Listed for £795,000
May 15, 2024
Sold for £500,000
2017
Sold for £167,000
2003
An impressive six bedroom, three reception room, family home in a village location with wonderful views out over open countryside to the sea beyond.
Description
The Property was originally built in 1977 but more recently has undergone a complete re-model, extension and renovation by its previous owners and is now an impressive five/six bedroom family home arranged over three floors, set on the fringe of this small hamlet on the Lizard Peninsula which is designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The property benefits from commanding panoramic views over farmland and views out to sea towards Poldhu Cove.
Ground Floor
Entrance to the property is through a porch with shoe storage to the left and space for coats on the right and further storage under the bench seat. A part glazed door opens in to the main hallway off which are all the ground floor rooms. There are three reception rooms, a large bathroom and the kitchen dining room. Immediately on the right is the first of the reception rooms which could also be the sixth bedroom. It has a window overlooking the driveway along with built in wardrobes. Opposite on the left is a large bathroom with a partially sunken bath and separate walk in shower. The second reception room is on the right with a west facing window overlooking fields and has has built in shelving. Opposite is a large cloaks cupboard. The primary reception room at the rear spans the width of the house, is dual aspect with sliding doors out on to the patio, has a recessed wood burner with cupboards to each side of the chimney breast.
The galley style kitchen dining room has a slate tiled floor, four large roof mounted Velux windows, a door out on the rear patio area along with at the other end a door in to the utility room. The Kitchen benefits from cream ”Shaker” style wall and base units, black granite work surfaces, twin porcelain sinks, a large electric Rangemaster oven with induction hob, an integrated dish washer and space for a large American style Fridge-freezer. The utility room has two roof mounted Velux windows, doors to the front driveway and also in to the garage. There are sage green Shaker style wall and base units, black granite work surfaces, a Belfast sink, and space and plumbing for both a washing machine and tumble drier
First Floor
An oak staircase ascends to the first floor landing off which are four large double bedrooms, the family bathroom and large airing cupboard. All four bedrooms have views over open countryside partial sea views towards Poldhu Cove, built in wardrobes with one benefiting from an en suite bathroom with walk in shower. The family bathroom has a double ended bath, a vanity unit with two side by side sinks and a walk in shower.
Second Floor
An oak staircase ascends to the second floor landing off which is the principal bedroom. This is a large triple aspect room with two Skylights with Velux Cabrio balcony offering fabulous views cross open countryside to Poldhu Cove and the sea beyond. In the bedroom are built in drawers to both sides of the room with an archway opening in to a dressing room and on to the en suite bathroom which has a Slipper bath along with a walk in rainfall shower.
Travel links to the area are good, served by wide roads and the A30 providing dual carriageway access through Cornwall from the M5 at Exeter. There are mainline railway stations at Redruth and Truro with a regular service to London Paddington.
Gardens & Exterior
Driveway
The part gravelled and cobbled driveway sits between two house that front the road. There are walls to each side of the drive which then open in to a large parking area with space for four plus cars.
Garage
At the head of the drive is a single garage with and electric roller door.
Home Office/Games Room
Located on the right of the drive to the front of the house is a former games room but is currently used for storage but would make an ideal home office if required. It has a vaulted ceiling with two Velux windows, overhead loft storage along with large glass frontage.
Outdoor Shower
There is a heated outdoor shower between the front porch and the entrance to the utility room
Side Garden
To the side of the house is a wide paved pathway linking the front to the rear garden, gated at both ends.
Wood Shed & Store
On the right of the driveway is a large open wood store and storage area.
Rear Garden
Walled on three sides with fields to two sides this is a very private sunny south facing garden. A large patio/entertaining area spans the width of the house. Beyond the patio the garden is laid to lawn with a mix of mature bushes and plants to each side.
Location
The Lizard, England’s most southerly point, is famous for shipwrecks and renowned for its beauty and spectacular landscapes, with much of the area designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The countryside and coastline are famed for their varied animal and plant-life, geology and history, while the climate on the Lizard is often milder than the rest of the country. There are lots of footpaths both inland and coastal close to the property.
Mullion, only a few miles away, is the largest village situated on the Lizard Peninsula and boasts both an excellent primary and secondary school, a large selection of shops & galleries, a number of quality pubs, cafes and restaurants among its various attractions. Four beaches, the towering cliffs of Mullion Cove, a fishing harbour, Poldhu Cove with café and Marconi Centre, isolated Polhurrian Cove and amazing Church Cove are conveniently nearby and easy access to the South West Coastal Path offers visitors the chance to explore the beautiful surrounding cliff scenery. The coastal path goes to the miles of sand at Loe Bar and Pool Cornwall’s largest lake and wildlife haven and on to the Penrose parkland. For the Golfing enthusiast Mullion Golf Club, situated on the cliffs overlooking the cove, is just two miles away.
Square Footage: 3,274 sq ft
Directions
From Helston take the A3083 signposted The Lizard passing RNAS Culdrose on your left hand side. At the roundabout go straight across and follow The Lizard road and immediately take the first turning on your right. Proceed along this road, dropping down the hill and crossing the ford at Nantithet. On entering White Cross the entrance to Chy an Huder is between two houses on the left just past Gweal Wollas Fields. Opposite the entrance on the right is a 20MPH sign and an entrance to a field.
Distances (Are approximate and in miles.)
Mullion 3
Helston 5
Porthleven 8
Lizard Point 7
Falmouth 17
Truro 21
Cornwall Airport 37
Additional Info
SERVICES - Mains Water unmetered, Electricity & Private Drainage
Roof mounted Solar Panels
Main reception room woodburner has a back boiler which can heat the hot water
Electric Central Heating
Broadband BT: Download 58mbps
Council Tax Band: F
TENURE - Freehold
VIEWINGS - Strictly by prior appointment with Savills.
FIXTURES & FITTINGS - Only those mentioned in these sales particulars are included in the sale. All others such as curtains, light fittings, garden ornaments, etc. are specifically excluded but may be available by separate negotiation.
IMPORTANT NOTICE - Savills, their clients and any joint agents give notice that:
1. They are not authorised to make or give any representations or warranties in relation to the property either here or elsewhere, either on their own behalf or on behalf of their client or otherwise. They assume no responsibility for any statement that may be made in these particulars. These particulars do not form part of any offer or contract and must not be relied upon as statements or representations of fact.
2. Any areas, measurements or distances are approximate. The text, images and plans are for guidance only and are not necessarily comprehensive. It should not be assumed that the property has all necessary planning, building regulation or other consents and Savills have not tested any services, equipment or facilities. Purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise.
Like this property? Maybe you'll like these ones close by too.