Property description
New to the market having been in the same family for many years, Novahomes Rame Peninsula are pleased to offer this well presented historic cottage which is located just a stone`s throw away from the shore giving direct beach access from the rear of the property. Girt Beach Cottage, originally three small fishermen`s cottages, is believed to be around 300 years old, originally a working building and dwelling associated with the historic fishing and smuggling industries of its early times.
The property lies in the heart of the twin villages of Kingsand and Cawsand, in a Conservation Area, directly adjoining the water, overlooking the beach and commanding a fascinating and panoramic views overlooking the village and the landmark clock tower of Kingsand, across the bay to Fort Picklecombe, the Mount Edgcumbe Estate, Plymouth Breakwater, the City of Plymouth and Dartmoor on the horizon. The constant passage of marine craft around the bay and in the entrance to Plymouth, enjoyable from much of the property, makes this an extraordinary outlook. The roadside section is believed to be around circa 1700`s. Subsequently in-filled window spaces to the side elevations that it most certainly predates adjacent properties.
The villages of Kingsand and Cawsand are equipped with a variety of local shops, pubs and restaurants together with a sailing club and other facilities. There are two car parks, the nearest being less than five minutes` walk away where annual permits can be applied for. The Rame Peninsula is relatively little known, often known as `Cornwall`s forgotten corner`, forming an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty with quiet beaches and outlined by the South West Coastal Path. Tourists generally ignore this area in favour of the more popular areas to the west of Cornwall. The Mount Edgcumbe Park, an 800 acre area of coastal woodland and open hillsides, is possibly one of the most beautiful and varied locations of Cornwall, lies on the edge of the village.
Ground Floor
Kitchen/Breakfast Room - 14'6" (4.42m) x 12'10" (3.91m)
Original feature sash window to front. Stable door to front. Open plan aspect. Fitted kitchen comprising a range of matching wall and base units with attractive wooden block work surfaces. Inset electric oven with stainless double oven. Stainless wash hand basin with Various integral apliances to include, integrated fridge freezer, dish washer and washing machine, Feature Rayburn cooker and boiler, solid fuel servicing hot water supply also with electric option servicing the rediators and heated towel rail. Steps down to:
Sitting/Dining Room - 28'1" (8.56m) x 12'1" (3.68m)
Four uPVC windows to side elevation with views over looking village. uPVC window to rear with panoramic views overlooking the village and the landmark clock tower of Kingsand, across the bay to Fort Picklecombe, the Mount Edgcumbe Estate, Plymouth Breakwater, the City of Plymouth and Dartmoor on the horizon. Exposed wooden floor. Radiators, Storage heaters.
Lower Ground Floor
Bedroom - 16'0" (4.88m) x 8'8" (2.64m)
uPVC windows to side aspect looking onto the Courtyard. Radiator. Storage hearter. Two attractive antique porthole to seaward facing rear elavation providing light and views over Girt Beach through the thick stone walls accross to the Institute Clock Tower and Sea.
Inner Hallway
Door to side to Courtyard which in turn gives direct beach access. Stairs rising to upper floor accommodation. uPVC windows to side.Entrace through to;
Study/Store/Workshop - 16'0" (4.88m) x 13'6" (4.11m)
Varsatile area suitable for a variety of uses. Exposed beams including original ships masts. Radiator. Storage heater.
First Floor
Bedroom - 12'1" (3.68m) x 11'0" (3.35m)
Three uPVC double glazed windows to rear with panoramic views overlooking the village and the landmark clock tower of Kingsand across the bay to Fort Picklecombe, the Mount Edgcumbe Estate, Plymouth Breakwater, the City of Plymouth and Dartmoor on the horizon. upVC window to side facing The Old school House slip way. Radiator. Storage heater. Entrance to en-suite/Family bathroom
En-suite/Family Bathroom
Double width shower cubicle fitted with Mira electric power shower. Low level w,c. Pedestal Wash Basin. Heated Towel Rail.
Bedroom - 9'0" (2.74m) x 6'0" (1.83m)
Velux/Skylight double glazed window. Radiator. Hallway adjacent with uPVC window in to which the bedroom could be extended.
Bedroom - 16'0" (4.88m) x 9'0" (2.74m)
Original sash window to front .
En-suite
Double width shower cubicle with Electric Creda showet fitted. Low level w.c. Wash hand basin.
Outside
An allocated area within the walled garden area includes a space for a small table and chairs for outside entertaining etc. In common use with the other owners, there is access across the garden area to the beach/steps with provision for dinghy/kayak access to the water.
Agents Note:
Potential Development
(Subject to necessary planning consent) there is the potential to glass front the entire rear upper floor into the gable providing maximum sea view experience.
Similarly there is also then potential insert doors instead of windows to the two rear elavations with exterior balconies overhanging the beach.
Directions
Kingsand and Cawsand are on the Rame Peninsula which can be approached either from the A38 midway between Saltash and Liskeard, or via the Torpoint Ferry from Plymouth. The A374 which runs to the west of Torpoint and adjoins the A38 as signposted to Millbrook. Follow the road to Millbrook (B3247). Proceed south easterly out of the village to the top of the hill by the school and turn right leading to Kingsand/Cawsand. As the road runs down past the housing area to the right, the road splits and at this point turn left into Kingsand and continue down the narrow streets of the village and at the bottom of the hill turn hard right into the private car park. Leave the car park on foot and bear right heading down into Garrett Street, rising gently up the hill and shortly after passing an attractive coffee shop/delicatessen. Girt beach cottage can be found on the left hand side.
Notice
Please note we have not tested any apparatus, fixtures, fittings, or services. Interested parties must undertake their own investigation into the working order of these items. All measurements are approximate and photographs provided for guidance only.