We've tightened what earns a Pursue. A home now needs a published valuation, a strategy that still makes money after real running costs and lender stress tests, and no listing problems that would stop a mortgage. You'll see fewer Pursues, and each one has been checked harder.
See how verdicts work5-bedroom detached house · TR26 2HG
For saleListed 252 days
Opportunity summary
See Archie’s verdict, returns by strategy and what to check before viewing.
About
A large five bedroom detached residence in St Ives coming onto the open market for the first time since the vendors built it in the late 60's and has been a much loved family home since then.
Very well looked after, bright and light interior with ample off road parking, large garage, good sized rear gardens with timber outbuildings.
Located at the higher end of St Ives but close to local amenities, shops, schools and bus stops.
Accommodation offered: large living room, dining room, large kitchen / diner, utility room, bedroom and shower room on the ground floor with four further bedrooms (three doubles), bathroom and WC on the first floor.
Gas central heating and double glazing all compliment this super home and viewing is highly recommended Entrance Porch Tiled flooring multi glazed door and side panel into Entrance Hall Large entrance hall with oak flooring, radiator, stairs to first floor, power points.
The entrance hall gets some super light from the glass block window from the stairs Living Room 19' 11'' x 14' 11'' (6.06m x 4.54m) Large room with double glazed window to the front, radiators, oak flooring, feature fireplace with log burner onset granite hearth and shelving to the side, ample power points, TV point Dining Room 12' 0'' x 10' 4'' (3.67m x 3.14m) Double glazed window to the front with radiator under, oak flooring, power points Kitchen / Diner 18' 6'' x 11' 4'' (5.63m x 3.46m) Lovely light and open kitchen / diner with oak flooring, double glazed window to the side, radiator, space for dining table, chairs and sofa.
Kitchen comprises and extensive range of modern eye and base level units with ample granite worktop surfaces over, double glazed window looking into the garden, ceramic one and a quarter sink unit and drainer with taps over, eye level electric double oven / grill, four ring gas hob, power points, multi glazed door into Utility Room 9' 1'' x 3' 9'' (2.78m x 1.15m) Tiled flooring, window to the rear, plumbing for washing machine and space for fridge freezer, built in cupboards, radiator, door to walk in larder and double glazed door to the rear.
Shower Room 6' 11'' x 6' 5'' (2.11m x 1.95m) UPVC double glazed frosted window to the rear, close coupled WC, walk in shower cubicle with mains connected shower inset, pedestal wash hand basin, radiator, tiled flooring Bedroom 13' 1'' x 9' 8'' (3.98m x 2.95m) UPVC double glazed window to the rear and radiator under, oak flooring, sink unit inset dressing table, power points, built in wardrobes housing hanging space and shelving First floor full turn open tread wood staircase with glass block window on turn giving some excellent light.
Main landing with doors to Bedroom 10' 7'' x 15' 0'' (3.22m x 4.57m) Window to the front with radiator under, built in wardrobe housing hanging space and shelving, sink unity inset dressing table, power point Bedroom 14' 10'' x 10' 7'' (4.53m x 3.23m) Double glazed window to the front, radiator, built in wardrobes housing hanging space and shelving, sink unit inset dressing table, power points Bedroom 10' 8'' x 8' 1'' (3.26m x 2.46m) Double glazed window to yeh side, radiator, built in wardrobe, sink units, power points Bathroom 9' 7'' x 7' 9'' (2.91m x 2.35m) Good sized bathroom with double glazed frosted window to the rear, tiled flooring, close couple WC, panelled bath, pedestal sink unit, radiator Cloakroom Double glazed window to the rear, close coupled WC, tiled flooring Bedroom 11' 11'' x 9' 11'' (3.62m x 3.01m) Double glazed window to the rear, radiator, built in wardrobe, sink unit, power points Garage 38' 0'' x 9' 10'' (11.58m x 2.99m) Large garage, we would estimate at least triple length, power and light connected, metal up and over door.
Door to the garden and window to the rear Outside To the front of the property is a large off road blocked paved parking area comfortable for four vehicles with access the garage and side gate to the rear garden.
The rear gardens are an excellent size and designed with low maintenance in mind.
Mainly laid to patio there is an array of raised flower bed and planting areas, ideal for growing vegetable and fruit trees.
There are 2 timber built workshops / summer house with electric connected that could do with some upgrading and a greenhouse.
Outside water tap and gate access to the front Material Information Verified Material Information Council Tax band: F Property type: House Property construction: Standard construction Energy Performance rating: Survey Instructed Electricity supply: Mains electricity Solar Panels: No Other electricity sources: No Water supply: Mains water supply Sewerage: Mains Heating: Mains gas-powered central heating is installed.
Heating features: Wood burner and Double glazing Broadband: FTTP (Fibre to the Premises) Mobile coverage: O2 - Great, Vodafone - Great, Three - OK, EE - Good Parking: Garage and Driveway Building safety issues: No Restrictions - Listed Building: No Restrictions - Conservation Area: No Restrictions - Tree Preservation Orders: None Public right of way: No Long-term area flood risk: No.
New flood defence scheme is in place Historical flooding: No Flood defences: No Coastal erosion risk: No Planning permission issues: No Accessibility and adaptations: None Coal mining area: No Non-coal mining area: Yes All...
Value & comps
No previous sales on record.
Returns
Set an offer; the calculator follows it.
We're still gathering serviced-accommodation data for this area.
Archie refurb estimate: a Pro feature
0.0% below asking
This is not financial or investment advice. Prop AI Deals is not authorised by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) to provide investment advice.
All investment calculators, property analyses, and AI-generated insights are for informational purposes only. Property investment carries risk and may result in financial loss. All calculations should be independently verified and you should consult with FCA-authorised financial advisers before making any investment decisions.
Past performance does not guarantee future results. Tax implications vary by individual circumstances.
Deal
Properties like this can earn 2–3x BTL yields when converted to HMO, with retrofit costs around £10k/room. Sign in to see the full tier, yield projection, and cost breakdown.
Commercial properties like this can earn 30-50% higher yields when converted to residential under Class MA / Q / P / PA, with prior approval costing ~GBP 96/unit. Sign in to see the recommended route, yield uplift, and cost breakdown.
BRRR-suited properties can recycle 80-100% of investor capital on refi, leaving a high-yielding rental with most of the money out. Sign in to see the refurb cost stack, ARV projection, and refinance maths.
Detached + large garden = sub-division play. Pro tier unlocks the tier badge, plot size, uplift estimate, and regional land benchmark.
Short-lease flats trade at deep discount, but extending under the 1993 Act often costs far less than the discount. Pro tier unlocks the tier badge, premium breakdown, long-lease ARV and arbitrage maths.
See projected short-stay revenue vs a vanilla BTL for this property.
See real sub-let margins (HMO room rates & SA nightly rates) vs the landlord rent.
Area
Agent & docs

FAQ
About Hellesvean, St Ives, Cornwall
Explore nearby