The Exclusive St Mawes Waterfront

2 Bedroom Terraced House for sale in St. Mawes

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A rare opportunity to acquire a prominent “front row” Grade II Listed former fisherman’s cottage occupying an exceptional waterfront position on Lower Castle Road, with panoramic harbour, river and sea views. Currently arranged as a spacious two-bedroom home, Listed Building Consent has now been granted to reinstate the original three-bedroom layout. A substantial detached garage, offering private parking and considerable potential to provide additional accommodation, is also available by separate negotiation, subject to the necessary consents.
Accommodation Summary (Measurements are Approximate)(Internal Floor Area: 1112 sq. ft. (103.4 sq. m.))
Ground Floor: Entrance Hall, Living Room, Kitchen, Rear Hall/Study, Shower Room.
First Floor: Landing, Two Double Bedrooms, Two Shower Rooms. Approved Layout with Listed Building Consent PA26/04084: Three Bedrooms and associated accommodation.
Outside: Front Seating Area. Rights of Access Side Passageway and Communal Rear Courtyard.
Available by Separate Negotiation: Substantial Detached Garage providing Private Parking and Storage, with Considerable Potential for Additional Accommodation, subject to the Necessary Consents.
IntroductionOccupying one of the most recognisable positions on St Mawes’ sought-after Lower Castle Road and arguably the most photographed cottage by passers-by along the waterfront, Pilchards is a charming Grade II Listed triple-fronted former fisherman’s cottage enjoying a superb south-facing waterfront setting, with uninterrupted views across St Mawes Harbour and the Percuil River towards the National Trust-owned St Anthony Headland, Falmouth Bay and the Lizard Peninsula.
Historically arranged as a three-bedroom cottage, the property was remodelled to create a more spacious two-bedroom home. Listed Building Consent is currently granted to reinstate the original three-bedroom arrangement, providing valuable flexibility for a future owner. Cornwall Council granted consent under application PA26/04084 on 11 August 2026 for the necessary internal alterations. For those requiring additional space, there is also the unusual opportunity to acquire a substantial detached garage by separate negotiation. In addition to providing the considerable benefit of private parking and storage, the building has significant potential to provide additional accommodation, subject to obtaining any necessary consents.
DescriptionPilchards forms part of an historic terrace of cottages on Lower Castle Road and retains considerable character appropriate to its age and Grade II Listed status, including exposed stonework, traditional sash windows with deep sills and attractive period detailing.The front door opens into an entrance hall with stairs rising to the first floor. The principal living room occupies the front of the cottage, making the most of the outstanding waterfront outlook, while the kitchen, also at the front, enjoys the views. To the rear is a useful rear hall/study area and ground-floor shower room.
The first floor is presently arranged as two particularly generous double bedrooms, both enjoying elevated harbour, river and sea views, together with two shower rooms. The approved three-bedroom scheme provides the option to reconfigure the first floor by reinstating the original internal arrangement, giving a future owner the choice between the existing spacious two-bedroom layout and a three-bedroom configuration.
The ViewsThe views from Pilchards are quite exceptional and form one of the property's defining features. Immediately in front is the constant activity of St Mawes Harbour, with sailing boats, yachts, fishing boats and passenger ferries passing through the water. Beyond are the moorings of the Percuil River and the partly wooded landscape of the National Trust-owned St Anthony Headland. The panorama then stretches across the entrance to Carrick Roads and Falmouth Bay towards the Lizard Peninsula and miles of open sea. Facing just off due south, Pilchards enjoys excellent levels of natural light and sunshine throughout much of the day – a wonderful “front row seat” to the water.
Detached Garage (Available by Separate Negotiation)A particularly unusual and valuable benefit for a property in this part of St Mawes is the availability of a substantial detached garage, which can be purchased by separate negotiation. In addition to providing secure private parking and useful storage, the building offers considerable potential to provide additional accommodation, subject to obtaining any necessary planning and Listed Building consents. This creates an exciting additional opportunity in a location where both private parking and additional space are particularly scarce.
