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Guide price

£290,000

3 bed cottage for sale
Forth Scol, Porthleven TR13

    • 3 beds

    • 1 bath

    • 1 reception

  • EPC Rating: F

  • Freehold

Christophers

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About this property

  • Cottage with immense charm and character

  • Three bedrooms

  • Beautifully presented

  • Wood burner

  • Sought after village location

  • Successful holiday home

  • Freehold

  • Council tax band - Exempt

  • EPC - F23

Situated in the heart of the Cornish fishing village of Porthleven is this three bedroom, terraced cottage of immense charm and character. The residence which has recently been used as a successful holiday let is beautifully presented with a sympathetic renovation retaining many character features including beamed ceilings and exposed stone walls.

In brief, the accommodation comprises a lounge/diner, kitchen and a WC. On the first floor is a shower room, study and three bedrooms.

Porthleven is a thriving seaside Cornish fishing village with its large harbour providing a focal point. Around this cluster many pubs, restaurants and businesses. The village provides amenities to cater for everyday needs as well as a primary school, whilst the more comprehensive amenities of Helston are a few miles distant and these include national stores, cinema and sports centre with indoor swimming pool.

Situated between Helston and Porthleven is the beautiful Penrose Estate which is managed by The National Trust and where one may delight in the many walks and trails through the Cornish countryside around Loe Pool which is Cornwall's largest natural fresh water lake. Porthleven has a prize winning Brass Band which, on many a summer’s Sunday evening, can be heard echoing around the village, creating atmosphere & ambiance for both residents and visitors.

The Accommodation Comprises (Dimensions Approx)

Stable style door leading into

Lounge/Diner (7.47m x 5.18m narrowing to 3.35m (24'6 x 17' narro)

A characterful, L shaped open plan room over two levels with characterful beamed ceiling, exposed stone walls and a feature fireplace housing a wood burner with hearth and mantle over. There is an outlook to the front and various built in cupboards which house an electric boiler. There are stairs to the first floor, door to a w.c and opening and steps up to;

Kitchen (3.66m x 2.59m (12' x 8'6 ))

Comprising working top surfaces incorporating a sink unit with drainer and mixer tap over, cupboards and drawers under and wall cupboards over. There is a built in fridge/freezer, dishwasher and washing machine whilst there is space for an oven with built in hood over. The room has a tiled floor, is dual aspect, has a door to the rear garden and a glass conservatory style roof. There are exposed stone walls with wall up lights.

W.C

Comprising close coupled W.C, corner wash basin and the room has an exposed stone wall. There is a tiled floor, window an extractor to the rear garden.

Stairs/Landing

With doors to two bedrooms, study and door to;

Shower Room

Comprising a shower, close coupled W.C, pedestal wash basin and a heated towel rail. There is exposed stone walls, partially tiled walls and a frosted window to the rear.

Bedroom One (3.58m x 2.97m (plus recess) (11'9 x 9'9 (plus rece)

Having built in wardrobes and an outlook to the rear.

Bedroom Three (3.35m x 2.36m (maximum measurements) (minus door r)

With outlook to the front.

Study (2.59m x 2.21m (8'6 x 7'3))

With outlook to the front and access to the loft. Door to;

Bedroom Two (3.58m x 2.13m (narrowing to 1.83m) (11'9 x 7' (nar)

Having built in wardrobes and an outlook to the front.

Outside

To the rear of the property there is a small rear courtyard which provides a pleasant outdoor space.

Services

Mains electricity, water and drainage.

Agents Note

We are advised that the access to the property has the benefit of and is subject to a right way with neighbouring properties

Directions

From our Porthleven office head up Fore Street and at the top of the road bear around to the right and take the second turning into Thomas Terrace. Go along Thomas Terrace and take the turning left into Forth Scol and take the second turning on your right hand side. The property will be found after a short distance on your left hand side.

Viewing

To view this property or any other property we are offering for sale please call the number on the reverse of the details.

Conservation Area

We understand this property is located in a conservation area. For details of conservation areas visit Cornwall Mapping and use the Council's interactive map.

Council Tax Band

Currently exempt.

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Proof Of Finance - Purchasers

Prior to agreeing a sale, we will require proof of financial ability to purchase which will include an agreement in principle for a mortgage and/or proof of cash funds.

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Date Details Prepared

Details prepared January 2025.

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More information

  • Tenure

    Freehold

  • Council tax band

    Business rated.

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