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A south Wales city lock up garage has gone on the market with a rock bottom price of just £1.

The unit, with enough room for a car and has additional storage space with separate door, could prove to be a cost-effective answer to storage headaches.

Sean Roper, of Newport-based Paul Fosh Auctions who have listed the lot in its April sale, said the garage could prove to be the bargain of the year.

“The lock up, which we’ve listed with a guide price of just £1, is at the eastern end of East Grove Road in the city of Newport. It’s close to residential houses and flats. If you’re in the market for cheap storage then don’t miss out on this opportunity.

“I’d say the garage and additional unit could be ideal for vehicle storage or other storage solutions that people may require or for a person in trade needing more space.”

The garage is included in the Paul Fosh Auctions online property sale which starts at 12 noon on Tuesday, April 9 and ends from 5pm on Thursday, April 11.

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THE substantial historic grade II listed former Chapel Ainon dating back almost 140 years is as if time has stood still with the only thing now missing being the congregation.

The former South Street chapel, in the village of Ynyshir near Porth, in Mid Glamorgan, was built in1886.

Now with worshippers gone the chapel which retains many attractive features including its ornate cast iron painted balustrade, intricately carved wooden pews and period pulpit is for sale.

Sean Roper, of Newport-based Paul Fosh Auctions said: “This is a commanding building by anyone’s standards. It has a stunning first floor gallery with seating, fitted pews and pulpit and additional deacon’s seating.

“There is a sizable vestry area to the rear which benefits from kitchen and w/c facilities. There is also a small basement area.

“In total the former chapel offers  some 2, 972 sq ft (276.11 sq m) of internal space. There’s a forecourt to the building and a side access to the vestry.”

Chapel Ainon, which is listed with a guide price of £28,000-plus is included in Paul Fosh Auctions online sale which starts on Tuesday, April 9 and ends from 12 noon on Thursday, April 11.

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IF you like your renovation projects stripped back to the bare essentials then this South Wales valleys project could be right up your street.

With a guide price of just £18,500-plus the shell of a terraced house is on the market with Newport-based Paul Fosh Auctions.

Formerly a two bed home, 167 Lewis Street, in Crumlin, near Newbridge and a few miles from the city of Newport, requires the full treatment if it is to be brought back to a habitable condition, says Gemma Vaughan, of Paul Fosh Auctions.

Gemma said: “The property is in stripped back state which allows the new owner to really see what they are getting; a blank canvas upon which to place their design ideas and to create a new home.

“The property has previously been extended and has now been hollowed out and taken back  to bare bricks and so will require full refurbishment. On the  ground floor the property offers an open plan lounge diner with a former bathroom area. There is space for two bedrooms on the first floor while there is attic space on the floor above.

“There’s a garden with various buildings at the back with  useful rear access. There are brilliant views across the unique industrial heritage site of the former Crumlin Navigation Colliery buildings in the valley at the rear.

“Once complete the property could achieve some  of £650 – £700 per calendar month depending on the standard of the work. The terraced house is ideally situated for access to Newbridge town centre with its shops and train station and there are great link roads to Newport and the M4 motorway.”

This property along with some eighty other lots is included in the next Paul Fosh Auctions online sale which starts from Tuesday, March 5 and ends from 5pm on Thursday, March 7.

 

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This barely recognisable South Wales valleys bungalow may be overgrown and derelict but the awesome location is stunning and what’s more the auction price is £nil.

Sean Roper, of Newport-based Paul Fosh Auctions, says although undergrowth has enveloped the building its position in the Upper Dulais Valley is a major attraction.

“And the guide price of £nil is also making many prospective buyers stop and take a good look at the particulars and exactly what is on offer in this otherwise barely visible lot.

“Viewing has proved to be a challenge as we have had to cut a path through overgrown brambles, bushes and bracken, just to  reach the derelict bungalow which is in a dilapidated and unsafe condition. We’ve not been inside and wouldn’t advise prospective buyers to do so due to the dangerous condition of the building.”

Sean, who visited the site this week and saw it emerge after ground clearance from years of overgrowth, said: “It’s the ramshackle nature, added to its position on the edge of the stunning Bannau Brycheinog national park, that is proving a great attraction to many of the early viewers.

“Located in the village of Dyffryn Cellwen, in Neath Port Talbot, 5 Heol Bryn Seion, could offer a wealth of opportunities for a new owner going in with their eyes wide open.

“This is a marvellous opportunity to acquire a derelict bungalow on a plot which measures some 572 sqm (6156 sq ft). Although rural, the village of Dyffryn Cellwen is close to the A4109 and there are great road links to Neath, Swansea and the M4.

“The fact that the place has a guide price of £nil and may well be bought for a matter of a few pounds simply adds to the attraction. What a nil guide price means is that the amount the lot reaches over the course of the online auction is what it’ll sell for when the hammer falls plus any associated auction costs.

