Land for sale

Carninney Lane, Carbis Bay, St. Ives, Cornwall TR26

Commanding an elevated setting with stunning panoramic sea views, across Carbis Bay, to Godrevy Lighthouse and miles beyond is an incredible opportunity to build your own eco-home. Tucked away into a peaceful pocket of Carbis Bay, this building plot is just moments from the vibrant town of St. Ives, a choice of beaches and enjoys both rural surroundings and sea views, a very rare find.

The proposed design is for a C. 2852sq.ft (265sq.m) home of reverse accommodation to maximise the breathtaking views from the main living areas and principal bedroom. Designed initially as three bedrooms, three receptions and a garage, there is an opportunity to contract the land owner and architect to add your own ideas and build your dream home for you. There are further exciting drawings to add a basement living leisure suite, swimming pool and sauna extending the home to C 3,500sq.ft.

In keeping with the nearby homes, the external finish is proposed to be clad in a mix of natural stone and timber cladding to create a classical but contemporary aesthetic.

Conditional planning permission was initially granted under planning application PA19/10283 and subsequently altered (PA22/10233), with development to begin 3 years from the date of permission (12th January 2023).<br /><br />The grounds extend to C.0.5 acres with a large to private drive way to the front and generous terraced gardens to the rear. Accessible from the floor, the west facing gardens are a tranquil sun trap which are beautifully sheltered and private.<br /><br />Carbis Bay is a picturesque seaside village with a stunning sheltered beach popular with paddle boarders and kayakers. There is a choice of dining from Walter’s On The Beach and The Carbis Bay Hotel to fine dining with Ugly Butterfly by Adam Handling.

Nearby St. Ives is a beautiful seaside town in Cornwall, renowned for its artistic community, stunning beaches, and picturesque harbour. It's famous for its clear light, which has attracted artists for centuries, including luminaries like Barbara Hepworth and Bernard Leach. The town is dotted with art galleries, showcasing a diverse range of works inspired by its coastal beauty. St. Ives also boasts beautiful sandy beaches, including Porthmeor Beach, popular for surfing, and Porthminster Beach, known for its golden sands and calm waters.

The maze of cobbled streets are lined with shops, cafes, and restaurants offering locally sourced seafood and Cornish delicacies. The iconic Tate St. Ives gallery overlooks Porthmeor Beach, showcasing contemporary art alongside pieces inspired by the local landscape. It's a vibrant and cultural hub, attracting visitors from around the world.

Truro, approximately 23 miles away, offers the county’s leading scholastic, business and shopping facilities. The city also has a main line railway station to London Paddington whilst Newquay Airport on the north coast offers daily scheduled flights to London Gatwick Airport as well as departures to several other national and international destinations.