Listed for £695,000
September 5, 2025
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In all, Penare House is a truly impressive and rare home that must be viewed to fully appreciate its scale, quality, and character — a unique opportunity not to be missed.
Listing - This charming period house likely dates back to the 18th century and retains many original features. Built from traditional stone with a classic slate roof and a brick chimney, it has a two-storey layout with two main rooms and a central hallway. The front of the house has five attractive sash windows, giving it a grand appearance. The front door is a classic panel design, and the sash windows are a real feature. A rear wing, also from the 18th century, extends from the back of the property. Inside, many period details remain intact, including a lovely staircase, original panel doors, decorative wooden panelling, and exposed ceiling beams. It is believed that the eaves were raised in the 19th century, possibly to increase ceiling height. The property likely to have been listed for its historical character and its contribution to the charm of the surrounding area.
Location - Tregony is a thriving community, sometimes referred to as the "gateway to the Roseland" offering a post office, shop, pub, Churches and both primary and secondary schools are within a short walk. The village is easily accessible to the whole of the Roseland Peninsula which is wonderful for tourism during the summer months. The village also has the benefit of a regular bus service to Truro and the Roseland whilst the harbourside villages of Portloe and Portscatho are each about four and seven miles distant, and St Mawes is about 11 miles to the south. The beaches along the south coast are all within close proximity including Carne, Pendower, Towan, Portholland and Caerhayes. Truro is renowned for its excellent shopping centre, fine selection of restaurants, bars, private and state schools and main line railway link to London (Paddington). The Hall for Cornwall is also a popular venue providing all year round entertainment and other cultural facilities include the Royal Cornwall Museum and the historic Cathedral.
In greater detail the accommodation comprises (all measurements are approximate):
Entrance Hall - 4.18 x 1.74 (13'8" x 5'8") - Stairs rising to first floor, under stairs cupboard and access to;
Lounge - 4.6 x 4.02 (15'1" x 13'2") - With feature fireplace including a modern wood burning stove, alcoves to either side. Window to front with window seat below.
Reception - 4.76 x 4.1 (15'7" x 13'5") - The formal dining room, with fabulous inglenook fireplace. Steps leading into the snug.
Snug - 5.53 x 3.18 (18'1" x 10'5") - A lovely room for younger members of the family, currently used as a games and tv room. With an attractive brick fireplace.
Kitchen - 3.83 x 3.62 (12'6" x 11'10") - The hub of the home, with space for dining and cooking, with flagstone slate floors and steps, part vaulted ceiling with sky lights, doors to rear, Aga, two ring electric hob, space for fridge freezer, dishwasher, and a range of fitted units with worktop over, sink and drainer inset. Space for washer/dryer.
Dining Room - 4.7 x 3.4 (15'5" x 11'1") - Provided for measurement purposes, open plan with kitchen.
Shower Room - 1.68 x 1.56 (5'6" x 5'1") - Corner shower, w.c. and wash hand basin.
Conservatory - 5.89 x 3.56 (19'3" x 11'8") - Slate steps lead up and into the room with a void space below, ideal for general storage. This is a stunning garden room with matching slate floors and doors opening to the rear garden.
First Floor -
Landing -
Master Bedroom - 4.57 x 3.52 (14'11" x 11'6") - Positioned to the rear of the property, with fitted wardrobes.
En Suite - 2.4 x 1.5 (7'10" x 4'11") - W.C., wash hand basin, corner shower and heated towel rail.
Family Bathroom - 2.97 x 1.79 (9'8" x 5'10") - Bath with shower over, w.c. wash hand basin, heated towel rail
Bedroom 2 - 4.09 x 4.04 (13'5" x 13'3") - Window to front, fitted cupboards.
Bedroom 3 - 4.16 x 3.31 (13'7" x 10'10") - Window to front, fitted cupboards and feature cast iron fireplace.
Bedroom 4 - 3.09 x 3.06 (10'1" x 10'0") - Window to front and fitted wardrobes.
Outside - To the rear, the gardens offer a superb combination of space, privacy, and a sunny aspect that lasts throughout much of the day. The plot extends in an L-shape towards the rear access, where a detached garage and workshop are positioned — an area that also holds potential for additional off-road parking or future development, subject to the necessary consents. Closer to the house, a wide paved terrace provides the perfect spot for outdoor entertaining, while the expansive, fully enclosed lawn offers a safe and secure environment for both children and pets.
Garage - 5.66 x 4.64 (18'6" x 15'2" ) - Doors opening onto the lane. Light and power connected.
Workshop - 5.23 x 3.7 (17'1" x 12'1") - Light and power connected.
Services - Oil fired central heating. Mains water, drainage and electricity.
N.B - The electrical circuit, appliances and heating system have not been tested by the agents.
Viewing - Strictly by Appointment through the Agents Philip Martin, 9 Cathedral Lane, Truro, TR1 2QS. Telephone: or 3 Quayside Arcade, St. Mawes, Truro TR2 5DT. Telephone .
Council Tax - Band D
Tenure - Freehold
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Directions - The property is easy to locate within the village of Tregony. Proceeding up through the village along Fore Street, passing the Kings Arms on the left and then Roseland Parc on the right, the property is easily located on the right hand side before reaching the Church.
Agents Remarks - It’s not often a home like Penare House comes to the market — this is a truly outstanding and remarkably well-preserved village property, full of charm and character. From the moment you walk through the front door into the flagstone-floored hallway, you get a sense of the history and craftsmanship that has gone into this home over the centuries.
What really stands out to me is the balance between its period elegance and the quality of the modern presentation — every room is beautifully finished, yet the original features like sash windows, exposed beams, and panelled doors have all been thoughtfully retained. The kitchen is a particular highlight, especially with the Aga and the vaulted ceiling, and the conservatory flowing into the garden creates a real sense of connection between the house and its outdoor space.
The layout works brilliantly for family living, with generous bedrooms upstairs and flexible spaces downstairs that could suit a range of lifestyles. And the location is hard to beat — Tregony is a thriving and well-connected village, and being just a short drive from both Truro and the Roseland Peninsula means you’re never far from the coast or the city.
This is one of those rare homes that really has presence — both inside and out — and I’d highly recommend arranging a viewing to appreciate just how special it is.