Whitlocks Estate Agents, Penzance

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Four bed period cottage

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A superb and versatile home in a sought after semi-rural location with large garden, generous parking and huge letting or annexe potential, having two of its four bedrooms on the ground floor, each with its own entrance and ensuite, making them perfect for Airbnb or for combining to create a self-contained granny annexe.  Full of character and charm and within easy reach of beaches and coastline and the main transport links.  It could be described as the best of all worlds.  A rare find and highly recommended.  EPC – D

 

LOCATION:

Tolgus Mount is a semi-rural area between the town of Redruth and the coastal village of Portreath on the north Cornish coast.  Well positioned for access to the beaches and Cornish coastal path, taking you along the beautiful North Cliffs, Tehidy Country Park and Golf Course and the main transport links via a mainline rail link to London Paddington and the A30 trunk road.  The neighbouring village of Illogan has a useful convenience store, doctors surgery, chemist and takeaway whilst the nearby town of Redruth offers a good range of national and independent shops, a multi-screen cinema, bars and restaurants and schools for all ages.  The city of Truro is approximately ten miles away with a more comprehensive range of shopping and commercial facilities, County Hall and Royal Cornwall Hospital Treliske.

 

 

T H E   A C C O M M O D A T I O N, with approximate dimensions is as follows:

 

G R O U N D   F L O O R:

Open entrance with fully glazed double glazed door to:

 

PORCH:

Ceramic tiled floor.  UPVC double glazed window to side.  Door to:

 

UTILITY/CLOAKROOM:

Low level WC.  Pedestal wash basin.  UPVC double glazed window to side.  Plumbing for washing machine with work surface over.  Space for American style fridge/freezer.  Ceramic tiled floor.  Central heating radiator/towel rail.

KITCHEN: 14’ x 12’

UPVC double glazed window to rear.  Pale blue electric Aga.  A well fitted kitchen with a comprehensive range of wood fronted units to floor and wall topped by an extensive run of work surfaces with tiled splashbacks.  Space for slot-in electric cooker with extractor over.  Inset one and a half bowl stainless steel sink unit.  Open beamed ceiling.  Ceramic tiled floor.  Doorways to:

 

 

SITTING ROOM: 12’1” (14’ into window) x 14’10”

UPVC double glazed window to front.  Feature granite fireplace housing cast iron woodburner stove, alcoves to either side.  Open beamed ceiling.  Stairs to first floor.  Door to:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

DINING ROOM: 19’3” x 12’

Returning doorway to kitchen.  UPVC double glazed doors to front.  Half-glazed UPVC double glazed door and window to rear.  Central heating radiator.  Ceramic tiled floor.  Open beamed ceiling.  Door to:

 

Inner hall

Doors off to:

 

 

 

 

SHOWER ROOM:

White three piece suite comprising: glazed shower cubicle, wash basin in vanity unit with cupboards, low level WC.  Fully tiled walls and ceramic tiled floor.  UPVC double glazed window to side.  Fitted downlighters and extractor fan.

 

 

 

BEDROOM 4:  12’5” x 11’2”

UPVC half-glazed double-glazed door and window to rear.  Double kitchen cupboard with work surface and inset sink.  Central heating radiator.

 

BEDROOM 3:  14’8” x 12’

UPVC double glazed windows to front and side.  UPVC half-glazed double glazed door to side.  Kitchen base unit with inset sink and worksurface.  Central heating radiator.

 

Inner hallway leading to:

 

 

 

SHOWER ROOM : 

Three piece white suite comprising: shower cubicle, wash basin in vanity unit with storage cupboards, low level WC.  Fully tiled walls.  Ceramic tiled floor.  UPVC double glazed window to side.  Fitted downlighters and extractor fan.

 

 

 

It should be noted that both these ground floor bedrooms have their own entrance doors to one side of the building easily accessed from the parking area giving them potential for letting on an Airbnb basis or to combine both rooms and shower rooms to create a one bedroomed bungalow annexe suitable for a dependent relative or letting purposes. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

FIRST FLOOR

LANDING

 

Doors off to:

 

WC:  

White low level suite and wall mounted basin.

 

BEDROOM 1:  14’ x 13’

UPVC double glazed windows to three sides.  Oak floor.  Feature ball and claw roll edge bath, perfect for relaxing in privacy.  Built-in double door airing cupboard  housing water tank and timber slatted shelves.

