The Cove, Coverack, Helston, Cornwall, TR12 6SX | Property for sale | Savills
71 sq m
Guide price £500,000(€570,106)

The CoveCoverack, Helston, Cornwall, TR12 6SX

  • Sold

Key features

  • Sold in February 2023
  • Three bedrooms
  • Ground floor bathroom
  • Elevated rear Garden
  • Raised front terrace overlooking the beach & bay
  • Character cottage

An iconic 17th century thatched cottage located in an outstanding position with uninterrupted views across Coverack bay to Lowland Point

About this property

  • Smugglers Cottage is one of the most picturesque Grade ll listed cottages in Coverack. Originally two cottages it forms part of a 17th century terrace and has fabulous uninterrupted views out over the bay. Built of whitewashed rubble stone with a thatched roof (please note it is Grade ll listed).

    The property has been under the same ownership for many years. Internally the property would benefit from some updating and possible reconfiguration.

    The front door leads in to the entrance hall with the reception room to the left and the kitchen and bathroom to the right. The reception room has a beamed ceiling, granite surround fireplace and a window seat overlooking the bay. There are large cupboards either side of the fireplace.

    The kitchen has slate tiled floor, beamed ceiling, a window overlooking the bay, wooden base units, freestanding cooker and fridge freezer. The bathroom is accessed through an inner lobby which has a storage cupboard to the right. The bathroom has a three piece suite with electric shower over the bath.

    Stairs lead up from the hallway to a half landing with further stairs to both the left and right which lead to the three bedrooms which have vaulted ceilings and window seats with views out across the bay. There is one bedroom on the left with built in wardrobes and a fireplace (currently boarded) and other two to the right.
    Access to the rear garden is through a half size door up off the half landing.

    GARDENS & THE EXTERIOR

    Front:
    Steps curve up from the road to the front door. The front garden is terraced with the lower terrace being laid to lawn and the upper terrace having slate chippings. The upper terrace has a spacious seating area surrounded by mature plants to include Hydrangeas, Agapanthus and Fuchsia a perfect spot to enjoy the fabulous views over the beach & bay.

    Rear:
    There is a steep terraced rear garden, in part laid to lawn and with mature planting to the sides and rear. The garden benefits from both a greenhouse, shed and extra storage in what is the former brick built outside loo.

    SERVICES
    Mains Water, Drainage & Electricity

    Heating – Storage Heaters

    VIEWINGS
    Strictly by prior appointment with Savills.

    FIXTURES AND FITTINGS-

    May be available via 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.

    View payable Stamp Duty for this property

Smugglers Cottage is an iconic 17th century thatched cottage in an outstanding position with fabulous sea views

George HillProperty agent

Local information

  • The Lizard is renowned for its beauty and spectacular landscapes, with much of the area designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The countryside and coastline are famed for their varied animal and plant-life, geology and history, while the climate on the Lizard is often milder than the rest of the country. Once the haunt of smugglers and wreckers, Coverack is a beautiful example of a traditional Cornish fishing village, where the houses hug the curve of
  • the bay.
  • A thriving village, it has a well-regarded primary school, shop, church, pub, restaurants and cafes. There are two beaches in the village, Mill Beach in the bay and Porthbeer Cove to the west, overlooked by Chynalls Point (an iron age fort), on the South West Coast Path which passes through the village.
  • Coverack is recognised as a water sports destination, with excellent facilities for windsurfing, diving and paddle boarding, as well as pleasure fishing. Sailing and mooring facilities are available on the Helford river and there is a challenging links golf course at Mullion.
  • Locally, the village of St Keverne provides a post office, two pubs, butchers, local shop, church and a nationally recognised ice-cream parlour at Roskilly's, where there is also a craft centre, restaurant, gallery and animal area. The market town of Helston has a wide range of shopping and schooling facilities, whilst the cathedral city of Truro, approximately 25 miles away, is the municipal centre of the county. Travel links to the area are good, with Coverack being served by wide roads and the A30 providing dual carriageway access through Cornwall from the M5 at Exeter. There are mainline railway stations at Redruth and Truro and Cornwall Airport (Newquay), is an hour away.

Additional information

  • Directions: From Helston, follow the A3083. After passing Culdrose RNAS on your left, at the roundabout take the first exit for the B3293 to Coverack and St Keverne. After passing Goonhilly Downs and Zoar Garage, take the main turning down into Coverack shortly before St Keverne, past the signs for Roskilly's on the left continue until you reach Coverack. Follow the road down the hill, pass the beach on the left follow the road round to the left Smugglers Cottage is a thatched cottage on the right just before the left turn. St Keverne 4 – Helston 12 – Falmouth 19 – Truro 25 – Cornwall Airport (Newquay) 40 (all distances are approximate and in miles)
  • EPC Exempt
  • Tenure: Freehold
  • Council Tax Band: D