THE CAPTAINS HOUSE

J O N A T H A N

C U N L I F F E The Captains House, 6 Enys Cottages, Pendeen TR19 7ED

One of just six former coastguard cottages above Pendeen with dramatic views of ‘Poldark Country’ and the North Atlantic ocean. 4 bedrooms, garage/workshop, large gardens and grounds.

• Former coastguard cottage • 4 bedrooms • Kitchen-dining room • Snug/study • Garden room • Cellar • Garage and workshop/stores • Large gardens and grounds • 0.4 Acres • 1707 sqft area

SITUATION THE HOUSE

This northern coastline of the Lands End peninsula is without The terrace of stone cottages built for the coastguard crew doubt one of the most spectacular in south west is located on a slight rise a short distance inland of the and indeed the road from St.Ives to Pendeen has often been lighthouse. The two-storey Captain’s House is located at the named as one of the most beautiful drives in Europe, with southern end of the six terraced cottages over-looking the heather-clad moorland descending to dramatic cliffs and the sea. ocean beyond. The property has been sensitively restored and upgraded This is ‘Poldark country’ and the film location for the BBC by the present owners, making the property warm and series is not far to the west - the Crown Mines at Botallack comfortable, whilst keeping as much of its original character are a World Heritage site. Between Pendeen and the as possible including for example the original fireplaces - with charming village of Zennor is the acclaimed pub and their naval anchor logos. restaurant The Gurnard’s Head, an iconic yellow-painted building just above the headland which claimed many Perhaps deceptive in size, the interior offers four bedrooms shipwrecks. To the west, St.Just with its busy village square, on the first floor, with three living spaces on the ground floor, and art galleries, and further round the peninsula Sennen including the conservatory which spans the full width of the with its golden sands and legendary surf break. house and has electric blinds and bi-fold doors out to the garden. Adjoining this is the open-plan kitchen-dining room with fireplace and wood floors. The study also has a fireplace and doors through to the conservatory. There is a large PENDEEN LIGHTHOUSE shower room (with access hatch to wine cellar!) on the Before the lighthouse was built in 1900, this spectacular ground floor and a family bathroom on the first floor. stretch of coastline between St.Just and St.Ives was the scene of many shipwrecks. became increasingly concerned about this state of affairs as the nineteenth OUTBUILDINGS century drew to its close, and decided to erect a lighthouse and fog signal at Pendeen. Designs for the building were Being the end of terrace, the house has a generous plot, prepared by Sir Thomas Matthews, the Trinity House which includes the triangle of informal grounds to the south. Engineer, with the construction being undertaken by Arthur The front gardens descend to the approach road where Carkeek, of . Messrs. Chance of supplied there is an access gate. the lantern. Pendeen Lighthouse became operational in 1900. The original oil-fired lamp lamp was replaced by an electric one in 1926 and the oil lamp is now on display at HOLIDAY LETTING the Trinity House National Lighthouse Centre in . When not being used by our clients, The Captains House is Pendeen Lighthouse was automated in 1995 and is now currently holiday let, as a four star property, through English controlled via a telemetry link from the Trinity House Country Cottages Operations Centre.

SERVICES HISTORY Mains water and electricity. LPG central heating, and private Until only a generation ago, the inhabitants of these cottages drainage. were the toughest of men with a very dangerous occupation steeped in hazard and tradition of courage. Most of them entered the Coastguards from the Royal Navy and, to this day, the first postings for the period 1819-1866 can be traced WHAT3WORDS LOCATION in the local Parish. ///dialects.magazine.propelled The Coastguards were ultimately responsible for taking all possible action to save lives, to take charge of the vessel, and to protect property. They were not always successful. DISTANCES Pendeen was famous not only for smuggling, but also for ANTI-MONEY LAUNDERING REGULATIONS IMPORTANT NOTICE ship-wrecking pirates who lured vessels onto the rocks using Pendeen village 1 mile, Zennor 7 miles, St Just 3.5 miles It is a legal requirement that we receive verified identification from all buyers before a sale can Jonathan Cunliffe, their clients and any joint agents give notice that they are not authorised to lanterns which unsuspecting mariners mistook for the above Penzance (Main Line) 8.5.miles, St Ives 11 miles be formally instructed. Your cooperation on this matter is much appreciated to ensure there in make or give any representations or warranties in relation to the property either here or elsewhere, no unnecessary delay in concluding a sale. We will inform you of the process once your offer either on their own behalf or on behalf of clients or otherwise. They assume no responsibility for beacons. has been accepted. any statement that may be made in these particulars, which do not form any part of any offer or (All distances approximate) contract and must not be relied upon as statements or representations of fact. Any areas, We understand the current owner’s great grandfather was PROOF OF FUNDING measurements or distances are approximate. The text, images and plans are for guidance only Prior to agreeing a sale, our clients may require us to obtain a proof of your financial ability to and are not necessarily comprehensive. It should not be assumed that the property has all the in the first team of keepers at Pendeen Lighthouse in 1901 purchase. Again, we ask for your cooperation on this matter to avoid any unnecessary delays necessary planning, building regulation or other consents and Jonathan Cunliffe have not tested and will inform you of what we require prior to agreeing a sale. any services, equipment or facilities. Purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise. J O N A T H A N

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