St Just in Roseland

2 Bedroom Detached Bungalow for sale in Truro

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Hilltop
A Detached Cornish Unit Bungalow privately located in around 0.175 of an acre, occupying a hilltop vantage point, offering captivating far-reaching panoramic south and west facing views over St Just Creek, Carrick Roads and miles of beautiful countryside beyond.

Accommodation Summary(Gross Internal Floor Area: 1080 sq. ft. (100.33 sq. m.)).
Plot Size: about 0.175 of an acre
Ground Floor: Entrance Hall, Kitchen, Lounge / Dining Room, 2 Bedrooms, Bathroom, Separate W/C, Side Hall, Utility Room, Connecting Former Garage/ Workshop.
Outside: Gated driveway for 3 vehicles, various sheds /outbuildings, well stocked mature gardens comprising lawn, terraces, fruit cages, flower beds, greenhouse, pond, and Bag End (an insulated timber Studio with lobby, single room and separate w/c).

IntroductionSuited towards the cash buyer, Hilltop comprises a Cornish Unit bungalow which was built by Selleck and Nicholls & Co. The property does not have a PRC (Property Rectification Certificate) from an approved repairer so, main High Street mortgage providers will not lend on the property.
DescriptionThis oil fired centrally heated property has been lovingly well maintained by the current owners for many years as their permanent home and, as such, is immediately liveable. Equally, with neighbouring properties being in the Million Pound Plus price range, this rare opportunity has obvious potential for those looking for a project, subject to any necessary consents. Bordered by National Trust land to the rear, thus the magnificent views are 'protected', the property also has direct access at the side of the gardens onto a footpath to allow a shortcut towards the Creekside church, cafe´, boatyard and moorings, plus spectacular walks around the creek or along the coast to St Mawes.
The ViewsMere photography does not do justice to the views.This includes St Just Creek (with its picturesque waterside church), Messack Point, the mile- wide Carrick Roads (Fal Estuary) to Mylor Yacht harbour and far across miles of surrounding Cornish countryside towards the North coast. The property faces towards the west to optimise the ever- changing marine activity, from traditional oyster boats, yacht & dinghy racing, water skiers, canoeists, paddle boarders, an abundance of marine wildlife to amazing Cornish sunsets.

