Garras, Converted Chapel House Providing Flexible Living

6 Bedroom Detached House for sale in Cornwall

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Set in the sought after village of Garras, Chapel House is a beautifully modernised and characterful home that perfectly blends period charm with contemporary living. The village benefits from a popular local school and enjoys convenient access to the nearby communities of Gweek, Mawgan and Helston, as well as RNAS Culdrose, making it ideally positioned for families and professionals alike.
Thoughtfully updated by the current owners, the property retains a wealth of original features while offering stylish and versatile accommodation arranged over two floors. The reverse level layout has been designed to maximise natural light and create a wonderful sense of space throughout, with the first floor living areas providing a bright and sociable environment ideal for modern family life and entertaining. On the ground floor, the welcoming entrance hall opens into a generous central hall with access to three bedrooms, a family bathroom, separate shower room and a spacious dining area with storage units and worktop space. The layout offers excellent flexibility for multigenerational living, growing families or those seeking dedicated work from home space. The first floor is particularly impressive, featuring a substantial open plan kitchen diner and living room, flooded with natural light and creating a superb social hub with ample room for relaxing and entertaining. A further bedroom with en suite facilities completes the upper floor accommodation.
In addition to the main house, the property also benefits from a detached studio, providing excellent ancillary space with potential for a home office, creative studio, gym or hobby room. A real standout out feature is the converted Sunday school which has been wonderfully converted from a former Sunday school, this unique and characterful property has been thoughtfully transformed to an exceptionally high standard throughout, successfully blending original charm with stylish contemporary finishes. Step outside to the enclosed garden which enjoys an excellent level of privacy and features a generous lawned area ideal for families and outdoor entertaining. A raised decked terrace provides an attractive seating space, while a low maintenance Mediterranean inspired garden with mature shrubs adds colour and character.
Offering light and well proportioned accommodation, the property provides a versatile layout perfectly suited to a variety of uses. The spacious open plan living, dining and kitchen area creates a welcoming social hub, ideal for modern living and entertaining, while the additional reception space offers flexibility for a snug, study or occasional guest accommodation.
Location – Garras offers a well regarded Primary School as well as the 1000 acre Trelowarren Estate where one can enjoy wonderful walks taking in a Victorian folly as well as the highest point on The Lizard. Trelowarren also offers leisure facilities to include a spa, gym, outdoor swimming pool and fine dining. The nearby village of Mawgan has an excellent shop selling fruit, vegetables and locally sourced produce along with a super pub, The Ship Inn which serves delicious meals. The market town of Helston, regarded as the ‘gateway to the Lizard Peninsular’ lies approximately 5 miles distant and offers an array of day to day facilities including national supermarkets, as well as a range of independent shops and cafes in addition to primary and secondary schooling. The famed sailing waters of the Helford River are only a short drive away. There are sailing facilities including pontoons for smaller boats, deep water moorings for larger yachts and a sailing club at Helford Village. The rugged coastline of The Lizard Peninsular provides for spectacular coastal walks which is an area of outstanding natural beauty. For foodies, less than 7 miles from the property, is Porthleven, a charming traditional fishing village which boasts a choice of high class eateries.
Accommodation –
Ground Floor
Entrance HallHallKitchen/DinerBedroom OneBedroom TwoBedroom ThreeBathroomShower RoomStorage RoomCupboardWardrobe
First Floor
Living RoomKitchen/DinerBedroom FourEn Suite
Sunday School-
Open Plan Living/Dining/KitchenLoungeUtility RoomBathroomOfficeStorageMezzanine Bedroom/Studio Room
The conversion has been carefully designed to maximise both comfort and practicality, with quality fittings and tasteful décor evident throughout. Outside, the detached studio room further enhances the versatility of the property and could serve as a home office, hobby room or additional ancillary space. This is an exciting opportunity for those seeking accommodation for a dependent relative, multigenerational living or purchasers looking for a property with potential supplementary income, subject to any necessary consents. Rarely available and full of character, this former Sunday school offers a distinctive home with flexibility to suit a range of lifestyles.
Garage – providing a good amount of storage with electricity inside.
Parking – Off road parking for several vehicles.
Outside – The fully enclosed garden offers a fantastic degree of privacy and seclusion, creating a wonderful outdoor space to enjoy throughout the year. The main section of garden is predominantly laid to lawn, providing an ideal area for children’s play, garden activities or entertaining. A raised decked seating area offers the perfect spot for outdoor dining and relaxation, while continuing around the garden leads to a charming Mediterranean style section designed with low maintenance in mind. This area is beautifully complemented by a variety of mature shrubs and planting, adding colour and interest to the space.
Services – Mains water, electricity and private drainage. LPG Heating. Air source heat pump and Owned Solar panels for Chapel House.
Council Tax Band – A
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Anti Money Laundering Regulations – Purchasers- It is a legal requirement that we receive verified ID from all buyers before a sale can be instructed. We will inform you of the process once your offer has been accepted.
Proof of Finances- Before agreeing a sale, we will require proof of your financial ability to purchase. We will inform you of what we require prior to agreeing a sale.
Broadband & Mobile Phone Coverage- To check the broadband coverage for this property please visit https://www.openreach.com/fibre-broadband. To check mobile phone coverage please visit https://checker.ofcom.org.uk/

Important Information

• This is a Freehold property.
• This Council Tax band for this property is: A

Property Ref: 509776

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