5 bedroom property for sale

Large chalet bungalow with lucrative commercial touring caravan park

A lifestyle opportunity - set in the glorious Pentewan Valley less than a mile from the beach and sea at Pentewan sands.
Combined home and business - sale due to ill heath.

General comments & location

Such opportunities as this are rare. This is a very attractive proposition in that it is an easily managed business with low overheads and needing minimal input. It is presently run single handed by the vendor since established nearly 20 years ago and is only now for sale due to ill health. It will suit many buyers and whilst ideal for someone looking to semi retirement it may also suit those with a family wanting to relocate to the county and seeking a viable business with further potential.

The property is located in the beautiful wooded Pentewan Valley less than a mile inland from the coast at Pentewan and adjoining the B3273 which is the main holiday route from St. Austell to Pentewan and Mevagissey. The immediate area is recognised as being of outstanding natural beauty and the population is probably quadrupled during the summer months by the influx of holiday visitors. Because of its mild climate the season starts earlier and lasts longer than many other parts of the county and there are also specific attractions in the immediate area and most notable being the Lost Gardens of Heligan, about two miles away and the Eden Project which is just east of St. Austell.

For day to day facilities St. Austell is within a few minutes driving distance but there is post office and general store at nearby Polgooth and popular pubs also at Polgooth and Pentewan. The city of Truro is about half an hours driving distance and this has now become the business and administrative centre of the county and boasts a fine shopping centre with many of the national multiples.

The dwelling

This comprises a very spacious chalet style bungalow of conventional construction with rendered and part stone featured elevations under a concrete tiled roof. It is less than fifteen years old and fundamentally comprises spacious three bedroom accommodation on the ground floor with two further bedrooms and toilet facilities on the first floor. The building has a comprehensive system of oil fired central heating and windows are double glazed.

In greater detail the accommodation comprises (all measurements are approximate):

Entrance porch

With door to:-

Inner hallway

Having stairs to the first floor. Airing cupboard containing hot water pipes.
Lounge 5.65m(18'6'') x 4.00m(13'1'')
Being a dual aspect room focusing to a central stone fireplace. Radiator. This room is partly open plan to the:-
dining room 3.90m(12'10'') x 3.40m(11'2'')
Also accessed from the inner hall and with radiator.
Kitchen 3.75m(12'4'') x 2.80m(9'2'')
With a range of modern units comprising base cupboards and drawers, wall mounted storage cupboards and worksurface area with sink and drainer inset. Radiator and access through to:-
utility room 2.80m(9'2'') x 1.80m(5'11'')
With door to outside. Worcester Bosch oil fired central heating boiler.
Bedroom 1 4.00m(13'1'') x 3.55m(11'8'')
With radiator and access to:-

En-suite shower room

Comprising shower cubicle, wash hand basin and w.C.
Bedroom 2 4.00m(13'1'') x 3.55m(11'8'')
With radiator.
Bedroom 3 3.00m(9'10'') x 2.80m(9'2'')
With radiator.

Bathroom

With bath and wash hand basin. Separate W.C.

First floor

Bedroom 4 5.85m(19'2'') x 3.70m(12'2'')
With window in the gable elevation.
Bedroom 5 8.10m(26'7'') x 3.70m(12'2'')
With window in the gable elevation. Built-in cupboard, radiator and access to:-

En-suite

With toilet and wash hand basin.

The garage/holiday unit

Adjacent to the bungalow there is a detached double garage with twin up and over doors and which had permission granted in January 2000 for change of use to holiday accommodation. Plans which are available for inspection at the agents offices show the conversion of this building with accommodation on two floors and comprising - on the ground floor - open plan lounge, dining room and kitchen, bedroom and shower room. On the first floor there is a second bedroom. To implement the planning consent the vendor has installed the floor to the first floor accommodation and also the velux window in the rear of the roof slope.

The business

There is consent for 40 touring caravans and/or tents from Easter or the 1st April (whichever is the earlier) until the end of October each year and in addition the vendor usually takes advantage of the 28 day extension for an unlimited number. 5 caravans can be stored on the site over the winter and several regulars take advantage of this facility.

There are ten electric hook ups and a substantial purpose built shower block comprising five shower cubicles each with w.C. And wash hand basin, one disabled shower as well as ladies and gents toilets. Adjoining this building there are washing up facilities.

Details of the annual takings and profit will be made available to bona fide applicants.

The vendor currently trades with his own website and it is suggested that prospective purchasers may wish to log onto

The land

The whole site extends to approximately five acres and comprises one level meadow bordered by a stream. There is good access leading in to the site and separate gateways facilitate access to the caravan park and the residence. A line of fir trees provides a level of privacy to the bungalow and whilst there are no formal garden areas there is plenty of potential for further landscaping. The cycle route leading down through the valley passes immediately adjacent to The Meadows and thus provides direct access to the beach.

Services

Mains electricity. Mains water on meter. Drainage to large private system which is then pumped to the mains sewer in the road adjacent. Oil storage tank for central heating to the dwelling.
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: Fax: Or 3 Quayside Arcade, St. Mawes, Truro TR2 5DT. Telephone .

Location

Proceeding along the B3273 road from St. Austell to Mevagissey pass through the hamlet of London Apprentice and continue for another mile where you will pass through the hamlet of Nansladron. The entrance into The Meadows will be easily located on the right hand side sharing the same junction with Pentewan Valley Nurseries.
The photograph to the right is Pentewan Sands.

Floorplan

The Particulars are issued on the understanding that all negotiations are conducted through Philip Martin who for themselves or the Vendor whose agents they are, give notice that:
(a) Whilst every care is taken in the preparation of these particulars, their accuracy is not guaranteed, and they do not constitute any part of an offer or contract. Any intended purchaser must satisfy himself by inspection or otherwise as to the correctness of each of the statements contained in these particulars.
(b) They do not accept liability for any inaccuracy in these particulars nor for any travelling expenses incurred by the applicants in viewing properties that may have been let, sold or withdrawn.