5 bed detached house for sale

Bodmin Road, St. Austell PL25

Home and income with 5 double bedrooms and converted letting basement one of St Austell's grandest period family homes, constructed in 1890 and now offering a fantastic opportunity to acquire a substantial family home, renovated and improved by the present owners with fully converted basement offering income generating potential or those requiring a self-contained flat for older relatives. Fabulous and well-stocked private gardens with artists studio/workshop. Large garage/workshop with ample parking. Tucked away location only a short walk from town centre amenities yet within Conservation area.

This impressive property presents a rare and exciting opportunity to acquire a substantial character residence offering far more than a traditional family home. Thoughtfully renovated and improved by the current owners, the property combines elegant period architecture with versatile accommodation and significant potential for income generation, multi-generational living or a business venture, subject to any necessary consents.

A particular highlight is the fully converted basement, offering excellent annex potential. This valuable additional accommodation could provide an independent living space for older relatives, an adult family member or guests, while also offering the prospect of rental income or other commercial opportunities, subject to the appropriate permissions and confirmation of its permitted use. Its versatility adds considerable appeal for buyers seeking a property that could deliver both lifestyle benefits and financial potential.

Outside, the property continues to impress, with fabulous, well-stocked private gardens providing a peaceful and secluded setting. An artists’ studio/workshop offers further flexibility for creative pursuits, a home-based business or additional workspace, while the substantial garage/workshop and generous parking provide excellent practical advantages and scope for a variety of uses, subject to planning and other relevant consents.

Despite its tucked-away position, the property is just a short walk from St Austell town centre and its amenities, offering the ideal combination of convenience, privacy and tranquillity.

Inside, the home retains a wealth of period character, including beautifully moulded ceiling cornices, traditional dado and picture rails, original coloured glazed windows and feature fireplaces. These distinctive details, together with the property’s impressive proportions and historic heritage, create a home of genuine individuality and charm.

Benefitting from gas central heating, this is a rare opportunity to acquire a landmark period residence with substantial accommodation, a versatile annex, extensive outbuildings and exciting potential for additional income or business use.

An exceptional prospect for discerning homeowners, multi-generational families, investors or buyers seeking a property with scope to combine residential living with commercial opportunity — all in a sought-after St Austell location.

Accommodation: - All measurements are approximate,

Entrance Lobby: - Solid wood front entrance door with coloured glazed side window. Pattern tiled flooring. Half ornate glazed window and door into hallway. Mat well.

Entrance Hallway: - Mosaic style flooring. Replica original style radiator. Coloured glazed window to side elevation. Dado rail. Stairs to first floor. Door and stairs down to basement. Door into sitting room.

Sitting Room: - 5.08m x 4.7m (16'7" x 15'5") - (maximum measurement into Bay window)
A light and airy dual aspect room with large bay window window to the front with southerly outlook overlooking the gardens and town. Further large feature window. Picture rail. High ceilings with ornate cornice. Radiator. Working open fireplace with traditional surround and mantle over with log burner.

Living Room: - 4.37m x 3.82m (14'4" x 12'6") - Large feature window overlooking the gardens. Feature fireplace with marble surround and mantle over. High ceilings and ornate cornice. Replica original style radiator. Picture rail.

Cloakroom/Wc: - Window to side elevation. Fitted with a suite comprising of low level WC, wash hand basin with mixer tap and cupboard below. Heated towel rail. Part exposed wall. Patterned tiled flooring.

Kitchen/Breakfast Room: - 5.02m x 4.28m (16'5" x 14'0") - A fully refurbished farmhouse-style kitchen with three windows and small window to rear. Door with window allowing access into rear lobby. Replica original style radiator. Slate tiled flooring. Fitted with an excellent range of fitted units and drawers with solid wood work tops over. Seven burner stove. Gas fired range with mirror splash back and chimney hood over. One and a half square bowl stainless steel sink unit with mixer tap and stainless steel splash back. Part exposed wall with decorative fireplace.

Utility Room: - 2.44m x 1.81m (8'0" x 5'11") - Double glazed window to side elevation. Slate tiled flooring. Stainless steel sink with mixer tap and drawers below. Wall and base units with space for a range of appliances. Sealed unit housing the hot water system.

Rear Lobby: - Door allowing access to driveway.

Also from the main hallway, steps down to

Converted Basement: Now comprising a successful holiday let or self-contained annexe. Accommodation of

Bedroom: - 4.92m x 3.94m
Sash window to side elevation. Radiator. Slate tiled flooring. Radiator.

Kitchen: - 3.85m x 2.52m
Slate tiled flooring. Double glazed door and window to outside. Radiator. Inset ceiling spotlights.Modern kitchen with wooden worksurfaces.

Shower room - 2.73m x 1.17m

Superb modern shower suite with fitted cupboards and Triton shower.

First Floor: -

Half Landing: - Two half landing stairs to first floor. Replica original style radiator. Dado rail. Hight arch wall with glazed panel. Door into bathroom/WC.

Main Bathroom/Wc: - 3.3m x 2.3m (10'9" x 7'6") - A lovely room fitted with a suite of low level flush WC, wash basin set in storage unit with drawers below and mirror above, roll top bath and large double shower cubicle with monsoon shower. Sash window to side elevation and "Porthole" with views over St Austell Town. Heated towel rail. Storage shelves.

Landing One: - Leading off the half landing with doors to:

Bedroom Four: - 4.4m x 2.5m (14'5" x 8'2" ) - Sash window. Radiator. Hatch with integrated ladder to large, floored roof space.

Bedroom Three: - 3.4m x 2.8m (11'1" x 9'2") - Sash window. Radiator.

Landing Two: - Leading off left from the half landing. A lovely landing with arched window . Dado rail. Door to:

Bedroom Two: - 3.9m x 4.3m (12'9" x 14'1") - A superb dual aspect bedroom with large feature window walls with a wide open outlook. Fearture fireplace with marble surround, red tiled panels and mantle over. Radiator.

Bedroom One: - 5.1m x 3.4m (16'8" x 11'1") - A light and airy dual aspect bedroom with large windows to two sides providing a wide open outlook. Radiators. Doors into en-suite shower room.

En-Suite Shower Room: - Fitted with a suite of low level WC, vanity basin and built in shower cubicle with mirror glazed wall and monsoon shower. Tiled walls. Tiled flooring. Large half wall mirror.

Outside: - Accessed via Bodmin Rd from double gates with driveway leading to the tarmac parking/turning area and the detached garage.

Detached Garage: - 5.7m x 4.9m (18'8" x 16'0") - Up and over door to front. Pedestrian door and window. Power and light.

To the side of the garage is a private enclosed patio area. From the patio area steps and path lead around to the front where there is a raised terrace offering a pleasant outlook over the garden and St Austell Town. Granite steps lead down to the large terraced garden. The garden comprises of various beds and mature planted areas and meanders down to Truro Road with pedestrian access.