Falmouth
£550,000
Guide price
Guide price
Sold
Bedrooms: 2
For sale for the first time in approximately 40 years; an end of terrace house in this short, exclusive development of just 8 properties - 'The Crescent' - occupying a superb position 'above' the town and Greenbank, over which sensational, panoramic, 180 degree, ever-changing views are enjoyed across the constant maritime activity within the harbour, to Flushing, Trefusis Point and port area, to the deep sailing waters of the Carrick Roads and shoreline of The Roseland peninsula.
The property is spotlessly presented, provides 2 en-suite double bedrooms to the ground floor, with semi open-plan living accommodation to the first floor to further maximise the views. Well enclosed private and easily maintained gardens lie to the rear and, increasingly important in the town, there is a garage immediately next door to the property included in the sale.
Rarely for sale, with the additional benefit of immediate vacant possession and no onward chain.
THE ACCOMMODATION COMPRISES
(all dimensions being approximate)
A pathway extends across the front of this short terrace of eight properties, Number 6 being ideally positioned at the harbourside end, with a canopied and pillar-style entrance door, with exterior courtesy lighting and panelled timber door, opening into the:-
RECEPTION HALL
Radiator, broad easy rising staircase with turned balustrade leading to the part galleried first floor landing. Deep under-stair storage cupboard with gas meter, electrical trip switching and meter.
BEDROOM TWO
3.65m x 2.63m (11'11 x 8'7 )
Arched bay window with replacement uPVC double glazing to the front elevation, twin radiators, sliding door to the:-
EN-SUITE SHOWER ROOM/WC
Fully ceramic tiled walls and with a complementary contemporary white suite comprising a low flush WC, pedestal wash hand basin with mixer tap and shower cubicle with mains-powered shower. Radiator, towel rail, extractor fan.
BEDROOM ONE (PRINCIPAL)
5.51m x 3.51m (18'0 x 11'6 )
A superb bedroom suite comprising:-
BEDROOM
The full breadth of the house with magnificent picture window enjoying fabulous views over the gardens to Falmouth Harbour, Trefusis Point, the deep sailing waters of the Carrick Roads, mouth of the Percuil River and shoreline of The Roseland peninsula - surely one of the best views in Falmouth of the rising sun. Inset downlighters, radiator, telephone point, TV aerial socket, wall light points. Broad range of full height fitted wardrobes providing ample hanging and storage space. uPVC double glazed casement door opening into the rear porch and onto the gardens.
PRIVATE EN-SUITE BATH/SHOWER ROOM
Fully ceramic tiled walls, obscure double glazed uPVC window to the side elevation, panelled bath with handgrips, low flush WC, wash hand basin set in vanity unit, separate shower cubicle with mains-powered shower. Inset downlighters, radiator, towel rail, fitted boiler/airing cupboard with gas fired boiler and space with plumbing for washing machine.
FIRST FLOOR
LANDING
Access to over-head loft storage area, large walk-in storage cupboard with fitted shelving and storage locker over. Small pane casement doors to the reception rooms.
LIVING ROOM
6.60m x 4.33m (21'7 x 14'2 )
Extending the full breadth of the rear of the house and due to its elevated position, enjoys one of the finest views in Falmouth, over the town, along the waterside to the National Maritime Museum and port area, across the harbour to Flushing, surrounding countryside and Trefusis Point, and over the deep sailing waters of the Carrick Roads from St Anthonys Headland, to St Mawes Castle, the mouth of the Percuil River, and shoreline of The Roseland peninsula - no wonder this house had its accommodation reversed many years ago! Moulded ceiling cornice, two radiators, polished marble fireplace with fluted surround, ideal for a free-standing fire. TV aerial sockets and lead. broad archway opening into the dining area.
BALCONY
Possibly one of the finest vantage points anywhere in the town, with panoramic 180 degree views over the town and constantly changing marine activity in the town's harbour and beyond to the Carrick Roads. Galvanised balustrading, tiled flooring, sliding patio door from the living accommodaiton.
DINING ROOM
2.52m x 5.11m (8'3 x 16'9 )
Again, enjoying views through the lounge to the harbour, Carrick Roads and Roseland peninsula. Window to the front elevation overlooking Trevethan Road, moulded ceiling cornice, two radiators, matching ornamental arch to the:-
KITCHEN
Fitted with a high quality Duchy Kitchen in oak, comprising a range of base and wall units with round-edged worksufaces and tiled splashbacks between. Peninsula unit/breakfast bar, end display shelving, stainless steel sink unit with cutlery drainer and mixer tap, integrated Neff dishwasher, corner carousel unit, integrated Zanussi fridge and freezer, Neff double oven and grill with further cupboards above, below and to one side. uPVC double glazed window to Trevethan Road, ceramic tiled flooring.
