DESCRIPTION
Tucked away by the pretty church in St Just, just a short stroll from the central square of St Just, is this charming and unique 1 bedroom, Grade II listed cottage.
Set in a courtyard with a handful of other pretty cottages against the backdrop of the church, you will find Number 4 - a cheerful little home with oodles of character!
There is no denying this cottage is on the smaller side, but every space has been thought about and if needed; utilised! The living room offers plenty of charm, with exposed beams, wooden floorboards, and original-style timber windows at the front and rear. There is also a beautiful glazed door out to the garden with stained glass running down the middle - resulting in a wonderfully light room.
In the corner of the living room is the kitchen: a beautifully-finished masterpiece created from reclaimed timber. Offering a wooden worksurface, shelving, and bespoke cabinetry, the kitchen is fully formed with an inset sink/drainer and space for a fridge.
Upstairs, the character continues with an open bedroom space complete with a custom-made timber bed that has in-built cabinets and shelving. Above the bedroom is a mezzanine accessed via a ladder, with a heritage velux window offering outstanding views of St Just church and the pretty valley beyond. The mezzanine is carpeted and there is limited head height, so the space is a cosy sitting area.
Not one to miss out on the quirky and fabulous ingenuity employed here, the bathroom features a 'night-time bath' - complete with custom-made shutters (reclaimed timber) allowing you to bathe in almost complete darkness and privacy. There are large bespoke cabinets and some shelving also made using timber in the bathroom, and there is a timber sash window to the rear overlooking the garden.
This enchanting little cottage has been lovingly maintained and enhanced by its current owner with the addition of hand-made cabinets, a wonderful open mezzanine level and bespoke fixtures and fittings. Bored of the ordinary? Fancy living in a genuinely-unique cottage with impressive fixtures built from reclaimed materials? This may well be your dream home!
LOCATION
St Just is a very popular town with a thriving community and a varied mix of busy shops and businesses. Properties here are predominantly granite cottages harking back to the tin mining era and St Just's prosperous heritage.
Boasting two fantastic butchers, four pubs, traditional grocers, and two convenience stores, St Just has all the essentials covered, as well as offering well-respected art galleries, popular eateries, and some stunning coastal walks nearby.
There is both a primary and secondary school in St Just, both rated as Good by Ofsted most recently. Penzance is approximately 8 miles away.
LIVING ROOM/KITCHEN - 4.45m x 4.38m (14'7" x 14'4")
Open-plan living room/kitchen with exposed beams, wooden floorboards, some exposed granite, and timber windows. The living room has a Cornish range inset in the fireplace that would benefit from some repair or attention and inset shelves to the side. Below the window is a timber window seat with storage. Beautifully unique, bespoke corner kitchen units and worktops made from reclaimed timber with an inset sink and drainer. There are open shelves above and below the work surface all hand-made with reclaimed timber. Below the stairs is a dining/work space with a pendant light and a stain glass door to the rear garden
BEDROOM - 4.38m x 2.4m (14'4" x 7'10")
Partially vaulted ceiling (four metres high) with mezzanine level above, exposed floorboards and timber window to front. Bespoke, hand-made bed with in-built storage underneath and around. Bed is constructed from reclaimed timber.
BATHROOM - 2.82m x 1.84m (9'3" x 6'0")
Exposed floorboards and timber sash window to rear. Beautifully crafted 'night-time bath' with custom shutters created from reclaimed timber. Bath has hand-held shower attachment. Bespoke storage and shelving built from reclaimed timber. Low-level WC and wash basin.
MEZZANINE LEVEL (CONVERTED ATTIC SPACE)
Accessed via a ladder, the mezzanine level is 1.67m high at its highest point. Ceiling slopes lower, making the space snug. Heritage-style Velux window giving fabulous views of the church and the valley beyond. Carpet.
OUTSIDE
Well stocked garden to the rear with two ponds, a very well established olive tree and variety of fruit bushes There is a bench seat built against the wall and a storage shed next to the back door to the cottage. It should also be noted that across from the front of the cottage is a separate storage shed with timber glazed door and window.
AGENTS NOTES
Property Type & Construction: Granite or whinstone, as built, no insulation (assumed) | Electric: Mains | Water: Mains | Drainage: Mains | Heating: Electric night storage heaters | Broadband: FTTC, ADSL | Mobile Coverage: Networks likely available are EE, O2 and Vodafone with Three being limited | Parking: On Street | Restrictions/Covenants: No | Rights of Way/Easements: Yes | Flood Risk: No | Coastal Erosion Risk: None | Planning Permission: None | Accessibility/Adaptations: None | Coalfield/Mining Area: Historic tin mining area | AONB/Conservation Area/Listed: Grade II Listed, AONB, Conservation area | Local Authority: Cornwall County Council | Property orientation from front: South | Viewings - By appointment via Andrew Exelby Estate Agents - 01736 697414
RENTAL POTENTIAL:
To discuss the long-term, residential rental potential of this property, or any other, please contact Whitlocks in Penzance who will be able to guide you through the process. Their telephone number is 01736 369296.
DISCLAIMER:
These sales particulars should act as a general guide. We have not carried out a detailed survey, nor tested services, appliances, and/or specific fittings. Some data above is dependant upon third party suppliers and responses were correct at the time of listing. Measurements and floorplans are a guide and should not be relied upon for carpets, furnishings, etc. If there are any important matters, which are likely to affect your decision to buy, please contact us before viewing this property.
