Property description
This wonderful detached period property provides generous sized family accommodation with outstanding views to the front towards both St Agnes Beacon and the sea views at Chapel Porth. In addition, there is a separate detached studio/potential annexe which (subject to obtaining any necessary consents), could easily be converted to provide a letting unit. Externally, there is parking for several vehicles, extensive gardens to the rear extending to just under one acre and includes a 30’ polytunnel. In addition to this there is a separate field of approximately 0.8 of an acre with gated access from both the garden of Demelza and the Coast Road which is for sale be separate negotiation. The house itself has oil fired central heating and three bedroom family accommodation with a first floor bathroom whilst on the ground floor there is a sitting room with snug/music room, dining room, kitchen, generous utility room and ground floor cloakroom. In addition, at the rear, is a large conservatory enjoying a Southerly aspect and overlooking the extensive gardens.
LOCATION Situated on the coast road between St Agnes and Porthtowan, Demelza is therefore very conveniently located for those keen on utilising the wonderful walks along this heritage coastline and has access to the beaches at Porthtowan and Chapel Porth. The nearby village of Mount Hawke provides primary schooling and local facilities, whilst St Agnes, approximately 2 miles distant, has a wonderful array of pubs, restaurants, shops, library, doctors and dentists. The main A30 is accessible at Chiverton Cross approximately 2 miles distant, while Truro city is some 8 miles away.
ENTRANCE PORCH With slate floor. Partially glazed entrance door and further glazed door through to:-
HALLWAY With ceramic tiled floor. Radiator. Stairs with cloaks recess and storage space below.
DINING ROOM 12’ 4" x 10’ 3" (3.76m x 3.13m) With ceramic tiled floor. Radiator. Window seat with views towards St Agnes Beacon. Recess with base cupboards and shelving. The dining room opens through with step up to:-
KITCHEN 7’ 8" x 8’ 0" (2.36m x 2.45m) Excluding a tall store cupboard but including a range of base, wall and drawer units with work surface having inset 1 1/2 basin sink unit. Ceramic tiled floor. Upvc double glazed window to rear. Exposed stone walling. Doorway leading through to:-
CONSERVATORY 18’ 9" x 12’ 5" (5.74m x 3.81m) narrowing to 2.42m. This lovely addition has a south facing aspect overlooking the generous and very private rear garden. Ceramic tiled floor. Upvc double glazed construction off a dwarf block wall.
SITTING ROOM 12’ 2" x 10’ 5" (3.71m x 3.19m) measured to the chimney breast. Wood flooring. Multi fuel stove with slate hearth. Radiator. Picture rail. View to St Agnes Beacon. Step to:-
MUSIC ROOM/SNUG 10’ 2" x 6’ 2" (3.12m x 1.90m) With a wide opening from the sitting room. Wooden flooring. Sash window looking into the conservatory and double glazed window to side. Radiator.
UTILITY ROOM 13’ 8" x 9’ 8" (4.17m x 2.95m) minimum plus further recess. Access with step up from the dining room. There is an extensive range of base, wall and drawer units. Ceramic tiled flooring. Double glazed window to front and rear. Further double glazed door to rear. Access to roof storage space. Space and plumbing for washing machine, dishwasher and tumble dryer. Extractor fan. Stainless steel single drainer sink unit. Access to:-
SHOWER ROOM With a white suite comprising of tiled shower cubicle with Mira shower, wash basin, low level wc, extractor fan and obscure double glazed window. Radiator.
FIRST FLOOR
HALF LANDING With double glazed arched window. Steps leading up to:-
BATHROOM 8’ 6" x 8’ 5" (2.60m x 2.57m) With a modern white suite comprising of panelled bath with Mira shower and screen over, close coupled low flush wc, wash basin with attached towel rail. Radiator. Wooden part obscure double glazed window to side. Sloping ceiling. Water resistant laminate flooring.
BEDROOM 1 12’ 5" x 10’ 4" (3.80m x 3.17m) Sash window to front with lovely countryside views towards St Agnes and delightful view out to sea above Chapel Porth. Radiator. 2 Shelved wardrobe recesses with net curtain fronting. Picture rail.
BEDROOM 2 12’ 4" x 8’ 3" (3.76m x 2.52m) Laminate floor. Similar views to bedroom 1. Picture rail. Fitted wardrobe. Airing cupboard.
BEDROOM 3 9’ 4" x 6’ 3" (2.85m x 1.91m) Laminate floor. Radiator. Sash window to front, again enjoying lovely views. Picture rail.
OUTSIDE
ANNEXE/STUDIO This could certainly provide overflow accommodation and offers tremendous potential (subject to the necessary consents) for those wishing to work from home or provide a studio/letting unit. The annexe/studio comprises the following rooms:-
ROOM 1 21’ 8" x 8’ 6" (6.61m x 2.60m) With double glazed patio doors and double glazed window to side.
ROOM 2 11’ 8" x 8’ 6" (3.57m x 2.61m) With double glazed window to front and door to side. Laminate flooring.
SHOWER ROOM Containing a quadrant shower cubicle, low level wc, pedestal wash hand basin. Convector heater. Heated towel rail. Extractor fan.
OUTSIDE To the left hand side of the main property, accessed via a farm style gate, is a gravelled parking area for several vehicles. There is further gated access between the main house and the studio/workshop. The gardens all extend to the rear of the property and approach an acre with a generous patio and sitting area enjoying a southerly aspect immediately to the rear of the property with steps up to the main gardens which are laid mostly to lawn with some mature trees and shrubs and also include a 30′ × 14′ polytunnel. Farm style gated access to one side which leads to the adjacent field, approximately 0.8 acres, laid to grass with well-defined boundaries and further gated access onto Coast Road which is for sale by separate negotiation.
DIRECTIONS From St Agnes proceed out towards Truro passing the Old Railway Yard on your left hand side and at the bottom of the hill turn right, signposted to Mount Hawke and Porthtowan. After approximately 300 metres turn right at the crossroads, signposted Porthtowan onto Coast Road. Continue for approximately 3/4 of a mile and on entering the hamlet of Towan Cross Demelza will be found on your left hand side, clearly identified by our for sale board.
Property Features :
- 3 Bedrooms
- Detached Cottage With Detached Studio
- Sea View
- 1 Acres of Gardens
- Sea View
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