Portloe, Truro, Cornwall, TR2

3 Bedroom Semi-Detached House for sale in Truro

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Set against the scenic backdrop of Portloe, one of the Roseland Peninsula’s most picturesque harbourside villages, Ivy Cottage is a beautifully renovated semi-detached period home that effortlessly combines timeless charm with elegant, modern living—complete with sea views, refined interiors, and a secluded tropical garden sanctuary.
Accommodation Summary(Internal Floor Area: 1221 sq. ft. (113.4 sq. m.)) Ground Floor: Entrance Sun Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Breakfast Room, Utility Room, Wet Room First Floor: Primary Bedroom with En-Suite Shower Room, Two Double Bedrooms, Family Bathroom Outside: Millboard Decking Sun Terrace off Breakfast Room, Private Enclosed Tropical Garden.  DescriptionTucked away in a peaceful setting on the edge of the highly desirable harbourside village of Portloe, Ivy Cottage is a stunning semi-detached period home with charm, soul and style in abundance. Offering elevated sea views, exquisite interiors, and a truly magical garden, this is a rare opportunity to own a slice of the Roseland Peninsula dream.
Completely renovated in recent years under the creative eye of an interior designer, Ivy Cottage masterfully blends timeless character with contemporary comfort. Think original beams, bespoke shutters, and natural stone flooring – paired with luxurious finishes, cast iron-style radiators, and a high-end Neptune kitchen.
The accommodation is light, spacious, and thoughtfully designed for relaxed coastal living. The principal bedroom is a generous, dual-aspect space with sea views and a stylish en suite shower room. There are two further bedrooms, both beautifully finished, and a luxurious main bathroom featuring a freestanding bath and quality fittings.
Downstairs, the large sitting room is full of character, with exposed beams, oak flooring, and a charming fireplace with a woodburner, creating a cosy yet sophisticated feel. The separate dining room, also with stone flooring and sash windows, leads seamlessly into the bespoke Neptune kitchen. This kitchen is a real showpiece, with solid wood units, granite worktops, and top-spec appliances including a Smeg range cooker and wine cooler.
A bright garden room opens directly onto a generous decked terrace, offering a perfect transition between inside and out. There's also a separate utility room, a fully tiled wet room, and a welcoming entrance sun room with space for seating – all finished with meticulous attention to detail.
OutsideThe gardens at Ivy Cottage are nothing short of enchanting. Landscaped by a professional designer, they are private, sheltered, and bursting with tropical planting. From mature hydrangeas to camellias and exotic specimens, the outdoor space feels like a hidden oasis. The large Millboard decking provides the ideal setting for al fresco dining, morning coffee, or evening drinks while enjoying views toward the sea. There’s even a hot outdoor shower – a practical and luxurious touch after days spent exploring the coastline. SummaryIvy Cottage is sold with no onward chain and presents a rare opportunity to secure a home of outstanding quality in one of Cornwall’s most picturesque and unspoilt coastal settings. Whether you’re looking for a full-time residence, a holiday retreat, or an investment in a high-demand location, this home truly delivers. Location Summary(Distances and times are approximate)South West Coastal Path: 75 yards. Bus Stop: 100 yards (no 51 bus to St Austell railway station and town via Veryan and Tregony). The Lugger Hotel: 175 yards. Portloe Harbour: 175 yards. The Ship Inn Public House: 350 yards. Veryan Post Office and Stores: 1.3 miles. Carne Beach: 2.3 miles. Truro: 10 miles. Cornwall Airport Newquay: 22 miles (flights to London, other UK Regional Airports and European Destinations). St Austell: 12 miles (London Paddington 4.5 hours by direct train). PortloePortloe is a very attractive, protected and unspoilt fishing village, located on the Roseland Peninsula, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty with safe sailing waters. It has a fine hotel, a public house, bus service and Fibre Broadband. The village of Veryan is approximately 1.5 miles, and provides a primary school, Church, mini-market / post office and public house. St Mawes and Tregony have more comprehensive facilities and are approximately 10 miles and 5 miles away respectively. Carne Beach, owned by the National Trust, offers a wide expanse of clean sand and safe bathing and is about 2.3 miles away. The market town of St Austell and Cathedral City of Truro are about 10 miles away, Truro being the commercial and judicial centre for Cornwall. It also has a main line inter-city railway link, with branch services to the port of Falmouth. 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). Cornwall Airport in Newquay has regular daily flights to London as well as connections to other UK regional airports and a number of European destinations. General & Material InformationServices: Mains Water, Electricity and Drainage.  Energy Performance Certificate Rating: E                              Council Tax Band: D Viewing: Strictly by appointment with H Tiddy. Tenure: Freehold.  FTTC Superfast Broadband available: Openreach predicted max download speeds: Ultrafast 1600Mbps; Superfast 76 Mbps; Standard 21 Mbps. Ofcom Outdoor Mobile Area Coverage Rating: Likely for EE, Three, O2 and Vodafone. Land Registry Title Number: CL173953 Tenure: Freehold GOV.UK Long-Term-Flood-Risks: River/Sea: Very Low. Surface Water: Very Low. Viewing: Strictly by appointment with H Tiddy. Important NoticeEvery effort has been made with these details, but accuracy is not guaranteed, and they are not to form part of a contract. Representation or warranty is not given in relation to this property. An Energy Performance Certificate is available upon request. The electrical circuit, appliances and heating system have not been tested by the agents. All negotiations must be with H Tiddy. Before proceeding to purchase, buyers should consider an independent check of all aspects of the property. Further information on mobile coverage and broadband availability is found on Ofcom and Openreach ‘checker’ websites. Visit the Gov.uk website for further information and to ‘check long term flood risks. General Data Protection Regulations: We treat all data confidentially and with the utmost care and respect. If you do not wish your personal details to be used by us for any specific purpose, then you can unsubscribe or change your communication preferences and contact methods at any time by informing us either by email or in writing at our office in St Mawes.

Important Information

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

Property Ref: 919_333742

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