5 bed detached house for sale

Church Hill, Hessenford, Cornwall PL11

Stunning 'Gentleman's Residence' situated on the edge of Seaton Valley in the pretty Cornish village of Hessenford. Breifly comprising; reception hallway, lounge/drawing room, dining room, kitchen/breakfast room, four bedrooms to the first floor with master ensuite, family bathroom and roof terrace. To the lower ground floor there is further accommodation ideally could be used as a seperate self contained annexe. Large gardens, parking and garage. EPC D.

Over view

A detached, elegant south facing village house offering spacious and versatile accommodation with potential annexe, in a village setting, privately situated within delightful gardens of approximately 0.5 Acres. 3200 sq ft, in size comprising reception Hall, 33? Large drawing room, dining room, kitchen/breakfast Room, 4 double bedrooms (1 ensuite), shower room/wc, roof terrace, recreation room/bedroom/potential annexe with shower room/wc and kitchenette. Gated driveway, garage, workshop, mature gardens, solar pv with battery and ev charge point.

Description

St Annes is a beautifully presented period home. Set within its own grounds in the popular village of Hessenford. A short walk to Seaton Park and the village pub. The villages of Seaton and Downderry, offering further eateries, pubs and dog friendly beaches, are within walking distance via a woodland walk.. The Seaside town of Looe is a short drive, where there are further amenities such as shops, pubs, schools and doctors surgery. St Germans is within reach where you have the mainline Penzance - Paddington route. Further amenities such as supermarkets can be found at neighbouring towns, Liskeard, Saltash and Torpoint.

The property grounds are entered via private and secure wrought iron gates in to a large circular parking area, with roundabout, garaging and ev points.

Entering the property one arrives in a welcoming, elegantly tiled reception hall with doors to both front and rear. Doors off to a utility room with WC, lounge/drawing room, dining room and kitchen breakfast room. An impressive dog leg staircase rises to the first floor.

This home is believed to date back to the late 1700's and the reception hallway was historically the main kitchen for the home, and even has an alcove where the old bread oven was situated.

The main reception room to this property is a large L shaped space with windows to front and side aspect, enjoying views over the private gardens. The sitting area has a beautiful stone fireplace with central wood burner. This room has a great feeling of light and space, with its high ceilings and also commands many period features.

The centrally located utility room has windows to rear, having the benefit of a low level flush WC, ceramic one and a half bowl sink and drainer unit, fitted cupboards plus space for washing machine and tumble dryer.

The grand dining room has windows to front and side with a splendid outlook over the gardens. Having plenty of space for formal dining, and folding doors to the kitchen/breakfast room, this area is perfect for dinner parties or family get togethers.

Kitchen/breakfast room, is a fantastic area, with a high quality fitted kitchen, comprising, a range of base units and sliding cutlery drawers, sink and drainer unit with mixer tap, plus filtered water tap. Complimented by a quartz work top. Space for dishwasher and white goods. Windows to both front and rear. Tiled flooring. Alcove with electric Aga cooker. Door to boiler room, with plenty of space for storage. The breakfast area has plenty of space for table and chairs by the South facing window, ideal for more casual dining.

A particular feature of this remarkable home is the lift, which has access to all three floors and dates back to the early sixties. It has been updated over the years and is serviced at least once a year with full documentary evidence.

The first floor has a roomy landing with windows to rear and alcove space, plus walk in airing cupboard. Bedroom four is situated to the rear, with windows to side overlooking the local vista, with a decorative alcove and fitted wardrobes. Bedroom three is set to the front, and has a stunning south facing view over the local rolling countryside and also over the vast gardens. This bedroom also has the benefit of the lift plus fitted wardrobes.

Bedroom two is also set to the front, with fabulous views with windows to both front and side aspect. Enjoying fabulous views.

The family shower room is centrally located with windows to rear. Matching suite comprising; low level flush WC, wash hand basin set in to vanity unit, plus shower enclosure with wall mounted shower.

The master suite is the 'piece de resistance' with this exceptional property, with two walk in wardrobes with hanging rails and shelving. A beautifully presented ensuite with low level flush WC, wash hand basin and a free standing roll top bath with wall mounted shower and glazed screen. Heated towel rail and window to rear.

Double doors from this room open out on to a Sunny roof terrace. Perfect for an evening soiree, or morning coffee.

The lower ground floor is a real gem. Entered in to a kitchen area, with a range of wall and base units complimented by work tops and tiled to splash back areas. Sink and drainer unit. Inset electric hob. A main reception area, that can be used for a multitude of options, door leading to shower room, with a low level flush WC, wash hand basin and shower. This floor also benefits from the lift access, taking you to ground and first floor levels. Also houses a safe within a safe installed during the war. Current owners are using this walk in vault as a handy wine store.

This area would make an amazing space for hobbies, office space, or fit perfectly as a self-contained annexe.

The large enclosed gardens, encompass the home and have many areas to sit and enjoy the sunshine. From lawns, to patios, vegetable plots and chicken coup to sun terraces. This garden really has it all. With a 'woodland feel' any green fingered enthusiasts will relish the opportunity to buy this property. Vehicular access is also available at the bottom of the garden via a private gate where there are further sheds.

The house benefits from owned solar panels and 13kw of battery storage. In 2019 the roof was renovated with new slates and replacement timbers where needed.

Viewings are essential to appreciate all what St Annes has to offer. The lucky purchaser will have a stunning home in a fabulous location.