4 bedroom terraced house for sale

Substantial residential and commercial premises

A retirement sale and a genuine opportunity to acquire a very large four storey building right in the heart of this
quaint harbour village and with huge potential for redevelopment.

General comments

This is a very substantial Grade II Listed four storey corner building probably dating back to the early 1800's and situated in the very heart of this traditional Cornish fishing village just yards from the harbour. It has been owner occupied by the same vendors for well over 60 years and is currently operated as a gift shop selling a variety of jewellery and gifts and with a second adjoining shop presently utilised as a self contained one bedroom flat. On the first floor of the building there are extensive showrooms and a kitchen whilst on the second and third floors there is extensive residential accommodation which includes an amazing top floor sitting room and kitchen and which opens to a surprisingly spacious area of sun deck and patio garden where there are spectacular harbour views

The unusual and substantial nature of the building presents a rare opportunity for redevelopment, subject to necessary planning consent, and hence this property will be of special interest to entrepreneurs looking to adapt and rearrange the building to produce a lucrative return. It is realistically priced to encourage an early sale and internal viewing is essential.

Situation

Mevagissey is well known to tourists as a fishing village on the south Cornish coast and is particularly noteworthy for its harbour and quaint fishermans cottages in the narrow streets. No. 24 Fore Street is set right in the heart of the village and is surrounded by a variety of local shops and facilities and being a corner property there is good pedestrian flow on two sides.

Mevagissey lies about five miles from St. Austell whilst the city of Truro with its Cathedral and fine shopping centre is about fifteen miles away (about half an hours driving distance). Notable attractions of the area include the Lost Gardens of Heligan (less than two miles from the property) and the Eden Project which is just east of St. Austell. The whole area is recognised as being of outstanding natural beauty and much of the nearby coastline is owned and protected by the National Trust.

The business

The gift shop is currently run by the lady owner operating on a very casual basis opening weekdays 9 a.M to 5 p.M. During summer months and just occasionally through the winter. Although the business is available as a going concern with stock available at valuation the premises are offered with full vacant possession if required.

The building

The building is Grade II Listed and is arranged on four floors. In greater detail the accommodation comprises (all measurements are approximate):

Ground floor

Retail sales area 10.36m(34'0'') x 4.22m(13'10'')
WIth recess display windows to front with pedestrian entrance door between. Canopied area to the front of the shop. Stairs rising to first floor and doorway leading to:

Side entrance hallway

With half glazed entrance door from street and with stairs rising to first floor.
Stock room 3.28m(10'9'') x 2.29m(7'6'')
Being partially taken up with staircase and with Butlers sink having cold water tap over.

Ground floor flat

entrance hall

With half glazed door from side street. Electric meter and fuses and door to:
Store room 2.24m(7'4'') x 1.42m(4'8'')
With fortic tank with electric immersion heater and shelving.

Bathroom

With obscured window to side street and fitted with panel bath, high level w.C. And wash hand basin.
Kitchen 4.47m(14'8'') x 1.65m(5'5'')
With a range of fitments comprising cupboards and work surface area with single stainless steel drainer sink and Santon hot water heater over.
Room 1 4.09m(13'5'') x 2.84m(9'4'')
With door to:
Room 2 4.17m(13'8'') x 4.27m(14'0'')
Being an irregular shape room once forming part of the main shop but now separated and with large display window to front and with potential to be used as a second retail unit.

First floor

landing

With door to inner passage way leading to kitchen and second floor. Door to:
Show room 7.92m(26'0'') x 4.27m(14'0'')
A large room with window to side, stairs to ground floor shop and flouresent strip lighting. This room is open to:
Adjoining showroom 6.40m(21'0'') x 4.57m(15'0'')
An irregular shape room with window to the side aspect and a wide half glazed door to the front elevation once used for receiving goods.
Store room 4.22m(13'10'') x 3.05m(10'0'')
With door to front elevation again formerly used for receiving goods direct from the street.
Kitchen/dining room 5.38m(17'8'') x 4.17m(13'8'') (max)
With a range of wall and base cupboards with inset stainless steel sink and drainer and Heatrae hot water heater over. Formica top breakfast bar, plumbing and space for dishwasher, electric cooker point, t.V. Aerial point and telephone point. Door to:

Cloakroom

With low level w.C and pedestal wash hand basin.
2ND floor

landing 10.06m(33'0'') x 4.24m(13'11'')
(Maximum and including stairs). A very wide landing area with stairs rising to the third floor. Doors to all rooms.

Cloakroom

With low level w.C.

Bathroom

With metal shower cubicle with Perspex shower door, panel bath, pedestal wash hand basin and low level w.C. Wall mounted electric fire and built-in vanity unit with shelving over and drawers below. Electric shaver point.
Bedroom 1 5.36m(17'7'') x 4.24m(13'11'')
With pedestal wash hand basin.
Bedroom 2 4.22m(13'10'') x 3.66m(12'0'') (max)
An irregular shape room with pedestal wash hand basin.
Bedroom 3 3.15m(10'4'') x 2.49m(8'2'')
With pedestal wash hand basin having Redring electric hot water heater over.
Bedroom 4 4.75m(15'7'') x 2.44m(8'0'')
With pedestal wash hand basin with Redring electric hot water heater over.

Box room 2.41m(7'11'') x 1.96m(6'5'')

Third floor

Sitting room 6.20m(20'4'') x 3.76m(12'4'')
Plus additional area 7'5 x 5'6. A particularly light and airy l-shape room with wide aluminium patio doors opening to sun deck and affording spectacular views over Mevagissey Harbour and the sea beyond. Fireplace with timber surround and rustic slate hearth incorporating solid fuel burner. Glass screen divider around staircase well and door to:
Kitchen 3.40m(11'2'') x 2.13m(7'0'')
Fitted with a range of base and eye level units with formica worksurface area. Inset stainless steel sink and drainer with mixer tap, plumbing and space for washing machine and built-in airing cupboard with hot water tank and additional cold water storage tank. Double glazed door leading out to the sun deck.

Outside

roof terrace/patio garden

This spectacular and rather large area covers a major proportion of the roof and consists of paved areas with metal railings to waist height. This superb vantage point provides fantastic views over the village including the enchanting harbour and is ideal for those wanting to have a rooftop garden with a collection of pots and patio containers.

Services

Mains water, electricity and drainage are believed to be connected.
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 .

Location

The property is easily found within Fore Street right in the centre of Mevagissey opposite the Kings Arms Pub.

Floorplan

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