3 bedroom semi-detached house for sale

A well presented Grade II, three bedroom character property which was part of the original school building, occupying an elevated position enjoying far reaching views to the Camel Estuary, Cant Hill, Brae Hill and Porthilly.

The Old School House is an end terraced property boasting delightful character features including Gothic arched windows, high ceilings and much of the character having been retained from the original school building.

To the ground floor there is a spacious entrance hall with staircase and Edwardian tiled decorative flooring, attractive kitchen/dining room, triple aspect living room and cloakroom.  From the living room a rear door provides access to an enclosed paved patio from which can be enjoyed delightful views to the estuary.

To the first floor there is a family bathroom and three double bedrooms, with the main bedroom boasting an en-suite shower room and another with dual aspect windows enjoying views to the Camel Estuary.

The property benefits from gas fired central heating, double glazed sash windows and a designated parking space for one vehicle, there is also visitor parking available within the development. 

The property has been successfully holiday let, however it would make a delightful main residence.

Viewing is strongly recommended to appreciate the qualities it has to offer.

Padstow has a long and ancient maritime history, the harbour being nestled in to the west-side of the Camel Estuary offering protection from the prevailing south-westerly winds.

The town boasts a labyrinth of crooked streets sloping down to the harbour where many fine medieval buildings can be found including the 15th century Abbey House on North Quay and the 16th century court house of Sir Walter Raleigh on the South Quay.

The surrounding coastline and countryside has been designated an area of outstanding natural beauty with many of North Cornwall's finest sandy beaches within a five mile radius.

Sailing and Watersports - The Camel Estuary is a well established centre for watersports, including sailing and water skiing, boat charters are available from Padstow and craft can be moored in Padstow or launched from the Padstow Harbour Commissioners' Slipway.

Restaurants - Padstow offers an excellent range of restaurants, the Michelin starred restaurant of Paul Ainsworth's No. 6 and Rick Stein's renowned Seafood Restaurant both within a 5 minute walk; with many other restaurants and public houses offering excellent fare.

Leisure & Golf - The famous surfing beaches of Newquay, Polzeath and Constantine Bay are only a short drive away. The Trevose Golf and Country Club is located within approximately 4 miles, the course was bestowed with the honour of hosting the Amateur Brabazon Strokeplay Championship, bearing testament to the course's excellent credentials. The course also offers excellent tennis courts and swimming pool.

Travel by Road - Connections are good with the A30 dual carriageway at Bodmin only 15 miles away which provides access to the national motorway network at Exeter.

Travel by Train - Bodmin Parkway station approximately 25 miles distant offers regular links direct to London Paddington.

Travel by Air - Newquay Airport is approximately 25 minutes (10 miles) and offers a number of national and international flights via London Gatwick which is approximately a one hour flight.

ACCOMMODATION WITH ALL MEASUREMENTS BEING APPROXIMATE:

FRONT ENTRANCE DOOR INTO:

ENTRANCE HALL

Decoratively tiled flooring, understair cupboard with plumbing for washing machine, radiator, telephone point, power points, centre ceiling light, stairs to first floor, doors to:

CLOAKROOM

Frosted sash window, low level WC, wash hand basin set in vanity unit with tiled splashback, radiator, centre ceiling light, laminate flooring.

KITCHEN/DINING ROOM - 4.23m x 3.63m (13'10" x 11'10")

Two sash windows overlooking front elevation, range of wall and base units with laminated worksurface over and surround, one and a half bowl stainless steel sink unit, Bosch electric oven with 5 ring gas hob and extractor fan over, built-in wine fridge, integrated dishwasher, integrated fridge, wall mounted Vaillant gas fired central heating boiler, radiator, 9 inset ceiling spotlights, television point, power points, vinyl flooring

LIVING ROOM - 6.52m x 3.54m (21'4" x 11'7")

Triple aspect room, gas fire set in Cornish stone surround with slate hearth and wooden mantle over, three radiators, television point, telephone point, centre ceiling light, 2 wall lights, door leading to rear patio.

STAIRS TO FIRST FLOOR

LANDING

Sash window to rear elevation affording views to the Camel Estuary, access hatch to loft, centre ceiling light, power point, doors to:

BEDROOM ONE - 3.67m x 3.31m (12'0" x 10'10") plus built-in cupboard

Two sash windows overlooking front elevation, radiator, television point, power points, centre ceiling light, door to:

EN-SUITE SHOWER ROOM - 1.95m x 1.38m (6'4" x 4'6")

Small window to rear elevation with views to the Camel Estuary, fully tiled shower cubicle, low level WC, pedestal wash hand basin, shaver point, part tiled walls, extractor fan, 3 inset ceiling spotlights, laminate flooring.

BEDROOM TWO - 3.88m x 3.37m (12'8" x 11'0")

Two gothic arched windows to front elevation, radiator, power points, centre ceiling light.

BEDROOM THREE - 3.87m x 2.82m (12'8" x 9'3")

Dual aspect room with both windows enjoying views to the Camel Estuary, Cant Hill, Brae Hill and Porthilly, radiator, centre ceiling light, power points.

FAMILY BATHROOM - 1.98m x 1.7m (6'5" x 5'6")

Frosted sash window, 'P' shaped bath with shower over and glazed screen to side, low level WC, pedestal wash hand basin, heated towel rail, part tiled walls, extractor fan, 4 inset ceiling spotlights, laminate flooring.

OUTSIDE

FRONT GARDEN

To the front of the property is a pathway leading to the front entrance door with slate paved patio area and flower beds with mature plants and shrubs and surrounding Cornish stone walling which continues around the side of the property with a further raised flower bed.

REAR PATIO

To the rear is a paved patio area enjoying views to the Camel Estuary with Cornish stone wall surround and flower beds with a range of mature plants and shrubs.  A rear access gate leads to:

PARKING

There is a parking space for one vehicle.

TENURE

FREEHOLD

COUNCIL TAX BANDING

Business rated.

AGENTS NOTE 1

There is an annual service charge of approximately £500 per annum.

AGENTS NOTE 2

The property is part of the original school building and was designated as a Grade II listed property in 1988 under reference 1289742. The Padstow County Primary School, School House and Railings form part of the listing.

DIRECTIONS

Proceed into Padstow on the A389, proceeding past Tesco's and Padstow Primary School. Turn right into School Hill and proceed down the hill, turning right after 75 yards into the Old School residential development. The Old School House is located right in front of you.