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Guide Price£495,000

Bodilly, Helston

Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
2

Key Features

  • Detached barn forming 2 semi-detached cottages
  • Both cottages offer 2 double bedrooms, shower room and an open-plan living space
  • Small former farmyard setting
  • 28' attached barn, single garage and outbuildings
  • Gated courtyard providing parking for multiple vehicles
  • Ideal investment or fantastic multi-generational home
  • Rural hamlet just 5 miles from Helston and 13 miles from Falmouth
  • EPC rating D

Description

Nestled in the rural hamlet of Bodilly, just 5 miles from Helston, a rare opportunity to acquire a detached barn having been sympathetically converted to provide 2 charming semi-detached cottages. Poldark & Wheal Rose Cottages form part of a small cluster of barns within this former farmyard setting. The cottages come with their own private gated courtyard, attached 28' barn (used as a games room), single garage and further stone outbuilding. Currently a successful holiday let, Poldark & Wheal Rose Cottages provide great versatility, ideal for multi-generational living or generating an income. The reverse level accommodation is well presented, with both properties providing 2 double bedrooms, shower room and open-plan living space incorporating kitchen, lounge and dining area. Bodilly is situated within the civil parish of Wendron, approximately 13 miles from the harbour town of Falmouth and a 10 minute drive from the market town of Helston, with its many amenities including junior and secondary schooling, national stores, cinema and leisure centre.

The Accommodation Comprises - (all dimensions being approximate)

Poldark Cottage -

Glazed timber stable door to:-

Entrance Hallway - Whitewashed exposed stone wall, slate tiled flooring, radiator, central ceiling light. Stairs rising to first floor. Timber double glazed window to front aspect with deep slate window sill, beamed ceiling. Doors to both double bedrooms and shower room.

Bedroom One - 3.88m x 3.22m (12'8" x 10'6") - Second measurement plus recess. A good size double bedroom with timber double glazed window to rear aspect, beamed ceiling, central ceiling light. Whitewashed exposed stone wall, large under-stair storage cupboard. Radiator.

Bedroom Two - 3.36m x 3.36m (11'0" x 11'0") - A dual aspect double bedroom with timber double glazed windows to rear and side aspects, beamed ceiling, radiator, central ceiling light. Whitewashed exposed stone wall with window seat.

Shower Room - Fully tiled shower cubicle with twin head boiler-fed shower and glass sliding shower room, dual flush WC, wash hand basin with mixer tap. Whitewashed exposed stone wall, recessed ceiling lights, obscure glazed timber double glazed window to front aspect. Heated towel rail/radiator, slate tiled flooring.

First Floor -

Open-Plan Living Space - 6.63m x 5.06m (21'9" x 16'7") - Second measurement plus built-in cupboard and recess. A delightful triple aspect living space, incorporating kitchen, seating and dining areas. This sociable room provides a vaulted beamed ceiling with Velux windows, providing additional natural light. Timber double glazed windows look out to the front and rear aspects with a timber glazed door leading onto the sunny, south east-facing raised terrace. The kitchen area provides a range of waist level units with wood worktop, inset ceramic sink with swan neck mixer tap, built-in electric oven with induction four-ring hob, built-in dishwasher, space for fridge/freezer. The room easily accommodates seating, together with a good size dining table and chairs. A cast iron wood-burning stove sits on a slate hearth and provides warmth, together with the central heating. Wood-effect laminate flooring, painted exposed stone walls, cupboard housing hot water cylinder.

Wheal Rose Cottage -

Glazed timber stable front door to:-

Entrance Hallway - Exposed painted stone walls, two timber double glazed windows to front aspect, beamed ceiling. Radiator, doors to both double bedrooms and shower room. Cupboard housing electric meter and consumer unit. Stairs rising to the first floor.

Bedroom One - 3.90m x 2.78m (12'9" x 9'1") - A double bedroom with timber double glazed window to rear aspect, beamed ceiling, central ceiling light. Painted exposed stone wall, radiator.

