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Black Cross, Newquay

Land size
1.3 acres
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
1

Key Features

  • Detached 3 Bedroom Bungalow
  • Two Building Plots Available Separately
  • 1.3 Acres
  • Fabulous Enclosed Gardens
  • Garage
  • Parking For At Least Six Cars
  • Mains Gas
  • Private Location
  • Backs Onto Fields
  • Viewing essential.

Description

DETACHED BUNGALOW WITH LARGE MATURE GARDENS. TWO BUILDING PLOTS AVAILABLE BY SEPARATE NEGOTIATION

In a tucked away position on the edge of Black Cross with fabulous gardens.

Three bedroom detached bungalow, sitting room, dining room, kitchen/breakfast room with Aga, bathroom, utility room and cloakroom.

Magnificent enclosed gardens with many mature shrubs, plants and trees and enjoying a sunny aspect.

Detached garage, two greenhouses, pond, productive vegetable garden and lots of fruit trees.

Outline planning permission granted for two dwellings at the end of the garden with independent access - Guide Price £175,000 For Both Plots.
Available as a whole or separately.

In all approximately 1.3 Acres (Excluding the the plots).

Freehold. Council Tax Band E. EPC D.

General Comments - Swallowhaze comprises a spacious detached modern bungalow, located in a private setting surrounded by large mature gardens that extend to approximately 1.3 acres. The setting is very special, tucked away in a rural position on the edge of Black Cross and backing onto countryside and located at the end of a very long drive. The whole property enjoys sunshine all day and a good degree of privacy. The bungalow has spacious accommodation including three double bedrooms, sitting room, dining room, kitchen/breakfast room with Aga, bathroom, cloakroom and utility room. A driveway provides lots of parking and there is a detached garage. The gardens and grounds surround the bungalow and include sweeping lawns and many mature shrubs and plants, there is a good size vegetable garden at the rear and two greenhouses. At the end of the garden, outline planning consent has been granted for the erection of two detached bungalows. These will have independent access from the road leading through Black Cross. The plots are available by separate negotiation - further information is available from the sole agents.

Location - Black Cross is a small hamlet of properties located in a convenient position, close to St Columb Road, Indian Queens and Fraddon which affords a range of shops and amenities for daily needs. The location is particularly convenient for the centres of Newquay, St. Austell or Truro and being just off the A30 there is easy access to all parts of the county. The north Cornish Coast is within a short drive as is Newquay airport, just ten minutes drive.

In greater detail the accommodation comprises (all measurements are approximate):

Entrance Porch - Archway with two windows and glazed door with views over the garden, small sitting area. Door opening to:

Entrance Hall - A spacious entrance hall. Airing cupboard with slatted shelves and electric heater.

Sitting Room - 4.95m x 4.88 (16'2" x 16'0") - A light twin aspect room with picture window to front enjoying fabulous views over the garden and countryside beyond and patio doors opening to the side, where there are views over the surrounding countryside. Woodburning stove on a slate hearth. Television point. Opening to:

Dining Room - 3.79m x 3.63m (12'5" x 11'10") - Window to side with views over the adjoining fields. Door to inner hallway.

Kitchen/Breakfast Room - 4.25m x 3.93m (13'11" x 12'10") - Range of base and eye level kitchen units and drawers including a display cabinet. Granite effect worktops incorporating one and a half stainless steel sink/drainer. Mains gas fired Aga for cooking and hot water. Integral single oven with ceramic hop and stainless steel extractor hood above. Window overlooking the rear garden with lovely views of the countryside beyond. Door to:

Utility Room - 2.25m x 2.00m (7'4" x 6'6") - One and half bowl stainless steel sink with double cupboard below. Window overlooking the rear garden. Worktop with space and plumbing for dishwasher and washing machine below and additional storage above and to the side. Door opening to:

Rear Hall - Half glazed door opening to rear garden. Brink mains gas fired hot air heating system (not currently used). Sliding door opening to:

Cloakroom - Low level w.c. Frosted window to side.

From main entrance hall door to:

Bedroom One - 4.57m x 3.80m (14'11" x 12'5") - Picture window overlooking the front garden and pond. Vanity sink unit with tiled splashback, light and mirror over.

Bedroom Two - 4.57m x 3.48m (14'11" x 11'5") - A double bedroom with window overlooking the rear garden with countryside beyond. Vanity sink unit. Built in wardrobes.

Bedroom Three - 4.88m x 3.10m (16'0" x 10'2") - A well proportioned double room with window overlooking the front garden. Vanity sink unit with mirror and light over. Built in wardrobes.

Bathroom - 2.35m x 2.25m (7'8" x 7'4") - A white suite with low level w.c, vanity sink unit. Panel bath with shower over and glazed shower screen. Frosted window to rear.