 

 

 

 

 

BEDROOM 2: 12’3” x 9’5”

UPVC double glazed window to front.  Access hatch to loft.  Built-in double door wardrobe.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 O U T S I D E:

Surrounding the property is a large area of garden, laid to lawn with beds and specimen trees and timber fenced all round and to the front of the property is a tarmac parking area providing parking for six plus vehicles.

 

 

 

 

 GENERAL INFORMATION:

SERVICES:

Mains water and electricity.  Private drainage.  Oil-fired central heating backed up by electric powered aga and woodburner to sitting room.

 

It should be noted that the building comes with solar panels to the roof which help cover the cost of the electricity used in the house and provides the owners with a surplus of between £800-£900 per year.

 

OUTGOINGS:

Council Tax:  Band ‘C’

Local Authority: Cornwall Council Tel: 0300 1234 100

Water Authority:  South West Water Tel: 0344 346 2020

 

TENURE:       FREEHOLD

 

VIEWING:  Strictly by prior appointment with the agents, Whitlocks 01736 369296 

DIRECTIONS

From the centre of Illogan go down Bassett Road, beside the shop, and continue past Homecroft Surgery on your left into Voguebeloth passing Valley Gardens on your right hand side then Merritts Hill and as you rise up the hill on the other side of the valley turn right towards Tricky Dickies and the property will be found after a short distance on your left hand side with a Whitlocks board clearly displayed.

 

Alternatively, from the main A30, come off at Avers roundabout and take the first turning towards North Country and after passing the North Country Garage, at the crossroads, turn left down towards the Portreath Road.  When you reach the bottom of the hill go straight across the crossroads over Portreath Road and head towards Illogan over the brow of the hill and as you descend the other side turn left towards Tricky Dickies Pub and the property will be found on your left hand side.

Proof of Finance and I.D.

All purchasers.  Prior to agreeing a sale, we will require proof of financial ability to proceed by way of bank statements and/or mortgage agreement in principle.  We will also ask for two forms of identification, a passport or driving licence and a council tax or utility bill.

3 bed terraced house

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A charming mid-terrace cottage that is nestled to the seaward side of Long Rock. This character home has three bedrooms of which one has a lovely uninterrupted view over Mounts Bay to St Michaels Mount.  An early inspection is highly recommended to fully appreciate.

LOCATION:

The property is nestled to the seaward side of Long Rock village and is within walking distance of the local beaches, shop, children’s play park, public house and bus stops. The bustling market town of Penzance, approximately two miles distant offers a wider range of amenities together with primary and secondary schooling. Good commuter links are provided by the bus and main line railway station.

 

DESCRIPTION:

A charming mid-terrace cottage that is nestled to the seaward side of Long Rock. This character home has three bedrooms of which one has a lovely uninterrupted view over Mounts Bay to St Michaels Mount. Furthermore, planning permission has been granted to transform this room (along with other renovation and extension works throughout the property) completely to offer glazed doors fronting a roof terrace whereby one can sit out and enjoy the aforementioned views. The property further benefits from front and rear gardens, off road parking, garage/workshop and majority uPVC double glazing.

 

The home is primarily warmed via an oil fired central heating system with accommodation in brief comprising kitchen, dining room, lounge and sunroom to the ground floor with the three bedrooms, of which two are doubles, and bathroom to the first floor.

 

 

T H E   A C C O M M O D A T I O N, with approximate dimensions is as follows:

 

G R O U N D   F L O O R:

 

uPVC obscure double glazed door to:

 

KITCHEN/DINING ROOM:   15’ x 6’

Two uPVC double glazed windows to rear.  Work surface area with inset stainless steel sink and drainer with cupboards and drawers below.  Integral electric hob with electric oven beneath and extractor over.  Space for washing machine.  Integral fridge and freezer.  Internal window to dining room.  Radiator.  Door to:

 

 

 

DINING ROOM: 13’7” x 8’1” 

Solid fuel fire with slate hearth (not used) with recessed cupboards to sides.  Beamed ceiling.  Radiator.  Steps rise with glazed door to:

 

 

 

 

 

LOUNGE: 13’10” x 12’4”  including stairwell

Internal glazed window to sunroom.  Wooden stable door to sunroom.  Fireplace with slate surround and hearth.  Storage cupboard.  Radiator.  Stairs rise to first floor.

 

 

 

 

 

SUNROOM: 14’4” x 7’ 

uPVC double glazed windows to front.  Half-glazed uPVC door to the front courtyard garden.  Two roof lights.  Tiled floor.  Radiator.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

FIRST FLOOR:

 

SPLIT LANDING:

Loft access.  Radiator.  Doors to:

 

BEDROOM 1: 12’6” (to wardrobe)  x 7’8”

uPVC double glazed window to front with a lovely view over Mounts Bay to St Michael Mount.  Built-in wardrobe.  Radiator.

