Higher Eathorne Farm

An attractive farmstead located in a sought-after rural position, to the north of the Helford River, with far reaching views on the edge of the hamlet of Eathorne.


Description

FARMHOUSE: The farmhouse was constructed in the early 1980’s and has since been improved and extended by the present owners to create a comfortable family home. Set well within the land, the building faces due south east, enjoying far-reaching views over its gardens and the surrounding countryside. The accommodation, arranged over three floors, extends to about 2,519 sq ft.

On the ground floor is the entrance porch of which is the wc/shower room before leading through to the galleried reception hall with staircase to first floor and access to the reception rooms, office and kitchen.

The generous sitting room and dining room both have wood burning stoves with doors out to the gardens. Off the dining room is the kitchen with central island and door to a utility room and larder store.

From the galleried landing on the first floor, doors open to a principal bedroom with Juliette balcony and en suite bathroom. There are four further double bedrooms on this floor and two bathrooms. The second floor provides a further office space and games or hobbies room, which could be used for additional sleeping accommodation if required.

Outside, there is a tarmacadam driveway with parking for several vehicles in front of the house and level lawned gardens at the rear, leading to an above ground swimming pool area, a polytunnel and fenced vegetable garden.

OUTBUILDINGS: Separately accessed off the minor county lane, the yard and outbuildings lie to the south west of the house. The yard extends in all to approximately 0.75 acre, and comprises a relatively level site with a former hayloft/stables, 18.2m x 12.5 portal farmed haybarn and store, a former milking parlour of block construction and a timber framed cubicle house.

Two barns have the benefit of planning for conversion to provide up to four residential dwellings, Community Infrastructure Levy is applicable, unless an exemption applies. Further details and plans from the agents. The barns with planning comprise:

The Hayloft: A detached barn, primarily of stone construction under a pitched roof, benefits from planning consent to convert to a reverse level, 3-bedroom dwelling. Planning Reference No. PA19/01239. Works have commenced and the planning is now valid in perpetuity.

The Haybarn/Workshop: Comprising a steel and timber portal framed building, 18.2m x 12.5m, with corrugated cladding and roof. The barn benefits from Class Q, permitted development, PA21/01408, to convert to a terrace of three x 3 bedroom properties arranged over two floors.

The Land: The land lies to south and east of the gardens and is predominantly level and bounded by traditional Cornish Hedge banks and divided into manageable enclosures. Within the land lies the standing stone of ‘Eathorne Menhir’ and mobile field shelter.

Caravan Club Licence: The property benefits for a Caravan Club Licence for up to 5 caravans. A level site with far reaching views with the benefits of electric hook ups and foul drainage. The site could be taken on by a new owner, or simply closed on completion of the sale if required.

Location

Higher Eathorne Farm in the hamlet of Eathorne is surrounded by beautiful and unspoilt countryside about 5 miles to the west of the port of Falmouth and south of the Helford River, an area of ANOB and SSSI.

This convenient and sought after location provides easy access to Truro, Falmouth and the villages of Constantine and Gweek, which between them have everyday facilities including a doctors surgery, public houses, a post office, convenience stores and primary school. More extensive schooling and leisure facilities can be found in the nearby towns of Falmouth and Helston.

The beautiful sailing waters of the Fal and Helford River are within easy reach, including the waterside village of Port Navas, which has an active yacht club with restaurant.

Some of Cornwall’s finest gardens can be found nearby at Trebah, Glendurgan and Carwinion. Local golf courses include Budock Vean, Mullion and Falmouth.

Square Footage: 2,519 sq ft




Acreage: 11.5 Acres

Directions

From Mabe Burnthouse, following signs to Mawnan Smith, passing Argle Reservoir. At the Crossroads, turn right and without deviation, pass through the hamlet of Lamanva and Treverva, and the property will found on your left after approximately 1 mile from Treverva.


Additional Info

SERVICES: Mains water and electricity. Private drainage. Telephone connected subject to BT regulations. PV panels with income of about £2000 pa.

WAYLEAVES, EASEMENTS AND RIGHTS OF WAY: The sale will be subject to and with the benefit of all existing wayleaves, easements and rights of way as may exist. A public footpath crosses the land.

AGENTS NOTE: In March 2022, the vendors secured a Certificate of Lawfulness for Existing Use, due to the non-compliance of the Agricultural Occupancy Condition originally placed on the property.

OVERAGE: An overage provision will be included within the sales contract, triggered in the event planning consent was obtained for any additional dwellings to the already 4 consented dwellings in the yard.

VIEWINGS - Strictly by prior appointment with Savills.

FIXTURES AND FITTINGS - Only those mentioned in these sales particulars are included in the sale. All others such as curtains, light fittings, garden ornaments, etc. are specifically excluded but may be 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.

Marketed by: Savills, Truro