THE EXTERIOR
COMMUNAL FRONT GARDEN
A pedestrian gate and steps lead from Trevethan Road, with this small, select development benefiting from a broad communal front garden with lawn and well stocked shrub border with copper beech tree and numerous flowering shrubs including camellias, hydrangeas, laburnum and fuchias etc. The pathway continues to the side of the house, where there is step-free access from the garage, near to which is the resident's bin storage area.
REAR PORCH
uPVC double glazed door from the principal bedroom, storage cupboard, sliding door and side panel overlooking and opening onto the:-
REAR GARDENS
Landscaped to provide three terraces; the upper and the middle terraced paved for ease of maintenance, with a sheltered loggia immediately adjacent to the house, raised flower beds, ornamental block walling and steps to the middle terrace which forms a semi-circle with a further paved area to the side, together with pedestrian gateway to the front elevation. The lower terrace is slate-paved and gravelled, again for ease of maintenance, and being well enclosed by walling and timber fencing provides a lovely, sheltered sitting-out area, with sun enjoyed for much of the day.
GARAGE
Number 6 is fortunate to benefit from one of just three garages, which lie immediately adjacent to the rear garden of Number 6 and with a pathway with handrail providing ready access to the front door. The garage is situated to the left of the block of three, is of sectional concrete construction and has a metal up-and-over door.
GENERAL INFORMATION
SERVICES
Mains electricity, water, drainage and gas are connected to the property. Telephone points (subject to supplier's regulations). Gas fired central heating.
THE CRESCENT MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE
The communal front gardens are maintained by a gardener employed by the management committee at a cost of approximately £70 per month. The appearance of the terrace has to be retained with the outside painting quoted for communally and undertaken every five years - most recently in 2022. Each property contributes a service charge of £210 per quarter to cover for the external redecoration, annual property insurance and management fees.
COUNCIL TAX
Band D - Cornwall Council.
TENURE
Freehold.
POSSESSION
For sale with the benefit of immediate vacant possession and no onward chain.
VIEWING
By telephone appointment with the vendor's Sole Agent - Laskowski & Company, 28 High Street, Falmouth, TR11 2AD. Telephone: 01326 318813.
The property is spotlessly presented, provides 2 en-suite double bedrooms to the ground floor, with semi open-plan living accommodation to the first floor to further maximise the views. Well enclosed private and easily maintained gardens lie to the rear and, increasingly important in the town, there is a garage immediately next door to the property included in the sale.
Rarely for sale, with the additional benefit of immediate vacant possession and no onward chain.
THE ACCOMMODATION COMPRISES
(all dimensions being approximate)
A pathway extends across the front of this short terrace of eight properties, Number 6 being ideally positioned at the harbourside end, with a canopied and pillar-style entrance door, with exterior courtesy lighting and panelled timber door, opening into the:-
RECEPTION HALL
Radiator, broad easy rising staircase with turned balustrade leading to the part galleried first floor landing. Deep under-stair storage cupboard with gas meter, electrical trip switching and meter.
BEDROOM TWO
3.65m x 2.63m (11'11 x 8'7 )
Arched bay window with replacement uPVC double glazing to the front elevation, twin radiators, sliding door to the:-
EN-SUITE SHOWER ROOM/WC
Fully ceramic tiled walls and with a complementary contemporary white suite comprising a low flush WC, pedestal wash hand basin with mixer tap and shower cubicle with mains-powered shower. Radiator, towel rail, extractor fan.
BEDROOM ONE (PRINCIPAL)
5.51m x 3.51m (18'0 x 11'6 )
A superb bedroom suite comprising:-
BEDROOM
The full breadth of the house with magnificent picture window enjoying fabulous views over the gardens to Falmouth Harbour, Trefusis Point, the deep sailing waters of the Carrick Roads, mouth of the Percuil River and shoreline of The Roseland peninsula - surely one of the best views in Falmouth of the rising sun. Inset downlighters, radiator, telephone point, TV aerial socket, wall light points. Broad range of full height fitted wardrobes providing ample hanging and storage space. uPVC double glazed casement door opening into the rear porch and onto the gardens.