“The final selling price could be just a few pounds. Ultimately, it all depends on the interest that there is and what bidders are prepared to pay  for the property.

The bungalow is included in a diverse catalogue of some eighty lots being offered online in the next Paul Fosh Auctions which starts from 12 noon on Tuesday, March 5 and ends from 5pm on Thursday, March 7

 

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Although this sad flat looks as those it’s previously been occupied by Vivian and his fellow Young Ones Uni colleagues once refurbished it could be perfect for student accommodation.

The ground floor flat, in a former Synagogue, at Cliff Terrace, Treforest, Pontypridd  converted into flats, is being sold by Newport-based Paul Fosh Auctions.

The entire property was previously sold by Paul Fosh Auctions.

Gemma Vaughan, who is handling the sale for Paul Fosh Auctions,  said: “Listed with a guide price of  just £16,000-plus this one bedroom basement flat, although in poor decorative condition, would appear to offer ideal student accommodation once re-equipped and done up.

“The flat, which does require a fair amount of remedial and renovation work, is located within short walking distance of the Treforest campus of the University Of South Wales, a host of shops, restaurants and Treforest train station.

“The property has a bedroom, lounge, former kitchen area and bathroom area. It could also suite those looking for a simple buy to let investment or for a project to renovate and resell.

“Once all the renovations are completed typically one bedrooms flats in this vicinity, close to the town and the university, can achieve in the region of £600 – £650 pcm rental depending on the standard of finish.”

The flat along with some eighty other lots are included in the Paul Fosh Auctions sale which starts from 12 noon on Tuesday, March 5 and ends from 5pm on Thursday, March 7.

 

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A  semi detached house  in a former Roman city last sold in the Swinging Sixties has views that you can see for miles and miles.

The three storey house, with a three room basement which could, with planning permission, be converted into a flat, offers plenty of scope for the new owner.

Being sold online at Newport-based Paul Fosh Auctions 30, Anthony Drive, Caerleon, is listed with a guide price of  £156,000-plus

Angie Davey, of Paul Fosh Auctions, said: “Situated in a popular area of Caerleon this semi-detached property with far reaching views is being sold  for the first time since being built in the early 1960’s, more than sixty years ago.

“The house  has been in the same ownership all that time being first sold during the heyday of rock bands such as the Beatles, The Who and Rolling Stones.

“While all around in Caerleon and most strikingly in the wider Newport almost everything has changed beyond recognition in the past sixty years, this house has remained virtually the same as the day it was bought.

“A real surprise is the  basement of the house which you wouldn’t  realise looking from the street. It consists of three undeveloped rooms, currently just storage area but other houses in the street have converted theirs to things like a  self-contained flat or moved the kitchen from ground floor down to the basement.

“The space could alternatively, bearing in mind the need for planning permission for any conversion or development of the space,  very well be used as private gym or well-appointed work from home offices and all accessed from the  garden.

“Requiring renovation throughout the accommodation currently includes a lounge, dining room, kitchen, cloakroom, bathroom and three bedrooms. Outside there are front and rear gardens and a very useful single integral garage with inspection pit and parking.

Caerleon is a town in Newport, South Wales. Situated on the River Usk, it lies five miles northeast of Newport city centre, and five and a half miles southeast of Cwmbran. Caerleon is of archaeological importance, being the site of a notable Roman legionary fortress, Isca Augusta, and an Iron Age hill fort. A popular tourist area, there are many upmarket shops, restaurants and bars. Excellent transport links via Newport rail and the M4.

The Caerleon property, along with some eighty others, will be offered for sale online at Paul Fosh Auctions which starts from 12 noon on Tuesday, March 5 and ends from 5pm on Thursday, March 7.

 

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Kilima Cottage is a chocolate box cottage set amidst bracken and woodland in the heart of the Wye Valley countryside.

The delightful detached and extended character cottage is in the picturesque Wye Valley Area of Natural Beauty (AONB) village of Upper Redbrook just three miles from Monmouth.

Angie Davey, of Newport-based Paul Fosh Auctions who are selling the cottage, said: “The charming cottage is an undiscovered gem which has lain relatively undisturbed for years in its rural setting in the awesome village of Redbrook.

“This rustic idyll does require modernisation but the basics are there including solid stonework, vaults and ‘Thirties style design front.

“The cottage currently provides a large hallway reception, lounge with wood burner (not tested) dining room, kitchen and bathroom, three bedrooms and loft storage area.

“There is a level lawned garden to the side and further sloping area of garden to the rear of the property. The driveway provides parking for two cars. Due to the year round tourism in the area, which due to its location in the Wye Valley is a magnet for visitors from across the globe, the property which is to be sold with vacant possession could lend itself to holiday let investment.

