3 bedroom detached bungalow for sale

Occupying a large, level and well enclosed plot, on the sought-after Trebah and Glendurgan side of the ever-popular North Helford Area village, a detached, individual, 3 bedroom bungalow with ample parking in addition to a detached double garage and workshop, to go with Planning Permission for a substantial extension granted 11 January 2022, Cornwall Council Application Number: PA21/09740.

The Property - 'Highfields' occupies a large, level and well enclosed garden plot, close to the southern outskirts of Mawnan Smith whose excellent day-to-day amenities are within just a few minutes' walk.

The current three bedroom, one bathroom accommodation will prove more than adequate for many prospective purchasers, with the Planning Permission granted on 11 January 2022, providing four "ground floor alterations with new ground floor extension, front porch alterations and the replacement of a tiled roof to a natural slate roof". This Permission, Cornwall Council Application Number: PA21/09740, dramatically increases the accommodation and also allows for reconfiguration of much of the existing accommodation if required. No doubt prospective purchasers will determine what work is required from their own point of view.

The Location - 'Highfields' is set well back from Grove Hill with the private driveway providing access onto a large forecourt, adjacent to which a superb double garage was constructed circa 2003, with twin electric doors, an inspection pit and dedicated workshop attached.

A nearby footpath leads around the 'back' of the village to the picturesque waterside hamlet of Glendurgan in one direction, and Carwinion and the beautiful riverside walk along the banks of the Helford to Rosemullion Head, Falmouth Bay, Maenporth Beach and beyond. An almost level walk to the village, just five minutes away, provides excellent day-to-day amenities including a thatch public house - The Red Lion Inn - convenience stores, electricians, restaurant, hairdressers, cafe, church and doctors surgery. The sub-tropical gardens at Glendurgan and Trebah are also within easy walking distance, beyond which the sailing waters of the Helford River can be accessed from Port Navas and Helford Passage, home of The Ferryboat Inn. The outskirts of Falmouth are just three miles distant.

The Accommodation Comprises -

Entrance Porch - Double glazed front door and windows overlooking and providing direct and almost level access from the parking area and garaging. Ceramic tiled flooring, part glazed casement door with reeded glass opening into the:-

Reception Hall - Night storage heater, access to over-head loft storage area, arch to inner lobby with cloaks cupboard with hanging rail, shelving and storage locker over.

Lounge - A light, triple aspect room with window from the entrance porch, broad window to the front elevation overlooking the grounds and twin aluminium casement doors with matching side screen opening onto the paved sun terrace. Coved ceiling, Dimplex night storage heater, TV aerial socket. Cut slate fireplace with glass-fronted Contura fireplace with raised slate hearth and polished mantel.

Inner Hallway - Part glazed casement door leading to the:-

Dining Room - Double aspect with double glazed window to the side elevation and double casement aluminium doors with matching side screens, again opening onto the paved sun terrace. Coved ceiling, night storage heater, glazed casement door opening into the:-

Kitchen/Breakfast Room - Another light, double aspect room with window to the rear elevation and broad window and casement door to the side porch. Fitted with a comprehensive range of wall and base units with complementary tiled splashbacks. Cupboard housing electrical meters and fuses. Creda night storage heater. Cooker recess with panel point. Twin drainer stainless steel sink unit, plate shelving, access to additional loft storage area.

Side Porch - Double glazed with door opening onto the paved sun terrace and gardens. Quarry tiled flooring, fitted cupboards, utility area with plumbing for washing machine and tumble dryer, double glazed window to the rear elevation. Door to:-

Cloakroom/Wc - Obscure double glazed window to the rear, low flush WC with concealed cistern, wall mounted wash hand basin with tiled splashback.

Bedroom One - Double aspect with aluminium framed double glazed windows to the front and side elevations. Dimplex night storage heater, range of full height fitted wardrobes with louvre doors and storage lockers over.

Bedroom Two - Two aluminium framed double glazed windows to the side elevation, Dimplex night storage heater, wash hand basin set in vanity unit with tiled splashback and strip light/shaver socket over.

Bathroom/Wc - White three-piece suite comprising a panelled bath with handgrips, mixer tap and Mira instant shower, low flush WC with concealed cistern and broad wash hand basin with mixer tap, set in vanity unit. Panelled walls, obscure double glazed window to the rear elevation, towel rail/radiator, Dimplex convector heater, extractor fan.

Bedroom Three - Broad window to the rear elevation, wash hand basin set in vanity unit with tiled splashback and strip light/shaver socket over. Fitted airing cupboard with foam lagged copper cylinder with immersion heater and slatted linen shelving. Two further fitted cupboards, one with shelving and double glazed window to the rear elevation.

The Exterior -

'Highfields' benefits from an attractive entrance with drystone walling with double gateposts and gates opening onto the:-

Forecourt - Tarmacadamed, providing ample space for a number of vehicles.

Garage/Workshop Block - Double garage with inspection pit and twin electronic up-and-over doors. Light and power connected, window and courtesy door to the side elevation.

Workshop - Light and power connected, fitted cupboards and work bench, double metal doors.

Front Gardens - To either side of the forecourt there are rockery-edged borders with lawn continuing to the rear of the property. The main front garden area mainly comprises a level lawn with central flowering cherry tree and well stocked shrub borders which contain many mature plants including camellias, azaleas and holly etc. Raised paved sun terrace with exterior water tap and doors from the living accommodation. Pathway continuing to the side porch and lower paved terrace with bin storage area and pathway continuing to the:-

Rear Garden - A broad expanse of garden, well enclosed to all sides by metal fencing. Large area of mainly level lawn, echiums in variety, further cold water tap, broad rear paved patio.

Timber Store/Home Office - Insulated, windows to three elevations, light and power connected.

General Information -

Services - Mains water, electricity and drainage are connected to the property.

Council Tax - Band E - Cornwall Council.

Tenure - Freehold.

Agent's Note - Prospective purchasers should note that Probate is due to be applied for imminently; therefore, immediate occupation cannot be provided.

Viewing - By telephone appointment with the vendor's Sole Agent - Laskowski & Company, 28 High Street, Falmouth, TR11 2AD. Telephone:[use Contact Agent Button].

Directional Note - Proceed into the village of Mawnan Smith passing Alanco Motors on the left-hand side and village stores on the right. Immediately in front of The Red Lion Inn, follow the road around to the right, continuing in the direction of Glendurgan, Trebah and Helford Passage. Immediately after the left-hand turning to Shute Hill and Mawnan Smith Primary School, the property will be found on the left-hand side, opposite the property known as 'Groveside'.