Contained within the grounds of the historic Pengersick Castle and with parts of the building dating back to the 13th century, Castle Gate offers a unique opportunity to own a part of history. The Grade 2* listed building has been meticulously and lovingly restored to a presentation which is a credit to the current owner and retains Ancient Monument status due to its direct heritage with the castle itself. Full of character, the property features solid wooden floors, beautiful granite features and exposed framed ceiling to the open plan living accommodation on the second floor. The property also benefits from oil fired central heating, two double bedrooms both with en-suite facilities, substantial parking for many cars and pleasant enclosed rear gardens split into three distinct area's. There is a lawned area with direct views of the castle and down the valley towards Praa Sands. A pleasant patio area and a garden pond.
The property has been used as a successful holiday let for a number of years, accounts are available on request.
Due to the incredibly unique and rare opportunity the property offers, an early viewing is most highly recommended.
| Accommodation comprises: | External granite steps lead up to:
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| . | Half glazed stable door into Entrance Hallway, exposed wooden flooring, large storage cupboard, feature fireplace with exposed granite surround, radiator, stairs to lower ground floor and first floor with door to:
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| Bedroom Two | 10'6\" (3.2m) x 8'2\" (2.5m) (irregular shape). Two deep set windows with granite surround and slate sills, one to the side and one to front. Beamed ceiling, exposed wooden floor, radiator. Large shelved storage cupboard, built in shelving to one wall, opening to walk in shower with mains fed shower and extractor. Door to close coupled WC with wall mounted corner wash hand basin.
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| . | Stairs from entrance hallway lead up to:
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| Open Plan Living Area | 30'6\" (9.3m) x 16'10\" (5.13m) (overall measurement). Split into three disctinct areas:
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| Lounge Area | 16'10\" x 15'3\" (5.13m x 4.65m). A beautiful triple aspect space with a window to each side and one to the rear. Exposed wooden flooring, vaulted beamed ceiling, exposed granite features to walls. Half glazed wooden stable door to garden. Two radiators, stairs down to:
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| Enclosed Room | 12'10\" (3.91m) x 10'6\" (3.2m) (including stairs). Beamed ceiling, wooden floor and shelving to one wall. The room currently has permission for conversion into a bathroom to include 'spa' bath, WC and basin.
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| . | Step from the lounge to:
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| Dining Area | 14'11\" x 7'2\" (4.55m x 2.18m). Large stable style window to front with stunning views of Pengersick Castle. Beautiful open beamed ceiling, solid wooden floor, radiator. Opening to:
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| Kitchen | 11'5\" x 9'4\" (3.48m x 2.84m). An integral part of the spacious open plan room, the kitchen is divided by chancel screens salvaged from a local church, offset beautifully by the wooden wall and base units with worktop space over and inset Belfast style sink. Exposed wooden beams, feature revealed granite to the walls, tiled floor and window to one side looking down the valley. Integrated dishwasher, fridge and freezer, space for range style cooker with stainless steel splash back and extractor fan over. Cupboard housing oil fired combination boiler.
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| Bedroom One | 13'7\" (4.14m) x 10'8\" (3.25m) (irregular shape). A secluded and tranquil room in the oldest part of the building, with two feature windows to the front along with fully glazed door (with additional shuttered wooden external doors) to ground level outside. Feature exposed granite to walls, beamed ceiling, wooden floor and radiator. Built in wardrobe to one wall providing shelving and hanging space, storage cupboard under stairs. Door to:
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| Ensuite | Walk in shower enclosure with tiled surround and mains fed shower. Close coupled WC.
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| Outside | To the front of the property there is a large gravelled area with wooden fence bordering providing ample parking. Granite steps lead up the side of the property to the main entrance, and also leading along a decked walkway to the rear gardens.
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| . | Exiting from the rear of the property a raised decked area provides access to the secluded gardens. Split into two areas, a lovely patio seating area bordered by hedging overlooks a mature pond. Through a walkway from the patio, a pleasant lawn bordered by mature shrubs provides excellent elevated views of Pengersick Castle and contains a large wooden storage shed.
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| Agents Note | Furnishings, fixtures and fittings are available by separate negotiation should any prospective purchaser wish to continue holiday letting the property.
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