Pendennis, Barbican Hill, East Looe, PL13

Looe

Situated on Barbican Hill, East Looe, the property is a short stroll from the beach, quayside, local shops, cafes and public houses. Divided by the river and connected by the bridge, East and West Looe form a charming Cornish working town bustling with life and a working fishing port. Looe is a picturesque and thriving town which centres around a beautiful sandy beach with the Banjo Pier separating the sea from the river.

The Property

This Edwardian property retains many original features and has a feeling of calm. From the original tiled entrance vestibule to the summer house at the top of the garden, the property offers a wealth of charm and character along with versatility. The accommodation is across three floors and comprises; to the ground floor there is an entrance vestibule with original tiled flooring, a light and airy living room with a feature fireplace housing a gas fire with cupboards to each side, the dining room boasts a wood burning stove with original cupboards and in turn leads into the well-equipped kitchen/breakfast room with separate utility and pantry to the rear of the house. There is also a door from the breakfast room that leads to an outside rear access/passageway. To the first floor there is a split-level landing where three bedrooms and the family bathroom are located. The top floor offers two further bedrooms with built in wardrobes and eaves storage.

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On the second split-level landing there is an additional shower room. All principal rooms to the front of the property enjoy the river and harbour views on offer. There are uPVC windows and doors throughout and the living room boasts underfloor heating. The property is also heated by a gas combination boiler and benefits radiators to most rooms.

Front Patio

Steps lead up from Barbican Hill and the parking area. The patio is laid to brick paving with decorative mosaic area enjoying views over the river and the harbour. Space for table and chairs. This front area benefits from the evening sun.

Rear Garden

Accessed from the rear of the property, a series of steps and paths lead up to this generous and well-manicured garden offered over various levels, with areas of patio and stone which in turn support raised beds and well stocked mature herbaceous borders. Vibrant planting encases the terraced areas and mature plants include but are not limited to New Zealand Fern, Gunnera, Trachycarpus, Peony, Tree Peony, Fig. Self-seeding Foxglove, Nasturtium, Marigold, Wallflower, Euphorbia and Aquilegia. Bluebell and Grape Hyacinth carpet the flower beds at different times of year. At the top of the garden there is a well-positioned summerhouse with the added benefit of electricity and an outside tap, the summerhouse affords the stunning and elevated views on offer. The garden borders onto the Wooldown field.

Parking

The parking area can be found directly under the property, there is room for one car.