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Cash buyers only - An impressive and distinguished detached residence situated in the highly regarded Kenwyn area of Truro.
Designed by the renowned architect Alfred Cornelius, this stunning house offers five bedrooms, three generous reception rooms, three stylish bathrooms as well as an en-suite.
Retaining many features associated with the Cornelius design and era, the property stands in spacious gardens with a detached double garage, ample driveway parking and open views out across the city of Truro.
The Property An Impressive individual house set in the highly regarded Kenwyn area of Truro.
Designed by the renowned architect Alfred Cornelius, this magnificent property offers five bedrooms, three generous reception rooms and two stylish bathrooms as well as an en-suite shower room for the main bedroom.
There is an impressive entrance hall with galleried, turning staircase. The property retains many fine features associated with the Cornelius design and era.
The property stands in generous gardens and to the side is a large garage which is an area that has potential for further development, subject to planning.
(Cash Buyers only, please see agents note) The Accommodation Comprises All dimensions are approximate.
Entrance Vestibule With substantial wooden front door, mat well, tiled floor, inner door leading into: Galleried Entrance Hall With solid oak floor, turning staircase leading to landing and large window to front, understairs cupboard, two radiators.
Cloakroom Window to front and side. Quarry-tiled floor, basin with storage cupboard below and WC.
Living Room (6.32m x 5.03m (into bay)) An elegant dual-aspect room with far-reaching views over the city and garden, large bay window to side elevation, wood burning stove on slate hearth.
Oak wood floor, radiator, and access via a sliding door to: Study/ Dining Room (4.06m x 3.28m) Window to rear with views over the city, extensive book shelving, oak wood floor and door back into hallway.
Studio/Reception Room (5.92m x 4.60m) Large bay window with seating overlooking the rear garden and the city, door to rear terrace, window to side elevation, Godin gas stove on hearth, and oak wood flooring.
Breakfast Room (4.70m x 3.48m) Window to front elevation, white aga converted by Blake and Bell to electric, built-in pantry cupboard, electric night storage heater, door to lobby and Kitchen (2.90m x 2.46m) Range of work tops and various units, stainless steel sink unit with drainer, door to side, tiled floor.
Rear Lobby Tiled floor and window to front elevation, electric night storage heater, door to: Utility Room Belfast sink, wall-mounted gas-fired central heating boiler and window to rear.
First Floor Landing Generous landing with airing cupboard and radiator. Bedroom One (5.92m into bay x 4.60m) Enjoying far-reaching city views, a triple-aspect room with bay window to rear.
With quality wool carpet and radiator. En-Suite Stylish and remodified suite with large shower cubicle, wash basin and WC. Tiled floor and heated towel rail.
Bedroom Two (4.60m x 3.66m) Dual-aspect with city and garden view, panelled radiator.
Bedroom Three (3.78m x 3.58m) Range of fitted wardrobes with shelving, carpeted flooring, window to rear and radiator.
Bedroom Four (4.57m x 2.84m) Window to front aspect, painted wood floor, built-in wardrobe and radiator. Bedroom Five (3.40m x 2.57m) Carpeted flooring, built-in wardrobe and window to side.
Bathroom One Remodelled room with tiling to walls and floor. Suite comprising bath, wash basin and bidet. Window to side, heated towel rail and shallow built-in storage cupboard.
Bathroom Two Comtemporary-styled room with obscure window to side. Built-in vanity storage with inset wash basin and WC. Shower cubicle, heated towel rail, radiator and tiled floor.
Outside The property is set back from Kenwyn Road by deep, tree-lined verges. Spacious driveway provides parking for numerous cars leading to double garage.
The extensive gardens are a splendid mix of spacious lawns and terraces. To the rear is a large terrace enjoying a good degree of privacy and views towards the city.
Services Mains water, electricity, drainage and gas. Council Tax band 'E'. Boiler housed within utility room.
Agents Note This property has been tested and regretfully has been found to have Mundic in a few places and is not suitable for mortgage purposes and therefore cash buyers only.
Directions From the Centre of Truro, driving, proceed towards Perranporth, go past the Police station and then Premier stores, under the railway bridge, past the City Inn and then once you have gone past the next left hand junction and over the pedestrian crossing, the property will be found a few hundred meters on the left behind the pollarded trees.
Material Information Verified Material Information Council tax band: E Council tax annual charge: £3294.37 a year Tenure: Freehold Property type: House Property construction: Standard form Number and types of room: 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2 receptions Electricity supply: Mains electricity Solar Panels: No Other electricity sources: No Water supply: Mains water supply Sewerage: Mains Heating: Gas Central heating and electric.
Heating features: Double glazing, Night storage, and Wood burner Broadband: Yes Parking: Garage, Driveway, Gated, Off Street, and Private Building safety issues: No Restrictions - Listed Building: No Restrictions - Conservation Area: No Restrictions - Tree Preservation Orders: Yes Long-term flood risk: No Coastal erosion risk: No Planning permission issues: No Accessibility and adaptations: None Coal mining area: No Non-coal mining area: Yes Energy Performance rating: 'D' All information is provided without warranty.
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