BEAUTIFUL PERIOD HOUSE WITH GLORIOUS GARDENS

Situated in a wonderful position within this sought after village.

Set in 1.2 acres of mature and established gardens and grounds.

Spacious accommodation of over 4,500 square feet, arranged over 3 floors offering tremendous versatility.

A rare and unique opportunity to own one of the finest homes in this special geographical location.

EPC - G

General Comments - Nansawsan House is a truly remarkable property with a fascinating history and is reluctantly offered for sale for the first time since 1975 due to our clients need to downsize. This special property is situated in a wonderful south facing position within the village of Ladock, almost the centre point of Cornwall.

The extensive and established gardens and grounds measure just over one acre and are an absolute joy. Walking along the meandering gravelled paths through this magical space, filled with an abundance of plants and magnificent mature trees is unique and properties with gardens like Nansawsan House are seldom available in today's market.

The house, built in the 1870's is one of three properties, yet Nansawsan House enjoys its own, private, sweeping driveway which reveals the house in the most romantic setting.

Having been a cherished home for over 47 years, it is unusual to find a period house with so many classic and original features remaining and in many respects untouched from modernisation and refurbishment. The property retains an old world charm with a true sense of elegance and grandeur of a bygone era.

Interestingly the house is not listed.

History - The name of the property is derived from the Comish NAN - a valley, and SAWSAN - Saxon meaning The valley, of the Saxons (English)'. According to Dr. Margaret Gelling in her book 'Signposts To The Past: Placenames and The History of England", the name is of historical significance being possibly the only name surviving in England which was coined by the original Celtic inhabitants and alluded to the new Saxon settlers.

The building of the present house was commenced during the 1870's by Canon R.F Wise who had earlier purchased the estate, and was intended to provide accommodation for his Curate. Subsequently the house became the residence of the Reverend (Later Canon and Archdeacon) Stamford Raffles Raffles-Flint and was enlarged in two stages, the East Wing (High Noon) being completed during the 1890's.

Canon Flint was a great nephew of Sir Thomas Stamford Raffles (181-1826) who whilst Governor of Sumatra established the settlement of Singapore in 1819. He was also a descendant of Thomas Mudge, watchmaker to George III. Whilst living at Nansawsan, Canon Flint wrote 'Mudge Memoirs' which was published in 1883 and printed by Netherton & Worth of Truro as a limited edition of 100 copies only. Canon Flint's grandfather Major-General William Mudge (1762-1820) carried out the first ordinance survey of Great Britain during the period 1786-1810. The late Mrs Alison Johnstone of Trewithen, Probus was a daughter of Canon Flint.

In 1926, following the death of Canon Flint, the property was sold to Major Herbert Flint (no rélation) but remained unoccupied until the second world war when it was requisitioned by the War Office. During the war it was used both as quarters for British, Commonwealth and American troops and as a holding camp for German and Italian prisoners of war. A few years ago Nansawsan House received an unexpected visit from a former U.S serviceman who left from the house to take part in the Normandy landings on D-Day, 1944.

Following the war the house was again sold and during the early 1950's, under the ownership of Mrs Nation, was divided into its present form and named after the trilogy written by her nephew Crosbie Garstin. Thus the three properties became High Noon, Owls' House and The West Winds. However, the original name Nansawsan House was revived in preference to West Winds during the early 1960's.

Gardens & Grounds - This restored Victorian garden has been the life's work of the current owner and it is likely that the next occupants will be keen horticulturists. Although various gardens have been formed out of relicts of the original garden, they were not intended to be reproductions. Every effort has been to preserve the atmosphere of a Victorian garden.

There is a large lawn below the raised terrace to the front of the house which opens to countryside beyond. The side garden runs adjacent to the road and has been kept private behind an established hedge. There is a 1930's seaside chalet from Perranporth which fronts the Bluebells' garden with a path that snakes through the lawns planted with daffodils and snow drops.

A Victorian style greenhouse was built in the 1990's with vegetable beds and fruit cages which include blueberries, raspberries, black and redcurrants as well as gooseberries. The gardens are full of an array of plants and shrubs from magnolias, azaleas, clematis and rhododendrons as well as many mature trees including a Yew with a glorious yakushimanum wrapped around it. Concealed behind is a working pump over a ringed slab with a brick chamber below to hold rainwater and forms part of the 'pump garden'. There is also a Victorian style gazebo from which to sit and enjoy the view. This garden is very special and no words will ever do it justice.

Agents Remarks - Nansawsan House offers a once in a lifetime opportunity to own one part of one of the finest houses in this special part of Cornwall. The property has too many features to list in a set of particulars and part of the joy of viewing a house such as this is discovering more wonderful aspects and attributes of Nansawsan House.

This sought after property is likely to be of appeal to a wide range of buyers with over 4500 square feet of commodious accommodation arranged over three floors with fantastic space for a large or growing family and an internal viewing is an absolute must for any interested party.

The next owners of Nansawsan House will be very lucky to live in such an exceptional Cornish home.

