4 bed detached house for sale

Roskrow, Penryn, Cornwall TR10

Menkea Wartha enjoys an idyllic, rural setting that provides exceptional levels of privacy and peaceful seclusion. The orientation and elevation of the site were carefully considered and chosen to ensure privacy, maximum sunlight and elevation, to afford views over and above the surrounding woodland and meadow, as well as good shelter and effective water runoff

The house was imaginatively extended, stylishly remodelled and significantly increased in size in 2009, with the construction of a traditional oak frame that takes full advantage of those original considerations and that complements uninterrupted views of its private land and woodland beyond from a 40' kitchen diner (approx) that has a range cooker, traditional heavy slate flagstone floor, polished local granite topped island unit, oak framed windows and a traditional open fireplace. This kitchen/dining area opens out onto a large oak gazebo/alfresco dining area, framed in the same traditional style as the main house extension. Additionally, there is a boot room/utility room leading off the kitchen area, with a double Belfast sink and units to match the main kitchen. Here there are cupboards housing the washing machine, tumble drier and the oil fired unit that heats this section of the house. Leading directly from the kitchen/diner via an obscured glass panelled door there are two bedrooms, one of which is en suite with both a shower and a bath. There is also plenty of full height cupboard space . The other bedroom is adjacent to a modern, cleanly tiled shower room that serves as a 'day guest room/wc' and also as an en suite to the second bedroom, with additional full height cupboard/wardrobe space. From the kitchen/dining area, an open beamed entrance leads to a glass fronted gallery that overlooks the main living room. The gallery serves as a relaxed sitting area and study that maximises magnificent elevated views across the valley to the woodland and an unbroken southern skyline beyond. A 400'sq (approx) vaulted principal bedroom lies behind the gallery with two double glass doors opening from each end. The master suite comprises one bathroom that has a traditional roll top bath and the other has a spacious shower room, both have wc's. The windows are oak framed throughout and look out over the rear and side gardens and both the land and the location. All of the living areas face south/south west shrubberies. There is underfloor heating from a ground source heat pump throughout this area and there are numerous built-in cupboards and wardrobes. Below the gallery, lies a stunning main living area of some 600'sq with a 25' high (approx) vaulted ceiling and a Mandarin Stone tiled floor that enjoys underfloor heating from a ground source heat pump. To the rear end of this room there is a lounge area with an impressive wood burning stove that has a feature stone alcove/surround and heavy oak lintel. To the other end of the living area, surrounded by glass, greenery and sky, a full height glazed gable end window brings nature and the interior together to create a quite unique environment. Behind the living area, the tiled stone floor continues into a 550'sq Guest Suite that includes a roll top bath with chrome mixer tap and a separate shower handle with hose. There is also a matching chrome wash stand and large, traditional style hand basin.

The grounds are bordered by natural woodland providing privacy and seclusion and encouraging a variety of wild flora and deer can be seen grazing the lower meadow along the tree line. Wild geese nest on the lake's island each Spring, vying for food with a family of ducks. The woodland animals are more shy but are watched by buzzards that wheel in the skies above. Birdsong is ever present in the bushes beside the gazebo and round the house where the feeders are always busy. Menkea is truly a paradise for wildlife and for those that enjoy watching it.

Menkea Wartha is privately situated in a sheltered, rural location two miles to the north of the ancient town of Penryn and Tremough University Campus. Penryn is one of the oldest towns in Cornwall, founded in 1216, with many period buildings, narrow 'opes' and alleyways, historic pubs, a harbour, a quay and a small marina. It offers a flourishing arts scene and local facilities include cafes, restaurants, a doctor's surgery and both primary and secondary schools.

The bustling town of Falmouth is next door with sandy beaches, shops, restaurants, a historic harbour and Castle. Falmouth is also home to The National Maritime Museum and is a haven for yachtsmen, with the Carrick Roads boasting some of the finest sheltered sailing waters in the Country and lying next door to Helford River, made famous by Daphne Du Maurier in her novel 'Frenchman's Creek'.

Menkea Wartha is perfectly situated to take advantage of all that the south coast has to offer and yet is less than 8 miles from the dramatic north coast with its wide sandy beaches that have become a national draw for surfers as well
as wind and kite surfers, bringing visitors from across the world, with Newquay being the hub of north coast wind and water sports. Cycling routes, mining trails and the South West Coast Path are all on its doorstep and easily accessible, offering endless sporting, leisure and cultural opportunities for all.

The County Town of Truro is six miles away and as well as mainline rail and travel connections, offers comprehensive amenities, shopping, highly rated schools in both the state and private sectors for all ages. Penair, Truro School, Truro
High School and Polwhele House all enjoy enviable reputations in that sector. Treliske Hospital is situated just outside of the Town and private health care is also well provided for by Duchy Hospital and a nearby private gp surgery.

Penryn has a branch line Railway station that connects with Truro providing mainline connections to Plymouth, Exeter and London (Paddington). The main A39 lies a mile to the south of the property, affording convenient access to both
Falmouth and Truro without impacting on the peace and privacy of Menkea and the A39 offers easy access towards Exeter and beyond.