A couple bought a £490,000 converted church despite its 'haunted' crypt
A couple bought a renovated 19th-century church near Bristol for £490,000, calling it their dream home despite its former crypt basement. Mary says she has heard whistling and footsteps around the basement and has been unsettled by a hymn board that repeatedly falls. Tombstones also remain over the stove, adding to the property's eerie history.
Joe and Mary Smith, aged 37 and 32, recently purchased a 19th-century church for £490,000. The couple resides south of Bristol and claims the property is their "dream home," despite their belief that the former crypt basement may be haunted. Joe and Mary found the church while browsing Rightmove, with Mary expressing excitement over the historic character and the stained-glass windows and hardwood floors.
Since moving in mid-April, Mary has experienced unsettling activity in the basement, including whistling sounds and footsteps at night. She admitted that these occurrences have made her question her previous disbelief in ghosts. The basement was once a crypt, though much of it has been boarded up. Mary and Joe, who previously rented a two-bedroom property in Bath, made an offer after viewing the church on Rightmove and were accepted within 30 minutes of their visit.
Although the couple has thoroughly enjoyed their unique new home, they have faced the challenge of furnishing the expansive space. They spent months searching local flea markets and Facebook Marketplace for furniture that would complement the building. The couple's new puppy has also joined their household, adding to their life in this magical home. Despite the unexplained incidents, Mary and Joe have no regrets about purchasing the unusual property, as they consider the history and charm to be what makes it truly special.
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