Falmouth
£925,000
Guide price
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Bedrooms: 5
One of the most admired, tall, elegant, 3-storey period houses on Woodlane, Falmouth's most sought-after tree-lined avenue, facing south and enjoying views over the town and out to sea. Providing well proportioned, fully updated and superbly appointed 4 bedroom, 3 bath/shower room accommodation, together with 2-storey annexe to the rear, ideal for a dependent relative, visiting friends or as a lucrative source of letting income etc. With beautifully stocked and landscaped gardens to both front and rear, we strongly recommend an early viewing appointment of, what is, one of Falmouth's most appealing town houses.
THE PROPERTY
Constructed, we understand, in the late 1800 s, this beautiful Victorian house was the subject of a top-to-toe refurbishment approximately twenty years ago, when purchased by our clients, with works having included reroofing, extension, new slate hanging, remodelling of the original accommodation, rewiring, the installation of a comprehensive gas fired central heating system, the replacement of many windows with quality sash-style double glazing, replumbing, the installation of contemporary sanitary ware, and the creation of a large, family sized kitchen/breakfast room with a lantern roof and doors onto the courtyard and gardens.
The front gardens have been designed and planted to provide a good degree of privacy from the roadside, with a paved terrace providing a sitting-out area. A porch opens to a deep reception hall with elegant turning staircase, with the front-facing lounge featuring a bay window and glass-fronted log-burner. An adaptable snug is ideal as a TV room or similar, with the broad family sized kitchen/breakfast room leading to a utility area and ground floor cloakroom/WC to the rear. Upstairs, there is a split level landing with library area; the principal bedroom suite faces south and enjoys views over the town to the sea, with two further large double bedrooms on this floor served by a well appointed family bath/shower room with four-piece suite. On the second floor, there is a further (fourth) bedroom, again en-suite, with dormer windows to both and rear elevations, the former with stunning views over the town and across Falmouth Bay to the shoreline of The Lizard peninsula.
The annexe to the rear of the house can be accessed by a covered walkway to the side of the property, thus providing independent access if required. The rear gardens are typical of the best in-town Victorian houses, with a cobbled courtyard area, useful store, and steps up to a fully enclosed upper garden which is extremely sheltered, private and sunny.
THE LOCATION
Woodlane needs little introduction to those who know Falmouth, being one of the town s most sought-after roads by virtue of its eclectic mix of substantial housing and home to Falmouth School of Art.
Step out of the front gardens, with its wrought iron gate and balustrading, turn left, and within approximately 350 metres you are on Falmouth s main street, off which the quays, harbourside, bars, shops and commercial facilities can all be found. Turn right, and a ten minute walk leads through Foxes Lane or Fox Rosehill Gardens to safe, sandy Gyllyngvase Beach, the seafront and South West Coast Path. Around the corner on Albany Road and Western Terrace, local facilities include a doctors surgery, tennis club, primary school and convenience store. Regular buses run along Woodlane and, at the foot of nearby Grovehill Crescent, is Falmouth s main railway halt with regular service to Penryn, the university campus at Tremough and cathedral city of Truro.
THE ACCOMMODATION COMPRISES
(All dimensions being approximate)
Paved pathway and granite steps lead through the front gardens to the:-
ENTRANCE PORCH
Part glazed window with matching fan light overlooking the gardens, cupboard housing electrical meter, glazed casement door opening into the:-
RECEPTION HALL
A lovely deep, welcoming, reception area with elegant broad staircase rising to the part galleried, split level landing. Storage cupboards under. Radiator, panelled door opening into the:-
LIVING ROOM
5.59m into bay x 4.90 max (18'4 into bay x 16'0
Broad three-bay sash window to the front elevation enjoying a lovely outlook over the well stocked gardens to the town and a glimpse of Falmouth Bay beyond. Marble fireplace with slate hearth and glass-fronted log-burner. Radiator, low voltage light sockets.
