Derwent House, Longton, Stoke On Trent ST3
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Property description
Former 14 Bedroom Residential Care Home
Potential for alternative uses (Subject to planning)
For Sale By Auction at 6.30pm on Monday 20th January 2025
at the Double Tree By Hilton Hotel, Festival Park, Stoke on Trent, ST1 5BQ
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Description
The property comprises a 2.5 storey former 8 bedroom residential care home for up to 8 service users. The home has most recently been used to accommodate adults with learning difficulties and is due to cease operation at the end of September. The property has potential for a number of alternative uses such as conversion into HMO, Apartments and a single dwelling subject to obtaining the appropriate planning consent.
This property is 1 of 3 residential homes available via Auction on 25th November - the vendor is willing to listen to offers individually or as a package. Please get in contact for further details on both Keswick House & Rydal Please see below;
- Rydal House - 8 Bedrooms - 248 sq.m (2,676 Sq.ft)
- Keswick House - 14 Bedrooms - 468 sq.m (5,041 sq.ft)
- Derwent House - 14 Bedrooms - 509 sq.m (5,481 sq.ft)
Location
The property is located less than 1 mile away from Longton town centre, here a range of amenities can be sourced, including Tesco Extra, Argos, Longton Shopping Exchange & Lidl. The town is serviced by Longton Railway Station & Longton Bus Station. The Railway station is served by trains on the Crewe to Derby Line which is also a community rail line known as the North Staffordshire line. Longton Bus Station serves the wider potteries area and also provides services to Alton Towers. The town sits on the A50 which connects the potteries with Derby and the M1 Motorway.
Planning & Supporting Information.
We are not aware of any current or historic planning consents in relation to this site, however there may be potential for alternative uses subject to the necessary planning permission and consents.
It is important that prospective purchasers ensure they have inspected the site and rely upon their own enquiries, assessments and due diligence with regards to its current and potential uses.
Accommodation.
The property comprises the following
Ground Floor - 234.1 sq.m (2,519.4 sf.ft)
- 1 x Garage
- 1 x Store
- 1 x Dining Room
- 1 x Lounge
- 2 x Kitchen
- 3 x Bedroom
First Floor - 194.2 sq.m (2,090.4 sq.ft)
- 1 x Store
- 8 x Bedroom
- 1 x Bathroom
Second Floor - 80.9 sq.m (871.3 sq.ft)
- 4 x Bedroom
Total Gross Internal: 509.2 Sq.m (5,481.2 Sq.ft)
Any sizes / measurements quoted by bjb are correct to the best of our knowledge, however we would recommended all interest parties carry out their own checks before relying on any information provided.
Tenure.
Freehold with vacant possession upon completion.
Vat
All prices quoted by Butters John Bee are exclusive of VAT unless otherwise stated. All interested parties should make their own enquiries to satisfy themselves with the VAT position.
Pre-Auction Offers.
Any pre-Auction offers should be submitted via e-mail to . All offers will be forwarded to the client for consideration, but please be aware that the majority of clients prefer to let the marketing run for a period, prior to giving serious consideration to accepting any pre-Auction offer.
Common Auction Conditions.
This property is sold subject to our Common Auction Conditions (a copy is available on request).
Buyers Admin Fee.
A buyers administration fee of £1,800 including VAT is applicable to this lot. The purchaser will pay the fee whether the property is bought before, at or following the auction date.
Legal Pack.
Purchasing a property at auction is a firm commitment that carries the same legal implications as a signed contract by private treaty. It is important that you consult with your legal adviser before bidding and also your accountant regarding the impact of VAT, if applicable, on the sale price. The legal pack can be viewed online via our website . Legal packs can also be viewed at the selling office. These documents should be passed to your legal adviser as they will help you make an informed decision about the lot. If you need further legal information please contact the vendor's solicitor whose details will be in the auction catalogue. Remember that you buy subject to all documentation and terms of contract whether or not you have read them.
Addendum.
Check the latest addendum at for any alterations or changes to the catalogue.
Internet, Telephone And Proxy Bidding
We are pleased to announce that we are now back in the Auction room at the Double Tree Hilton Hotel (Moat House). However, we also have the other bidding options available: On-Line / Telephone / By-Proxy. You will need to register in advance and provide two forms of id. Register at or contact the Auction Team on or .
Legal Costs
Please refer to the auction pack in respect of any legal fees or search fees which may be due upon exchange or completion.
Deposit
Please note that a deposit of 10% of the purchase price (Min £3,000) will be due on Exchange of Contracts, whether the land / property is sold prior to Auction, in the Auction room or after the Auction.
Viewings
Strictly By Appointment with the bjb Land & New Homes Team.
All Enquiries
Alex Djukic BSc MSc
Land & New Homes Team
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Property info
Derwent House 206-208 Lightwood Road Plan 1.Jpg View original
* Sizes listed are approximations. Please contact the agent to verify actual sizes.
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