Bedroom Two - 3.87m x 2.57m (12'8" x 8'5") - Second measurement plus door and window recess. A dual aspect double bedroom with timber double glazed windows to front and rear aspects. Beamed ceiling, central ceiling light, radiator.

Shower Room - Walk-in shower cubicle with panelled surround, glass shower door and dual head boiler-fed shower. Vanity unit housing wash hand basin with mixer tap. Concealed cistern dual flush WC. Under-stair storage cupboard with plumbing for washing machine, heated towel rail/radiator. Recessed ceiling lights, extractor fan, tiled flooring.

First Floor -

Open-Plan Living Space - 6.41m x 5.04m (21'0" x 16'6") - Second measurement plus recess. A light and bright dual aspect living space, incorporating a kitchen, lounge and dining area. A feel of space is provided by the open beamed vaulted ceiling which features two Velux windows, providing further natural light. The kitchen area provides a range of waist level units with wood worktop, inset ceramic one and a half bowl sink with swan neck mixer tap, electric oven with built-in four-ring induction hob, built-in dishwasher, space for fridge/freezer. Over-stair larder cupboard. Living area with ample space for seating and family dining table, exposed painted stone walls, radiator, central ceiling and wall mounted lighting. Two radiators.

The Exterior -

Courtyard Garden - 9.00m x 5.00m (29'6" x 16'4") - Located to the front of the two cottages, positioned to enjoy the morning sun. Steps lead down to the:-

Main Courtyard - Enjoying its own private gated entrance, with parking for numerous vehicles and featuring an attached stone-built barn, single block-built garage and further stone-built outbuilding. Zappi EV charging point.

Main Barn - 8.59m x 4.29m (28'2" x 14'0") - A superb and versatile barn, stone-built with pitched corrugated roof, power, light and water are connected. Currently used as a games room and utility for the two cottages. Four windows provide natural light and there are pedestrian doors to both the front and rear aspects. This large versatile space is ideal for those requiring a workshop or studio.

Garage - 3.20m x 4.59m (10'5" x 15'0") - External measurements provided. Single garage with corrugated roof and up-and-over garage door.

Stone Outbuilding - 9.00m x 4.18m (29'6" x 13'8") - Former stable or cow shed, this outbuilding provides plenty of additional storage space, divided into three units, with power, light and water connected. Solar Panels owned outright.

General Information -

Services - Private drainage shared with neighbouring properties. Oil fired central heating. Mains electricity. Private water (borehole) shared with neighbouring properties.

Tenure - Freehold.

Viewing - By telephone appointment with the vendors' Sole Agent - Laskowski & Company, 28 High Street, Falmouth, TR11 2AD. Telephone: .

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Property details

Tenure
Freehold
Council Tax Band
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Date Posted
2026-05-11

Energy Performance Certificate

Energy Efficiency Rating

Very energy efficient - lower running costs
CurrentPotential
(92+)A
(81-91)B
(69-80)C
(55-68)D
(39-54)E
(21-38)F
(1-20)G
55 D
80 C

Based on UK Energy Performance Certificate standards (EU Directive 2002/91/EC)

Running costs are one side. Planning activity, flood history and ground risks for this location are in the full report.

Utilities & Restrictions

Utilities

Electricity
Mains
Water
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Heating
Oil Heating
Broadband
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Sewerage
Septic Tank / Private

Rights & Restrictions

Public Rights of Way
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Private Rights of Way
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Listed status, conservation areas and planning constraints for this location are in the full report.

Property Features

Accessibility
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Parking
Parking Available
Garden
Garden

Beyond the particulars: planning activity, flood history, heritage and ground risks, checked for this exact spot.