SNUG
4.17m x 3.35m (13'8 x 10'11 )
A cosy and adaptable second sitting area, with further marble fireplace and slate hearth. Full height alcoves to either side with fitted shelving. Radiator, panelled door from the hallway and archway opening into the:-
KITCHEN/DINING ROOM
8.08m max x 6.40m max (26'6 max x 20'11 max)
KITCHEN AREA
Tiled flooring continuing from the sitting/dining room, comprehensively appointed with a full range of light blue painted wall and base units with tall brushed steel handles and hardwood wood block worksurface between. Concealed pelmet lighting, broad peninsula unit with display shelving and wine racks. Twin bowl stainless steel sink unit with mixer tap and cutlery drainer, integrated Bosch dishwasher. Tall larder cupboard, broad range cooker recess with gas point and illuminated stainless steel filter canopy over. Integrated Baumatic microwave oven with further cupboards above and below, window to the side elevation. Panelled door to the:-
INNER LOBBY
Space for upright fridge/freezer, storage cupboard, part glazed door to the:-
CLOAKROOM/WC
Ceramic tiled flooring continuing from the kitchen and lobby, window to the courtyard, low flush WC, wash hand basin with mixer tap. Space and plumbing for washing machine and tumble dryer.
FIRST FLOOR
SPLIT LEVEL LANDING
The elegant staircase has, at mid landing, twin high level sash windows to the rear elevation which provide much natural light to this circulatory area. Boiler/airing cupboard housing Megaflow pressurised hot water system with immersion heater and timer switching. Wall mounted Glow-worm gas fired boiler providing domestic hot water and central heating.
UPPER LANDING
Part galleried with staircase continuing to the top floor. Radiator.
PRINCIPAL BEDROOM (ONE)
5.38m into bay x 3.86m max (17'7 into bay x 12'7
Bay window to front the elevation, radiator, door to:-
EN-SUITE SHOWER ROOM/WC
Attractive, contemporary, white, four-piece suite with low flush WC with concealed cistern, separate shower cubicle with mains-powered shower, panelled bath with mixer tap, and broad wash hand basin with drawers below. Broad window to the front elevation, concealed radiator, ceramic tiled flooring and part ceramic tiled walls. Extractor fan.
BEDROOM TWO
3.53m max x 3.51m (11'6 max x 11'6 )
Currently used as a study with window to the rear elevation looking along the length of the rear courtyard to the raised garden beyond. Broad range of fitted wardrobes the length of one wall providing ample hanging, shelving and storage space. Radiator.
REAR LANDING
Shelved 'library' area, Velux roof light.
FAMILY BATH/SHOWER ROOM
Again, containing a quality white suite with low flush WC, broad walk-in shower cubicle with mains-powered shower, panelled bath with antique-style mixer tap and shower attachment, wash hand basin with marble surround, mixer tap and cupboards below. Ceramic tiled flooring and mainly tiled walls. Inset downlighters, extractor canopy, further radiator, broad window to the side elevation, strip light/shaver socket.
BEDROOM THREE
5.03m x 3.71m (16'6 x 12'2 )
Impressive, tall, canopied ceiling with roof light in addition to a window to the side elevation. Radiator, large free-standing wardrobe to remain.
SECOND FLOOR
Turning staircase rising from the front landing, lobby with roof light, radiator and door to:-
BEDROOM FOUR
7.11m into bay x 4.11m max (23'3 into bay x 13'5
An alternative principal suite - magnificent walk-in dormer window to the front elevation enjoying elevated, panoramic, sunny, south-facing views over the town and across the breadth of Falmouth Bay from Pendennis Castle to the shoreline of The Lizard peninsula, mouth of the Helford River and Manacles. Further, broad, dormer window to the rear enjoying another attractive outlook, over the slate roofs and cobbled yards to Florence Place. Two radiators, eaves storage areas, door to:-
EN-SUITE SHOWER ROOM/WC
Low flush WC with concealed cistern, wall mounted wash hand basin and walk-in fully tiled shower cubicle with mains-powered shower. Roof light to the rear elevation, radiator.
THE ANNEXE
Accessed 'independently' by the covered walkway and secure gate to the side of the property, if required.
Part glazed casement door from the rear courtyard, turning staircase rising to the living room.
BEDROOM
3.35m max x 3.30m max (10'11 max x 10'9 max)
Window to the courtyard, radiator, under-stair cupboard, door to:-
WET ROOM/WC
Fully tiled and tanked with shower area with mains-powered shower. Window to the side elevation, tall towel rail/radiator, low flush WC with concealed cistern and wall mounted wash hand basin. Broad inset wall mirror, extractor fan, inset downlighters, fully ceramic tiled walls and flooring.
