ROSKRUGE BARTONM A N A C C A N , T H E L I Z A R D

ROSKRUGE BARTONMANACCAN, THE LIZARD, TR12 6EN

Magical small estate south of the Helford RiverManaccan: 1

Gillan Cove: 2.1

Helford Village: 2

Helston: 8.3

Truro: 23.9

(all distances are approximate and in miles)

Grade II* Listed medieval country house

4/5 bedrooms

Family kitchen with AGA

2 reception rooms

Attached 1 bedroom guest cottage

Study

Utility/laundry

Grade II Listed former mill buildings

Stables & piggery, hay barn, workshops

Mooring on the Helford River

Meadow and woodlands

Formal gardens

Vegetable garden

Approximately 44.6 acres

SituationRoskruge Barton lies hidden in an unspoilt valley to the south of the Helford River in the beautiful rural parish of St. Anthony-in-Meneage, on the northern side of the breathtaking Lizard Peninsula. A short distance away lies the wooded Carne creek, which flows into Falmouth Bay past the ancient settlement of St. Anthony with its creekside church, and the sandy cove at Gillan.

The historic village of Manaccan, a short distance away, is extremely popular with locals and visitors alike, and centres around a Norman church which dominates the village. Around the church is a cluster of pretty period cottages set above the village square. Manaccan is a wonderful community and has a village hall, thatched pub – the New Inn, and a well reputed restaurant.

Approximately 2 miles away is Helford Village and the south bank of the Helford River. This charming riverside village very much appeals to the sailing fraternity who enjoy the tranquil pace of life in this unique area of Cornwall. There is a sailing club, the waterside Shipwrights Inn, deep water moorings in the river and in the summer a pedestrian ferry to Helford Passage on the north side of the river.

Much of the countryside surrounding the Helford estuary is owned by the National Trust or the Bosahan Estate and is designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, with numerous scenic creekside and coastal walks within easy reach, including those around Frenchman’s Creek, the subject of Daphne Du Maurier’s novel of the same name.

HistorySteeped in history, the house is understood to be late medieval, subsequently remodelled in the late 16th Century, early 17th Century and slightly enlarged in the 18th Century. An inventory of 1605 mentions a parlour at Roskruge (Chesher), therefore if the remodelling of the house took place before this, it is possible that doorway within the porch, the mullioned windows and much of the structure may be C16.

Having changed hands only once in nearly 60 years, and having been sympathetically restored in the last decade, Roskruge Barton survives little altered since the 19th Century and represents a rare example of a wonderful early house in this magical part of Cornwall.

The HouseOnce home to a working mill and surrounded by unspoilt countryside of the Lizard peninsula, this beautiful house is approached through a magnificent pair of 17th Century gate piers onto the drive which leads to a gorgeous porch formed by a slate-hung gabled first floor projection carried on a pair of Tuscan granite columns.

The accommodation is informal in layout and style retaining much original period detail from its long and colourful history.

Particular features of note include a fascinating scallop shell pasterwork niche representing the emblem of St. James (a trail that can be followed all the way to Santiago de Compostela in north west Spain), a magnificent wide-turning, shallow-rise staircase, stone-mullioned windows and pretty cobbled south courtyard. There is also a plastered cupboard at the top of the stairs thought to be a rare example of a priest hole, while the largest bedroom once had an exposed barrelled ceiling.

On the ground floor there are three main reception rooms including a large L-shaped family kitchen with an AGA, leading through to a bright, airy breakfast room with huge fireplace with original lintel and granite surround, and a large window overlooking the pretty cobbled courtyard. The hallway forms a walk-through passage between the front and rear doors and off it is a downstairs cloakroom. The formal dining room is a bright room with a wood-burning stove set into the fireplace, and leads through to the drawing room and to a study. The drawing room has an open fireplace, views over the gardens and an alcove featuring the scallop shell of St James.

A wide staircase leads to the first floor and to the landing which has original wooden floors and views to the courtyard at the rear of the house. The master bedroom has a window seat overlooking the courtyard and a large en suite bathroom with full height cupboards, a bath and shower. From this bathroom a rear staircase leads down to the ground floor. Off the landing are the a further three principal bedrooms (two with en suite) and a bathroom with a wonderful art deco cast iron bathroom suite. A further secret ‘cabin’ bedroom can be found behind a door and up a small staircase from this bathroom.

Accessed from the courtyard there is a sizeable cellar with magnificent slate supports and cobbled floor.

The Cider HouseAdjoining the main house and also opening out into the sunny, south-facing courtyard is The Cider House, a cozy guest annexe with a romantic first floor bedroom with an open beamed ceiling. The ground floor provides a kitchen/breakfast room, sitting room and bathroom. The bedroom also has external slate-flagged steps up from the courtyard itself.

OutbuildingsThe former Mill (Grade II Listed) buildings are believed to be from the early-mid 19th Century and constructed of serpentine and elvan rubble with dressed granite quoins, jambstones, sills, voussoirs and lintels. L-shaped in plan and two-storey, they have been extensively restored by the present owners and could suit a variety of uses. Behind this collection of buildings lie the stables and stable yard, together with a hay barn and piggery towards the rear boundary. To the rear of the house there is an additional ‘service’ entrance giving access to these buildings from the road. The majority of the outbuildings have been re-roofed in Delabole slate.

ROSKRUGE BARTONGross internal floor area (approx): 409.5 sq m / 4409 sq ft

Outbuildings: 438.5 sq m / 4721 sq ft

(Excludes restricted head height, and includes garage)For identification only - not to scale

Denotes restricted head height

Ground Floor Lower Ground Floor Second Floor

First Floor

Outbuilding 3Outbuilding 1 First Floor Outbuilding 2Outbuilding 1 Ground Floor

Gardens and GroundsRoskruge Barton is approached from the country lane through the imposing gateway, to the right of which and separating the house from the lane is a level lawned and part-walled garden with a stone cider press. Due to the sheltered setting and mild climate the gardens are a paradise for sub-tropical plants, and set behind the barns is a vegetable patch with raised beds.

The grounds are extensive and include a wood with naturalised daffodils, meadows improved with wildflowers and a mill pond. There are ancient oaks in the valley where the stream runs through to Carne Creek, St Anthony and the Helford River.

During the past 9 years the current owners have worked to reintroduce turtle doves, European quail and English partridge back to Cornwall, and the resulting bird population generally has increased 100 fold.

The grounds extend to approximately 44.6 acres (18 hectares).

Mooring – Helford RiverA mooring is available to the purchaser of Roskruge Barton. Conditions: boat up to 21 ft in length. First three years free then normal rates (2017 rate: £25 per ft).

DirectionsFrom Manaccan, follow the road towards Gillan leaving the New Inn on your right. About 100 yards after the old stone bridge, take the second turning on your right. Follow this road for about 1 mile and Roskruge Barton will be found through the large granite gate pillars on your left hand side.

ServicesMains electricity, private and mains water and private drainage. Oil central heating. The internet speed is 1MBps.

IMPORTANT NOTICESavills, their clients and any joint agents give notice that:

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fact.

2. Any areas, measurements or distances are approximate. The text, images and plans are for guidance only and are not necessarily

comprehensive. It should not be assumed that the property has all necessary planning, building regulation or other consents and

Savills have not tested any services, equipment or facilities. Purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise.

17/06/26 ET

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Reproduced from the Ordnance Survey. Not to Scale mapping with permission of the Controller of Her Majesty’s Stationery Office © Crown copyright (100041908)