This Grade II listed, substantial and well maintained period home, situated on the prominent Church Hill in Helston, presents a rare opportunity to acquire a property of significant character, historical appeal, and versatility. Cherished by the same family for over 40 years, the home has been thoughtfully cared for, retaining its unique charm while offering practical, well balanced accommodation suited to modern living.
Approached via a charming cobbled pathway, you are welcomed into an outer hallway leading to the impressive original front door, complete with distinctive Helston made ironwork and key. The outer hall also provides access to a useful and versatile office or store room. Upon entering the main house, the sense of history is immediately apparent, with beautiful period features carefully preserved throughout, including an original stained glass window on the half landing.
The spacious open plan kitchen and dining room forms the heart of the home, centred around a gas fired Aga and designed for both everyday living and entertaining. A convenient utility room, incorporating space for appliances, a sink, WC, and shower, enhances the home’s practicality. The ground floor also offers two additional flexible rooms, currently arranged as a sitting room and bedroom, providing adaptable living options depending on individual needs.
Upstairs, a generous landing provides access to two bedrooms along with the integrated Old Schoolroom studio/annexe. This room can be secured to create a self contained living space with its own garden access, open plan lounge/kitchen/bedroom area and separate shower room. Our client has advised that it has been successfully used for Airbnb. It also lends itself to multi generational living without compromising the privacy of the main residence.
Externally, the property benefits from a good size enclosed walled garden with mature planting, a charming summer house, and ample space for outdoor dining or relaxation make this a highly usable and private extension of the living space, perfect for enjoying the Cornish air during warmer months.
Its central location on Church Hill provides convenient access to local amenities and the wider community. This is a home ideally suited to those who appreciate historic properties, value character and lifestyle, and seek the added benefit of flexible accommodation with income potential.
Location – Helston is famed for its historic Flora Day celebrations on 8th May when the town is bedecked with greenery, bluebells and gorse and throughout the day dancers weave in and out of shops, houses and gardens following the Helston Town Band playing the famous Floral Dance and ushering in the Summer, this property is part of the historic ‘old town’ and is situated on the route of the morning and evening dance and the Hal an Tow, perfectly placed to enjoy the festivities and just a few moments walk from the town centre. The modern town and surrounding area boast many Primary Schools. The nearest secondary schools are in Helston and Mullion. Helston also enjoys a leisure centre with a swimming pool and large gym and many amenity areas including the Coronation Boating Lake and the beautiful National Trust Penrose Estate offering a host of woodland walks. Helston is widely regarded as the gateway to the stunning Lizard Peninsula and is also within a 10 minute drive of the thriving harbour and coastline at Porthleven which offers an array of shops and good quality restaurants as well as world class surf. The city of Truro and the towns of Falmouth, Penzance and Hayle are all within a 20 to 30 minute drive.
Accommodation- Entrance Hallway
Inner Hallway
Office
Ground Floor Bedroom
Lounge with wood burner
Kitchen/Dining Room
Shower Room
Spacious First Floor Landing
Bedroom One
Bedroom Two
Studio/Annexe which has an open plan lounge/kitchen/bedroom and a shower room.
Outside- The rear garden is of good size and enclosed by stone walling. This area offers a good amount of privacy and includes attractive lawned areas, providing a good space for outdoor enjoyment. A charming summer house offers an additional versatile space, perfect for hobbies, a home office, or simply a quiet retreat. The garden is further enhanced by a variety of plants and shrubs, creating a visually appealing and low maintenance environment. This outdoor area is designed to be a usable extension of the living space, offering privacy and a connection to nature.
Services - Mains water, electricity, gas and drainage.
Rights of Way - Our client has advised that they have a pedestrian right of way to access Gwealhellis House across the cobbled path in front of the neighbouring property.
Council Tax Band – E
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