Ladock - Ladock is a thriving community approximately six miles east of Truro city. Village facilities include public house, primary school, parish Church, shop and post office and superb village hall with regular clubs and activities. Probus is within a couple of miles where there are further facilities and Truro which is renowned for its excellent shops and fine selection of bars, restaurants and main line railway link to London (Paddington). The house is also ideally located for access to the south and north coast as well as the A30. Newquay airport is approximately thirteen miles to the north.

Truro - Truro is renowned for its excellent shopping centre, fine selection of restaurants, bars, private and state schools and main line railway link to London (Paddington). The Hall for Cornwall is also a popular venue providing all year round entertainment and other cultural facilities include the Royal Cornwall Museum and the historic Cathedral.

In greater detail the accommodation comprises (all measurements are approximate):

Entrance Porch - Red and black tiled floor with multipaned leaded windows and the front door.

Hall - 9.10 x 6.29 (29'10" x 20'7") - An impressive entrance space with the wonderful turning staircase to the first floor. Fireplace with panelled surround and window overlooking the drive with window seat below.

Dining Room - 6.92 x 4.45 (22'8" x 14'7") - A magnificent room with bay window and door to the conservatory. Wood block flooring with fine panelled walls, period coving and deep skirting boards.

Conservatory - 4.14 x 1.98 (13'6" x 6'5") -

Sitting Room - 5.57 x 4.45 (18'3" x 14'7") - A splendid double aspect room with bay window and doors opening onto the side terrace. More panelling, deep skirtings and flooring with a tiled fireplace.

Kitchen - 4.47 x 3.60 (14'7" x 11'9") - Fitted with a range of base and eye level units. oil fired Aga.

Utility - 3.94 x 3.69 (12'11" x 12'1") - Opening to the gravelled driveway. Oil fired boiler. Range of cupboards and space for white goods.

Gardeners' W.C. - Accessed from the courtyard.

Shower Room - Shower cubicle with electric shower.

First Floor - From the main hall the stairs rise to the landing.

Bedroom 2 - 5.43 x 4.45 (17'9" x 14'7") - Bay window to front overlooking the gardens with the view beyond. Door to;

Dressing Room/Bed 4 - 4.45 x 2.15 (14'7" x 7'0") - Suitable as a dressing room, study or nursery with doors to both bedrooms 1 and 2. Window to front.

Master Bedroom - 4.98 x 4.45 (16'4" x 14'7") - A lovely dual aspect bedroom enjoying views over the garden.

Bedroom 3/Study - 4.42 x 3.18 (14'6" x 10'5") - Window to side.

W.C. - Low level w.c. and vanity wash hand basin.

Family Bathroom - 4.47 x 2.26 (14'7" x 7'4") - Stepping across the landing and through a fire door to a secondary landing with stairs leading to the second floor. A door opening to the bathroom. With bath, shower and basin.

Second Floor - The attic space of over 1100 square feet of further accommodation from the main house. Perfect for dependant family members.

Kitchen - 4 x 2.22 (13'1" x 7'3") - Fitted with a limited range of units. Circular window to side and velux window.

Reception Room - 4.76 x 4.11 (15'7" x 13'5") - Velux window and space for dining table.

Dressing Room - Cupboards to either side.

Bedroom 7 - 3.71 x 2.45 (12'2" x 8'0") - A special little bedroom with window overlooking the gardens.

Store Room - 4 x 2.40 (13'1" x 7'10") -

Bedroom 5/Lounge - 4.26 x 4.22 (13'11" x 13'10") - Dual aspect lounge with sash window to side and exposed beams.

Shower Room - Shower, w.c. and wash hand basin.

Bedroom 6 - 3.52 x 3.07 (11'6" x 10'0") - Velux window and exposed beams.

Outside - An impressive entrance with granite and stone gate posts opening from the main road. The sweeping driveway is completely private, lined on either side with mature hedging and opening to the main gravelled driveway to the side of the house. From here the property can be accessed via the garage, utility or main entrance porch. The gravelled terrace leads to the front of the property from where one can enjoy the views over the south facing lawn to the countryside beyond.

Garage - 6.55 x 4.42 (21'5" x 14'6") - The garage also incorporates a partially converted space above the garage and utility room, providing a great storage space with a standard staircase allowing good access.

Services - Mains water and drainage. Oil fired central heating and Aga. Mains electricity with night storage radiators to the second floor.

N.B - The electrical circuit, appliances and heating system have not been tested by the agents.

Viewing - Strictly by Appointment through the Agents Philip Martin, 9 Cathedral Lane, Truro, TR1 2QS. Telephone:[use Contact Agent Button] or 3 Quayside Arcade, St. Mawes, Truro TR2 5DT. Telephone[use Contact Agent Button].

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Council Tax - Band E.

Directions - Proceed into Ladock village from the Truro direction and Nansawsan House will be found on the right hand side where a Philip Martin board has been erected.

Council Tax - Band E.