3 bedroom detached house for sale

PRELIMINARY DETAILS - A detached cottage in established gardens with totally captivating views over Polperro harbour and out to sea. Hall, sitting room, outstanding fitted kitchen/dining room, utility, 3 bedrooms, 2 bath/shower rooms, extensive sea and harbour facing terrace, lawned front garden, shrubberies and many specimen plants, large lawned rear garden, woodland, parking available* in all about 0.3 acre.

Location

Set high above the intriguing and active harbour and harbour mouth the property is in one of the very best locations within Polperro and has possibly one of the most captivating views enjoyed in any part of the Westcountry coastline. The working harbour supports a small fishing fleet, while the sheltered waters beyond the harbour provide a temporary haven for visiting yachts. The coastal scenery in this part of Cornwall is unspoilt and quite exceptional.

Its position above the harbour, set back into the hillside, provides an unusual degree of privacy while also being within only about 150 yards of the centre of the village.
 

Polperro is one of the most picturesque coastal villages in Cornwall with a myriad of colour washed cottages with slate roofs intertwined around narrow streets and the harbour. The River Pol runs centrally down through the village, straddled by a variety of bridges and cottages. There are numerous small shops, pubs, restaurants and art galleries, providing all year round interest, while there are also many seasonal businesses. The nearby twin towns of East and West Looe, about four miles away, provide a further range of facilities, including a branch line railway station off the Penzance to Paddington line. The A38 provides a link to Exeter and the M5 of about 60 miles. The centre of the well equipped City of Plymouth lies about 40 minutes drive away with modern shopping facilities, vibrant waterfront, historic Barbican, The Theatre Royal and a large university. From here there is also a cross channel ferry link to Roscoff in France, and Santander in Spain.

Description

The detached cottage dates from the 1920s-1930s and has more recently been carefully extended and updated. Many improvements have been carefully executed over the years and most recently have included the installation of a superb fitted kitchen. Solid wood latch doors, double glazed timber windows, slate roof with open soffits all complete this delightful and characterful property. Presentation is to a high standard. All principal rooms enjoy the distracting outlook over the village, the harbour, and out to sea.

Ground Floor

Entrance Lobby

Glazed entrance door. Stone seats either side. Slate tiled floor. Stained glass side window.

Hall

Solid front door. Exposed beams. Staircase off. Bookcase. Wall lights.

Cloakroom/Shower Room/Wc

Wet room style shower area. Coloured tiles. Electric shower unit. Stained/leaded porthole window. Low level WC. Wash hand basin and vanity unit. Illuminated vanity fitting with mirror and lighting. Extractor. Stained glass window. Ceramic tiled floor.

Sitting Room

Open fire. Bay with views over the harbour to the sea. Exposed beams. Wall lights.

Kitchen/Dining Room

This excellent room includes a patio door from the dining area taking full advantage of the views over the garden and to the harbour village and sea. Wood floor to dining area. Fitted kitchen area with Minerelle composit working surface. Peninsula unit as room divider. Stainless steel sink unit with mixer tap. Integrated dishwasher, and de Longhi hob. Matching oven and stainless steel/glazed extractor hood. LED ceiling lighting. Ceramic tiled floor to kitchen area. Numerous drawers. Wine racking and other features.

Rear Lobby Area

Understairs storage.

Utility Room

Ceramic tiled floor. Transluscent ceiling.

First Floor

Landing

Hatch to loft. Fitted cupboards.

Bedroom 1

Dual aspect and extraordinary views.

Bedroom 2

Extraordinary views. Vanity wash hand basin with cupboard below. Two fitted wardrobes. Wall lights.

Bedroom 3

Extraordinary views.

Bathroom

Panelled bath with mixer tap and hand shower. Wash hand basin. Electrically heated towel rail. Extensive tiling. Modern light/electric shaver point.

Separate Wc

Separate WC: Low level suite.

Outside

To the front the approach is by a small footpath which rises up between other cottages and then, via a traditional gateway beside a watercourse, the garden unfolds. A profusion of established shrubs provide interest and protection with the principal garden lying on this lower side of the house. The good size lawn is bordered by informal shrubberies including prolific hydrangea, ornamental grasses and a substantial pine tree. Timber storage shed.
 

At the ground floor accommodation level lies a large paved terrace, (see photographs) with balustrade and stone walling. Standard lights illuminate this area which extends to the side with a summerhouse, about 12' x 6' with French doors.
 

To the side of the house a deck and steps lead up to The Cabin which is a small lean-to workshop.
 

A path leads around to the rear of the house and then rises up to the rear garden which includes an expanse of well tended lawn, behind which is a portion of the woodland which forms the rear boundary and backcloth to this location.

*Note:

There is no vehicular access to the property. Access from the front of the property is via a pathway (which is believed to be largely owned by the Parish) leading down to The Warren. The owners currently rent a parking space in the village for £10.00 per week, and we understand that this may be transferred to the new owner. Please enquire for further details.

Services

Mains water, electricity and drainage. Heating by night storage heaters.

Tenure

Freehold.

Local Authority

Cornwall Council 0300 1234 100.

Viewing And Negotiations

Strictly through the vendors agents.

Directions

To reach Polperro, from the Plymouth direction take the A38 westwards across the Tamar Bridge to Trerulefoot and then turn left onto the A374 and in about one mile turn right onto the A387 to Looe. From Looe proceed to Polperro and it is suggested for this property, on the first visit, to park at Brentfields which is found as follows. When approaching Polperro on the A387 bear left about yards after the Seaview Holiday Park in the direction of Killigarth. Continue on this road bearing right when reaching Sand Hill and continue until reaching the school on the right. Park at this point (there is no restriction) and proceed on foot straight ahead down Talland Hill into the village. When reaching The Warren turn left and follow the road until reaching the Fishermen's Museum on the right and the footpath to the property is opposite the cottage named Pathways.

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