House Critic – Page 68 – House buying, selling, viewing and the housing market.

Mathern Palace

Mathern Palace is positioned at the end of the village and was the former residence of the Bishops of Llandraff until it was restored by the historian and famous Garden designer H Avrey Tipping. The house today has D1 use but could easily be reverted to a private residential dwellling. The accomodation is full of historical features and is well proportioned with a number of impressive recpetion rooms and extensive bedrooom accomodation.

The gardens at Mathern Palace are incredibly romantic and lie to the south and west. The property beneifts from two cottages (one rquires finishing). Beyond the gardens is a large paddock.

What’s D1 use? D1 Non-residential institutions – Clinics, health centres, crèches, day nurseries, day centres, schools, art galleries (other than for sale or hire), museums, libraries, halls, places of worship, church halls, law court. Non residential education and training centres.

Lovely house Grade II listed

A historically important, Grade II listed, Victorian house sitting in its elevated 7.5 acres of grounds overlooking a beautiful valley with woodland, streams and ponds.

Kitchen, scullery & larder, dining room
Sitting room, snooker room, snug, orangery
7 bedrooms, 2 family bathrooms, 4 cloakrooms
Two-storey, aisled conservatory designed by Silvanus Trevail
Outbuildings include pool house (with heated pool), large barn with attached garaging and stores, workshop, Georgian greenhouse, ‘roundhouse’ garden shed and stables
7.5 acres of grounds including a walled garden, and paddock
Stunning views over the gardens and grounds to the valley beyond.
Optional 12 acre lot including large ponds, streams and paddocks

Fab staircase. Had to show you the photo of it!
A30 – 0.9 miles, Truro 13 miles, Exeter 97 miles

Hamlet for sale

A total of 15 holiday cottages, office, Inn, swimming pool and tennis court set within about 14 acres. Also, about 1 km away, a 4 bed farmhouse and barns with PP set in about 2 acres.

The 15 Cornish cottages, tennis court, swimming pool, estate office and the Inn are all set in about 14 acres. There is planning permission to convert the reception building into a 4 bedroom house. All the cottages have full residential use. The break down is: a) 4 adjoining cottages consisting of Anne’s Cottage, Farthing’s Cottage, Bramble Cottage and Trelinda Cottage. b) 3 adjoining cottage consisting of Old Farm House, Honey Cottage, and Joffer’s Cottage. c) 2 adjoining cottages consisting of Trefanny Hall and Little Trefanny Cottage. d) 2 adjoining cottages consisting of Cobbler’s Cottage and Summer Cottage. e) 2 adjoining cottages consisting of Valentine Cottage and Little Orchard Cottage. f) 2 adjoining cottages consisting of Todd’s Cottage and Hillford Cottage.
Further up the valley is Lot 2 – a 4 bedroom farmhouse and 3 original barns with planning permission to convert into domestic dwellings, set in about 1.8 acres.

How lovely would this be? Buy it and move all your friends and family in!

Amazing murals

Give a room a real wow factor. These are quite stunning!

Mr Perswall wallpaper Sunrise, P170201-9 £248.00
A beautiful Grecian sunset over the island of Telendos whilst a climber scales the steep limestone cliffs in front. Shown here in shades of brown sepia and black. Total mural size is 405cm x 265cm. Unfortunately samples are not available.

Mr Perswall wallpaper Storm, P171001-9 £258.00
Enjoy the power and beauty of the perfect storm from the comfort of your home. Shown here in various colours. Total mural size is 405cm x 265cm. Unfortunately sample are not available.

Mr Perswall wallpaper Road Trip, P160701-9 £258.00
Route 66 A retro stylised diner image in a blurred movement effect. Total mural size 405cm wide x 265cm high. Pastethewall product.

Mr Perswall wallpaper Adrenaline, P170901-9 £248.00
Take a dive into the ocean with the king of the reef and get your heart pumping that is if you dare Shown here in various colours. Total mural size is 405cm x 265cm. Unfortunately sample are not available.

Mr Perswall wallpaper I see the light Mural, P020901-9 £248.00
A black and white photo mural of a stunning American style metal bridge sunlit and a wonderful sense of perspective disappearing into far distance. Total mural size 4.05m wide x 2.65m high. NOT AS STATED BELOW.

Mr Perswall wallpaper Sitting in a Tree Mural, P020502-9 £248.00
A stunning giant scale black and white photo of snow laden winter trees. Total mural size 4.05m wide x 2.65m high. NOT AS STATED BELOW.

Mr Perswall wallpaper Dive, P170601-9 £248.00
Dive into the deepest depths of the ocean with this fantastic vibrant mural showing scuba divers. Shown here in various colours. Total mural size is 405cm x 265cm. Unfortunately samples are unavailable.