 

BEDROOM 2: 10’ x 6’10”

Skylight roof window.  Radiator.

 

BEDROOM 3: 11’10” x 8’1”

Double glazed window to rear.  Built-in storage cupboard.  Radiator.

 

 

 

 

 

BATHROOM 8’4” x 7’6”

Obscured double glazed window to rear.  Panelled bath with shower over.  Vanity mounted wash hand basin.  Low level WC.  Part-mirrored wall with cupboards to side.  Radiator.

 

 

 

 

 

O U T S I D E:

To the rear the property is approached by a shared driveway in turn leading to a gravel parking area for one car.  Here, one will find a timber summer house measuring 6’10” x 6’7” along with a garage/workshop measuring 16’3” x 7’10”.  Extending away from here is an attractive cottage style garden which is mainly laid to lawn with greenhouse and raised planted borders.  To the front a pleasant patio paved seating area, perfect for al fresco dining and listening to the waves lapping onto the beech.  There is gated access to a pathway along with raised planted borders.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

GENERAL INFORMATION:

SERVICES:

Mains electric, drainage, water and oil fired central heating.

 

LOCAL AUTHORITY:   Cornwall Council Tel: 0300 1234 100

 

OUTGOINGS:   Council Tax:  Band ‘B’

TENURE:       FREEHOLD

 

VIEWING:  Strictly by prior appointment with Whitlocks on 01736 369296

 

Proof of Finance and I.D.

All purchasers.  Prior to agreeing a sale, we will require proof of financial ability to proceed by way of bank statements and/or mortgage agreement in principle.  We will also ask for two forms of identification, a passport or driving licence and a council tax or utility bill.

 

 

DIRECTIONS (SEE ATTACHED MAP):  

From Penzance proceed to the village of Long Rock. On passing the Mexico Inn take the 2nd exit at the roundabout as signed for Marazion. After approximately 30 yards there is a lane to the right which in turn leads to the property which is identified by a Whitlocks for sale board.

 

Two bed townhouse

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A well presented modern town house situated in an exclusive secure “Mews” development, between the town centre and harbour. An ideal main or investment property with light and spacious 2-bedroomed accommodation, paved terrace and use of a private “piazza” area.

SITUATION:
14 Wharfside Village is situated within an exclusive complex of imaginatively designed town houses located above the Wharfside Shopping Complex near the town centre. Penzance has a wide range of shops and all the amenities one would expect of the largest town in west Cornwall. It is an active port and has a bus terminal and mainline railway station, which has a direct line to Paddington (approx. 5.5 hours).

DESCRIPTION:
The Wharfside complex was built from 1999 and is accessed via a lift or through secure gates. The concept was to provide quiet, safe and easily maintained accommodation in a convenient central location yet away from road traffic. No. 14 is one of a “mews” terrace with particularly light and spacious accommodation, including two bedrooms and a bathroom and a large living area, kitchen and cloakroom. From the upper floor there is a walkway to a private outside terrace. Allocated parking is sometimes available for rental which can be applied for following purchase.

T H E A C C O M M O D A T I O N, with approximate dimensions is as follows:

The house is approached through a security gate and there is a wide paved walkway off which is the double glazed front door to No.14.

RECEPTION HALL:
Radiator with thermostat. Wall mounted thermostat. Wall mounted security access phone. Understairs storage cupboard. Vinyl floor.

BEDROOM 1: 14’ X 10’
Built in shelved wardrobe. Radiator with thermostat. Double glazed French doors opening to small balcony with wrought iron retaining balustrade.

BEDROOM 2: 13’9” X 8’10”
Built in shelved wardrobe. Radiator with thermostat. Double glazed French doors opening to the balcony.

Door from reception hall to:

BATHROOM/WC
White suite of enclosed bath, wash basin and low level WC. Mixer tap and shower attachment to bath. Shower curtain. Frosted glass double glazed window. Radiator with thermostat. Vinyl floor. Mirror fronted medicine cupboard. Air extractor.

Turning stairs from Reception Hall to:

FIRST FLOOR:

SMALL LANDING:

Door to:

UTILITY ROOM/CLOAKROOM:
White suite of low level WC and wash basin with shaver light above. Roof access to extensive insulated roof space. Door to airing cupboard housing high pressure insulated cylinder with shelving above. Space for washing machine/freezer etc… Shelving above. Vinyl floor. Radiator with thermostat.