“Redbrook, a village on the Gloucestershire/ Monmouthshire border is situated in the stunning lower Wye Valley. It’s about three miles from the bustling historic border town of Monmouth with its world famous Monnow Bridge arch, its links as the birthplace of Henry V and Charles Rolls of Rolls Royce and its independent schools.

“Kilima Cottage is some 13 miles from Chepstow along the scenic A466 which skirts the River Wye as the road travels through Tintern past the famous Cistercian monastery and connects with the M4 motorway.

“The property could achieve £1,250 a month rental. Thriving Redbrook has a post office/shop, school, village hall, rock star frequented public houses, Offa’s Dyke and River Wye walks.”

Kilima Cottage, Upper Redbrook, Redbrook, near Monmouth,  which is listed with a guide price of £199,000-plus, is among some eighty properties which are being offered at the next Paul Fosh Auctions sale which starts from 12 noon on Tuesday, March 5 and ends from 5pm on Thursday, March 7

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A magnificent Wye Valley country house, once a private home, a rural retreat for underprivileged London children and currently an adventure centre, is set for a new future.

Glasbury House and River Wye Activity Centre, in the border village of Glasbury, Powys, in the Welsh Marches, dating from the 1730’s when it was a private home, has been put up for auction.

Once owned by a London council to provide holidays for city children, enlarged Grade II listed Glasbury House has recently been a privately-owned River Wye Activity Centre.

The house, on the River Wye, was lived in by a succession of family members from 1738 until 1954. The property was acquired by Ilford Borough Council and the London Borough of Redbridge in 1963. It was the London Borough of Redbridge which converted the property into an outdoor activity centre.

Glasbury Outdoor Education Centre was run by Redbridge Council  for more than half a century to provide outdoor activities for more than 1,800 pupils a year from schools in London and surrounding areas.

But the centre was closed in 2015 after cuts in council funding. It stood empty until April 2019 when it was bought and turned into the River Wye Activity Centre.

Bids are now being invited for the Glasbury House which is listed by Newport-based Paul Fosh Auctions with a guide price of £825,000-plus.

Debra Bisley, of Newport-based Paul Fosh Auctions who are handling the sale of the property, said: “Glasbury House, its grounds and facilities, in its unrivalled rural location is surely the ultimate location, right on the world renowned River Wye, for an outdoor activity centre. Everything you need is there; it would seem everything’s ready to go.

“There has already been stirrings of interest from prospective buyers in the property through word of mouth. I’m expecting great interest in Glasbury House for a number of reasons, not the least of which being the growing demand for no fuss, eco friendly ‘staycation’ activity type holidays. Glasbury House would seem to be perfect to offer this type of multi-generational holiday.

“Glasbury House would also make a fabulous family home.

“Situated on the edge of the Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons National Park), on the banks of the River Wye, Glasbury House is at the heart of the Wye Valley a popular location for river fishing, canoeing, kayaking and for walking in the Black Mountains.

“The site is located a short drive from the A438 which connects directly several historic English and Welsh towns with the cathedral city of Hereford. Additionally, it connects directly to the M5 at Ashchurch near Tewkesbury in Gloucestershire, providing access to Cardiff, Bristol and London.

“The nearest train station is found in Abergavenny and the M4 motorway is accessed at Newport and the M50 at Ross-on-Wye.

“The well-presented detached, Grade II listed period property built in the 18^th century is made up of a main building  of commercial kitchens, a dining room, lounge, games room, large toilet and shower block on the ground floor as well as toilets and sinks upstairs next to the bedrooms. The house is approached via a fine sweeping driveway, with a walled garden and with most attractive, mature grounds.

“As well as the main house, there is also a bunkhouse which sleeps up to 27 people. Originally a coach house and stables, the building was converted in the 70’s to self-catering accommodation. The building is briefly comprises of a commercial kitchen, a washroom containing five shower cubicles with two wc’s, and a drying room to the ground floor. On the first floor are five bunkhouse style rooms and bathroom.

A single storey extension was built in 2001 in architectural sympathy with the original coach house. This complements the existing facility with a multi-purpose dining /common/ classroom, accessible toilet and wetroom and a further four WC’s and showers, conveniently split into two separate washrooms.

“Located within the grounds is a campsite that can sleep over  300 people. The campsite is a popular destination with families and kayakers during the summer months. A storage block, totalling  75.2 sqm, is currently used as storage for outdoor activity equipment such as kayaks and guide ropes.

“The house is surrounded by six acres of grounds  which stretch down to the banks of the River Wye. The grounds include mature trees and a large vegetable patch, which make for a great place for all sorts of outdoor education and activities. The grounds are mostly laid lawn, but with a sweeping driveway, staff parking area, mature trees. There is also an attractive former walled garden, long stone walls and large garden shed. There is also access onto the river bank, locally known as The Bont.

