Polkirt Hill, Mevagissey, PL26

Merchants Retreat, a BEAUTIFULLY RESTORED GRADE II LISTED PROPERTY with SUPERB HARBOUR AND SEA VIEWS, steeped in history, NESTLED IN THE HEART OF THE CHARMING VILLAGE OF MEVAGISSEY, renowned for its vibrant harbour and as the second largest fishing port in Cornwall.

This traditional Cornish MERCHANT HOUSE, LOVINGLY RESTORED BY ITS DEVOTED OWNERS, the property now offers an INCREDIBLY STYLISH INTERIOR, whilst RETAINING AND EMPHASISING THE BEAUTIFUL CHARACTER FEATURES of this delightful period home.

The project has won a national award: the RIBA Journal and Velux Daylight from Above Award and has been shortlisted for the Cornish Building Group Awards.

The property offers 4 BEDS, 2 BATH/SHOWER ROOMS, 2 RECEPTION ROOMS, MODERN YET IN-KEEPING KITCHEN & BATHROOMS, set over three floors.

A magnificent house, the perfect residence or a luxurious second home.

PROPERTY:

GROUND FLOOR:

As you step inside the entrance hallway, you are immediately captivated by the timeless charm of this historic home. On the ground floor you have a cosy snug, with its inviting furnishings and exquisite period details, which beckons you to relax and unwind with original panelling, alcove cupboards and cast-iron fireplace. This could equally be a formal dining room if required given there is a first-floor lounge.

The other side of the superb kitchen/breakfast room, a room, with a beautiful feature window to the rear and window to the front elevation. The kitchen has quartz worktops, quality and classic shaker style units, an electric oven and hob, dishwasher, under counter fridge, Belfast sink, tap over, space for dining table with again the original fireplace.

The ground floor also offers a utility room with Belfast sink with tap over, plumbing for a washing machine, space for upright fridge/freezer.

FIRST FLOOR:

The first floor living room is sure to impress, a relaxing sanctuary, featuring a stunning portrait window that frames breathtaking views over the bustling harbour, where colourful fishing boats land their daily catch. Again, this room has an original fireplace.

On this floor you also have a double bedroom with again a feature fireplace and the fourth bedroom/study. To complete this floor the luxurious bathroom, the place to unwind after a busy day adventuring out, with roll top slipper bath with shower attachment, basin with vanity unit below, traditional yet modern subway tiling and WC.

The second floor is where you will find the master bedroom with the luxury of an en-suite shower room. This toom enjoys again elevated harbour and sea views, has the original fireplace and a door through to the en-suite. The en-suite has enclosed shower, beautiful tiling on the walls and floors, W.C and sink with vanity unit below.

EXTERNALLY:

The property has no outside space but has a right of way to the rear to maintain the property, Due to the location, there is no private parking. Village carparks are available as well on street parking on the road behind.

LOCATION:

Immediately opposite from the house is direct access to Cliff Park and the Southwest Coastal Path also passes outside of the house and just a relatively short walk is both Polstreath and Portmellon beaches.

Mevagissey is a quaint fishing village on the south Cornish coast and is one of Cornwall's few remaining working harbours and a popular tourist destination on the south Cornwall coast thanks to its picturesque harbour, quaint narrow streets, and fishermen’s cottages. Much of the nearby coastline is owned and protected by the National Trust and offers spectacular coastal walks Mevagissey itself has excellent amenities including an abundance of shops, restaurants and pubs, you can indulge in culinary delights at pop-up food huts and local restaurants offering a tantalising array of menus, many showcasing the finest locally caught fish. Two Churches, Village Hall, a Primary School, Doctors Surgery, Activity/Leisure Centre, and bus services all serving the thriving local community.

Nearby is the stunning Roseland peninsular, Caerhays Castle, the historic port of Charlestown and the sailing estuaries of the popular coastal town of Fowey. Nearby attractions for visitors include the Lost Gardens of Heligan and The Eden Project.

The market town of St Austell is approx. 5 miles distant and has a further range of shopping, schooling, and social facilities together with main line railway station, bus station, library, sports/leisure centre, choice of at least three golf courses and recently constructed cinema. The popular Cathedral City of Truro approx. 17 miles distant has fine shopping, theatre, cinema, and restaurants, whilst Newquay Airport provides flights to London Gatwick amongst other destinations.

HEATING & GLAZING: Electric heating & original wooden sash windows.

SERVICES: Mains electric, water and drainage.

TENURE: Freehold

COUNCIL TAX BAND: To be confirmed.