Chapel Terrace, Skinners Bottom, Near Mount Hawke

Located in the peaceful rural hamlet of Skinners Bottom, this charming mid-terraced character cottage offers the perfect blend of period charm and generous outdoor space. The property is beautifully presented throughout and begins with a welcoming front garden that sets the tone for what lies within. Inside, you'll find a spacious and cosy living room featuring a character fireplace with a wood-burning stove – the perfect place to relax. The kitchen/dining room is full of rustic charm, fitted with a cottage-style kitchen and a range cooker, with French doors opening out onto a lovely rear patio, ideal for alfresco dining. A ground floor shower room completes the downstairs accommodation.

Upstairs, the first floor hosts three well-proportioned bedrooms and a family bathroom. However, the true crowning jewel of this property lies to the rear – a superb garden extending to approximately one acre. Beautifully maintained, this expansive outdoor space features established lawns, mature planting, rural views, and a dedicated off-road parking area for multiple vehicles.

Adding even further appeal is a large detached barn, offering excellent versatility. The ground floor provides ideal storage or workshop space, while the first floor has been converted to a studio apartment and has a ground floor office space. This property previous had planning consent to convert the barn into a 2 bedroom dwelling to be used as a residential annexe or short term holiday let. The owners have used it in it's current 1 bedroom format as a holiday let in the past with great success.

This is a rare opportunity to acquire a character home with space, charm, and lifestyle potential in abundance – a true Cornish gem not to be missed.

Location
Skinners Bottom is a peaceful rural hamlet ideally positioned to enjoy the best of Cornwall’s north coast and countryside. The property is just over 2 miles from the popular coastal village of Porthtowan, famed for its stunning sandy beach, surf scene, and iconic beach bar, The Blue Bar. The neighbouring village of Mount Hawke is just a short drive away, offering a well-regarded primary school, local shop, and community facilities. A little further along the coast, approximately 4 miles away, is the picturesque and ever-popular village of St Agnes, home to a vibrant mix of independent shops, cafes, pubs, and access to some of Cornwall’s most dramatic coastal walks and beaches. The area is well connected via local roads and offers a tranquil lifestyle while still being within easy reach of Redruth and the A30 for wider travel across the county. Skinners Bottom perfectly blends countryside charm with coastal convenience – making it an ideal location for both permanent living and lifestyle buyers.

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Information

Tenure: Freehold- There is a flying freehold in place for part of the property.

Council Tax Band: C

Heating:  LPG

Water Supply: Main Supply

Sewage: Private Drainage

Electricity: Main Supply

EPC: 41 (E) valid until 4th February 2023

Broadband: 6-60 Mbps download (Source: Ofcom Broadband Checker)

Mobile Signal: Indoor: Limited/Likely; Outdoor: Likely (Source: Ofcom – EE, Three, O2, Vodafone)

There is a wayleave for an electricity pole located on the property

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