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Trescowe, Germoe, Penzance

PROPERTY TYPE

Detached

BEDROOMS

4

BATHROOMS

2

SIZE

1,291 sq ft

120 sq m

TENURE
Describes how you own a property. There are different types of tenure - freehold, leasehold, and commonhold.Read more about tenure in our glossary page.

Freehold

Key features

  • STUNNING RURAL COTTAGE
  • BEAUTIFUL LANDSCAPED GARDENS
  • DETACHED GARAGE WITH STUDY OVER
  • FOUR BEDROOMS
  • MAIN BEDROOM WITH BALCONY
  • MODERN KITCHEN
  • UTILITY ROOOM
  • SET IN TRANQUIL VILLAGE
  • CONVENIENT FOR SOUTH COAST
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Description

Nestled in the charming village of Trescowe, Germoe, near Penzance, this idyllic detached cottage offers a perfect blend of rural tranquillity and modern living. Presented in superb order, the property boasts four spacious bedrooms, making it an ideal family home or a serene retreat for those seeking a peaceful lifestyle.
Upon entering, you are welcomed by two inviting reception rooms that provide ample space for relaxation and entertaining. The well-appointed layout ensures that each room flows seamlessly into the next, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere.

One of the standout features of this property is its stunning garden, which offers a picturesque setting for outdoor enjoyment the large garage provides convenient storage solutions, while the study over offers a quiet space for work or study, making it perfect for those who work from home.
This delightful home is not just a property; it is a lifestyle choice, offering the best of rural living while remaining close to the amenities of Penzance. With its charming features and beautiful surroundings, this cottage is a must-see for anyone looking to embrace the beauty of Cornwall.

Property - A stunning four-bedroom, detached, character cottage with its origins dating back to 1870 and was the former village diary set in an idyllic rural location on the fringes of this highly desirable village, just a few miles from the popular sandy beach of Praa Sands,. The property boasts a beautiful, landscaped and well-stocked, cottage-style garden and has been subject to extensive renovations by the present owners who have enjoyed living here for 30 years.
The cottage benefits from replaced slated roof, new radiators, replacement double-glazed windows, bathrooms, kitchen and so much more beside. The accommodation comprises: entrance porch, sitting room, dining room, modern kitchen, utility room, separate WC,/Cloakroom, and on the first floor is a main bedroom with balcony, guest bedroom with ensuite shower room, and two further double bedrooms and a family bathroom.
Outside, to the side, there is a detached garage with an attic room/study.
The gardens are a true delight, with the front being well landscaped with natural granite stone beds, paths and stocked with wild roses and various shrubs. The rear garden is a pure gem, with a patio to the immediate rear of the property, level lawn area, summerhouse, block-built workshop, shed, pizza oven, timber wood store. Further back, there is a beautiful wild area, vegetable garden with raised beds, greenhouse, and another timber shed. There are various sitting out areas, ideal for enjoying the wildlife, and maybe a drink or two.

Location - Trescowes is a small rural hamlet located in West Cornwall, approximately 5 miles (8 km) northeast of Penzance. It lies within the civil parish of Germoe, close to the villages of Goldsithney and Rosudgeon.
Surroundings: Trescowes is nestled in gently undulating countryside, typical of West Cornwall, with open farmland, hedgerows, and scattered woodland. The area offers peaceful, pastoral scenery.
It is near the A394, a main road that connects Helston to Penzance, making it relatively accessible while still being secluded. The hamlet is only a few miles inland from the south Cornish coast, with popular beaches like Praa Sands and Mount's Bay within a 10–15 minute drive.
Landmarks: Close to local historical sites such as St Germoe’s Church and Tregonning Hill, which is a prominent granite hill offering expansive views and geological interest.
Overall, Trescowes offers a quiet, rural atmosphere within easy reach of both coastal attractions and the amenities of larger towns like Penzance and Hayle.

Accommodation Comprises - All dimensions are approximate.

Entrance Porch - 1.51m x 1.16m (4'11" x 3'9") - With composite front door, solid oak flooring, panelled radiator, double-glazed port hole window to front, double-glazed window to side aspect, part-glazed oak door to:

Sitting Room - 6.22m x 3.42m (20'4" x 11'2") - With an impressive Inglenook fireplace holding an inset Villager wood burning stove, solid oak flooring, two double-glazed windows with deep sills to front aspect overlooking the garden and open fields, two four-column radiators, beamed ceilings, stairs to first floor with exposed stone walls, TV point, wall light points, broadband point, stable door leading into:

Dining Room - 5.91m x 2.73m (19'4" x 8'11") - With solid oak flooring, large double-glazed picture window to rear aspect with views out over the delightful garden, double-glazed patio doors to rear patio and garden, four-column radiator, beamed ceilings, door leading into rear hall.

Rear Hall - 2.11m x 0.90m (6'11" x 2'11") - With tiled floor, smoke alarm, door leading to rear garden, door to utility, WC/Cloakroom and:

Kitchen/Breakfast Room - 5.70m x 2.78m (18'8" x 9'1") - An extensive modern kitchen with range of dark grey base and wall units containing various cupboards and drawers, built in 'Bosch' dishwasher, solid wood work surfaces, breakfast bar, tiled floor, space for fridge/freezer, built-in 'Range' cooker, six ring hob, part-tiled walls, stainless steel extractor fan, wall light points, double-glazed window to front aspect overlooking garden and open countryside, various shelving, inset sink unit with drainer and mixer taps, four-column radiator, cupboard housing 'Tryanco' oil fired boiler.