PRIVATE EN-SUITE BATH/SHOWER ROOM
Fully ceramic tiled walls, obscure double glazed uPVC window to the side elevation, panelled bath with handgrips, low flush WC, wash hand basin set in vanity unit, separate shower cubicle with mains-powered shower. Inset downlighters, radiator, towel rail, fitted boiler/airing cupboard with gas fired boiler and space with plumbing for washing machine.
FIRST FLOOR
LANDING
Access to over-head loft storage area, large walk-in storage cupboard with fitted shelving and storage locker over. Small pane casement doors to the reception rooms.
LIVING ROOM
6.60m x 4.33m (21'7 x 14'2 )
Extending the full breadth of the rear of the house and due to its elevated position, enjoys one of the finest views in Falmouth, over the town, along the waterside to the National Maritime Museum and port area, across the harbour to Flushing, surrounding countryside and Trefusis Point, and over the deep sailing waters of the Carrick Roads from St Anthonys Headland, to St Mawes Castle, the mouth of the Percuil River, and shoreline of The Roseland peninsula - no wonder this house had its accommodation reversed many years ago! Moulded ceiling cornice, two radiators, polished marble fireplace with fluted surround, ideal for a free-standing fire. TV aerial sockets and lead. broad archway opening into the dining area.
BALCONY
Possibly one of the finest vantage points anywhere in the town, with panoramic 180 degree views over the town and constantly changing marine activity in the town's harbour and beyond to the Carrick Roads. Galvanised balustrading, tiled flooring, sliding patio door from the living accommodaiton.
DINING ROOM
2.52m x 5.11m (8'3 x 16'9 )
Again, enjoying views through the lounge to the harbour, Carrick Roads and Roseland peninsula. Window to the front elevation overlooking Trevethan Road, moulded ceiling cornice, two radiators, matching ornamental arch to the:-
KITCHEN
Fitted with a high quality Duchy Kitchen in oak, comprising a range of base and wall units with round-edged worksufaces and tiled splashbacks between. Peninsula unit/breakfast bar, end display shelving, stainless steel sink unit with cutlery drainer and mixer tap, integrated Neff dishwasher, corner carousel unit, integrated Zanussi fridge and freezer, Neff double oven and grill with further cupboards above, below and to one side. uPVC double glazed window to Trevethan Road, ceramic tiled flooring.
THE EXTERIOR
COMMUNAL FRONT GARDEN
A pedestrian gate and steps lead from Trevethan Road, with this small, select development benefiting from a broad communal front garden with lawn and well stocked shrub border with copper beech tree and numerous flowering shrubs including camellias, hydrangeas, laburnum and fuchias etc. The pathway continues to the side of the house, where there is step-free access from the garage, near to which is the resident's bin storage area.
REAR PORCH
uPVC double glazed door from the principal bedroom, storage cupboard, sliding door and side panel overlooking and opening onto the:-
REAR GARDENS
Landscaped to provide three terraces; the upper and the middle terraced paved for ease of maintenance, with a sheltered loggia immediately adjacent to the house, raised flower beds, ornamental block walling and steps to the middle terrace which forms a semi-circle with a further paved area to the side, together with pedestrian gateway to the front elevation. The lower terrace is slate-paved and gravelled, again for ease of maintenance, and being well enclosed by walling and timber fencing provides a lovely, sheltered sitting-out area, with sun enjoyed for much of the day.
GARAGE
Number 6 is fortunate to benefit from one of just three garages, which lie immediately adjacent to the rear garden of Number 6 and with a pathway with handrail providing ready access to the front door. The garage is situated to the left of the block of three, is of sectional concrete construction and has a metal up-and-over door.
GENERAL INFORMATION
SERVICES
Mains electricity, water, drainage and gas are connected to the property. Telephone points (subject to supplier's regulations). Gas fired central heating.
THE CRESCENT MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE
The communal front gardens are maintained by a gardener employed by the management committee at a cost of approximately £70 per month. The appearance of the terrace has to be retained with the outside painting quoted for communally and undertaken every five years - most recently in 2022. Each property contributes a service charge of £210 per quarter to cover for the external redecoration, annual property insurance and management fees.
COUNCIL TAX
Band D - Cornwall Council.
TENURE
Freehold.
POSSESSION
For sale with the benefit of immediate vacant possession and no onward chain.
VIEWING
By telephone appointment with the vendor's Sole Agent - Laskowski & Company, 28 High Street, Falmouth, TR11 2AD. Telephone: 01326 318813.
01326 318813
Laskowski & Co - Falmouth
28 High Street, Falmouth, Cornwall, TR11 2AD
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