Property description
An Original Charles Rashleigh Cottage this beautifully presented cottage is one of those must view properties. oozing both charm & character and situated within easy walking distance to the historic harbour, many restaurants and coffee shops, the property offers a unique chance to live in this sought after area and provides beautiful accommodation enhanced by the beamed ceilings,stone walls and south facing gardens that back onto open farm landDating back to 1790 the property originally formed part of a terraced row of fisherman's cottages, but now is the much larger of 2 semi detached cottages boasting 3 double bedrooms.
Entrance
The Cottage is set back from Duporth road and is accessed through a wrought iron gate, leading into a classic cottage style garden with an array of colourful flowers and shrubs. The central pathway runs through the walled front garden to a hardwood front entrance door that gives access to:
Dining Room
A beautiful introduction to the property, this room is full of character and light from the two Sash windows to front aspect. At one end of the room you will find an exposed stone wall with a granite stone fire place in the centre, housing a large wood burner on a slate hearth, perfect for those cold winter evenings! The beamed ceiling, solid wood floor and open aspect to the kitchen just add to the charm of this room, and make it a perfect place to entertain. The bespoke staircase to the first floor is also located in this room and provides a convenient under stair cupboard for storage.
Kitchen
Single aspect to rear with views across the pretty walled garden and into open farm land beyond. The exposed beam ceiling adds to the character, whilst the kitchen is fitted with a range of tasteful kitchen units with work surfaces over, inset ceramic sink and drainer, built in under cupboard electric oven & electric hob above and tiled floor. There is also space for a upright fridge/freezer and plumbing for dishwasher. A doorway then leads to the rear lobby/utility area.
Rear Lobby/Utility Room
Latched stable door to rear garden, plumbing for washing machine and space for tumble dryer, floor based oil fired central heating boiler serving the heating and domestic hot water. Tiled floor and useful space for coats and boots etc.
Sitting Room - 14' 5'' x 13' 9'' (4.39m x 4.19m)
A very delightful room, deceptively spacious with two Sash windows to front aspect and glazed door leading into the garden room. Although not currently used as an open fire by the current vendor, again this room offers a granite stone fire place with Oak Beam mantle which subject to inspection could easily take a wood burner or open fire. The room also has the charm of exposed beam ceilings.
Garden/Hobby Room - 10' 1'' x 9' 9'' (3.07m x 2.97m)
A very useful addition to the accommodation this room could perhaps serve as a sewing room, music room or even just a simple garden room to enjoy early morning coffee or an evening glass of wine with the doors open looking over the garden and farm land beyond.
First Floor Landing
Radiator & doors to all upstairs rooms
Master Bedroom - 14' 6'' x 14' 1'' (4.42m x 4.29m)
A beautifully light and spacious room with windows to both front & rear aspects, radiator and access to a loft space.
Bedroom Two - 11' 4'' x 11' 2'' (3.45m x 3.40m)
The vendor is currently offering B&B accommodation in this charming double guest room. It offers an attractive painted cast iron period style fireplace with grate and mantle over. It also offers a wash basin and an En-suite that includes a tiled shower cubicle & low level WC
Bedroom Three - 11' 5'' x 8' 0'' (3.48m x 2.44m)
Another double bedroom with Sash window to front aspect and radiator.
Bathroom
Single glazed window to rear aspect affording lovely views across the rear garden and farm land beyond, low level WC, panelled bath with shower over & tiled walled surround. Radiator
Outside
Rear Garden
South facing the rear garden offers both the perfect place to sit and enjoy those summer evenings but also provides ample space for parking for up to 4 vehicles and is accessed via the large gates, to the side for those green fingered enthusiasts there is a good sized wooden greenhouse.
Detached Stone Garage/Workshop - 25' 2'' x 12' 7'' (7.66m x 3.83m)
Also located at the rear of the property is a very useful detached garage which again could be used for a variety of purposes to inc: Boat Store, Garage, Wood Store or even subject to planning could be used for possibel Annexe/Holiday Accommodation.
Garden Studio/Home Office
Again located in the rear garden this wooden structure would suite a variety of uses to include an home office, art studio or a child's play den etc.
Property Features :
- Grade II Listed
- Charles Rashleigh Cottage
- Three Bedrooms
- South Facing Gardens
- Walking Distance to Harbour