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3 bedroom cottage

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Cottage
3 bed
1 bath
EPC rating: D*
882 sq ft / 82 sq m

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Broadband: Super-fast 58Mbps *
Mobile signal: 
EE O2 Three Vodafone
Water: Ask agent
Heating: Ask agent
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Sewerage: Ask agent
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Property description & features

  • THREE BEDROOMS
  • CHARACTER COTTAGE
  • ENCLOSED SUN TERRACE
  • GAS FIRED CENTRAL HEATING
  • DOUBLE GLAZING
  • FREEHOLD
  • COUNCIL TAX BAND B
  • EPC - D63
An exceptionally well presented and stylish cottage that seamlessly blends timeless charm and character with the trends and requirements of modern living. Much improved and lovingly enhanced during the current owners tenure, the cottage must be viewed to fully appreciate its quality and seems certain to find favour with discerning purchasers.

Situated in a relatively tucked away location and yet just moments from Helston and the towns' amenities this handsome end of terrace cottage enjoys a nice outlook across the valley towards St Michaels Church as well as being a good vantage point for the Flora Day celebrations with the Early Morning Dance passing the residence.

Crisply decorated and presented to an exacting standard the cottage is light, airy and vibrant, no more so than in the striking, open plan, sitting room and dining area with fireplaces (one decorative) a window seat and a white beamed ceiling. A perfect place to entertain friends or relax in front of the wood burning stove on a winters evening.

A real feature running throughout much of the cottage are the simple but timeless stripped wooden floorboards, which, in many places are nicely complemented by stripped pine doors

Outside there is an enclosed rear Sun Terrace, which would seem an ideal place in which to sit out, relax and enjoy summer sunshine.

The cottage benefits from gas fired central heating and double glazing.

In brief the accommodation comprises an entrance hallway, an open plan lounge and dining room that leads to an open plan kitchen area. On the first floor there are three bedrooms, a family bathroom and a cloakroom.

Helston is regarded as the gateway to the Lizard Peninsula with its stunning feature coves, sandy beaches and rugged coastline. It is a bustling market town providIng facilities including national stores, health centre, cinema and a leisure centre with indoor pool. There are a number of well regarded primary schools, a secondary school with sixth form college and a university campus can be found in the nearby town of Penryn which is some twelve miles distant.

The Accommodation Comprises (Dimensions Approx) -

Canopy Porch - With a tiled step up to the front door.

Entrance Hallway - 4.60m in length (15'1" in length) - With attractive flagstone flooring, a cupboard housing the electric consumer unit an opening to the staircase and a door to.

Sitting/Dining Room - 6.71m x 3.66m maximum measurements (22' x 12' maxi - A light and welcoming living space with a striking white painted stone fireplace with a slate hearth playing host to a Jotul wood burning stove and providing a focal point for the room. There is an attractive window seat beneath the window to the front aspect which, in turn, enjoys a lovely outlook towards Helston Church and beyond.

The dining area has a decorative fireplace and a latched door to a handy under-stairs storage cupboard. Step and opening to

Open Plan Kitchen Area - 4.32m x 2.26m maximum measurements (14'2" x 7'5" m - With a contemporary fitted kitchen comprising working top surfaces, incorporating a one a half bowl sink with a drainer and mixer tap over and attractive tiled splash-backs. There are a pleasing range of cupboards, drawers and wall units providing ample storage, whilst spaces are provided for a washing machine and an electric cooker. Integrated appliances include a slimline dishwasher, a fridge and a freezer. The room is complimented by a beamed ceiling, tiling to the floor, a spotlighting arrangement, and a skylight which allows natural light to flood in. There are windows to the rear aspect and a part glazed door leading out to the rear.

A lovely wooden staircase ascends to the first floor.

Landing - 4.45m in length (14'7" in length) - Of generous proportions with fabulous stripped wood flooring, white painted banisters, a loft hatch to the roof space and an obscure glazed window to the side aspect. Doors lead off to all bedrooms, the family bathroom and cloakroom.

Bedroom One - 3.48m x 3.35m (11'5" x 11') - A light and airy double bedroom with wood flooring and a window with an outlook to the rear.

Bedroom Two - 3.71m x 2.51m (12'2" x 8'3") - A double bedroom with a built-in storage cupboard and a window to the front aspect.

Bedroom Three/Study - 2.59m x 2.29m (8'6" x 7'6") - With a window to front aspect

Bathroom - 2.26m x 1.91m (7'5" x 6'3") - Comprising a pedestal wash hand basin with a white 'Metro style' tiled splash-back, a panelled bath with a mixer tap over and a Mira electric shower with a folding shower screen and attractive grey contemporary tiling. There is recessed spotlighting, an obscure glazed window to the rear aspect and a latched door to the airing cupboard which houses a Worcester gas boiler with slatted shelving beneath

Cloak Room - With a white low level w.c, white tongue and groove paneling with a dado rail and an obscure glazed window to the rear aspect.

Outside - A step across the kennel, which is synonymous with Helston, leads into a delightful enclosed front garden with a splendid flagstone patio and raised border which looks across towards Helston Parish Church and countryside beyond. A door leads to the side passageway.

Steps meander up to a delightful enclosed rear Sun Terrace which enjoys a sunny outlook and reasonable degrees of privacy afforded in part by tasteful wooden slat fencing. The area is complemented by perennial shrubs and plants including Hebe. A door provides rear access to the side passageway which has power and light and an adjacent outdoor tap.

Services - Mains electricity, gas, water and drainage.

Agents Note - A right of way exists in favour of the neighbouring property and runs along the side passageway of the cottage and across the rear. We are advised that the right of way is boarded up and has not been exercised during our clients ownership or their two predecessors in title going back over a period of at least twenty five years.

Viewing - To view this property or any other property we are offering for sale, simply call the number on the reverse of these details.

Directions - From our Helston office proceed up Wendron Street past the Goldolphin Club, Cinema and car park. Continue along a short distance and take the next left hand turn into Penrose Road. Follow the road down and around the bend to the left where the cottage will be found on the left hand side and will be identifiable by our For Sale board.

Council Tax Band - Band B

Anti-Money Laundering - We are required by law to ask all purchasers for verified ID prior to instructing a sale

Proof Of Finance - Purchasers - Prior to agreeing a sale, we will require proof of financial ability to purchase which will include an agreement in principle for a mortgage and/or proof of cash funds.

Date Details Prepared - 16th January 2024

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