2 bedroom property for sale

On the outskirts of the well served village of Stithians, ideally located for the surrounding towns of Truro, Falmouth, Helston and Redruth, a particularly attractive late Victorian house, backing onto and overlooking unspoilt open countryside, providing highly appealing and characterful 2 double bedroomed accommodation, with well stocked and enclosed gardens to both the front and 'rear', double garaging and additional private off-road parking.

The property

Constructed, we understand, in the 1880's, 'Pretty Porch Cottage' is a particularly appealing, mellow stone-fronted, terraced house, offering much charm and character, located on the edge of this well served village, backing onto and overlooking unspoilt open countryside.

Set back from the roadside, the property benefits from a deep and well enclosed front garden, at the head of which, as the name implies, there is a beautiful, authentic, Victorian porch, with stained glazing, opening into a most attractive and comfortable lounge with traditional open fireplace and archway opening into a separate dining room, again with open fireplace, and off which a turning staircase rises to the first floor, and a window, with window seat, and doorway opens into the kitchen, with comprehensive range of fitted units, Calor gas hob, Zanussi double oven and broad picture window, and door, overlooking the immediately adjacent, open, unspoilt countryside.

Two double first floor bedrooms both feature canopied ceilings, one of which benefits from fitted mirror-fronted wardrobes and further views to the rear. The landing has a fine, arched and stained glass window at mid-landing, further built-in storage cupboards and doorway to a first floor bathroom/WC with white four-piece suite.

Throughout, the property is most tastefully decorated and presented, most windows are replacement uPVC double glazed, some leaded, and there is a comprehensive Calor gas fired central heating system with modern high efficiency combination boiler. To the rear of the property, a pathway leads to a useful office/store room, located at the end of the terrace, adjacent to which a gateway opens onto a pretty, well enclosed and attractively stocked private garden, bordering open countryside, with lawn and rockery-edged pond, beyond which a further gate and pathway leads to a double garage and additional private parking space, off a gated yard which we understand is in the ownership of the property.

In all, a most deceptive property, more house-like than a cottage in proportions, enjoying blissful views from the rear and with the unexpected additional benefits of attractive 'rear' gardens and ample garaging/parking. A viewing appointment is therefore strongly recommended for prospective purchasers to fully appreciate all 'Pretty Porch Cottage' has to offer.

The location

'Pretty Porch Cottage' is located on the outskirts of the village of Stithians, whose excellent day-to-day amenities are within walking distance and include a public house, highly regarded county primary school, village stores/sub post office, fish and chip shop, hairdressers and regular bus service to the surrounding towns of Redruth, Helston, Truro and Falmouth, these latter two being approximately seven and five miles distant respectively.

Safe sandy bathing beaches are within an approximate twenty minute drive along the picturesque south Cornish coastline where the continuous South West Coast Path leads from Falmouth Bay to the Helford River, shoreline of The Lizard peninsula and around Lizard Point, to Mounts Bay. Golf course are nearby at Mullion, Budock Vean, Falmouth, Killiow and Truro; unrivalled day-sailing waters are available on the Fal Estuary, and the cathedral city of Truro, the county's administrative, retailing, commercial and educational centre, also provides the Hall for Cornwall, the county's leading theatre venue, and a main-line rail link to London (Paddington).

The accommodation comprises

(All dimensions being approximate)

Entrance porch

A charming, authentic and original entrance porch, with leaded and stained glazing, providing a particularly attractive facade and entrance to the property, leading from the well enclosed front gardens. Quarry tiled floor, casement door with obscure glazed screen and fan light over, opening into the:-
lounge 5.09m(16'8'') x 3.06m(10'0'')
A charming room with 2.40m(7'10) ceiling height. Leaded replacement uPVC double glazed tilt-and-turn window to the front elevation, in panelled reveals, overlooking the attractively stocked front gardens. Traditional cast iron fireplace with tiled slips, slate hearth and over mantel. Arched display alcoves to either side, both with fitted half height cupboards. Radiator, moulded archway opening into the:-
dining room 4.77m(15'8'') x 2.89m(9'6'')
First measurement includes stairwell with attractive turning staircase with timber handrail and newel posts, leading to the part galleried first floor landing over with, at mid-landing, a delightful stained arched window, in moulded reveal, enjoying a delightful outlook over completely unspoilt farmland and woodland to the rear. Radiator, under-stair storage cupboard, traditional cast iron fireplace with slate hearth and, to one side, fitted shelved cupboards. Telephone point, coved ceiling, leaded casement door and replacement uPVC window, with fitted window seat, opening into the:-
kitchen 5.18m(17'0'') x 1.46m(4'9'')
A charming galley-style kitchen with broad replacement uPVC double glazed window enjoying an unobstructed view over the unspoilt and tree-lined countryside behind. Beamed ceiling, fitted with a comprehensive range of wall and base units with round-edged worksurfaces between with complementary tiled splashbacks. Five-ring Calor gas fired hob with illuminated filter canopy over. Split-level Zanussi double oven and grill with further cupboards above and below. Inset sink unit with cutlery drainer and antique-style mixer tap. Recess with plumbing for automatic dishwasher. Ceramic tiled flooring, space for upright fridge/freezer. Further worksurface with space and plumbing under for automatic washing machine and tumble dryer; wall mounted Worcester Calor gas fired combination boiler, providing domestic hot water and central heating. Radiator.