Outside - Swallowhaze has a lovely approach from a minor country lane via double metal gates and a long private drive leads up to the property where there is parking for at least six cars and plenty of turning space with ample room for caravan, boats, trailers etc. The front garden is a sheer delight being west facing and enjoying sun all afternoon and into the evening. It is enclosed within a natural hedge and wall boundary so very safe for children and pets. The garden is mainly lawn, interspersed with many interesting shrubs and plants providing interest and colour and numerous fruit trees. Closer to the bungalow is a large pond and this is a lovely area to relax and enjoy the views. The rear and southern side of the property adjoins farmland with mature hedge boundaries and includes a wooded area, there is an abundance of wildlife to enjoy. At the rear is a further enclosed garden that backs onto fields. There are useful outbuildings, including a timber shed, potting shed, greenhouse, and raised flower beds and vegetable plots. A circular patio with feature granite millstone provides sitting out space. There are apple, pear and cherry trees and also a gooseberry. A wooden gate opens to the drive. Here is a DETACHED GARAGE and a concrete drive leads around the rear of the garage, where there is additional parking and greenhouse with grape vine.

Building Plots - Outline planning permission has been granted by Cornwall Council - REF: PA24/00156 for the construction of two dwellings at the end of the garden. The new dwellings will have independent access from the hamlet of Black Cross. The plots are available separately but will not be sold before the sale of Swallowhaze exchanges contracts. Further information from the agents.

Services - Mains water, electric, drainage and gas are connected.

N.B - The electrical circuit, appliances and heating system have not been tested by the agents.

Viewing - Strictly by Appointment through the Agents Philip Martin, 9 Cathedral Lane, Truro, TR1 2QS. Telephone: or 3 Quayside Arcade, St. Mawes, Truro TR2 5DT. Telephone .

Directions - From the A30 Highgate Hill exit, proceed along the A39 towards Wadebridge. At the next roundabout (Halloon), take the fourth exit signed Trevarren. Follow the road through Black Cross and just before the end of this road (where there is a turning area) turn right into a country lane. The entrance into Swallowhaze is after a short distance on the right.

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Property details

Tenure
Freehold
Council Tax Band
E
Date Posted
2026-06-27

Market Value Analysis

Compared with 1,680 Homes with Land listings in South West England (1+ acres).

This Property£365,385 / acre
Homes with Land Average (1+ acres) £187,989 / acre
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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
61 D
76 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
Mains
Heating
Gas Central Heating
Broadband
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Sewerage
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Rights & Restrictions

Public 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
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Garden
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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 Gbps

Gigabit full fibre · available to 67% of premises

Suitable for

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

Mobile signal

CallsDataEE Good GoodO2 Good GoodThree Good GoodVodafone Good Good

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

  • Indian Queens Primary School1.2 milesOfsted: Good *
    Ages
    2 to 11
    Pupils
    328
    Type
    Academy converter
  • St Columb Major Academy1.6 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    4 to 11
    Pupils
    300
    Type
    Academy converter
  • Summercourt Academy2.9 milesOfsted: Good *
    Ages
    4 to 11
    Pupils
    100
    Type
    Academy converter
  • St Dennis Primary Academy3.2 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    2 to 11
    Pupils
    187
    Type
    Academy sponsor led
  • Nansledan School3.8 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    4 to 11
    Pupils
    386
    Type
    Free schools

Secondary

  • Treviglas Academy4.7 milesOfsted: Good *
    Ages
    11 to 18
    Pupils
    872
    Type
    Academy sponsor led
  • Newquay Tretherras5.1 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    11 to 18
    Pupils
    1,614
    Type
    Academy converter
  • Brannel School5.4 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    888
    Type
    Academy sponsor led
  • Poltair School8.3 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    882
    Type
    Academy sponsor led
  • Penrice Academy9.2 milesOfsted: Outstanding *
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    1,405
    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

Co-op St Columb Road, St Columb Road0.9 miles
Spar - Queens Garage, St Columb Road1.3 miles
Co-op St Columb Major - Fore Street, St Columb Major1.8 miles

GP surgery

Petroc Group Practice1.4 miles

Pharmacy

Allied Pharmacy Union Square1.8 miles

Hospital

Newquay Hospital5.8 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

St Columb Road Rail Station0.7 miles

Nearest bus stop

Turning Circle45 metres

Typical drive times

Bodmin18 min · 15 miles
Newquay14 min · 8 miles
Wadebridge18 min · 11 miles
Truro (city)20 min · 14 miles
St Columb Major6 min · 3.3 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 2Medium risk

Surface water

A 1 in 100 to 1 in 1000 chance each yearMedium to 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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