4 bed detached house for sale

Churchtown, Helston TR12

​This is a unique opportunity to purchase a Grade II listed detached residence in the heart of Mullion village, in need of complete renovation. Formerly a vicarage and believed to date back to the 17th century, this property is steeped in history and has many period features throughout and has been owned by the same family for over 75 years. There is a vast amount of potential with this fantastic property to bring it back to its former glory, with the potential to make alterations, subject to obtaining the relevant planning permissions.

The property is entered via an entrance porch with a glazed panel door and a granite step leading into the t-shaped hallway, which features exposed timber beams. The sitting room features a sash window, exposed timber floorboards and beams in the ceiling, a former fireplace, and a cupboard. There is an access door to the cellar and another reception room, which is currently used as a bedroom. This is a good-sized room with a sash window, exposed timber floorboards and floor to ceiling storage cupboards. A generous dining room has a glazed panel window which opens to the walled garden, exposed timber floorboards and beam in the ceiling and an arched recess with shelves and a window to the 'vicar's' study. The kitchen has access to the rear garden, there is a former fireplace, a large larder cupboard and space for appliances, a bathroom completes the ground floor.

The first floor is accessed by a beautiful staircase with a stained glass window; the half landing features a separate, high-level cistern WC. The first floor features four bedrooms, all of which boast beautiful arched ceilings, original timber floorboards, sash windows, and some retain their original doors. The main bedroom has a large bay window with rural and sea views, a former fireplace with cupboards and recessed arches to both sides. Bedroom two has a fireplace, recessed shelving to one side, a sink with storage below and to the side, whilst bedroom three features two arched ceilings. There is also a second bathroom on the first floor, with a cast-iron, free-standing bath, a wash hand basin and a WC.

Externally, the property sits on a generous plot. There is a walled garden to the front, which is primarily lawn and features a wide selection of plants and shrubs, as well as a timber staircase leading to the first floor. The rear garden has a driveway and is mainly lawn, it is separated into sections by a stone wall; there is a pond, a stone outbuilding, a contained vegetable garden with a greenhouse and two apple trees. There is a further outbuilding, a garage and a wide selection of plants and shrubs.

Mullion is a popular village on the Lizard Peninsula and offers a selection of retail outlets, restaurants, public houses, a health centre, a community centre, and primary and secondary schools.

The Accommodation Comprises

Front Porch

A wooden front entrance door opens to the front porch, which has a window to the side, a glazed panel door, and a granite step that leads to the hallway.

Hallway

A t-shaped hallway with exposed timber beams, a storage cupboard and access to all rooms.

Sitting Room 3.24m x 3.02m (10'8" x 9'11")

A recessed sash window overlooks the garden, exposed timber beams and floorboards, a feature fireplace with a cupboard to one side, high skirting, dado rail, and built-in shelving.

Family Room 3.86m x 3.60m (12'8" x 11'10")

Currently used as a bedroom, this room features a recessed sash window overlooking the garden, two floor-to-ceiling cupboards, exposed timber floorboards, cornicing, and a picture rail.

Study 2.86m x 2.13m (9'5" x 7'0")

A recessed window with a recessed shelf below, built-in shelving and a window to the dining room.

Dining Room 4.32m x 4.29m (14'2" x 14'1")

A recessed multi-pane window which opens and provides access to the walled garden, exposed timber beams, an exposed stone wall, and recessed shelving.

Kitchen 5.79m x 2.41m (19'0" x 7'11") (obscure shaped room)

A wooden door and two windows to the rear garden and driveway, a stainless steel sink, a large larder cupboard, a former fireplace and space for cooker, fridge freezer, washing machine and tumble dryer.

Bathroom

There is a window to the rear, a panelled bath with a shower attachment, a wash hand basin, and a high-level cistern WC.

Cellar 4.08m x 3.79m (13'5" x 12'5")

A wooden door and steps provide access to the cellar.

First Floor

Landing

The half landing features a beautiful stained-glass arched window and a separate WC with a high-level cistern. A stained glass door leads to a corridor that has an external wooden staircase to the side of the property.

Bedroom One 4.80m x 3.57m (15'9" x 11'9") (into bay)

A large bay window with sash windows offering sea glimpses and rural views, beautiful arched ceiling, exposed timber floorboards, and a former fireplace create a stunning feature. Cupboards are located on either side, and a large arched recessed storage area is situated above.

Bedroom Two 4.25m x 3.75m (13'11" x 12'4")

A sash window to the front overlooking the garden with exposed stone work below, exposed timber floorboards, a feature arched ceiling and fireplace with recessed storage to one side. There is also a built-in sink with storage below and cupboard to the side.

Bedroom Three 5.38m x 2.91m (17'8" x 9'7")

A sash window to the front, exposed timber floorboards, and two arched ceilings complete the beautiful historic room.

Bedroom Four 3.11m x 3.00m (10'2" x 9'10")

A recessed sash window with exposed stone below, exposed timber floorboards, an arched ceiling and recess in the wall.

Bathroom

A sash window, a freestanding bath, a wash hand basin and a WC.

Externally

Walled garden

A timber gate provides access from the road and another from the rear garden, the garden is mostly lawn with a selection of plants and shrubs and a wooden staircase provides access to the first floor, .

Rear Garden

The rear garden has a driveway for off-road parking and a hedge border to the front. The garden is separated into sections by a stone wall. There is a pond, a stone outbuilding, a greenhouse and a further outbuilding, as well as the garage and a wide selection of plants and shrubs.

Services

Mains electric, water and drainage.

Council Tax Band

Band E

EPC Rating

Band G

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