Location

'Longfields' is a stunning, south facing waterfront house located on a desirable and peaceful residential road overlooking the Gannel Estuary, towards Crantock Village and within walking distance of the magnificent Crantock beach.

The property lies in the popular resort of Newquay with its beautiful coastline, numerous sandy beaches and a diverse selection of shops, cafés, restaurants and seasonal cultural events. A number of highly rated schools are found locally to the property, including the Ofsted rated ‘Outstanding’ Trenance Learning Academy for 4-7 year olds. The Gannel is a tidal river, once a bustling navigation route into the town and now a rich leisure resource with its valuable intertidal sand bank habitats and teaming with birdlife.

The Newquay area is well connected with a branch line that links into the high-speed rail services to London Paddington and Glasgow and of course Cornwall’s Airport at Newquay is only five miles away with daily return flights to London as well as other domestic and international destinations.

Description

The house was first constructed in the 1990’s and Savills are delighted to be marketing the property to be sold on the open market for the first time in its history. It was created to be a large family home, sited to enjoy 180-degree uninterrupted southerly views of the river and the surrounding countryside beyond, in a secluded, position towards the terminus of a quiet, residential road. The brick constructed home has been continually renovated to create a stunning, comfortable waterside retreat, full of light from its many large picture windows.

First Floor

This inviting home is entered at first floor level from a large parking court. A glazed porch shelters the main entrance that opens onto a double height arrival hall serving a number of rooms. Upon entering, your gaze is immediately drawn through the glazed double doors to the dining room, framing a captivating view of the river. The dual-sided, wood-burning stove in the dining room not only adds a touch of charm as a focal point but also serves a practical purpose by being a shared heat source for the adjacent living room. The living room is large and filled with light from windows on three sides. There is currently planning permission in place to further open up the room onto an extended balcony. This enhancement would not only bring more natural light into the room but also provide a seamless connection between indoor and outdoor living spaces.

Turning right from the hall is the light and airy, Shaker style kitchen, featuring a granite work surface and island feature. There are plenty of below counter and wall mounted cabinets with a range of fitted appliances including twin fan ovens, a Lamona gas fired hob and hood extractor, a full height fridge/freezer unit, an integrated dishwasher and a one and a half bowl sink. A side door provides access to a stepped path with a bin storage area.

Back in the centre of the house, the arrival hall also provides access to a cloakroom with w.c., a separate coat cupboard and the focus is a bespoke, turning wooden staircase ascending to second-floor level and descending to the ground floor.

Second Floor

Upstairs there are two generously sized bedroom suites served by a galleried landing with a feature window.

The principal bedroom suite has a large, triple aspect dormer window bay, lined with a bespoke window seat to provide a further opportunity to sit and enjoy the glorious view. Concealed behind a range of fitted wardrobes is a further useful storage space in the eaves.

The grand, ensuite bathroom has a full-length bath, shower cubicle and twin countertop basins. Again, sunlight pours in to create an uplifting space for relaxation and rejuvenation.

The second bedroom is also spacious with incredible views and an adjacent ensuite shower room, finished in a contemporary style.

Ground Floor

Descending the turning staircase takes you down into what could be separate living accommodation on the ground floor. This floor has two further double bedrooms, both with direct views over the garden and one has a very large ensuite bathroom with full length bath and separate shower cubicle. A central space is currently used as an office and could be used as a sitting room or garden studio, while a laundry room / kitchen with fitted white storage cupboards and with room for appliances, provides the opportunity to create a kitchen on this level. The central sitting room/office and the smaller double bedroom enjoy direct access to the sheltered veranda and garden beyond. A large family bathroom completes this floor which could easily be converted to provide an annexe with separate access if required.

The house has been renovated to an excellent design and decorative standard throughout; the bright and airy rooms seamlessly flow from inside to out, creating a stunning, contemporary, waterfront home.


Exterior, gardens and garage

A block paved driveway with parking space for several cars leads to a double garage which has a   remotely controlled ‘up and over’ double door. A separate side door opens directly into the glazed front porch directly connecting into the house. The front garden is enclosed by planting beds and walls providing a degree of privacy and enclosure to the property. There is external access to the rear garden on either side of the house via locked gates and steps down to the lower levels. A large, linear shed at one side provides useful storage space for water sports equipment and outdoor furniture.

The walled and sheltered south facing rear garden includes a central lawn and a number of spaces for Al fresco dining. The rear garden is terraced with lawns, raised beds and patios which are framed by a number of mature shrubs and timber structures.

A locked gate in the garden wall allows direct access to the riverside walk, which leads to a slipway and causeway which you can cross at low tide to reach Crantock beach and the popular village pub.

Directions

Directions - From the Trevemper Road roundabout on the A392, at the head of the Gannel, head north west along the A392 on the north eastern side of the river. Head straight over the roundabout onto the Gannel Road and at the Mount Wise roundabout, turn left onto the Pentire Road, heading west. After a third of a mile the road bears left and then take the left turn into Pentire Crescent and then left into Penmere Drive, following it southwards for a third of a mile until turning right into Trevean Way. After a second gap in the houses on the right, Longfields is on the right, on the brow of a small hill.

Distances (miles): Truro - 14, Padstow - 18, Falmouth - 25
Cornwall Airport (Newquay) - 5