Old Carnon Hill, Carnon Downs, Truro, Cornwall, TR3

This detached four-bedroom home sits on a particularly large plot in the ever-popular village of Carnon Downs, just outside Truro. Rarely do properties with such generous gardens and outdoor space come to the market in this location, and this home offers an exciting opportunity for those looking for a property they can update and modernise to suit their own needs.

The accommodation is arranged with three bedrooms on the ground floor, making it highly versatile for families or those seeking single-level living. Also on this level is a separate kitchen, a spacious living room and a dedicated dining room, each offering good proportions and plenty of natural light. The layout provides scope to be reconfigured if desired, while remaining perfectly practical as it stands.

Upstairs, the first floor is home to a large master bedroom, creating a private retreat away from the main living spaces. With generous proportions and a pleasant outlook, this room highlights the potential of the house once refurbished.

The outside space is a key feature of this property. The gardens extend to the front, side and rear, offering extensive room for planting, play areas, entertaining or simply enjoying the sense of space. The plot is large enough to give a feeling of privacy, while still being manageable for day-to-day living. A garage and ample driveway parking provide further practicality, making it well suited to family life.

Carnon Downs itself is a highly desirable village with a welcoming community and excellent local amenities, including a convenience store, doctors’ surgery and regular bus services. The location offers easy access to both Truro and Falmouth, along with the nearby creekside walks and coastal scenery that make this part of Cornwall so sought after.

This is a rare chance to acquire a substantial property on a superb plot in one of the area’s most favoured villages, with huge potential to modernise and create a very special home.

This property is for sale by the Modern Method of Auction, meaning the buyer and seller are to Complete within 56 days (the "Reservation Period"). Interested parties personal data will be shared with the Auctioneer (iamsold).
If considering buying with a mortgage, inspect and consider the property carefully with your lender before bidding.
A Buyer Information Pack is provided. The winning bidder will pay £349.00 including VAT for this pack which you must view before bidding.
The buyer signs a Reservation Agreement and makes payment of a non-refundable Reservation Fee of 4.5% of the purchase price including VAT, subject to a minimum of £6,600.00 including VAT. This is paid to reserve the property to the buyer during the Reservation Period and is paid in addition to the purchase price. This is considered within calculations for Stamp Duty Land Tax.
Services may be recommended by the Agent or Auctioneer in which they will receive payment from the service provider if the service is taken. Payment varies but will be no more than £450.00. These services are optional.



Old Carnon Hill in Carnon Downs enjoys a highly desirable location on the outskirts of Truro, combining village charm with excellent accessibility. The setting is peaceful and residential, surrounded by rolling Cornish countryside, yet just a short drive from the cathedral city of Truro with its array of shops, restaurants, schools, and cultural attractions. Carnon Downs itself offers a strong sense of community, with local amenities including a convenience store, garden centre, doctor’s surgery, and a village hall, while nearby footpaths and bridleways provide opportunities for walking and exploring the natural beauty of the area. Excellent transport links make this location particularly appealing, with the A39 giving easy access to both Falmouth and Truro, and the nearby mainline rail services connecting Cornwall with London Paddington and beyond. Positioned between the north and south coasts, the village is also well placed for enjoying Cornwall’s beaches, sailing waters, and picturesque coastal scenery.