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19 The Crags, Maenporth Falmouth, TR11 5HN

A ground floor apartment in a well regarded private estate, enjoying glorious beach and sea views

Falmouth 5 miles Truro 13 miles

• Ground floor apartment • 2 bedrooms (one-en-suite) • 2 Terraces • Leisure amenities • Superb beach and sea views • Bathroom • Perfect holiday home •

Guide price £249,000

Cornwall | Devon | Somerset | Dorset | London 19 The Crags, Maenporth, Falmouth, TR11 5HN

SITUATION built known as the Crag which eventually became the much loved Set in an exclusive development above Maenporth, 19 The Crags is Crags Hotel. In true Dr Maurier fashion this grand house was one of a collection of leasehold apartments set within The destroyed by fire, still vividly remembered locally. After the fire the Maenporth Estate set in a glorious elevated position above sandy remains of the hotel were demolished, a new drive way added and Maenporth Beach, The secure, timbered grounds approach 30 acres, the present Maenporth estate was built by the well respected with excellent leisure amenities including an indoor heated company Pilkintons. The estate was completed around 2003. Little swimming pool complex, barbecue area, all-weather tennis courts, evidence is left of the house and gardens except for a number of children's play area and boat storage. majestic trees, the woodland, and the dry stone wall surrounding Pendennis Point to Rosemullion Head is a picturesque stretch of the terrace of the Crags. In 1978 the Aberdeen trawler Benasdale coastline wrapping around , and includes Maenporth. was wrecked on the rocks to the left of the Cove. Many people The beach is a favourite with families featuring a delightful sandy braved the storm to help the crew including the owner of the Crags cove with a beach cafe, the renowned Cove Restaurant and a variety hotel. Little remains of the Benasdale today, but at low tide the hull of water sports on offer. From Maenporth beach the South West becomes visible from the Crags and the beach. Coast path provides beautiful cliff top views to Falmouth in the East and to the in the West. DESCRIPTION 19 The Crags is an impeccably presented apartment boasting one of The scenic harbour town of Falmouth is approximately 3 miles the best positions within the development, with two terraces both distant with direct access to the fine day sailing waters of the Carrick enjoying beautiful glorious sea and coastal vistas encompassing wide Roads. Approximately 1.5 miles away is the village of Smith expanses of Falmouth Bay to St. Anthony's Head in the distances and which benefits from a Post Office/General Store and a number of out to sea and views across the beautiful rolling Cornish countryside. other local shops, restaurants, pubs and churches. The area is well known for its fine walks together with two golf courses and The properties within this highly regarded estate are holiday subtropical gardens of national renown including Glendurgan and restricted and cannot be used as a principal residence but can be Trebah. holiday let throughout the year and are ideal for those buyers looking for a perfectly situated, and easily maintained holiday home Within approximately 13 miles is the cathedral city of Truro which and letting investment. now forms the commercial heart of the County. There is also a COMMUNAL ENTRANCE mainline railway station connecting with Paddington whilst further Stairs descending to: the private main entrance. up the north coast in Airport which offers a number of flights to both domestic and international destinations. ENTRANCE HALL HISTORY Video intercom access, storage cupboard In 1836 the Maenporth estate was the summer house and pleasure LIVING ROOM/DINING ROOM/KITCHEN gardens of an important local family. An impressive mansion was 19 The Crags, Maenporth, Falmouth, TR11 5HN

A beautiful spacious and airy open plan room with large glass doors areas of woodland and lawn areas. A secure barrier allows entrance leading to a generous sun terrace with views over the countryside, to the Estate. All residents enjoy exclusive use of the on-site leisure beach and sea beyond towards St Anthony's lighthouse. The kitchen facilities which include a heated 15m swimming pool, spa, sauna area is well equipped with a range of base and wall units with sink and tennis courts. and worktops over. Integral appliances include: Oven, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Dishwasher, Hob, Cooker hood, Fan extractor, Waste SERVICES disposal unit, and the Washing/Drying machine. Wood effect Mains electricity, water and drainage are connected to the property. flooring. Electric heater. Telephone points (subject to supplier's regulations). Economic off- peak electric heating. INTERNAL HALL Electric heater, leading to: TENURE The property is held on a 999 year lease from 1989 and is subject to BATHROOM a planning condition that prohibits its use as a sole or principal Beautifully appointed and fully tiled. Low level WC, pedestal wash residence. Each leaseholder also benefits from a share of the hand basin, bath with shower over, glass screen, electric towel freehold of the entire site. The property may be let for holiday warmer, underfloor heating. purposes for a full 52 weeks of the year. AIRING CUPBOARD SERVICE CHARGES Linen storage. Plumbing for washing machine. The current service charge is approximately £1632.00 Plus VAT per half year,, for the current financial year ending 1st April 2016. This BEDROOM 1 covers the full cost of running the estate, including management of Patio doors leading to sun terrace, sea views, electric wall heater, the grounds and the leisure centre, and all external maintenance. storage cupboard/wardrobe with water heater. The maintenance fee does not include the buildings insurance, this is EN-SUITE paid separately by each owner. Beautifully appointed and fully tiled. Hidden cistern WC, bidet, vanity GROUND RENT wash basin, heated towel rail, shower cubicle, underfloor heating. £50 per annum. BEDROOM 2 VIEWING Sliding patio door to sun terrace, sea views, electric wall heater. Strictly by prior appointment with Stags Truro office on 01872 264488. OUTSIDE DIRECTIONS The properties within the beautiful manicured communal grounds of The Maenporth Estate extend to around 30 acres comprising of Proceed to Maenporth on reaching the beach turn right after the Cove Restaurant on the right hand side and proceed to barrier where a member of Stags will meet with you. 19 The Crags, Maenporth, Falmouth, TR11 5HN

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