4 bedroom detached house for sale

Beautifully located residential smallholding

Extended, remodelled and beautifully appointed cottage style farmhouse, further outbuildings, garage, gardens and two paddocks (3.69 acres in total). Quietly tucked away in wooded countryside convenient for St. Austell, Truro and the South Cornish Coast.

General remarks/situation

For those seeking peace and quiet in unspoiled rural surroundings this property is perfectly located. Although originally a small working farm (probably with more land than at present) Lower Lefesant is now a very desirable residential property featuring a cottage style four bedroom house, a variety of useful outbuildings, mature gardens and land totalling about 3.69 acres or thereabouts. It lies in a sheltered position with the homestead protected by its own land and a belt of mature trees and approached via a private lane well away from busy traffic. It will be of appeal to a wide range of purchasers but especially family orientated persons looking for complete privacy and detachment and sufficient land to pursue their own lifestyle whether it be gardening, keeping a horse or any other livestock.

The nearest village of any size is Polgooth and here there is a popular local pub, post office and stores, whilst at nearby St. Mewan there is a primary school and Parish Church. The property is also well placed for access to the south Cornish coast and much of the land in the area is owned and protected by the National Trust and the cliff top walks are exceptional. Well known attractions in the area include the Eden Project, The Lost Gardens of Heligan (literally just a few minutes away by car), the quaint harbour side village of Mevagissey and the splendid beaches at Pentewan, Carlyon Bay and Porthpean. The nearest beachis six minutes by car and twenty minutes by bicycle along the Pentewan Cycle Trail. The town of St. Austell is less than three miles from the property whilst the city of Truro with its fine shopping centre is about thirteen miles away. There is a main line railway connection to London (Paddington) at Truro and St. Austell.

The house

The original part of the house is probably of great age and is prodominantly of stone construction under a slated roof. A large two storey extension was added to the house in more recent times and the small adjacent barn has been renovated and integrated into the structure, the whole of which is tastefully reappointed and offering well planned accommodation combining space with a sense of period intimacy. Most windows are newly double glazed, central heating is provided from a new oil fired boiler, a superb fitted kitchen boasts a splendid off peak electric Aga and an open fire in the main sitting room features a wood burning stove. The two bathrooms on the first floor are completely new and high grade Swiss sanitary ware is standard throughout. The whole accommodation is tastefully decorated throughout and in greater detail the accommodation comprises (all measurements are approximate):
Reception hallway 6.20m(20'4'') x 2.20m(7'3'')
With old slate paved flooring and staircase to first floor with turned balusters and understair cupboard. Two radiators and half glazed doors to all ground floor accommodation.

Rear entrance lobby/utility

With tiled floor, pull out sliding larder cupboards, radiator and plumbing facility for a washing machine.

Cloakroom

With low level flush w.C., corner wash hand basin and partly tiled walls. Extractor fan and tiled floor.
Sitting room 6.32m(20'9'') x 3.30m(10'10'')
A dual aspect room with a total of three windows to front and rear elevations and with feature stone chimney breast with open fireplace having Clear View wood burning stove on slate hearth. Exposed beamed ceiling, two radiators and television point. Access via a short flight of steps to:-
study 3.28m(10'9'') x 2.97m(9'9'')
(Average). With radiator, two bracket lights, ample power points and door to the outside.
Kitchen & dining room 8.50m(27'11'') x 3.30m(10'10'')
Widening to 3.9m (12'10). This was formerly two rooms and is naturally divided into working kitchen and dining area by a projecting peninsula bar. The kitchen area is fitted with a full range of contemporary units comprising mostly deep soft closing drawers with matching wall mounted storage cupboards and black granite work surface area with stainless steel sink inset. The peninsula bar incorporates a breakfast bar and has an oak work surface and integral appliances including Bosch four ring solid hob and Neff electric oven below. Porcelain tiled floor, plumbing facility for dishwasher and three sets of halogen spot lights on track systems. The kitchen features a splendid cream four oven off peak electric Aga and this is complimented by Italian stone splash back tiling. The dining area has two wall lights and matching over table pendent, radiator and floor to ceiling cupboards matching the units in the kitchen. Fitted window blinds to all windows.

First floor

Bedroom 1 6.48m(21'3'') x 3.58m(11'9'')
(Maximum measurements and incorporating dressing room). A dual aspect room with four windows, (two to the front and two to the rear elevations), two radiators, telephone point and access to walk-in dressing wardrobe with hanging rails and shelving. Door and steps leading down to:-
en-suite bathroom 3.43m(11'3'') x 2.90m(9'6'')
A lovely contemporary room with white suite comprising bath with hand shower attachment, corner shower cubicle, wall mounted wash hand basin and w.C. Ladder rack radiator, extractor fan, wall mounted mirror, tiled floor and part tiled walls. Access to walk-in meter/store cupboard.
Bedroom 2 3.96m(13'0'') x 3.25m(10'8'')
With radiator.
Bedroom 3 3.96m(13'0'') x 2.59m(8'6'')
A dual aspect room with storage cupboard and radiator.

Bathroom 2.79m(9'2'') x 2.13m(7'0'')
With white suite comprising bath, glass doored shower, pedestal wash hand basin and w.C. Ladder rack radiator, tiled floor and inset spotlights. Double doored airing cupboard.
Bedroom 4 4.19m(13'9'') x 2.34m(7'8'')
With radiator.

Outside

The lane providing access to the property opens into a tarmacadam driveway which provides ample parking space for several vehicles. This area provides immediate access to the various outbuildings as follows.
Double garage & workshop 8.03m(26'4'') x 5.03m(16'6'')
Substantially built with a stone facing elevation under a pitched slate roof. One part of this building is currently utilised for storage but can easily be reinstated to garage space if required. Adjacent workshop with power and light, a range of cupboard and drawer base units with work surface over, as well as sink unit with cold water connection. This room is fully insulated.

Gardens

The gardens are delightful and are a fine complement to the house. On the south side of the dwelling there is an extensive decked area with five outside lights and perfect for bar-be-ques and entertaining throughout the summer months. Areas of lawn meander away from the house and are bordered by a variety of well established mature flowering trees and shrubs which provide colour and interest throughout the year. A pathway leads to a detached stone and granite store which is ideal for gardening equipment and there is also a separate store for wood. A paved pathway continues down the garden to a greenhouse as well as a vegetable patch and a Polytunnel. The boundary of the property is bordered by mature trees and with a stream flowing alongside. Two outside taps and old well with handpump.

Beyond the garden on the south side of the house the grounds have been regraded and here a hardcore driveway leads up to a large hardstanding suitable for parking further vehicles, agricultural implements and possibly the erection of a stable block (subject to any necessary consent). A pipeline for wiring and water had been laid underground but is not connected.

The land

This comprises two paddocks rising above the homestead, both of which are in grass and from where there are uninterrupted countryside views. There is gated access at the top of one of the fields to a lane which leads back to the main road through Little Polgooth and is ideal for anyone wanting to ride a horse.

Services

Mains electricity and water. Private drainage. Telephone connected subject to British Telecom Regulations. Oil fired central heating as previously mentioned with new boiler positioned on the outside wall of the house. 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: Fax: Or 3 Quayside Arcade, St. Mawes, Truro TR2 5DT. Telephone .

Floorplan

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