3 bedroom detached house for sale

DETACHED RIVERSIDE COTTAGE WITH LARGE GARDENS, PARKING AND GARAGESituated along the Truro River within Newham enjoying a very pleasant view over the river to Boscawen Park and beyond. Occupying a good sized plot of approximately 1/3 of an acre of mature and established gardens with a detached stone outbuilding. Parking for 3 or 4 cars and a detached single garage. Sold with no chain and vacant possession. EPC - EGENERAL COMMENTSRiverside Cottage is a detached period cottage which is situated alongside the Truro River in Newham enjoying lovely views over the water to Boscawen Park and within easy walking distance of the city centre. The property sits in a large and mature plot of approximately one third of and acre with a pretty and rustic outbuilding which presents several interesting possibilities (subject to permissions), including separation and development of the garden, use of chalet as an office or Air B&B let, extending the current house or conversion into commercial premises. The new footbridge across the Truro River and Truro Loops Trail offer opportunities to an entrepreneur. There is parking for several cars and a detached single garage.The cottage is slightly elevated and nestled into the woodland and therefore surprisingly private from both neighbours and the road.THE PROPERTYThe accommodation offers three double bedrooms, the master with an en-suite and a Jack and Jill family bathroom to the first floor. To the ground floor there is an entrance porch and a spacious entrance hall as well as a lounge, conservatory, kitchen/dining room and utility with a w.c. The property benefits from having air source heating, the ground floor with underfloor heatingLOCATIONNewham & Port of Truro lies at the head of the Fal Estuary and positioned just a mile to the south of Truro city centre. The superb views over the river are a real feature and one may occasionally see small boats or passenger ferries making their way to Truro on a high tide. Newham Trail is the disused railway line that runs across the Calenick valley on the edge of Truro. This popular trail is well used by runners, dog-walkers, walkers and cycling commuters who work at Treliske Hospital. Accessible year-round, this is a peaceful spot with sweeping valley views, overhanging trees and which finishes up with magnificent views of Truro River. There are also a wide range of businesses within Newham.CONSERVATIONThe Malpas Estuary is a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI classification), the major habitat feature of the site is tidal mudflats which are feeding grounds for wildfowl and wading birds, including nationally important numbers of a rare wader. The site also includes saltmarsh, adjoining ancient semi-natural woodland and a heronry.TRUROTruro is renowned for its excellent shopping centre, fine selection of restaurants, bars, private and state schools and main line railway link to London (Paddington). The Hall for Cornwall is also a popular venue providing all year round entertainment and other cultural facilities include the Royal Cornwall Museum and the historic Cathedral. Across the River is Boscawen Park and further to the south lies Malpas. Malpas is widely known for its safe anchorage and mooring facilities, there are also a number of pleasure boats which regularly disembark passengers at the nearby slipway. The whole area is also designated as an area of outstanding natural beauty.In greater detail the accommodation comprises (all measurements are approximate):PORCHENTRANCE HALLTiled floor, stairs to first floor and under stairs storage cupboard.LOUNGE5.28 x 3.66 (17'3 x 12'0 )With feature open fire and doors to conservatory.CONSERVATORY2.93 x 2.89 (9'7 x 9'5 )Half walled with doors opening to the garden.KITCHEN5.23 x 3.02 (17'1 x 9'10 )Open plan to the dining room. With a range of fitted and free standing units, Belfast sink inset. Quarry tiled floor and recess with space for a range cooker.DINING ROOM3.48 x 3.09 (11'5 x 10'1 )Window to front overlooking the views.UTILITY6.64 x 2.20 (21'9 x 7'2 )Attached to the side of the main property with space and plumbing for washing machine etc.W.C.W.C. and wash hand basin.FIRST FLOORLanding with door to rear hall and access to the rear door.BEDROOM ONE4.33 x 3.01 (14'2 x 9'10 )Window overlooking the gardens.EN-SUITE2.62 x 0.92 (8'7 x 3'0 )Shower, w.c. and basin.BEDROOM TWO4.41 x 3.12 (14'5 x 10'2 )Window to the front.BEDROOM THREE4.49 x 2.98 (14'8 x 9'9 )Dual aspect with windows to side and front. Built in cupboard.BATHROOM4.22 x 1.92 (13'10 x 6'3 )A generously sized Jack and Jill bathroom with with three windows to the side. Fitted with a w.c., roll top bath, corner shower, wash hand basin and bidet.OUTSIDEThere is a gravelled parking area providing parking for 3 or 4 cars or space for a small boat. There is also a detached garage.DETACHED GARAGEWith electric, remote controlled up and over door, pedestrian door to the side.GARDENS AND GROUNDSA path leads to the property and opens to the gardens. There are several outbuildings as well as a vegetable patch and mature woodland. The whole site measures approximately 1/3 of an acre and there is the potential to create a further dwelling within the grounds, subject to any necessary planning consents.DETACHED STONE BARNFurthermore within the grounds is a detached stone building, perfect for a home office, occasional bedroom or with potential to create a small independent annexe. It has space for a wood burning stove whilst there is a wall mounted electric heater, shower room and multi paned sash window. There is also a useful wood store and a path leads down alongside the house to the lawned garden and woodland. From here the views over the river are delightful.SERVICESMains water, electricity and drainage. Air source heating.N.BThe electrical circuit, appliances and heating system have not been tested by the agents.VIEWINGStrictly by Appointment through the Agents Philip Martin, 9 Cathedral Lane, Truro, TR1 2QS. Telephone: 01872 242244 or 3 Quayside Arcade, St. Mawes, Truro TR2 5DT. Telephone 01326 270008.DATA PROTECTIONWe treat all data confidentially and with the utmost care and respect. If you do not wish your personal details to be used by us for any specific purpose, then you can unsubscribe or change your communication preferences and contact methods at any time by informing us either by email or in writing at our offices in Truro or St Mawes.DIRECTIONSProceed along Newham road passing Tesco and Aldi and continue from almost a mile where the property can be found on the right hand side of the road.