FIRST FLOOR
KITCHEN/LIVING/DINING ROOM
6.02m max x 3.63m max (19'9 max x 11'10 max)
Tall canopied ceiling with multiple inset downlighters, kitchen area with light blue wall and base units with tall brushed steel handles. Display shelving and plate rack, stainless steel sink unit with mixer tap and cutlery drainer, space and plumbing for washing machine, four-ring gas hob with electric oven/grill below and concealed filter canopy over. Space for fridge/freezer, oak flooring. The remainder of the room being light and double aspect with window to the courtyard and double casement doors opening onto and overlooking the beautifully landscaped and stocked upper rear garden. Radiator.
THE EXTERIOR
FRONT GARDEN
The front garden has been cleverly designed and landscaped with a low stone retaining wall, with ornamental railings and matching gateway with cobbled threshold and granite steps rising onto the garden area. Well enclosed to both sides, comprising a level lawned area and well stocked borders with fan palms to the front boundary. There is a raised paved terrace to the side of the entrance porch with courtesy lighting.
SIDE PATHWAY
Providing 'independent' access to the rear courtyard and cottage. Shared with Number 26 Woodlane.
REAR COURTYARD
A lovely, typical, walled courtyard area with courtesy lighting, exterior water tap, raised rose bed, double doors from the main living accommodation and access to the annexe. Gateway to the side entrance, detached part brick-built implement store, ideal for bikes, garden equipment and recycling etc. Granite steps rising to the:-
RAISED REAR GARDEN
A superb feature of the property, beautifully landscaped with cobbled pathway, granite steps and stone retaining walls. Paved patio with double doors from the cottage living room, upper paved terrace, leading to a raised decked area with pergola - a magnificent vantage point looking down the length of the garden to the rear of the house. Borders on all sides are profusely stocked with many interesting, mature, specimen plants including bamboo, rhododendrons, hydrangeas, roses, acers, pittosporum, palm trees and, over the pergola, jasmine and a magnificent climbing laburnum.
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.
COUNCIL TAX
Band E - Cornwall Council.
TENURE
Freehold.
VIEWING
By telephone appointment with the vendors' Sole Agent - Laskowski & Company, 28 High Street, Falmouth, TR11 2AD. Telephone: 01326 318813.
THE PROPERTY
Constructed, we understand, in the late 1800 s, this beautiful Victorian house was the subject of a top-to-toe refurbishment approximately twenty years ago, when purchased by our clients, with works having included reroofing, extension, new slate hanging, remodelling of the original accommodation, rewiring, the installation of a comprehensive gas fired central heating system, the replacement of many windows with quality sash-style double glazing, replumbing, the installation of contemporary sanitary ware, and the creation of a large, family sized kitchen/breakfast room with a lantern roof and doors onto the courtyard and gardens.
The front gardens have been designed and planted to provide a good degree of privacy from the roadside, with a paved terrace providing a sitting-out area. A porch opens to a deep reception hall with elegant turning staircase, with the front-facing lounge featuring a bay window and glass-fronted log-burner. An adaptable snug is ideal as a TV room or similar, with the broad family sized kitchen/breakfast room leading to a utility area and ground floor cloakroom/WC to the rear. Upstairs, there is a split level landing with library area; the principal bedroom suite faces south and enjoys views over the town to the sea, with two further large double bedrooms on this floor served by a well appointed family bath/shower room with four-piece suite. On the second floor, there is a further (fourth) bedroom, again en-suite, with dormer windows to both and rear elevations, the former with stunning views over the town and across Falmouth Bay to the shoreline of The Lizard peninsula.
The annexe to the rear of the house can be accessed by a covered walkway to the side of the property, thus providing independent access if required. The rear gardens are typical of the best in-town Victorian houses, with a cobbled courtyard area, useful store, and steps up to a fully enclosed upper garden which is extremely sheltered, private and sunny.
THE LOCATION
Woodlane needs little introduction to those who know Falmouth, being one of the town s most sought-after roads by virtue of its eclectic mix of substantial housing and home to Falmouth School of Art.
