Words: Anna Galbraith
City life getting you down? Sick of over-cramped tubes and over-priced beer? Feeling a little short-changed watching your London property draining your bank account? We might have just discovered the ultimate antidote.
Penquite Manor is a majestic Grade II listed manor house which comes with 30 acres of gardens and parkland adjoining the Fowey Estuary in Cornwall.
As well as looking particularly impressive from afar, set amongst the expansive green countryside — the house has been extensively refurbished throughout and is just waiting for you to move in and make it your home.
Study area
With opulent, elegant interiors including nine bedrooms, seven bathrooms and no less than five reception rooms — invest in Penquite Manor and live out your very own period drama.
What the agent says:
“The attention to detail in the workmanship is noticeable throughout, seamlessly combining the grandeur of a 19th century manor house with the practicalities of a modern day family home.”
Master bedroom
“The house flows extremely well in a logical and manageable layout, ideal for a growing family and the low running costs of the property also make it suitable as a second home.”
What we say:
This house is big enough to have the whole family to stay for the Christmas holidays, without you ever having to bump into them.
Lounge Area
Games Room
Drawing Room
Bragging rights:
You will have no less than:
An entrance hall, library, drawing room, kitchen, breakfast room, pantry, utility room, dining room, 2 home offices, a TV room, cloakroom, extensive wine cellar, 9 bedrooms, a triple garage, an entertaining terrace, a games room and 30 acres to your name. Brag away.
Dining Room
Useful to drop into conversation:
Sitting Room
“Did I mention that Giuseppe Garibaldi spent a luxurious night in the guest quarters here?”
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