Bryony Cottage sits in an elevated position with tropical gardens and great views and has recently been renovated combining old and new seamlessly.

Description

Byrony Cottage is set on the hillside in the village of Cocks just a mile and a half from the centre of Perranporth and has been completely refurbished and extended over the last five years. It is an impressive marriage of early 19th and 21st century architecture with the old flowing seamlessly in to the new modern part of the house. There are four reception rooms along with a kitchen on the ground floor with two bedrooms and a bathroom on the first floor in the old part of cottage with a principal suite of a bedroom, dressing room and bathroom on the first floor of the new part. The house has been very stylishly decorated with many of the fixtures being antiques, as an example the Swan tap in the en suite bathroom was from a Chateau in France.

The House, ground Floor: A glazed porch with a tiled floor and oak benches to each side sits centrally and opens from the graveled front driveway. A part glazed door then opens in to the hallway with stairs to the first floor immediately to the right. There is an understairs cupboard with ample space for the storage of outdoor wear etc. The hallway flows in to a bright galley style kitchen with two windows and three roof lights. The kitchen has bespoke burr oak cupboards, slate work surfaces and includes two integrated side by side ovens, 5-ring gas hob, dishwasher, and a 2-drawer pull out fridge. At the end of the kitchen on the right is a walk in larder which has shelving to three sides along with a counter with space beneath for both a fridge and freezer. Off the kitchen through a wide arch is what the owners call their “Winter Sitting Room”. This is an incredibly cosy room with a beamed ceiling, two sash windows with shutters and oak window seats over-looking the front garden, an inglenook fireplace with recessed Log burner and left of the inglenook is a corner wine storage area. The open plan feel continues as at the other end of the kitchen, through an arch into the dining room. This links the two buildings and is a large bright room with floor to ceiling glazing and access to the outside kitchen, WC and entertaining area. This is a vaulted room with built in wall cupboards with antique French louvre doors. To the left, through double glazed doors, is the snug/cinema room which has been wired for surround sound, has a ceiling projector (separate negotiation), beamed ceiling and a small recessed log burner. To the right is a glazed wall with door opening in to the triple aspect “Summer” sitting room. This has floor to ceiling glazing in part with doors out on to the entertaining area and deck along with a beamed ceiling and a large window which frames the garden fountain and tree ferns. There is a utility room off this room which has modern wall and base units, sink and space for both a washing machine and tumble drier as well as a door opening on to the garden. A steel and oak staircase ascends from the sitting room to the principal bedroom suite.

Cottage First Floor: Stairs from the hallway ascend to the first floor landing off which there are two double bedrooms and the family bathroom. The bedroom on the right has two sash windows with shutters, part vaulted ceiling and two recessed wardrobes. The central bedroom has a single sash window with shutter, part vaulted ceiling and a built in wardrobe. The large family bathroom is dual aspect with both windows having shutters, there are dual sinks with Chinese dragon taps and a large walk in shower with two rainfall shower heads, one being over a built in tiled seat.

Principal Suite: This is accessed from the “Summer” sitting room and the staircase rises to small landing with the bathroom to the right and the bedroom and dressing room to the left both through sliding pocket doors. Flooring throughout is herringbone bamboo tiles. The dual aspect bedroom has a vaulted ceiling and amazing views out over the treetops to open countryside and the sea. The walk in dressing room has an electric skylight and built in wardrobes. The bathroom has a large walk in shower with electric skylight above, side by side rainfall showers and the vanity unit has an elliptical sink with a marble top and a quite stunning antique French “Swan” tap.

Gardens and exteriors - Byrony Cottage sits on a plot of just under an acre on the hillside in the hamlet of Cocks. The current owners have beautifully landscaped and terraced the gardens creating a tropical paradise with multiple seating areas and pathways taking advantage of the differing levels and views over the open countryside towards the sea. There is also a lower lawned area along with an orchard area with a mix of fruit trees.

The Entrance: A driveway leads up from the road to a 5-Bar gate which in turn opens in to a wide open graveled area with ample parking. To the front, framing the house are three large planters containing mature Olive trees.