KITCHEN: 11’ X 9’6”
Fitted with a range of light wood affect units with laminated work surface. A range of cupboards, drawers, and wall mounted cupboards. Twin bowl stainless stell sink unit with mixer tap. Space beneath the work surfaces for refrigerator/freezer etc… Gas hob with electric oven beneath and extractor hood above. Wall mounted Potterton Envoy gas fired boiler for central heating and hot water. Double glazed window. Vinyl floor. Radiator with thermostat. Archway to:

SITTING/DINING ROOM: 18’8” x 9’8” (widening to 13’)
There are both sitting and dining areas within the room and at present there is an electric fire as a feature. Double glazed windows to each side. 2 Radiators with thermostats. Vinyl floor.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

O U T S I D E:

From the kitchen a stable door opens to a walkway with six steps rising to a private roof terrace (approx. 19’ x 16’9”). The area is for the exclusive use for No.14, is paved and there is a retaining wall. There is outside lighting and outside meter cupboards.

 

 

 

 

GENERAL INFORMATION:

 

SERVICES:

All mains services are connected. Gas-fired central heating.

 

LOCAL AUTHORITY:   Cornwall Council Tel: 0300 134 100

 

OUTGOINGS:

Council Tax:  Band ‘?’.

Water Rates:  South West Water Authority Tel: 08443461010

Car parking rental:  The Management Company retain the use of some allocated parking on site and owners of the properties can apply after purchase.

 

TENURE:       LEASEHOLD.  Balance of 75 years remaining.  The service charge is currently

                         £366.00 per quarter which includes maintenance of the exterior and common areas, lift, lighting, security and rubbish collection.  Ground rent: £50 per annum.  Buildings insurance approx. £TBA per annum.  NOTE:  There is a restriction under the terms of the Lease that no pets are allowed.

 

VIEWING: Strictly by prior appointment with Whitlocks on: 01736 369296

DIRECTIONS: From the public car park by the harbour, cross the road to The Wharfside Centre and inside the entrance area take the lift to the second floor and turn left. On the right there is a security gate which provides access to the property. Escalator and stairs are also available. The agents will meet viewers by the security gate.

2 bed terraced cottage

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LOCATION

St Just is the county’s most westerly town and is surrounded by beautiful coastline.  St Just has a wide range of facilities including public houses, bakers, butchers, pharmacy and convenience stores.  There is also a primary and secondary school.  The nearby town of Penzance also offers a more comprehensive range of commercial, educational and leisure facilities as well as transport links.

The Accommodation with Approximate Dimensions Comprises:

 

LIVING ROOM: 13’4” (increasing to 14’1” into fireplace) X 9’11” (not including limited head height area under stairs)

Wooden double glazed window to front. Wall mounted Dimplex Electric heater. Wall mounted electric heater.  Inglenook fireplace (not in use).  Carpeted floor. Door to:

KITCHEN: 10’5” X 5’5”

Range of fitted wall and base units.  Laminated roll edged worktop.  Inset stainless steel single drainer sink unit.  Tiled splashback.  Inset electric oven and hob.  Laminate flooring. Wooden double glazed window to rear.  Electric consumer unit. Wall mounted heater.  Door to:

REAR HALL:

Space for hanging coats. Stairs to first floor.  Door to shared courtyard.  Door to:

BATHROOM: (of irregular shape)

White suite comprising panelled bath with shower over, wash basin and WC.  Part-tiled walls.  Laminate flooring.  Frosted double glazed window to side.  Wall heater.

FIRST FLOOR

 

LANDING

Doors off to:

 

BEDROOM 1: L shaped  8’9” (max) x 7’6” (widening to 13’5”)

Wooden double glazed window to front.  Wall mounted heater.  Loft access hatch.

BEDROOM 2: 10’ 5” x 6’6”

Wooden double glazed window to rear. Wall mounted heater.  Over stairs shelved storage/airing cupboard housing cylinder with immersion heater.

OUTSIDE:

Courtyard shared with other neighbouring properties. Storage at the bottom of courtyard, (used to be outside WC).

GENERAL INFORMATION:

TENURE: Freehold

SERVICES: Mains electricity, water and drainage.

COUNCIL TAX BAND: A

LOCAL AUTHORITY: Cornwall Council

VIEWING: Strictly by prior appointment with the Owners Agent, Whitlocks.

DIRECTIONS: On entering St Just from Penzance, go through the Square and turn left into Cape Cornwall Street.  Just before the school turn left into West Place, follow Bosorne Road, take the 2nd turning left into Queen Street and the property will be found on the right with a Whitlocks board clearly displayed.