Location Summary (Distances and times are approximate).Tavern Beach: Moments away. King Harry Car Ferry: 5 miles. Truro: 10 miles via the King Harry Ferry. Falmouth: 20 minutes by passenger ferry. Cornwall Airport Newquay: 29 miles. St Austell: 15 miles, with mainline rail services to London Paddington.
St MawesThe exclusive Cornish coastal village of St Mawes was voted in 2020 by a Which? Customer Survey as the “Top Seaside Town in the UK”. This enchanting south-facing harbour village, named “Britain’s St Tropez” by the Daily Mail, is found on the eastern side of the Fal Estuary, in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Much of its surroundings are owned by the National Trust. The village is centred around its quaint harbour, its own beaches and Castle built by Henry VIII. There is an all-year-round pedestrian ferry service to and from Falmouth and a seasonal ferry runs to Place, providing access to the scenic walks on the National Trust-owned St Anthony Headland.
Local AmenitiesSt Mawes has a wide range of amenities, which are open all year, including a bakery, convenience store, post office/newsagent, doctors, dentist, pharmacy, village hall, social club, churches, delicatessen and clothing shops.The village also has two public houses, and an excellent range of cafes, restaurants, art galleries, gift and ice cream shops. Olga Polizzi's Hotel Tresanton and the chic Idle Rocks Hotel both lure the rich and famous. The village has superbly varied and accessible sailing waters and an active sailing club.
CornwallThe Duchy of Cornwall offers a range of attractions such as the Eden Project, the National Maritime Museum, the Lost Gardens of Heligan, and the Tate Gallery. The Cathedral City of Truro is the main financial and commercial centre of Cornwall. It has a fine range of shops, private schools, college and main hospital (RCH Treliske).
Fine Dining RestaurantsFine dining Michelin star and celebrity chef restaurants are in abundance, including Rick Stein (Padstow), Nathan Outlaw (Port Isaac), Adam Handling (Newquay) and Paul Ainsworth (Padstow and Rock). On The Roseland is Guy Owen at The Idle Rocks Hotel in St Mawes, Paul Wadham at Hotel Tresanton in St Mawes, and Simon Stallard at The Hidden Hut on Porthcurnick Beach and The Standard Inn in Gerrans.
SummaryPilchards represents an increasingly rare opportunity to acquire a genuine “front row” waterfront cottage in St Mawes. Its combination of Grade II Listed character, panoramic south-facing water views and highly convenient Lower Castle Road position is already compelling. The recent grant of Listed Building Consent to restore the cottage to its former three-bedroom configuration adds a further dimension, allowing a purchaser either to retain the particularly spacious existing two-bedroom arrangement or implement the approved three-bedroom scheme.
The additional opportunity to purchase a substantial detached garage by separate negotiation is another significant advantage. In addition to providing valuable private parking and storage, it offers considerable potential to provide additional accommodation, subject to obtaining any necessary consents, a particularly attractive prospect in a location where both parking and additional space are at a premium.
General Information
Tenure: Freehold (with a flying freehold located from the first floor over a side passageway to the eastern side of the cottage).
Grade II Listed: Yes.
Planning / Listed Building Consent: Listed Building Consent PA26/04084, granted by Cornwall Council on 11 August 2026, permitting the reinstatement of two internal timber-frame partitions, associated lining, plastering and decoration, partial removal of an existing fitted cabinet and installation of a new internal door.
Detached Garage: Available by separate negotiation, providing private parking and storage with considerable potential for additional accommodation, subject to the necessary consents.
Council Tax Band: F
Energy Performance Certificate: Listed Building exemptions apply.
Services: Mains Electric, Water and Drainage.
Viewing: Strictly by appointment with H Tiddy.
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• This is a Freehold property.
• This Council Tax band for this property is: F

Property Ref: 417912

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