A versatile coastal home with spectacular views and private beach
Located on a private road, past St Mawes Castle and surrounded by National Trust land, Curlews is a secluded property with far reaching views across the Carrick Roads Estuary. Boasting a private beach with direct access to the water this property is perfect for sea lovers, whether paddle boarding with dolphins or watching the yachts race from the front terrace on a sunny afternoon.
Stone steps passing mature shrubs lead to the glazed front entrance, beyond which is the generous hallway. To the left is a triple-aspect reception room with spectacular views across the water to Falmouth and the surrounding countryside. An impressive marble mantle surrounds a Harrods fire to keep the room cosy in the winter and sliding doors give access to the front terrace for inside outside living during the warmer months. On the opposite side of the hallway the dual- aspect dining room is a sociable space, also having glazed doors to the front terrace and a door to the kitchen. There is a range of fitted kitchen units with beautiful Blue Pearl Granite worksurfaces and access to a utility room housing a washing machine, tumble drier and tall larder, and a door to the side.
Behind the reception is a room currently used as bedroom four but could easily be a second reception room, study or playroom. This room has a window to the rear, and a door leading to a Jack and Jill shower room also accessible from the hallway. The bright and airy sunroom at the far end of the hall provides an additional reception room with access to the rear. It is the perfect place for cultivating orchids and other exotic flora, or simply enjoying a good book on a peaceful afternoon.
The turning staircase leads to a gallery landing on the first floor, with a picture window to enjoy the views. Here you will find three bedrooms, all en suite and a large, shelved airing cupboard housing the water tank and eaves storage. The third bedroom, to the rear, has a door leading across a walkway to the first terrace of the garden, whilst bedroom two has a Juliette balcony to the rear and a dormer window enjoying the views to the front. The generous principal bedroom also has a window to the front and a sizable en suite, including a jacuzzi bath and separate shower.
Outside, stone walls with huge hydrangeas, great pine trees and tall palms surround the parking area giving a very private and sheltered feel. Steps lead up to the front of the house, the double garage, with electric door, and elevated terrace. From here the path continues round to the rear garden past a useful storeroom and the oil tank room.
Beyond the driveway and on the opposite side of the private road is a garden, again surrounded by mature shrubs. A private path leading directly onto the beach and the section of this cove directly in line with the property is owned by Curlews.
To the rear, steps meander upwards through the established garden, past stone walls and an area of lawn. At the top, sheltered by pine trees, is a paved terrace with far reaching views across the Estuary.
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What I love about this property is its beautiful water views and the sense of retreat it provides, while still being just moments away from the lively atmosphere of St Mawes.
James ToogoodProperty agent