Probus, Truro, TR2

GRADE II LISTED FOUR BEDROOM REFURBISHED CHARACTER FARMHOUSE

A large detached period farmhouse on the very edge of Probus village. Renovated to a superb and tasteful standard in keeping with the Cornish character and charm.

In all comprising; sitting room, formal dining room, kitchen, snug, utility and cloakroom to the ground floor. Four well proportioned bedrooms (two being ensuite) and family bathroom to the first floor.

Large, well maintained gardens, double garage with additional two storey adaptable living space.

Freehold. EPC- D. Council Tax- E.

GENERAL REMARKS AND LOCATION

Parkengear Farmhouse has been lovingly restored and renovated by the current owners. In keeping with it's Grade II listing, the character and charm of the property remains with modern touches and well proportioned living space throughout. Sat within wonderful, mature grounds and with flexible accommodation, it will suit a range of buyers looking to live on the outskirts of the ever popular village of Probus.Period features include improved multipane sash windows, large inglenook fireplaces, canopied ceilings and stripped oak door frames.In all, the accommodation comprises: kitchen, formal dining room, sitting room, snug, utility room and cloakroom to the ground floor, with four double bedrooms (two ensuite) and family bathroom to the first floor. There is a large double garage/workshop with two storey potential annexe (with existing consent for gym/hobby/play room), legitimised has been applied for to create additional auxiliary accommodation. The property is accessed over a large driveway with ample parking for multiple vehicles. The grounds have been meticulously planned with a variety of borders, shrubs and specimen plants. There is a large, level lawn. Rear seating area with gravel chippings. Front level patio enjoying a sunny aspect perfect for dining and entertaining in the summer months.

Parkengear literally translates to Fortification in a Field . It is essentially an ancient settlement and in one of the nearby fields there are protected burial mounds. The property comprises the farmhouse to the original working farm and is an interesting building which is Grade II Listed.

PROBUS

Probus is a thriving community approximately six miles east of Truro and a little further west of St. Austell. The village has an excellent range of everyday facilities including Parish Church, public house, primary school, farm shop, general stores with post office, village hall, Chinese and Indian takeaways and even a fish and chip shop. A very regular bus service connects to both St. Austell and Truro and here there are a wider range of facilities including banks, building societies, schools, colleges and main line railway link to London (Paddington). The village is also easily accessible to the picturesque Roseland Peninsula and many of the beaches along the south Cornish coast.

THE FARMHOUSE

The farmhouse is an attractive building with mellow stone elevations under a slated roof and with a mixture of white painted sash and casement windows. The interior is now beautifully presented with a number of contemporary finishes. In greater detail the accommodation comprises (all measurements are approximate):

Ground floor

ENTRANCE PORCH

With access to:-

CLOAKROOM

With wash hand basin and W.C., tiled flooring and glazed window.

HALLWAY

Tiled with stairs to the first floor and storage recess under.

SITTING ROOM

A dual aspect room focusing to a inglenook fireplace with clome oven. Now reinstated with a new wood burner and slate surround. Detailed alcove shelving and window seat. Carpeted flooring and one radiator.

FORMAL DINING ROOM

A dual aspect room panelled to dado height. With period fireplace surround and new multifuel burner with slate hearth, and a built-in cupboard to one side. Ceramic oak effect tiles, spotlighting and radiator.

KITCHEN

A superb room which ties the character of a Shaker style kitchen with modern appliances. A range of base and eye level cupboard with a feature quartz topped breakfast island. All items are integrated and will remain at the property. 5 ring induction hob, microwave, double oven, dishwasher and floor to ceiling fridge. 1 and a half inset sink with boiling water mixer tap over. Metro tile splashbacks and ceramic oak effect tiles with underfloor heating. Multipane door to the rear entrance and dual aspect.

SNUG

A cosy dual aspect room with recess suitable for an electric stove. Perfect for a less formal sitting room. Characterful tiled flooring. Two ceiling mounted lights and radiator. Steps into:-

UTILITY ROOM

With stable door to the outside, continued tiled flooring and a range of base and eye level Shaker style cupboard with marble effect worktops over. Sink and drainer, plumbing for washing machine, Greenstar Highflow gas boiler and radiator. Door way into:-

INNER LOBBY

With multipane window and radiator. Linen cupboard.

First floor

LANDING

With radiators and window.

MASTER BEDROOM

Low level multipane window and panelling to dado height. Alcove cupboard. Carpeted flooring and ceiling mounted light.

ENSUITE BATHROOM

Tiled to half height with feature freestanding roll top bath, enclosed shower unit with waterfall and hand held showerhead. Pedestal hand wash basin and low level W.C. Heated towel rail. Tiled effect vinyl flooring and obscured window to the side.

BEDROOM 2

Canopied ceiling, multipane window, carpeted flooring, radiator and ceiling mounted light.

BEDROOM 3

Canopied ceiling, multipane window, carpeted flooring, radiator, built in wardrobe, loft hatch and door into:-

ENSUITE SHOWER ROOM

Enclosed shower with waterfall and hand held shower head. Pedestal hand wash basin and W.C. Heated towel rail and tile effect vinyl flooring.

BEDROOM 4

Panelling to dado height, multipane window, built in wardrobe space, carpeted flooring and ceiling mounted light. Pedestal sink and radiator.

FAMILY BATHROOM

A beautifully presented bathroom with feature freestanding rolltop bath, Crittal style enclosed waterfall shower and Jack and Jill vanity unit sink with storage under. Low level W.C., panelling to dado height, heated towel rail, obscured multipane window and LVT flooring.

POTENTIAL ANNEXE

Accessed through a side door and in keeping with the main house, there is a wonderful opportunity to create auxiliary accommodation. The current planning includes a store room to the ground floor and hobby room/workshop to the first floor. Set up as two rooms (potential bedrooms) with ensuite bathroom and a hobby/gym space currently with built in kitchen facilities. There is brilliant potential here to provide accommodation for a dependant family member and as such retrospective consent for the conversion of garage to ancillary annexe has been applied for.

DOUBLE GARAGE

With electric up and over door. Hard flooring, power and water connected. Housing the electric hot water cylinder.

OUTSIDE

A low stone wall with metal railings and gate provides an attractive entrance into the farmhouse from the road and here there is an area of enclosed level patio space perfect for enjoying the summer months, interplanted with camellias, pittosporum, a selection of palms. To the rear entrance of the property is a large gravelled area which is currently being utilised as an outdoor entertaining space with gazebo over. There is a further expansive, level lawn which can be accessed through double gates from the forecourt. The whole plot has been meticulously thought through and all areas have beautifully planted borders which enjoy specimen plants on show throughout each season.

SERVICES

Mains electric, water and gas. New private sewage treatment plant.

N.B

The electrical circuit, appliances and heating system have not been tested by the agents.

VIEWING

Strictly by Appointment through the Agents Philip Martin, 9 Cathedral Lane, Truro, TR1 2QS. Telephone: 01872 242244 or 3 Quayside Arcade, St. Mawes, Truro TR2 5DT. Telephone 01326 270008.

DIRECTIONS

Approaching eastbound on A390 after Tresillian, continue on dual carriageway up the hill for approximately 2 miles passing St Mawes turning on right and the Probus turning and Griggs car garage on left. You will see after approximately 50 yds a roadsign with an image of a cow . Indicate left and turn into lane where Parkengear Farmhouse can be found approx. 50 yds along on right hand side. Driveway parking is accessed on right just past the main house.

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