Higher Penpoll Cottage NEAR MAWNAN SMITH • FALMOUTH Gorgeous country cottage with barns in rural hamlet close to the Higher Penpoll Cottage, Mawnan Smith, Falmouth, , TR11 5JS Mawnan Smith - 0.8 miles Durgan Cove – 1 mile Port Navas – 2.4 miles Falmouth – 6.3 miles – 13.5 miles Airport – 32.4 miles (all distances are approximate) n Private position in wonderful valley n Available for sale for the first time since 1968 n Four bedrooms n Three reception rooms n Bathroom and shower room n Detached stone barn and former piggery n Further outbuilding n Double garage The small village of Port Navas is centred around a handful of and now comprises four bedrooms, three reception rooms and stone cottages at the head of a wooded creek, beside its very own separate bath and shower rooms. The property retains much n Southerly aspect village hall and yacht club, and of course the renowned Duchy original character, including sash windows, beamed ceilings, n Sophisticated front garden Oyster Farm. and slate-flagged floors. n Large private gardens adjoining farmland Much of the countryside surrounding the Helford estuary is To the side of the cottage, a glazed entrance porch with a n Grade II Listed owned by the National Trust and is designated as an Area of cloakroom leads through to the wonderful dual aspect sitting Outstanding Natural Beauty with numerous lovely creekside room with a recessed fireplace, wooden flooring and exposed Situation and coastal walks within easy reach. The cathedral city of beams. From here, the charming kitchen-dining room has a Truro, about 13 miles away, offers the widest range of shopping, Higher Penpoll Cottage occupies a private setting in a small delightful window seat, slate flagged floor, an oil-fired Nobel schooling and commercial facilities in Cornwall. From Truro rural hamlet on the side of a valley between Mawnan Smith and range, and a fabulous granite sink. The original front door and there is a mainline rail link to London Paddington. Helford Passage, and about a mile from the National Trust cove entrance porch lead out from here to the enchanting front garden. of Durgan on the north bank of the Helford River estuary. Behind the kitchen-dining room is a functional kitchen with The Property built-in cabinets, twin sinks, timber worktop and vaulted ceiling. The nearby village of Mawnan Smith provides a good range of shops and amenities including primary school and public house, Originally part of a larger farm, Higher Penpoll Cottage is a Off this is a walk-in larder with cold shelf. whilst the colourful harbour town of Falmouth with its university, delightful detached cottage, Listed Grade II, set in mature private On the first floor there are four bedrooms, plus an additional yacht marinas, National Maritime Museum and Royal Cornwall gardens, adjoining surrounding farmland. walk-through room, currently home to a sofa bed for additional Yacht Club is also close at hand. There is a golf course at the Formerly a double fronted cottage, it has been extended occasional bedroom space. There are separate bath and shower nearby Budock Vean Hotel that also has a spa and swimming pool. by our clients during their ownership of nearly 50 years, rooms, both marble-tiled with white suites. Reproduced from the Ordnance Survey. Not to Scale mapping with permission of the Controller of Her Majesty’s Stationery Office © Crown copyright (100041908)

Outbuildings Separated by a walled garden, there is a large, two-storey stone barn and attached former piggery, also Listed Grade II. The first floor of this building is currently open-plan and utilised as a wonderful artist’s studio with an open beamed ceiling, woodburner, kitchenette and windows to two elevations. At the rear it opens out into a private garden with apple trees bordered by farmland on three sides. The barn is also steeped in history and it is believed that during WWII, it was used to rehabilitate German prisoners of war. In addition to this barn, there is a further two storey outbuilding with timber doors, and a detached double garage with pitched slate roof to the west of the house. Gardens and Grounds The gardens and grounds are a true joy and offer great opportunities. Immediately to the front of the cottage, there is a delightful stone-walled garden with shrub roses and slate path to the original entrance porch. To the west of the cottage and separating it from the lane is a large lawned garden bounded by mature trees. To the rear of the house is a large loggia providing an excellent covered, outdoor eating and entertaining area. The two storey stone barn has its own walled garden and entrance gate which separates it from the cottage, while at the rear there is a large garden surrounded by trees and farmland on three sides. The driveway provides ample parking for several cars and/or boats.

Higher Penpoll Cottage Services Mains electricity and water. Private drainage. Oil-fired range, Gross internal floor area (approx): 201.9 sq m / 2174 sq ft hot water and central heating system. (Excludes Restricted Head Height, Outbuildings & Garage) Outbuildings and garage gross internal floor area (approx): 249.5 sq m / 2686 sq ft Viewing For identification purposes only. Not to scale. Strictly by appointment with Savills. Directions Travel through Mawnan Smith and shortly after leaving the village towards Helford/Port Navas, turn right opposite the turning to Durgan. Follow this lane down into the bottom of the valley. Continue past Higher Penpoll Farmhouse and the gate to Higher Penpoll Cottage is on the right hand side at the end of the lane. Fixtures and Fittings Only those mentioned in these sales particulars are included in the sale. All others such as curtains, light fittings, garden ornaments, etc, are specifically excluded but may be available by separate negotiation. Outbuilding Ground Floor Important Notice Savills, their clients and any joint agents give notice that: Stone Barn First Floor 1. They are not authorised to make or give any representations or warranties in relation to the property either here or Ground Floor elsewhere, either on their own behalf or on behalf of their client or otherwise. They assume no responsibility for any statement that may be made in these particulars. These particulars do not form part of any offer or contract and must not be relied upon as statements or representations of fact. 2. Any areas, measurements or distances are approximate. The text, images and plans are for guidance only and are not necessarily comprehensive. It should not be assumed that the property has all necessary planning, building regulation or other consents and Savills have not tested any services, Outbuilding First Floor equipment or facilities. Purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise.

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