“The site is currently being used as an education centre, providing accommodation and outdoor activities to school aged children. Additionally, there is a café and camping grounds on the site. Subject to the relevant consents this property may be suitable but is not limited to use as residential accommodation, a wedding venue or further development.

“For further information regarding the site please contact Paul Fosh Auctions as a number of additional documents can be supplied.”

Paul Fosh Auctions says the property can be purchased in a number of ways:
Property only (House, bunkhouse, grounds); Property with Café and Campsite (House, bunkhouse, grounds, café, campsite but no outdoor activity kit and equipment); Property with full transfer of outdoor activity business (inc school groups, activity equipment, canoe hire.) Buildings & Land (Which include campsite & café) Buildings / Land & Business (which includes next year’s bookings) Buildings / Land / Business & Equipment (which includes / minibuses / activity kit & equipment).

Glasbury House and River Wye Activity Centre is among some eighty properties which will be offered for sale at the Paul Fosh Auctions online sale which starts from 12 noon on Tuesday, January 30 and ends from 5pm on Thursday, February 1.

 

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A mid terrace cottage in the heart of an historic South Wales Roman heritage town would be ideal for those looking to lose themselves in the history of the time.

The property, currently split into two cottages, 35 A 35 B High Street, is right opposite the National Roman Legion Museum and Roman Baths Museum in Caerleon , a former key Roman legionary town.

Angie Davey, of Newport-based Paul Fosh Auctions said: “The cottage is ideal for those looking to immerse themselves in local history. You can literally walk out of your front door cross the street and go back hundreds of years in time to the days of Roman times by visiting the brace of award-winning museums.

“The mid terrace house has been converted into a pair of cottages which a new owner may want to retain as is or, subject to planning, may want to convert the building back to a single unit.

“Caerleon is a thriving, historic walled town not far from the city of Newport and on the banks of the River Usk. It’s packed with lovely pubs, restaurants, quirky shops and even has its own Roman amphitheatre.

“While cottage 35B requires some refurbishment the accommodation is replicated for each cottage, providing a lounge, open plan kitchen/dining room, two bedrooms, bathroom and en-suite. The stone walled garden at the rear has been partially divided by a fence into two lawned spaces.

“The property could be converted back into a family home, turned into flats or a holiday rental,  given the strong attraction of tourism in the area, subject to the necessary change of use consents.

“The cottages have previously been rented out for £625 each (£1,250) pcm though we anticipate a more accurate rental of approximately £750 pcm each once refurbished.

“Caerleon is situated on the River Usk, and lies 5 miles (8 km) northeast of Newport city centre, and 5.5 miles (9 km) southeast of Cwmbran. Caerleon is of archaeological importance, being the site of a notable Roman legionary fortress, Isca Augusta, and an Iron Age hill fort.

“The town  has strong historical and literary associations.  Alfred Lord Tennyson wrote Idylls of the King (1859–1885) while staying in Caerleon. There are excellent transport links to Bristol, Cardiff and London via rail links and M4.”

The cottage, which has a guide price of £227,000-plus, is among some eighty varied properties which are being sold by Paul Fosh Auctions online in a sale which starts from 12 noon on Tuesday, January 30 and ends from 5pm on Thursday, February 1.

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A detached four bedroom period house encircled by large gardens to the east of the city of Newport has kept many of its original character.

Retaining features including an impressive oak staircase and balustrade, restored stain glass windows with UPVC lead light encapsulations, this distinctive house has wood parquet and tiled flooring areas.

Sean Roper, of Newport-based Paul Fosh Auctions, said: “This stylish, substantial four bedroom detached residence with spacious gardens to front and rear with ample parking created attention as soon as we produced our February auction sales catalogue and that interest is sure to intensify until our online sale.

“The eye-catching design and style has a timeless quality which attracts as soon as you seen the house from the outside and this extends from its exterior appearance to inside and throughout this fine home.

“The property has been well maintained and improved over the years with attractive kitchen and modern bathroom. It also has an exceptionally spacious rear conservatory which, equipped with heating, can be utilised as a family or dining area.

“East of Newport city centre and south of the M4 the house, at 34 Ladyhill Road, has entrance hallway, two receptions rooms, Kitchen leading to spacious rear conservatory on the ground floor and the four bedrooms, a bathroom and landing on the first floor.

“There’s a garden at the front with driveway leading to rear parking area, which was formerly a garage.  There is an exceptionally spacious rear garden with a laid lawn and patio area and planted borders.”

Convenient for both local amenities and shops and good road links to both Newport City Centre and the M4 for either Cardiff or Bristol the house, which is being offered at the next Paul Fosh Auctions online sale starting at 12 noon on Tuesday, January 30 and ending from 5pm on Thursday, February 1, has a guide price of  £250,000-plus.

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