred around the bridge.

Naturally the views over the river to the front of the house are spectacular, though it must be noted that the property is prone to flooding. For reference, the sellers advise that the most recent flooding event was in winter 2023, when water entered the ground floor to skirting board level, necessitating a small insurance claim for the clean-up and dehumidifiers. A similar claim was previously made in winter 2020.

However, a number of flood mitigation features have been installed by the present owners including hard floors, filled-in cellar, sump & pump and waterproof external doors (both installed and maintained by the Environment Agency) plus raised ground floor electrics and waterproof plastering above skirting height.

The house is in generally well maintained decorative order, including a mains gas-fired central heating system and upvc double glazing. With a floor area of around 1776 sq ft, the room proportions are generous and the double-fronted architectural style is pleasing to the eye.

The ground floor includes a reception hall, spacious lounge and separate dining room, breakfast kitchen, pantry and guest cloakroom, whilst to the first floor there are three double bedrooms and a large bathroom.

The plot includes parking for several cars with the house at one end of the site plus a large (44' x 18') three bay detached garage & workshop building at the other, with considerable space in between. There is also an additional single garage next to the entrance gate.

There is great potential to update and upgrade the house to make a fine contemporary residence, whilst the garage/ workshop building could well offer scope for conversion subject to planning.

Perhaps a more daring and imaginative redevelopment proposal for the site might include the idea of a replacement property (or properties) raised up on stilts to avoid flood risk, though no discussion has taken place with the local planning authority on this subject.

Severnside presents an exceptional opportunity at this very attractive guide price, notwithstanding the occasional inconvenience that might reasonably be expected by way of the known flood risks.

* Please note that a single fishing peg on the riverbank owned by the property is currently leased to Kidderminster & District Angling Association @ £140 per annum (Jan-Dec) renewable yearly.

The property can be found by taking the B4194 Dowles Road out of Bewdley town centre, then just after passing Sabrina Drive on your right, turn next right onto Greenacres Lane signposted for Riverside Caravan Park. Follow the lane towards the caravan park, crossing the speed bumps then turning right at the flagpoles (signposted 'private drive'). Follow Greenacres Lane down to the riverside, passing a handful of other homes on the way before reaching Severnside at the end on your left.

Tenure: Freehold
Local Authority: Wyre Forest District Council
Council Tax: Band E
Services: Mains gas, electricity, water & drainage
EPC Rating: F
Broadband: Superfast broadband is available in this location
Mobile: Ofcom-rated as Good outdoors and in home

INFORMATION ABOUT THE AUCTION
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The following terms & conditions are provided by The Auction Company.

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Method of Auction:
- This is a ‘Timed Online’ auction, meaning bidding takes place online.
- Visit The Auction Company website find the property details and the bidding method.
- How long the bidding process is open for is clearly stated, as is the closing date and end time.
Registering to bid:
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- You will be required to undertake identity checks as this is the law.
- You will be required to register your payment details. This is to ensure you have funds available to settle the Buyer’s Premium and deposit.
- A hold/shadow will be placed on £1,000 for this.
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Auction type - Traditional Method of Auction (Unconditional):
- If you are the highest bidder, you must exchange legally binding contracts for the sale when the auction for the property comes to an end and complete with 28 days.
- The held amount of £1,000 will be deducted from your account and will form part of the Buyer’s Premium payment.
- You will be contacted within 2 hours to settle the deposit amount payable and any remaining Buyers Premium due. Failure to make the payments you will be in breach of our auction terms.
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- The deposit amount is 10% of the sale price and will be collected within 2 hours of the close of auction.
Legal Pack:
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Special Conditions of Sale:
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- You are taken to have read and accepted these at the point of bidding, even if you have not done so. The Special Conditions of Sale are available to read in the legal pack.