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£200,0001 bedroom townhouse for sale
Housel Bay Road, The Lizard TR12
Townhouse
1 bed
1 bath
Key information
Features and description
- Substantial former chapel
- Grade ii listed
- Opportunity for conversion
- Freehold
- Council tax exempt
- Commercial epc g 295
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An opportunity to purchase a substantial Grade II Listed chapel in mainland Britain's most southerly village.
The chapel affords someone the opportunity to create a space, whether it be for business use, or indeed for conversion into a dwelling, subject to the necessary planning and consents.
History (information taken from Cornwall Historic Churches Trust website)
"This Weslyan Methodist Church was built in 1864, it seated approximately two hundred and fifty people, which was about half the population of the village in 1864. It was built of local stone quarried by local farmers."
A large Sunday school room, with space for sixty children, was added in 1880.
The Accommodation Comprises (Dimensions Approx) - Large double doors to entrance vestibule.
Entrance Vestibule - With period tiling to the floor and two staircases leading to the gallery.
Main Chapel - 14.17 x 6.34 (maximum measurements) (46'5" x 20'9" - With a ceiling height of 5.8 metres.
The area has twelve sash windows to both side aspects. There is an ornate wood pulpit and period plasterwork to the ceiling.
From the entrance vestibule one can ascend either staircase to the gallery area which has twelve sash windows to both side aspects. From some of the window there are views over open countryside to the sea over Lloyds Signal House and the lighthouse. There is also an impressive organ.
From the main chapel there is a door to the Sunday school.
Sunday School - 8.13 x 6.77 (26'8" x 22'2") - With part wood panelling to the walls and windows to the side and rear aspect. With a door to the kitchen.
Kitchen - 5.4 x 2.4 (17'8" x 7'10") - With a wood effect fitted kitchen having worktops with two sink units and a mixture of cupboards and drawers under. Spaces are provided for a cooker and refridgerator and there is a door to the outside.
Washroom/W.C. - With dual flush w.c., wash hand basin with wood panelling to the walls and ceiling. There is a window and tiled effect flooring.
Outside - To the side of the Chapel there is parking and a door to the boiler room and kitchen. To the front of the Chapel there is an enclosed walled entrance area with pedestrian access down the side to a small courtyard at the rear. This area enjoys views over the National Trust Tregullas Farm, to the lighthouse and out to sea.
Services - Mains water, electricity and drainage. Oil fired central heating.
Agents Note One - The property is Grade II Listed.
Agents Note Two - We are advised that there is a covenant on the property that no intoxicating liquor should be sold on the premises.
Directions - On entering The Lizard village, turn left onto Beacon Terrace. Proceed along this road, passing the school on your left hand side, taking the next right which is marked Housel Bay and the chapel will be found immediately on your right hand side.
Viewing - To view this property, or any other property we are offering for sale, please call the number on the reverse of the details.
Council Tax - Council Tax Band Exempt
Mobile And Broadband - To check the broadband coverage for this property please visit -
To check the mobile phone coverage please visit -
Anti-Money Laundering - We are required by law to ask all purchasers for verified ID prior to instructing a sale
Proof Of Finance - Purchasers - Prior to agreeing a sale, we will require proof of financial ability to purchase which will include an agreement in principle for a mortgage and/or proof of cash funds.
Date Details Prepared. - 28th August 2025
The chapel affords someone the opportunity to create a space, whether it be for business use, or indeed for conversion into a dwelling, subject to the necessary planning and consents.
History (information taken from Cornwall Historic Churches Trust website)
"This Weslyan Methodist Church was built in 1864, it seated approximately two hundred and fifty people, which was about half the population of the village in 1864. It was built of local stone quarried by local farmers."
A large Sunday school room, with space for sixty children, was added in 1880.
The Accommodation Comprises (Dimensions Approx) - Large double doors to entrance vestibule.
Entrance Vestibule - With period tiling to the floor and two staircases leading to the gallery.
Main Chapel - 14.17 x 6.34 (maximum measurements) (46'5" x 20'9" - With a ceiling height of 5.8 metres.
The area has twelve sash windows to both side aspects. There is an ornate wood pulpit and period plasterwork to the ceiling.
From the entrance vestibule one can ascend either staircase to the gallery area which has twelve sash windows to both side aspects. From some of the window there are views over open countryside to the sea over Lloyds Signal House and the lighthouse. There is also an impressive organ.
From the main chapel there is a door to the Sunday school.
Sunday School - 8.13 x 6.77 (26'8" x 22'2") - With part wood panelling to the walls and windows to the side and rear aspect. With a door to the kitchen.
Kitchen - 5.4 x 2.4 (17'8" x 7'10") - With a wood effect fitted kitchen having worktops with two sink units and a mixture of cupboards and drawers under. Spaces are provided for a cooker and refridgerator and there is a door to the outside.
Washroom/W.C. - With dual flush w.c., wash hand basin with wood panelling to the walls and ceiling. There is a window and tiled effect flooring.
Outside - To the side of the Chapel there is parking and a door to the boiler room and kitchen. To the front of the Chapel there is an enclosed walled entrance area with pedestrian access down the side to a small courtyard at the rear. This area enjoys views over the National Trust Tregullas Farm, to the lighthouse and out to sea.
Services - Mains water, electricity and drainage. Oil fired central heating.
Agents Note One - The property is Grade II Listed.
Agents Note Two - We are advised that there is a covenant on the property that no intoxicating liquor should be sold on the premises.
Directions - On entering The Lizard village, turn left onto Beacon Terrace. Proceed along this road, passing the school on your left hand side, taking the next right which is marked Housel Bay and the chapel will be found immediately on your right hand side.
Viewing - To view this property, or any other property we are offering for sale, please call the number on the reverse of the details.
Council Tax - Council Tax Band Exempt
Mobile And Broadband - To check the broadband coverage for this property please visit -
To check the mobile phone coverage please visit -
Anti-Money Laundering - We are required by law to ask all purchasers for verified ID prior to instructing a sale
Proof Of Finance - Purchasers - Prior to agreeing a sale, we will require proof of financial ability to purchase which will include an agreement in principle for a mortgage and/or proof of cash funds.
Date Details Prepared. - 28th August 2025
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