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" Occupying an exceptional harbourside position in this superb waterside development at the head of the Penryn River, a luxuriously appointed, beautifully converted apartment within an historic Grade II Listed building, providing characterful and spacious 2 double bedroomed accommodation with an uninterrupted, ever-changing inner harbour view, undercover tandem parking and private patio.

THE PROPERTY Apartment 1 provides an uncompromising and luxuriously appointed apartment of rarely seen proportions, occupying a prime, south-facing position within this historic harbour development, undertaken with the cooperation of English Heritage to reflect the sensitive and historic character of the immediate area. Throughout, painstaking attention to detail has created a stylish and modern property whilst maintaining the character and charm of this beautiful building. Many features have been enhanced including the brick arched recessed windows, exposed granite walls, timber beams, etc, combining effortlessly with the stylish, modern and high quality fixtures and fittings including solid timber flooring, superb four-piece bathroom and separate en-suite shower room and beautiful, fully fitted kitchen, including solid granite worktops with a full range of Baumatic appliances. Ideal for permanent, second home and investment purchasers alike, the apartment provides immaculate accommodation with stylish and neutral decorations, replacement casement double glazed timber windows and gas fired central heating throughout and, as the vendors' Sole Agents, we cannot recommend highly enough that an early viewing is made to fully appreciate this exceptional apartment. THE LOCATION Standing at the entrance to the ancient borough town of Penryn, the apartment is perfectly located for both Penryn town centre and the nearby port of Falmouth which is widely recognised as one of the county's foremost day-sailing centres with the sheltered waters of Falmouth Bay and the wood-lined creeks of both the Fal Estuary and Helford River, 'on the doorstep'. Within a few minutes drive there are excellent boating facilities along the Penryn River and into Falmouth Harbour with various laying-up facilities and boat yards along Ponsharden, Falmouth Marina on North Parade and the Royal Cornwall Yacht Club at Greenbank. The port of Falmouth has become the destination of an increasing number of visiting cruise liners by virtue of its beautiful surroundings, sub tropical gardens, array of shops and restaurants, Tudor castle, seafront walks and safe sandy beaches. THE ACCOMMODATION COMPRISES (All dimensions being approximate) Entrance door leading to:- RECEPTION HALLWAY Exposed granite and brick front door recess with timber lintel. An attractive introduction to this luxuriously appointed and superbly proportioned apartment. Doors lead from the reception hallway to the two bedrooms, utility room, bathroom and walk-in storage cupboard. Part glazed timber door leading to the magnificent open-plan living area. Inset ceiling spotlights. Classic cast iron-style radiator. Solid timber flooring. Video entry-phone system. OPEN-PLAN LIVING ROOM 7.80m(25'7'') x 7.04m(23'1'') A magnificent dual aspect room with an abundance of character and charm, clearly divided into two distinct areas by a large exposed central timber beam with painted columns, clearly separating the kitchen/dining area from the sitting room. KITCHEN/DINING ROOM 3.80m(12'6'') x 6.60m(21'8'') Part glazed timber door leading from the reception area into the dining section with exposed granite wall, classic cast iron-style radiator and inset ceiling spotlights. Solid timber flooring continuing from the reception hallway into the dining area with a clear divide between the dining area and kitchen, with the kitchen tiled. The kitchen area is luxuriously appointed with granite worksurfaces and splashbacks with white cupboards and drawers under and matching high level units with lighting under, timber shelving and tiled splashbacks. Inset Baumatic five-ring gas hob with stainless steel and glazed extractor hood with light over. Inset Baumatic combination microwave oven and grill with integral Baumatic oven and grill under. Inset Baumatic wine cooler, integral Baumatic fridge and separate freezer. Integral Baumatic dishwasher. Inset ceiling spotlights. SITTING AREA 7.10m(23'4'') x 3.96m(13'0'') A