Utility Room - 2.12m x 1.98m (6'11" x 6'5") - Tiled floor, range of base units with solid wood work tops and inset round, stainless steel wash basin with mixer taps, various wall units, two-column radiator, double-glazed window to rear aspect, built-in freezer, space and plumbing for washing machine and tumble dryer, spotlights.

Wc/Cloakroom - 1.74m x 0.87m (5'8" x 2'10") - With tiled floor, close-coupled WC, ladder-style heated towel rail, wash basin with tiled splash back, cupboard below, obscure double-glazed window to rear aspect.

Landing - 4.45m x 0.81m (14'7" x 2'7") - Ceiling lights, smoke alarm, panelled radiator, door to:

Main Bedroom - 5.93m x 2.69m (19'5" x 8'9") - A lovely double bedroom with built-in wardrobe with mirror doors, double-glazed window to rear aspect, double panelled radiator, two skylights with electronically operated blackout blinds, double-glazed sliding patio doors leading onto:

Balcony - 3.39m x 1.42m (11'1" x 4'7") - A lovely place to enjoy a morning coffee while overlooking the lovely rear garden.

Guest Bedroom - 2.91m x 2.91m (9'6" x 9'6") - With double-glazed window to front aspect and lovely rural views, panelled radiator, built-in wardrobe with mirror door and door leading into:

Ensuite - 1.99m x 1.29m (6'6" x 4'2") - Tiled walls, corner shower cubicle, close-coupled WC, corner wash basin, spotlight.

Bedroom Three - 3.17m x 2.55m (10'4" x 8'4") - Double-glazed window to front aspect, panelled radiator, built-in wardrobe with sliding mirrored door.

Bedroom Four - 2.76m x 2.67m (9'0" x 8'9") - Double-glazed window to front aspect, panelled radiator, buildt-in wardrobe with mirrored door.

Bathroom - 3.05m x 2.12m (10'0" x 6'11") - A bright and spacious bathroom with part-tiled walls, panelled bath with mixer taps and shower attachment, obscure double-glazed window to rear aspect, close-coupled WC, two ladder-style heated towel rails, fully tiled corner shower cubicle with rain shower head unit and mixer taps, wall mounted wash basin with mixer taps, mirrored medicine cabinet, deep built-in cupboard, skylight,

Garage - 6.32m x 4.27m (20'8" x 14'0") - With roller door, pedestrian door to side, power, light, work bench.

Attic Room/Study - 6.30m x 4.27m (20'8" x 14'0") - With separate staircase leading to this room with double-glazed door, skylights, double-glazed porthole window to front aspect, power and light.

Outside - The gardens are a real feature of this property and have been joy to the present owners who have landscaped and tended them to create a lovely tranquil oasis of wild flowers, trees, lawn areas and with a number of useful outbuildings that comprise: sun room, former piggery now a useful block workshop, block shed, timber wood store, greenhouse and further timber tool shed.
To the rear is a wild area with vegetable plots. Immediately to the rear of the house is a patio area.

Material Information - Verified Material Information
Council Tax band: E
Tenure: Freehold
Property type: House
Property construction: Standard undefined construction
Energy Performance rating: 44/E
Electricity supply: Mains electricity
Solar Panels: No
Other electricity sources: No
Water supply: Mains water supply
Sewerage: Septic tank
Heating: Oil-powered central heating is installed.
Heating features: None
Broadband: FTTP (Fibre to the Premises)
Mobile coverage: O2 - OK, Vodafone - OK, Three - Good, EE - OK
Parking: Garage, Driveway, Off Street, and Private
Building safety issues: No
Restrictions - Listed Building: No
Restrictions - Conservation Area: No
Restrictions - Tree Preservation Orders: None
Public right of way: No
Long-term area flood risk: No
Historical flooding: No
Flood defences: No
Coastal erosion risk: No
Planning permission issues: No
Accessibility and adaptations: None
Coal mining area: No
Non-coal mining area: Yes
All information is provided without warranty. Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2021. This data is licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

The information contained is intended to help you decide whether the property is suitable for you. You should verify any answers which are important to you with your property lawyer or surveyor or ask for quotes from the appropriate trade experts: builder, plumber, electrician, damp, and timber expert.

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COUNCIL TAXA payment made to your local authority in order to pay for local services like schools, libraries, and refuse collection. The amount you pay depends on the value of the property.Read more about council Tax in our glossary page.
Band: E
PARKINGDetails of how and where vehicles can be parked, and any associated costs.Read more about parking in our glossary page.
Garage,Driveway,Off street,No disabled parking,EV charging
GARDENA property has access to an outdoor space, which could be private or shared.
Yes
ACCESSIBILITYHow a property has been adapted to meet the needs of vulnerable or disabled individuals.Read more about accessibility in our glossary page.
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Located on Fore Street in the heart of Hayle, Millerson is a long-established, family-run estate agency with deep roots in Cornwall. Since 1936, their Hayle branch has built a strong reputation for delivering five-star service, guided by a friendly team of local agents with genuine Cornish knowledge. Specialising in residential property sales across Hayle, St Ives, Lelant, Penzance, and surrounding areas, the branch offers honest advice, local insight, and professional support from start to finish. Whether you're buying or selling, Millerson Hayle provides trusted expertise shaped by generations in the Cornish property market and is the go-to choice for all your property needs.

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