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AN ELEGANT PERIOD GRADE II LISTED TOWNHOUSE IN A CENTRAL CITY SETTING A beautifully proportioned period townhouse offering approximately 1,445 sq ft of stylish accommodation arranged over two floors.
The property combines elegant character features with modern fittings, including a superb lounge with feature fireplace, fitted kitchen with island, generous dining room, two bedrooms, two shower rooms, study, dressing room and a private decked terrace.
Set within a charming terrace with views towards Truro Cathedral and an attractive streamside outlook, this is a distinctive home in a highly convenient city centre location.
General Comments - A charming Grade II listed Georgian townhouse, beautifully modernised whilst retaining its classic period character, situated just a stone’s throw from Truro Cathedral and the city centre.
Occupying a highly attractive position within a much-regarded cul-de-sac of similar period homes, this elegant end-terraced property is offered with no onward chain and enjoys the rare city-centre benefit of a private off-road parking space with electric charging point.
The accommodation extends to approximately 1,445 sq ft and is beautifully presented throughout, combining generous proportions with a superb blend of period detail and modern fittings.
Character features include sash windows, high skirting boards, fireplaces, ornate cornicing, picture rails, ceiling roses and a graceful staircase.
The ground floor comprises a welcoming entrance hall, cloakroom/WC, study, impressive lounge with feature fireplace, stylish fitted kitchen and a substantial dining room to the rear.
The kitchen includes shaker-style units, a central island, range cooker, tiled splashback and useful integrated storage, while the dining room provides an excellent entertaining space with direct access to the private decked terrace.
On the first floor there is a master bedroom with dressing room and en suite shower room.
The dressing room offers excellent flexibility and could potentially be converted to create a third bedroom, subject to any necessary consents.
There is also a second bedroom with its own en suite shower room.
Externally, the property benefits from a delightful courtyard garden/decked terrace running alongside the river, creating a peaceful and idyllic outside space in the heart of the city.
Truro - Truro is renowned for its excellent shopping centre, fine selection of restaurants, bars, private and state schools and main line railway link to London (Paddington).
The Hall for Cornwall is also a popular venue providing all year round entertainment and other cultural facilities include the Royal Cornwall Museum and the historic Cathedral.
In greater detail the accommodation comprises (all measurements are approximate): Ground Floor - Hallway - Spacious entrance hall with stairs rising to the first floor and useful storage cupboard leading off.
Study - 1.49m x 4.00m (4'10" x 13'1") - Window to the front, carpeted flooring and radiator.
Sitting Room - 4.81m x 3.82m (15'9" x 12'6") - An incredibly large family orientated room with beautiful features including cornicing, high skirting, sash windows and bespoke shutters.
Focusing to an open grate feature fireplace with mantel over. Kitchen - 3.58m x 3.75m (11'8" x 12'3") - A range of base and eye level units with worktops over.
Range oven with 6 ring hob and extractor hood over. Built in fridge/freezer unit.
Opening into:- Lounge/Dining Room - 5.69m x 5.49m (18'8" x 18'0") - A wonderfully light and spacious room with double doors opening out onto a rear courtyard area. Window to the side and sky light.
W.C. - Low level W.C and hand wash basin. Window to side. First Floor - Landing - Turning stairs leading to a large landing with two windows allowing plenty of natural light.
Master Bedroom - 2.70m x 4.24m (8'10" x 13'10") - A superb bedroom incorporating the dressing room with two large front sash windows and open to:- Dressing Room - 2.10m x 4.26m (6'10" x 13'11") - With further window and triple built in wardrobe.
Ensuite Shower Room - 2.19m x 2.23m (7'2" x 7'3") - A large shower room tiled to half height with window to the front. Walk in shower, low level W.C and vanity hand wash basin with storage above.
Bedroom 2 - 3.68m x 3.79m (12'0" x 12'5") - A double room with window to the rear and two built in wardrobes.
En Suite - 2.14m x 1.45m (7'0" x 4'9") - Tiled to full height with walk in shower, low level WC and floating hand wash basin. Heated towel rail and shaving points.
Outside - To the front of the property is a private off road parking space, which is incredibly rare with properties in this close proximity to the centre. There is an EV car charging point.
At the rear of the property is a partially covered sun terrace which creates an idyllic quiet spot alongside the river. Services - Mains gas, water, drainage and electricity.
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.
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Tenure - Freehold. Council Tax - Directions - From Trafalgar roundabout proceed along St. Clement Street. Approximately 400 metres after the 2nd set of traffic lights turn left into Union Place.
Level walking access is also available. Number 1 can be found immediately on the left hand side and will be easily identifiable with a Philip Martin for sale board.
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