Workshop & Office: Opposite the house is a large workshop/storage shed with steps on the left leading up to a small purpose built and insulated office. The steps continue to a pathway which follows the upper boundary of the property and leads to both the Studio and Hamish’s Retreat allowing direct access to both.
Outdoor Kitchen & Entertaining Areas: Accessed from the Dining Room or via wrought iron gates from the front of the house the owners have created an amazing space which wraps round the house opening on to a multilevel decked area surrounded by tropical planting. The entertaining area by the house has sandstone paving, an outdoor WC and separate kitchen with water, power, white base units and sink and roof lights. There is also a two person Hot Tub almost hidden in the planting. A wooden deck then leads round to a large multilevel decked area with great views, this in turn leads on to an open graveled area with large fountain with surrounding tree ferns and a large Swim Spa..
Hamish’s Retreat: Is a large Log Cabin built at the far end of the garden. Sitting under mature trees and surrounded by tree ferns creating a very private and quite magical spot. There is a gated access to a garden and BBQ area to the front of the cabin and steps up to a decked seating area, viewpoint and firepit. From the cabin veranda French doors open in to a bright and airy open plan living area with vaulted ceilings with skylights, a corner log burner, a bespoke “Burr Oak” kitchen to include a sink, integrated under counter fridge, gas hob and oven. There is a en suite shower room off the bedroom but for the more adventurous French doors open out on to a secluded small decked area with an external bath. This is a free standing clawfoot bath, fully plumbed with both hot & cold water. The owners have not rented this out but have used it solely for friends and family, however, they have had it rated for possible Airbnb usage at £130 per night.

Surf Shack: accessed of the upper pathway the Studio has a graveled seating area to the side which leads round to a decked balcony with views out over the garden and the open countryside beyond. The front door opens centrally with a room to either side with a central shower. The room to the left has sliding doors out on to the balcony, a small kitchenette and a WC. The studio has great potential, perfect for a Potter, Artist or as a Craft room or perhaps as further separate accommodation. Behind the studio are steps from the pathway up to a raised decked platform offering great views.

Further Outbuildings: Include a Log Store & Surf board & storage shed

Location

Located on the rugged North Cornwall Coast the village of Cocks is just 1.5 miles from the bustling town of Perranporth, which itself, is only a short distance from many of Cornwall's superb attractions. Nestling beautifully amongst rolling hills and areas of outstanding natural beauty, Perranporth with its three miles of golden sands, clear waters, spectacular cliff walks and famous surf, attracts visitors from all over the world. Perranporth has evolved around the beach, and the golden sands just a few hundred metres from the shops and restaurants. The beach provides endless opportunities for surfing, relaxing, playing or simply taking a leisurely walk.
Perranporth has a very active local community providing a host of events and activities throughout the year from the famous annual triathlon to the annual music festival Tunes In the Dunes. The town also benefits from an excellent range of amenities to include many independent shops, a post office, 2 COOP’s, library, doctor's surgery, a dentist, veterinary practice, butchers, bakers, pubs/restaurants/cafes and a primary school. Perranporth is also due to have its own brand new secondary school planned for 2025. For sports enthusiasts Perranporth boasts both a Football and Rugby club, a links Golf course with breath-taking views of the coast, the newly opened cycle/walking/riding Saints Trail section from Perranporth to Goonhavern, a riding stables at Reen and of course a Surf School. The nearest mainline train station is 9 miles away in Truro with regular trains to London Paddington and Newquay Airport is 13 miles away offering both domestic and international flights.

Distances - Perranporth 1.5 miles, St Agnes 5 miles, Truro City Centre 9 miles, Newquay 8 miles and Cornwall Airport (Newquay) 13 miles. (all distances are approximate)

Square Footage: 2,935 sq ft



Directions

The village of Cocks is located off the A3075 with the turning being by the church in the hamlet of Perranzabuloe. Continue down the lane for circa half a mile and Bryony Cottage is located on the right with the driveway rising above the level of the road.

Additional Info

Services - Mains Water, Private Drainage & Electricity, Oil fired central heating:
Underfloor heating in the kitchen, dining room and summer sitting room with the rest of the house being heated by radiators. Broadband: Fibre “to the door”

Tenure - Freehold

Viewings - Strictly by prior appointment with Savills.

Fixtures and Fittings - Only those mentioned in these sales particulars are included in the sale, however furniture, crockery and all others such as curtains, light fittings, pot plants, garden ornaments, etc. are specifically excluded but may be available by separate negotiation.

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