Hilltop: A Brief Tour
Side Hall:From the driveway, a modern wood effect PVC door with porthole window opens to a SIDE HALL with a window to the side, and space for coats and shoes. A part glazed door leads to the kitchen and further door opens in to a UTILITY ROOM comprising a window facing the coastal views, fitted shelving, access to a loft space, space for fridge/freezer and plumbing for washing machine and tumble dryer.
Kitchen:The KITCHEN has a double-glazed window overlooking the front garden, wood effect flooring, range of pale moss green painted kitchen units under stone effect worktops inset with a white one-and-a- half bowl ceramic sink and drainer with mixer tap over and a bottled gas hob. Spaces exist for a dishwasher and fridge/freezer. A useful pantry is found in one corner of the room. Doors lead to the hall and the lounge /dining room.
Lounge / Dining Room:The light and airy LOUNGE / DINING ROOM features five double glazed windows all capturing the superb water and countryside views. A green enamelled Jotul wood-burning stove is set on a slate hearth with tiled backing and mantle. An archway flows to a HALL with a double glazed front door and a recessed cupboard housing a lagged hot water tank. Doors lead to the kitchen, bedrooms, bathroom and toilet.
Bedrooms and BathroomBEDROOM 1 comprises a large double glazed window facing the splendid views and fitted wardrobes are found on one wall. BEDROOM 2 has a double glazed window to the front and a wash basin exists to one corner.A BATHROOM comprises a cream panel bath, mixer tap, electric shower over, a glazed shower screen, and white wash basin. The SEPARATE WC comprises cream wc and obscured double glazed window.
Former Garage / Workshop:Connected to the property is a FORMER GARAGE / WORKSHOP with a pedestrian door and window to the front, plus a window to the side. In one corner is a balanced flue oil fired boiler providing domestic hot water and radiator heating.
Garden Studio:In addition, located beyond the pond to the corner of the lawned garden, there is a detached and insulated timber GARDEN STUDIO called Bag End which comprises a lobby, separate W/C and large single room with wash basin and window. This would make a hobbies studio and has also been used as overflow accommodation.
The GardensDouble gates give access to a gravelled drive providing parking for 3 vehicles. To the south side of the property are well stocked gardens screened by larger shrubs and ornamental trees which open onto pathways meandering through beds filled with flowering plants, vegetable and fruit beds including a grape producing vine. Within this area of the garden is a GREENHOUSE, a timber SHED plus an older metal SHED. A stone wall runs along the western side Across the front of the bungalow is a lily pond with waterfall feature set below tree and hedge topped stone walls providing privacy. Beyond is a smaller area of lawn and a well with a pump supply primarily used for the pond top up.
To the far end of the bungalow is a well-stocked garden with a lawn area bordered by flower beds and overlooked by a slate paved terrace from where there are beautiful views across the Carrick Roads. Beyond the garden are established shrubs and palms that also provide shelter for a fruit cage with small tool SHED beyond. To one corner are a few steps and an opening to a footpath which allows a short cut access down towards the church and creek. To the rear of the bungalow is a path bordered by Cornish Hedge.
Location Summary(Distances and times are approximate)St Mawes: 1.5 miles with a Pedestrian Ferry to Falmouth (20 minutes). Bus Stop (St Mawes to Truro): 350 yards. St Just Church and Cafe´: 350 yards. St Just Boatyard: 550 yards. Truro: 9 miles via car ferry or 18 miles by road. Cornwall Airport Newquay: 29 miles with flights to London and other UK Regional Airports and European Destinations. St Austell: 15 miles with London Paddington 4.5 hours by rail.
St Just in RoselandSt Just-in-Roseland is a small village around 1.5 miles from the exclusive coastal village of St Mawes. It is renowned for its lovely Church in a delightful waterside setting of great beauty.There is a cafe´ and boatyard with deep moorings in the creek which merges into the fine sailing waters of Carrick Roads and Falmouth Bay. St Mawes offers a variety of shops, restaurants, doctor's surgery etc., plus an all-year-round passenger ferry to Falmouth. The number 50 bus offers daily regular service from St Mawes to Truro and has main stops in St Just, Portscatho, Tregony and Probus. Truro is 18 miles and St Austell 15 miles by road whilst the King Harry car ferry (approximately 3 miles) provides a short cut to Truro (approximately 9 miles), Falmouth and the far West.
CornwallThe Duchy of Cornwall offers a range of accessible 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 stores, private schools, college and the main hospital in the county (RCH Treliske).Both Falmouth University, Truro College and Cornwall Airport at Newquay are rapidly expanding. Fine dining Michelin star and celebrity chef restaurants are in abundance, including Rick Stein (Padstow), Nathan Outlaw (Port Isaac), Paul Ainsworth (Padstow and Rock). Rising stars on The Roseland Peninsula include Simon Stallard at The Hidden Hut on Porthcurnick Beach and The Standard Inn in Gerrans, Paul Wadham at Hotel Tresanton and Matt Haggath at the Idle Rocks, St Mawes.

General Information
Services and Specifications: Mains water and electricity. Private drainage system (located on the neighbouring National Trust land via a Deed of Grant). Telephone and Satellite Dish. Oil fired balanced flue boiler for hot water and central heating to radiators. Part double glazed windows. Calor gas kitchen hob. Well with pump for watering the garden and filling the pond. NB: the electrical circuit, appliances and heating system have not been tested by the agents.
Energy Performance Certificate Rating: F
Council Tax Band: E
Property Construction and Mortgageability: Hilltop is a “Cornish Unit” Bungalow built by known contractors Selleck and Nicholls & Co. The property has not had a PRC (Property Rectification Certificate) issued from an approved repairer, so all main High Street mortgage providers will not lend on the property. As such, the property is suited towards the cash buyer. We advise that anyone considering looking at finance should contact an independent financial advisor to assess specialist lending feasibility prior to arranging a viewing.
Broadband: FTTC Superfast Broadband available. Openreach predicted max download speeds: Superfast 79/80 Mbps; Standard 24 Mbps.
Ofcom Mobile Area Coverage Rating: Good.
GOV.UK Long Term Flood Risks: River/Sea: Very Low. Surface Water: Very Low.
Tenure: FREEHOLD.
Land Registry Title Number: CL105926
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.
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Important Information

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

Property Ref: 919_337623

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