Step out of the front gardens, with its wrought iron gate and balustrading, turn left, and within approximately 350 metres you are on Falmouth s main street, off which the quays, harbourside, bars, shops and commercial facilities can all be found. Turn right, and a ten minute walk leads through Foxes Lane or Fox Rosehill Gardens to safe, sandy Gyllyngvase Beach, the seafront and South West Coast Path. Around the corner on Albany Road and Western Terrace, local facilities include a doctors surgery, tennis club, primary school and convenience store. Regular buses run along Woodlane and, at the foot of nearby Grovehill Crescent, is Falmouth s main railway halt with regular service to Penryn, the university campus at Tremough and cathedral city of Truro.
THE ACCOMMODATION COMPRISES
(All dimensions being approximate)
Paved pathway and granite steps lead through the front gardens to the:-
ENTRANCE PORCH
Part glazed window with matching fan light overlooking the gardens, cupboard housing electrical meter, glazed casement door opening into the:-
RECEPTION HALL
A lovely deep, welcoming, reception area with elegant broad staircase rising to the part galleried, split level landing. Storage cupboards under. Radiator, panelled door opening into the:-
LIVING ROOM
5.59m into bay x 4.90 max (18'4 into bay x 16'0
Broad three-bay sash window to the front elevation enjoying a lovely outlook over the well stocked gardens to the town and a glimpse of Falmouth Bay beyond. Marble fireplace with slate hearth and glass-fronted log-burner. Radiator, low voltage light sockets.
SNUG
4.17m x 3.35m (13'8 x 10'11 )
A cosy and adaptable second sitting area, with further marble fireplace and slate hearth. Full height alcoves to either side with fitted shelving. Radiator, panelled door from the hallway and archway opening into the:-
KITCHEN/DINING ROOM
8.08m max x 6.40m max (26'6 max x 20'11 max)
KITCHEN AREA
Tiled flooring continuing from the sitting/dining room, comprehensively appointed with a full range of light blue painted wall and base units with tall brushed steel handles and hardwood wood block worksurface between. Concealed pelmet lighting, broad peninsula unit with display shelving and wine racks. Twin bowl stainless steel sink unit with mixer tap and cutlery drainer, integrated Bosch dishwasher. Tall larder cupboard, broad range cooker recess with gas point and illuminated stainless steel filter canopy over. Integrated Baumatic microwave oven with further cupboards above and below, window to the side elevation. Panelled door to the:-
INNER LOBBY
Space for upright fridge/freezer, storage cupboard, part glazed door to the:-
CLOAKROOM/WC
Ceramic tiled flooring continuing from the kitchen and lobby, window to the courtyard, low flush WC, wash hand basin with mixer tap. Space and plumbing for washing machine and tumble dryer.
FIRST FLOOR
SPLIT LEVEL LANDING
The elegant staircase has, at mid landing, twin high level sash windows to the rear elevation which provide much natural light to this circulatory area. Boiler/airing cupboard housing Megaflow pressurised hot water system with immersion heater and timer switching. Wall mounted Glow-worm gas fired boiler providing domestic hot water and central heating.
UPPER LANDING
Part galleried with staircase continuing to the top floor. Radiator.
PRINCIPAL BEDROOM (ONE)
5.38m into bay x 3.86m max (17'7 into bay x 12'7
Bay window to front the elevation, radiator, door to:-
EN-SUITE SHOWER ROOM/WC
Attractive, contemporary, white, four-piece suite with low flush WC with concealed cistern, separate shower cubicle with mains-powered shower, panelled bath with mixer tap, and broad wash hand basin with drawers below. Broad window to the front elevation, concealed radiator, ceramic tiled flooring and part ceramic tiled walls. Extractor fan.
BEDROOM TWO
3.53m max x 3.51m (11'6 max x 11'6 )
Currently used as a study with window to the rear elevation looking along the length of the rear courtyard to the raised garden beyond. Broad range of fitted wardrobes the length of one wall providing ample hanging, shelving and storage space. Radiator.
REAR LANDING
Shelved 'library' area, Velux roof light.
