3 bedroom houseboat for sale

An exceptional 'lifestyle' opportunity: a houseboat on the banks of the beautiful Helford River, in the sought-after village of Gweek, completely and most thoroughly converted from, we understand, a 'Thames Lighter' barge, approximately 15 years ago, to provide superbly appointed and faultlessly presented 3 bedroom accommodation which puts many houses to shame.

For sale with immediate possession, ready to move straight into, and the potential for a future owner to secure a 12 year lease from the owners of Gweek Quay Boatyard, subject to separate negotiation.

'Park your car, cross the gangway, enter into double glazed, highly insulated and centrally heated accommodation, have a glass of wine on the foredeck facing the setting sun, and wake up to the sound of local birdlife'.

The Location - 'Freedom' is currently situated on the southern edge of Gweek Boatyard with all main rooms and outside decking overlooking the upper reaches of the Helford River to surrounding wooded countryside. On-site parking for one vehicle is, we understand, providing, with the centre of the village just a few moments walk away where there is a convenience store, public house and bus service. The town of Helston is approximately three miles away, the village of Constantine two miles, and the port of Falmouth approximately ten miles. The boatyard location provides direct access onto the beautiful, tree-lined, day-sailing waters of the Helford River, with beautiful walks and drives in the area leading to The Lizard's many beauty spots, including Porthleven, Gunwalloe, Cadgwith, Coverack, Kennack Sands and Helford Village etc.

The Houseboat - We understand 'Freedom' originates from the interwar period, having been towed down from Portsmouth for our clients in 2005, who subsequently moved in in 2008. Our clients pay an annual mooring fee of £5,670 (paid monthly), a 'live aboard' fee for two people of £1,039 per annum, and a water supply charge of £120 per annum. Electricity is paid by card meter, parking for one vehicle is permitted we understand by the freeholder for one vehicle, and a waste water 'pump out charge' is payable on each occasion (normally fortnightly) of £10. Our clients have occupied this mooring for over fifteen years, but should a future owner prefer, the boatyard have offered the houseboat owners on site, a twelve year lease for an ingoing 'premium' of £25,000.

The Accommodation Comprises - (All dimensions being approximate)

Gangway Entrance - Adjacent gravelled parking area, cupboards housing bottled gas, oil storage tank, further store, walkways with courtesy lighting to either side of the living accommodation. uPVC double glazed stable-type entrance door opening into the:-

Kitchen Area - 4.57m x 4.67m (15' x 15'4") - Oak flooring, double aspect with windows to both elevations, one to the south enjoying a lovely outlook over the river to woodland. Most attractively appointed with a full range of cream-painted Shaker-style units with oak worksurfaces between and complementary Travertine marble tiled splashbacks. Tall cloaks cupboard, Bosch four-ring gas hob with Belling double oven/grill below and illuminated extractor canopy over. Butler-style ceramic Villeroy & Boch sink with mixer tap. Integrated Bosch dishwasher, glass-fronted display cabinet, concealed pelmet lighting, central island unit with further cupboards under. Broad archway opening into the:-

Dining Area - 2.84m x 4.67m (9'4" x 15'4") - Further broad window to the south elevation, again overlooking the river and to woodland beyond. Radiator, oak flooring, further broad opening into the:-

Lounge Area - 4.27m x 4.67m (14' x 15'4") - A lovely, light, double aspect living area with two windows to the south elevation and double casement double glazed doors with matching side screens opening onto the deep, south and west-facing, split level sun deck - ideal for outside dining and entertaining etc. Oak flooring, tall radiator, TV aerial sockets.

From the kitchen area, a timber staircase with cupboards under, leads to the lower flower, sleeping and bathroom accommodation which is well lit and enjoys full head height.

Hallway - Radiator, two windows to the shore side, recess with plumbing for automatic washing machine and tumble dryer, full height fitted storage cupboard. Hatch to the aft area of the boat, ideal for storage and continued use as a workshop with light and power connected.

Shower Room/Wc - Most attractively appointed with a contemporary white suite comprising a low flush WC, broad wash hand basin with mixer tap and storage cupboard under, shower cubicle with Triton instant shower and sliding glazed screen. Obscure glazed window, part timber panelled walls, towel rail/radiator.

Bedroom Three - 2.69m x 3.91m (8'10" x 12'10") - Window to the south side, fitted full height cupboards, radiator.

Bedroom Two - 2.77m x 3.91m (9'1" x 12'10") - Window to the southern side, again with water and woodland views. Radiator, broad fitted full height wardrobe with hanging rail, shelving and part glazed doors.

Bedroom One - The Principal Suite - 4.85m x 3.84m (15'11" x 12'7") - A superbly proportioned principal bedroom with lobby with numerous full height fitted wardrobes. Broad window, again to the south elevation, again with water and woodland views. Radiator, double walk-in wardrobe with hanging rails, shelving, lighting and part glazed casement doors.

En-Suite Shower Room - Again, most attractively appointed with a contemporary white suite comprising a broad walk-in shower cubicle with instant shower, low flush WC and broad wash hand basin with mixer tap and further cupboards below. Fitted shelving, obscure glazed window to the shore side, towel rail/radiator.

General Information -

Services - Services are provided by the boatyard by way of an annual water supply, metered electricity and 'pump out' charge for fresh water.

Mooring Fee - £5,670 per annum, in addition to which there is a 'live aboard' fee of £1,039.

Tenure - A new twelve year lease is, we understand, available through the boatyard at a premium of £25,000, subject to separate negotiation.

Viewing - By telephone appointment with the vendors' Sole Agent - Laskowski & Company, 28 High Street, Falmouth, TR11 2AD. Telephone:[use Contact Agent Button].

Directional Note - Upon entering the village of Gweek from Constantine and the Falmouth direction, go past the public house on the left-hand side, over the head of the creek and turn left into Gweek Boatyard. 'Freedom' is then situated at the southern end of the quay, adjacent to which parking is provided.