Porth, Newquay. Overlooking Porth Beach

AN INDIVIDUALLY DESIGNED DETACHED HOME OF EXCEPTIONAL CHARACTER, OCCUPYING A GENEROUS ELEVATED PLOT WITH SUPERB SOUTH FACING VIEWS DIRECTLY TOWARDS PORTH BEACH. DESIGNED BY RENOWNED LOCAL ARCHITECT CHARLES DART, ITS DRAMATIC SPLIT LEVEL LAYOUT, SOARING VAULTED CEILINGS, EXPANSIVE BALCONIES AND WONDERFUL 30FT OPEN PLAN LIVING SPACE CREATE A HOME QUITE UNLIKE ANYTHING ELSE ON THE LOCAL MARKET.

Built in the mid 1970s, Dracaena Palms is a striking example of individual architecture from the period, combining impressive proportions with a design deliberately orientated towards its elevated coastal setting. The result is a wonderfully distinctive family home with light, space and views in abundance.

The accommodation is principally arranged as three generous double bedrooms, including an impressive master suite, with plentiful bathroom facilities, extensive living space, an integral tandem double garage and excellent outside areas.

There is also an interesting element of further potential. Planning permission was previously sought under application PA18/04951 for a substantial extension and remodelling of the property. This permission has since expired and buyers should make their own enquiries regarding any future proposals, but the plans remain available through Cornwall Council's online planning portal and provide an interesting illustration of what could potentially be achieved, subject of course to obtaining all necessary consents.

The house is approached across a substantial private driveway providing comfortable parking for several vehicles. An open front storm porch leads into the reception hall, where the character of the original design is immediately apparent. A beautiful hardwood and wrought iron staircase rises through the centre of the house to the galleried landing above, complemented by an original feature pendant light.

From the entrance level there is internal access to the integral tandem double garage and workshop. Extending to just over 30ft, this is an exceptionally useful space with room for two vehicles together with considerable additional storage and workshop potential.

The main living accommodation is undoubtedly the centrepiece of the home. From the galleried landing, an original frameless glazed door opens into a spectacular open plan kitchen, dining and living room extending to approximately 30ft.

Its proportions are impressive in their own right, but it is the extraordinary vaulted ceiling that really sets this room apart, rising to almost 18ft at its highest point. A dramatic full height side window follows the roofline while, across the front, approximately 18ft of glazed patio doors frame the coastal outlook and flood the room with natural light.

The space is naturally divided into defined kitchen, dining and lounge areas while retaining the openness of the original architectural design. To the rear, the kitchen has been updated with sleek white gloss cabinetry, integrated appliances and additional appliance space.

The lounge and dining areas occupy the front of the room, making the most of the southerly aspect and wonderful outlook. A recently installed log burner provides an attractive focal point and brings additional warmth and character to this spectacular space. The extensive glazing opens directly onto a magnificent two tier balcony extending to approximately 36ft, finished with glass and polished steel balustrading. Facing due south towards Porth Beach, this creates a fantastic extension of the living space and a superb place to sit, entertain and enjoy the coastal setting.

An inner hallway leads from the living space to a beautifully refitted WC, with a short staircase rising to the bedroom level.

There are three double bedrooms, two positioned to the front to take advantage of the views. The family bathroom and en suite have both been stylishly refitted in a consistent contemporary finish, with the family bathroom offering both a bath and generous separate shower.

The master bedroom is particularly impressive and occupies one of the best positions within the house. An entrance dressing area leads into a spacious double bedroom with fitted furniture, en suite shower room and patio doors opening onto its own private balcony of approximately 19ft. From here, the elevated southerly outlook towards Porth and the coastline can be enjoyed once again.

Outside, Dracaena Palms occupies a particularly generous plot which adds enormously to the appeal of the property. The large driveway provides parking for approximately four to five vehicles, while the fully detached position allows access along both sides of the house.

Immediately behind the property is a sheltered patio, with steps rising through the garden to its larger upper levels. The elevated position here provides some of the best views from the entire property.

The gardens have been landscaped across a number of different levels, incorporating lawns, established beds and borders, patios and various seating areas. There are numerous places to sit and enjoy the sunshine throughout the day, with the upper sections providing a particularly impressive vantage point across the surrounding area and towards the coast.

Dracaena Palms is not a conventional home, and that is precisely its appeal. Its dramatic architecture, huge open plan living space, exceptional ceiling heights, extensive balconies, generous plot and south facing coastal views combine to create a genuinely individual property in one of Newquay's most desirable coastal locations.

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Sheltered Entrance Way

3.07m x 2.39m

Entrance Hallway

5.18m x 2.57m

Integral Tandem Garage

9.25m x 4.34m

Boiler Room

3.35m x 1.27m

First Floor Landing

3.38m x 3.23m

Open Plan Lounge/Kitchen/Diner

9.14m x 6.66m

Balcony One

11.13m x 1.88m

WC Suite

3.3m x 1.42m

Master Bedroom

4.19m x 4.12m

Ensuite

2.64m x 1.73m

Bedroom Two

4.72m x 3.81m

Bedroom Three

3.48m x 2.74m

Family Bathroom

4.29m x 2.34m

Parking - Double garage

Parking - Driveway

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