Connectivity

Broadband

Fastest speed available at this postcode

1.8 Gbps

Gigabit full fibre · available to 89% of premises

Suitable for

  • 4K streaming on every screen
  • Full-time home working
  • Online gaming & big downloads

Mobile signal

CallsDataEE Good GoodO2 Good LimitedThree Good GoodVodafone Limited Limited

Outdoor predictions; indoor signal depends on building materials.

Ofcom Connected Nations postcode-level predictions. Speeds and signal are modelled, not measured, and vary between addresses and providers.

Signal is the easy part. Planning activity, flood history and protected designations here are in the full report.

Nearest Schools

Primary

  • Wendron Church of England Primary School0.9 milesOfsted: Good *
    Ages
    4 to 11
    Pupils
    105
    Type
    Academy converter
    Faith
    Church of England
  • Trannack Primary School1.3 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    3 to 11
    Pupils
    33
    Type
    Academy converter
  • Halwin School2.2 milesOfsted report card · May 2026
    Ages
    3 to 11
    Pupils
    37
    Type
    Academy converter
  • Boskenwyn Community Primary School2.4 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    4 to 11
    Pupils
    102
    Type
    Foundation school
  • Sithney Community Primary School2.5 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    3 to 11
    Pupils
    88
    Type
    Academy converter

Secondary

  • Helston Community College2.5 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    0 to 18
    Pupils
    1,297
    Type
    Academy converter
  • Camborne Science and International Academy5.5 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    11 to 18
    Pupils
    1,751
    Type
    Academy converter
  • Pool Academy6 milesOfsted report card · Mar 2026
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    714
    Type
    Academy converter
  • Redruth School6.4 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    1,433
    Type
    Foundation school
  • Penryn College6.6 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    1,140
    Type
    Academy converter

* Latest graded judgement covers quality of education only; no overall grade was issued under the 2024-25 inspection framework.

Distances are straight-line from the advertised location. Source: the national school registers (DfE, Welsh Government, Scottish Government) and Ofsted.

Schools are just the start: sold prices nearby, planning activity and any flood history are in the full report.

Amenities

Supermarket

Spar - Turnpike Garage Helston, Helston2.6 miles
Tesco Helston Superstore, Helston2.6 miles
Lidl Helston, Helston3.1 miles

GP surgery

Helston Medical Centre3 miles

Pharmacy

Tesco Instore Pharmacy2.7 miles

Hospital

Helston Hospital3.5 miles

Straight-line distances from the advertised location. Sources: NHS records, Geolytix supermarket locations, OS Open Greenspace and the national trails registers.

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Getting Around

Nearest station

Camborne Rail Station5 miles

Nearest bus stop

Bus Shelter860 metres

Typical drive times

Penryn17 min · 8.8 miles
Helston10 min · 4.4 miles
Redruth17 min · 7.6 miles
Camborne16 min · 7.4 miles
Truro (city)27 min · 16 miles

Straight-line distances from the advertised location; drive times are typical free-flow times over OpenStreetMap road data, so allow more at peak. Public transport locations from DfT NaPTAN.

Easy to reach matters. So do planning activity, flood history and ground risks: all in the full report.

Flood Risk

From Environment Agency flood map open data, checked around the advertised map pin and allowing for the listed acreage where known. This summary comes from LandSale, the advertising platform, not from the listing agent, and is not part of the agent's particulars. Risk can vary across a single holding, so verify anything critical through your own searches before committing.

Rivers and the sea

Flood Zone 1Lower risk

Surface water

Outside the mapped risk bandsVery low risk

The detail behind these bandings

The full report pinpoints where this location sits on the flood maps, and runs the deeper checks that usually only surface after an offer.

  • Exact flood zones & annual chances (included in the full report)
  • Any recorded past flooding (included in the full report)
  • Planning activity nearby (included in the full report)
  • Heritage & conservation (included in the full report)
  • Protected nature designations (included in the full report)
  • Ground risks (included in the full report)
  • Sold prices nearby (included in the full report)

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