FAMILY BATH/SHOWER ROOM
Again, containing a quality white suite with low flush WC, broad walk-in shower cubicle with mains-powered shower, panelled bath with antique-style mixer tap and shower attachment, wash hand basin with marble surround, mixer tap and cupboards below. Ceramic tiled flooring and mainly tiled walls. Inset downlighters, extractor canopy, further radiator, broad window to the side elevation, strip light/shaver socket.
BEDROOM THREE
5.03m x 3.71m (16'6 x 12'2 )
Impressive, tall, canopied ceiling with roof light in addition to a window to the side elevation. Radiator, large free-standing wardrobe to remain.
SECOND FLOOR
Turning staircase rising from the front landing, lobby with roof light, radiator and door to:-
BEDROOM FOUR
7.11m into bay x 4.11m max (23'3 into bay x 13'5
An alternative principal suite - magnificent walk-in dormer window to the front elevation enjoying elevated, panoramic, sunny, south-facing views over the town and across the breadth of Falmouth Bay from Pendennis Castle to the shoreline of The Lizard peninsula, mouth of the Helford River and Manacles. Further, broad, dormer window to the rear enjoying another attractive outlook, over the slate roofs and cobbled yards to Florence Place. Two radiators, eaves storage areas, door to:-
EN-SUITE SHOWER ROOM/WC
Low flush WC with concealed cistern, wall mounted wash hand basin and walk-in fully tiled shower cubicle with mains-powered shower. Roof light to the rear elevation, radiator.
THE ANNEXE
Accessed 'independently' by the covered walkway and secure gate to the side of the property, if required.
Part glazed casement door from the rear courtyard, turning staircase rising to the living room.
BEDROOM
3.35m max x 3.30m max (10'11 max x 10'9 max)
Window to the courtyard, radiator, under-stair cupboard, door to:-
WET ROOM/WC
Fully tiled and tanked with shower area with mains-powered shower. Window to the side elevation, tall towel rail/radiator, low flush WC with concealed cistern and wall mounted wash hand basin. Broad inset wall mirror, extractor fan, inset downlighters, fully ceramic tiled walls and flooring.
FIRST FLOOR
KITCHEN/LIVING/DINING ROOM
6.02m max x 3.63m max (19'9 max x 11'10 max)
Tall canopied ceiling with multiple inset downlighters, kitchen area with light blue wall and base units with tall brushed steel handles. Display shelving and plate rack, stainless steel sink unit with mixer tap and cutlery drainer, space and plumbing for washing machine, four-ring gas hob with electric oven/grill below and concealed filter canopy over. Space for fridge/freezer, oak flooring. The remainder of the room being light and double aspect with window to the courtyard and double casement doors opening onto and overlooking the beautifully landscaped and stocked upper rear garden. Radiator.
THE EXTERIOR
FRONT GARDEN
The front garden has been cleverly designed and landscaped with a low stone retaining wall, with ornamental railings and matching gateway with cobbled threshold and granite steps rising onto the garden area. Well enclosed to both sides, comprising a level lawned area and well stocked borders with fan palms to the front boundary. There is a raised paved terrace to the side of the entrance porch with courtesy lighting.
SIDE PATHWAY
Providing 'independent' access to the rear courtyard and cottage. Shared with Number 26 Woodlane.
REAR COURTYARD
A lovely, typical, walled courtyard area with courtesy lighting, exterior water tap, raised rose bed, double doors from the main living accommodation and access to the annexe. Gateway to the side entrance, detached part brick-built implement store, ideal for bikes, garden equipment and recycling etc. Granite steps rising to the:-
RAISED REAR GARDEN
A superb feature of the property, beautifully landscaped with cobbled pathway, granite steps and stone retaining walls. Paved patio with double doors from the cottage living room, upper paved terrace, leading to a raised decked area with pergola - a magnificent vantage point looking down the length of the garden to the rear of the house. Borders on all sides are profusely stocked with many interesting, mature, specimen plants including bamboo, rhododendrons, hydrangeas, roses, acers, pittosporum, palm trees and, over the pergola, jasmine and a magnificent climbing laburnum.
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.
COUNCIL TAX
Band E - Cornwall Council.
TENURE
Freehold.
VIEWING
By telephone appointment with the vendors' 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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