superb dual aspect room opening from the dining and kitchen areas with brick arch recessed double glazed timber casement windows with deep window seat, facing south and overlooking the river and pontoons. Double glazed timber French doors opening onto the private patio area. Inset ceiling spotlights. Two classic cast iron-style radiators. Solid timber flooring continuing from the dining area. TV, satellite, radio and telephone points. French doors opening onto:- PRIVATE PATIO AREA Well enclosed with stone wall, iron railings and gate, enjoying a southerly aspect. MASTER BEDROOM 4.10m(13'5'') x 3.10m(10'2'') An interesting and characterful room with exposed granite walling with brick arch recessed timber casement double glazed window, facing south, again enjoying the outlook over the river and pontoons with deep recessed window seat. Inset ceiling spotlights. Exposed timber beam with painted column. Solid timber flooring. TV aerial point. Recessed doorway with exposed stone and timber lintel leading to:- EN-SUITE SHOWER ROOM 2.90m(9'6'') x 2.24m(7'4'') A luxuriously appointed, spacious, dual aspect en-suite shower room with timber casement double glazed windows to the southerly-facing aspect and recessed brick arch timber casement double glazed window to the front elevation, both with deep mosaic tiled sills. Stylish and modern three-piece suite with inset low flush WC, rectangular sink with mixer tap and double walk-in plumbed shower. Tiled flooring with under-floor heating. Mosaic tiled wall and part exposed granite wall with recessed door with timber lintel. Inset ceiling spotlights. Door to:- WALK-IN WARDROBE Hanging space and shelf over, inset ceiling spotlight and further door leading to the boiler cupboard housing the wall mounted Potterton combination boiler and the Premier Plus unvented hot water system. BEDROOM TWO 4.46m(14'8'') x 2.58m(8'6'') Again, enjoying the southerly aspect with a brick arched recess with casement timber double glazed window and window seat. Exposed timber beam. Inset ceiling spotlights. TV socket. Solid timber flooring. Double doors leading to well proportioned cupboard with hanging space and automatic light. BATHROOM 1.76m(5'9'') x 2.45m(8'0'') A luxuriously appointed bathroom suite. The second measurement does not include a recessed double walk-in shower with plumbed-in shower and tiled splashbacks. Panelled bath with mixer tap and shower attachment. Wall mounted wash hand basin. Inset low flush WC. Tiled wall. Tiled floor with under-floor heating. Inset ceiling spotlights. Heated chrome-finish towel/radiator. UTILITY ROOM 1.81m(5'11'') x 1.48m(4'10'') Roll-top worksurface with Candy washing machine and separate Candy dryer under. Tiled flooring. Inset ceiling spotlights. HALLWAY CUPBOARD 1.20m(3'11'') x 1.52m(5'0'') A particularly useful hallway cupboard with exposed granite walling. Solid timber flooring. Electric heater. Alarm control panel. Electric consumer unit. Inset ceiling spotlights. TANDEM COVERED PARKING On entering the development, turn left and the private parking area can be found four bays along. PRIVATE PATIO AREA Accessed via the sitting room, well enclosed with stone walling and iron gate, enjoying a southerly aspect. SERVICES Mains gas, electricity, water and drainage are connected to the property. Telephone points (subject to supplier's regulations). COUNCIL TAX Band D - Cornwall Council. TENURE Leasehold. Service charge: ?240.61 for the first quarter of 2010. POSSESSION Immediate vacant possession upon completion of the purchase - the vendors offering the additional benefit of no onward chain. VIEWING Strictly by prior appointment with the vendors' Sole Agents - Laskowski & Company, 28 High Street, Falmouth, TR11 2AD. Telephone: 01326 318813. FLOOR PLANS For identification purposes only - not to scale These particulars have been prepared as a general guide only for prospective purchasers. Although every effort has been made to provide a fair and reasonable description of the property, no specific survey or detailed inspection has been carried out in relation to the building, services, appliances and any fixtures and fittings. All measurements, dimensions, acreages and distances are approximate and should not be relied upon for accuracy. All buyers should rely on their own surveys and investigations in connection with a purchase of the property.
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