First floor

landing

Part galleried with turning staircase rising from the dining room enjoying a lovely view through the arched and stained window to countryside beyond. Traditional stripped pine panelled doors with ceramic furniture to the two bedrooms and bathroom. Built-in full height cupboard with louvre doors and further storage lockers over.
Bedroom one 2.90m(9'6'') x 2.75m(9'0'')
Measurements excluding wardrobes and recessed window. Part canopied ceiling, radiator, deep silled replacement uPVC small pane-effect double glazed window to the rear elevation enjoying a lovely outlook over the surrounding countryside. Telephone point. Built-in double width mirror-fronted wardrobe, airing cupboard housing foam lagged copper cylinder with immersion heater and slatted linen shelving.
Bedroom two 3.17m(10'5'') x 3.17m(10'5'')
Measurements exclude recessed window. Telephone point. Part barrelled ceiling, radiator, replacement uPVC leaded double glazed tilt-and-turn window to the front elevation overlooking the attractive gardens.

Bathroom/WC

Part tiled walls, complementary white four-piece suite comprising bidet with mixer tap, low flush WC, pedestal wash hand basin and roll-top claw-foot bath with Aqualisa instant shower over. Access to loft storage area, extractor fan, part barrelled ceiling, Victorian brass, heated towel rail/radiator, replacement obscure uPVC double glazed and leaded tilt-and-turn window to the front elevation, radiator.

The exterior

front gardens and patio

To the front of the property there is a low retaining granite wall with twin granite gateposts and gate opening onto a pathway leading to the front entrance porch. The front gardens are level, laid to lawn, with attractive flower and shrub borders, well enclosed by mature hedging, featuring a number of colourful flowering plants including hydrangeas, rhododendrons and climbing roses with lattice timber arch.

Rear pathway

Across the rear of the terrace a pathway, a shared pathway leads to:-
office/store room 2.00m(6'7'') x 2.40m(7'10'')
Light and power connected, half glazed casement door to the rear elevation, deep silled window to the side, timber-effect flooring.
'rear' garden
A particular feature of the property, lying adjacent to unspoilt farmland, enjoying views to Stithians Church and the outskirts of the village. Well enclosed to all boundaries by close lap fencing and dry stone walling, including a deep lawned area with flower/shrub borders, paved hardstanding for a garden store/summerhouse, gateway from the rear path. Exterior tap, dracaena palm and picturesque rockery-edged pond with waterfall (not tested). From these gardens, a timber gate and pathway leads to the:-
detached garage 4.96m(16'3'') x 4.93m(16'2'')
Of sectional construction with recently replaced roof, metal up-and-over door, light and power connected.

Additional parking area

Located to the side of the garage, as well as to the front, where there is a timber gate to the roadside. We understand a neighbouring garage enjoys a right of access over this forecourt, privately owned by 'Pretty Porch Cottage'.

General information

services

Mains electricity, water and drainage are connected to the property. Telephone points (subject to supplier's regulations). Calor gas fired central heating.

Council tax

Band B - Cornwall Council.

Tenure

Freehold.

Possession

Immediate vacant possession upon completion of the purchase.

Viewing

Strictly by prior appointment with the vendor's Sole Agents - Laskowski & Company, 28 High Street, Falmouth, TR11 2AD. Telephone:

Directional note

From the A394 Falmouth to Helston road, or A393 Falmouth to Redruth road, follow the signposts to the village of Stithians. Proceed into the centre of the village, passing the convenience store and primary school on the left-hand side, and public house, The Seven Stars, on the right-hand side. After a short distance follow the road around the left-hand bend, skirting the churchyard, and continue along this road for approximately 350 yards. Hendra Terrace will then be found on the left-hand side, just before leaving the village.

These particulars have been prepared as a general guide only for prospective purchasers. Although every effort has been made to provide a fair and reasonable description of the property, no specific survey or detailed inspection has been carried out in relation to the building, services, appliances and any fixtures and fittings. All measurements, dimensions, acreages and distances are approximate and should not be relied upon for accuracy. All buyers should rely on their own surveys and investigations in connection with a purchase of the property.