4 bed cottage for sale

Porkellis, Helston, Cornwall TR13

An exceptionally rare chance to acquire this charming, detached mellow stone property, peacefully located in a rural setting, offering stunning views over the surrounding countryside. Tolcarn Wartha Cottage, believed to date back to around 1850, retains many of the period features you'd expect from a home of this age. Upon entering through the elegant gothic-style front door, you are welcomed into a spacious open-plan lounge/diner. This inviting space features two large inglenook granite fireplaces and three windows that frame picturesque views of the lovely gardens, two of which have window seats and traditional shutters.
From the lounge/diner, you can access the kitchen and side entrance, with exposed stone walls adding character to the space. The first floor houses a generously sized master bedroom with a step down into the dressing area, where you can take in the outstanding rural views. French doors open to a private balcony. The room boasts high ceilings, exposed roof beams, and Velux windows, flooding the space with natural light. The master suite also benefits from its own ensuite facilities.
The property is fitted with uPVC double-glazed windows and is heated by an energy-efficient air source heat pump, providing both central heating and hot water. Outside, the beautifully maintained gardens feature gravel areas designed for easy upkeep, along with a level lawn at the front of the property. The garden is well-stocked with a variety of shrubs and raised flowerbeds. There is ample parking for up to three vehicles at the front of the property.

Entrance vestibule:
A doorway leads to the exterior, with a window above and exposed stone walls. The flagstone granite floor adds to the charm. From here, access is provided to the:

Kitchen:
A delightful kitchen with windows to the rear and side, featuring a one-and-a-quarter sink with mixer tap, ample base and wall-mounted storage cupboards, generous work surfaces, and integrated double oven with hob and stainless-steel extractor fan. There’s space for a dishwasher, and the room is enhanced with a beamed ceiling, part-exposed stone walls, and wood panelling. A staircase leads to the first floor, and an archway connects to:

Lounge/diner:
This striking room boasts three double-glazed windows to the front, two of which include window seats and all with feature shutters. A stunning gothic-style doorway leads to the exterior. The room features a wood floor, built-in storage cupboard, two inglenook fireplaces (one with a wood burner and the other with a Rayburn, though currently not in use), built-in TV area with shelf and storage, exposed wall timbers, and a dimmer switch for ambient lighting.

Basement area:
With light and power, though the headroom is limited.

First floor landing:
Incorporating inset downlights and a Velux window. From here, you can access:

Family bathroom:
With a Velux window, the white suite includes a handgrip bath with tiled surround, extractor fan, dual flush WC, vanity wash basin with storage beneath, part-tiled walls, tiled flooring, chrome heated towel rail, built-in storage cupboard, and a wall heater.

Bedroom one:
A generously sized room with a double-glazed window to the front, exposing stone wall, radiator, built-in storage cupboards (one housing the water tank), and access to the roof space.

Ensuite 1:
Featuring a Velux window, shower cubicle, vanity wash basin with storage beneath, close-coupled WC, tiled flooring, part-tiled walls, and a deep windowsill offering lovely rural views. A wall heater completes the space.

Bedroom two:
This room includes a double-glazed window to the front, with tiled sill, radiator, and exposed wood beams.

Bedroom three:
With a double-glazed window to the front, tiled sill, radiator, exposed beams, and an open fireplace with a feature high recess shelf.

Bedroom four:
This room includes double-glazed French doors leading to a private balcony, offering stunning rural views and a delightful overlook of the garden. It also features a uPVC door to the side, a radiator, high ceilings with exposed beams, and a Velux window. A step leads up to:

Dressing area:
An L-shaped space with Velux windows, radiator, and downlighters. There’s small access to the roof space.

Ensuite 2:
This ensuite includes a double-glazed window to the rear, oval wash basin with double storage cupboard beneath, WC with concealed cistern, shower cubicle, and additional double storage cupboard for laundry appliances. The room also has tiled flooring, downlighters, and a radiator.

Outside:
Accessed from a quiet country lane, the property features a gravel driveway providing parking for approximately three vehicles. A small gate leads to the front lawned garden, with a granite pathway that brings you to the entrance. The front garden is beautifully landscaped with a variety of shrubs, raised flowerbeds, and Cornish stone walls, as well as several sitting areas and an ornamental pond. The side entrance leads to the rear of the property, where an extensive gravel area is divided into three levels. Here, you’ll find additional shrubs and outdoor seating areas, all offering breathtaking rural views. The property also benefits from exterior lighting and further pathways, all framed by natural Cornish stone walls.