Cornish country house with pretty gardens
This country house dates back to the 15th century, and has two acres of gardens which are a haven for wildlife
Cutbrawn is a Cornish country property dating back to 1475 which has been sympathetically restored using modern and reclaimed materials, with an adjoining wing which currently provides an additional income to the owners.
The house is full of character features such as oak panelling and floors, and offers excellent spacious accommodation including a fine fitted study, a small library and the impressive drawing room which has an original fireplace with wood-burning stove. The kitchen/breakfast room has a marble floor, oak beams, and screen and casements to a terrace and the gardens outside. Upstairs are four bedrooms, including the master suite, and a family shower room.
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The Apple Barn currently lets for 20 weeks a year and has a living room/kitchen area and two bedrooms.
Outside are two acres of gardens and grounds which feature terraces, lawns, herbaceous beds and a host of shrubs and ornamental trees including magnolias, wisteria, olives, roses and hydrangeas, and incorporating water features and lily ponds, as well as a charming circular summerhouse. The gardens attract a wide range of wildlife.
Cutbrawn is located close to the Fowey River between Lostwithel and Restormel Castle, and the historic harbour of Polruan and Fowey to the south. St Winnow is a short drive for local amenities. The guide price is £1.95m. For further information please contact Jackson-Stops & Staff on 01872 261160 or visit www.jackson-stops.co.uk.
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