A classic four bedroom St Ives town house set in an elevated position with commanding views over the town and St Ives Bay yet less than half a mile from Fore Street, the Harbour & Beaches
Location
Cornwall’s unique character comes from its historic landscape and some 400 miles of spectacular coastline. This unique property occupies a magnificent setting in an elevated position only minutes’ walk from the centre of town with views over harbour and bay beyond.
Home to the landmark Tate St Ives Gallery (built in 1993) and the famous Barbara Hepworth Museum, St Ives is bordered by three beautiful sandy beaches which are repeatedly voted among the best in the British Isles, one particularly for surfing.
Set against the colourful backdropof the working fishing harbour, the turquoise waters of St. Ives have attracted artists since the 19th century due to its renowned clarity of light. The town, with winding cobbled streets, is also a ‘foodie’ destination packed with numerous restaurants, pubs and cafes all offering excellent fare including the award-winning Porthminster Beach Café and Source Kitchen which was recently featured on Rick Steins Cornwall TV show.
At nearby Lelant, overlooking the Hayle Estuary there is a spectacular links golf course with views stretching up towards Godrevy Lighthouse. A scenic branch railway line links Carbis Bay and St. Ives with the main London-Penzance line at nearby St. Erth.
Schools: St Ives is blessed with good schools at all levels with St Ives Infants (Ofsted Outstanding) St Ives Juniors (Ofsted Good) and St Ives Secondary School being the first Secondary school in Cornwall to receive the Ofsted Outstanding classification
Description
The property is a south easterly facing terrace of classic St Ives town houses. There are really beautiful, far reaching sea views, from the front aspect to the Godrevy, Gwithian and Riviera Towans coastline. The property is perfectly located for access to the superb beaches, historic harbour, award winning restaurants and The Tate St Ives.
The front door opens into a Minton tiled entrance porch. A stripped pine door with coloured glass inserts leads into the main hallway which retains many original features. To the left is the sitting room which has a large box bay window, with great views, stripped pine flooring and Victorian style fireplace with painted tile inserts and slate hearth. Folding doors lead through into the dining room with a further door leading into the Kitchen/Breakfast room. The Kitchen/Breakfast room is “L” shaped with modern “shaker style” cream wall and base units and a central island. There is space for a large “American style” Fridge/Freezer, a dishwasher and a range style cooker. From the kitchen a door leads into the rear porch which houses a utility area and access to the downstairs “WC” and wet room. The back door leads from the porch out into the rear yard area with steps leading up to Bellair Terrace and the private parking area and rear garden area.
Stairs lead from the hallway to the first floor half landing where there is the family bathroom and a bedroom. The family bathroom has bath and separate quadrant shower, vaulted ceiling with exposed beams. The rear bedroom looks out over Bellair Terrace and currently features bunk beds however this is a good sized double room. Stairs continue to the main landing area off which are two further double bedrooms. One looks out to the rear of the property and has stripped pine flooring, whilst the principal bedroom, also with stripped pine flooring has a fireplace with small woodburner and a large box bay window with superb views out over St Ives Bay and beyond.
Further stairs lead up from the landing to the large loft room. This is bright room in the eaves with dual aspect dormer windows offering views to both the front and rear.
The Exterior
The house is in the middle of a row of 14 South Eastern facing elegant Town Houses, which are built in an elevated position above the road, Carrack Dhu which affords them such good views. The entrance is through a powder blue gate with steps leading up to the front door of the same colour. A granite wall fronts the property bordered with shrubs, above which sits a split level decked area with glass balustrade creating a great entertaining space with views out over St Ives Bay.
From the rear yard steps lead up to Bellair Terrace, a small road, where slightly offset to the left is a private parking area, with space for two cars. At the rear of the parking area steps lead up to a private fenced split level outdoor area where there is ample space for table and chairs, BBQ and currently features children’s play equipment.
Services
Mains Water & Drainage
Gas Central Heating
Sky Broadband
Sky Satellite TV
Tenure
Freehold
Viewings
Strictly by prior appointment with Savills.
Fixtures & Fittings
Fixtures and fittings available by separate negotiation.
Important notice
Savills, their clients and any joint agents give notice that:
1. They are not authorised to make or give any representations or warranties in relation to the property either here or elsewhere, either on their own behalf or on behalf of their client or otherwise. They assume no responsibility for any statement that may be made in these particulars. These particulars do not form part of any offer or contract and must not be relied upon as statements or representations of fact.
2. Any areas, measurements or distances are approximate. The text, images and plans are for guidance only and are not necessarily comprehensive. It should not be assumed that the property has all necessary planning, building regulation or other consents and Savills have not tested any services, equipment or facilities. Purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise.
Square Footage: 1677 sq ft
Directions
From Carbis Bay follow the A3074 down into St Ives, passing the Train Station on your right. At the bottom of the hill turn left and continue up the hill turning right at the first roundabout on to Bullans Lane.
From Halsetown follow the B3306 down into St Ives passing the Fire Station on your right, continue on down the hill towards the centre and at the second roundabout take the left hand turn leading on to Bullans Lane.
At the end of Bullans Lane turn right on to Alexandra Road after about 100 metres the road bears sharply left, at this point turn right on to Windsor Hill. Carrack Dhu is the second turning on the left with Number 8 being mid terrace.
Fore Street, Harbour & Beaches are less than half a mile from the property
Truro 26 miles - Penzance 11 miles – Porthleven 17 miles - Newquay Airport 36.5 miles
(all distances are approximate and in miles)