Mr Perswall wallpaper Brave, P170501-9 £248.00
A photo image of the majestic Oberstdorf glacier with a full view over both Germany and Austria. The snow formation on top of the glacier is a result of stormy winds and extremely cold temperatures. Shown here in various colours. Total mural size is 405cm x 265cm. Unfortunately samples are unavailable.

Mr Perswall wallpaper Calm Waters Mural, P021201-9 £248.00
A photo mural in shades of grey a sailing boat becalmed beside a misty mountain isle. Total mural size 4.05m wide x 2.65m high. NOT AS STATED BELOW.

Mr Perswall wallpaper Aim for the stars Mural, P021101-9 £248.00
A breathtaking black and white image of the Eiffel tower set looking up from ground level with a digitally enhance sky. Total mural size 4.05m wide x 2.65m high. NOT AS STATED BELOW.

Mr Perswall wallpaper World Map Mural, P111501-0 £248.00
A photo mural of a giant size sepia toned map of the world. Total mural size 405 cm wide and 265cm high.

Mr Perswall wallpaper The Walk, P170301-9 £248.00
Have you ever fancied a mountain expedition This breath taking image was shot by Jimmy Chin on his second ascent of Mount Everest in 2006. Shown here in shades of white grey and black. Total mural size is 405cm x 265cm. Unfortunately samples are not available.

Elegant rose mural

A wonderful way to style a room.
For those who love to have something stylish and tasteful, this delightful mural is a wonderful way to bring a rose to your bedroom.
Very unusual and will be admired by all who see it.

Mr Perswall wallpaper Rocky Rose Mural, P131602-9 £248.00
A photo image of a giant scale etched rose bouquet in black on white. Also available in shaded grey. Total mural size 405cm wide and 265cm high.

Mr Perswall wallpaper Rocky Rose Mural, P131601-9 £248.00
A photo image of a giant scale etched rose bouquet on a grey shaded concrete effect background. Also available in black on white. Total mural size 405cm wide and 265cm high.

Beautiful rugs

A beautiful rug can change a room.

Sanderson Rugs Midsummer Rose Crimson Large Rug, 45600 £749.00
A rug with a large floral rose design shown here in crimson green and cream. This is a hand tufted 100 new wool rug. Available in 3 sizes.

Sanderson Rugs St Ives Linen Large Rug, 45501 £749.00
A rug showing streets of houses in a nave lino print style. Shown here in grey and cream. This is a hand tufted 100 new wool rug. Available in 3 sizes.

Sanderson Rugs Magnolia Linen Large Rug, 46004 £749.00
A rug with a floral magnolia design shown here in linen and white. This is a hand tufted 100 new wool rug. Available in 3 sizes.

Wickes offers

Help transform your home with brand new flooring from Wickes, now with up to 40% off! Hurry this offer ends on 17th December.

Wickes also have up to 50% off selected tiles and up to 25% off selected lighting too – so please add these great offers to your promotions.

Up to 40% off Solid Wood Flooring

Offer: Up to 40% off Flooring at Wickes.co.uk

Ends: 17th December

Offer: Up to 50% Off Selected Tiles at Wickes.co.uk

Offer: Up to 25% off Lighting at Wickes.co.uk

Ends: 17th December

IR digital thermometer

GM550 Non-Contact IR-Infrared Digital Thermometer – Measurement Range: Between -50 °C and 550 °C (Between -58 °F and 1022 °F)

This unit is equipped with laser pointer for accurate target aiming
One-handed design for simple and convenient operation
LED back light design for operation under poor illumination/Supports MAX / MIN / AVG / DIF reading
With data store recall function and data hold function/Supports high / low temperature alarm setup
°C / °F selection and laser traget pointer ON /OFF selection/Auto power shut off

Easy to use to find cold spots and drafts in your home and allow you to make your insulation work better.

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Graham and Green offers

Until midnight Monday 18th November, Graham and Green are offering free shipping on orders over £75 with the code XS13FS.

Graham & Green
Lovely stuff for your home. Furniture and decorations.

They have some Colour in Wallpaper

Graham & Green Wallpaper Range

White Library Wallpaper White Library Wallpaper

Colour-In Wallpaper Colour-In Wallpaper

Grey Plank Wallpaper Grey Plank Wallpaper

Ivory Library Wallpaper Ivory Library Wallpaper

Young Birch Forest Wallpaper Young Birch Forest Wallpaper

Light Grey Panelled Wallpaper Light Grey Panelled Wallpaper

Driftwood Timber Wallpaper Driftwood Timber Wallpaper

Gallery Wallpaper Gallery Wallpaper

Lumberjack Wallpaper Lumberjack Wallpaper

Linen Crackle Wallpaper Linen Crackle Wallpaper

Plantation Wallpaper Plantation Wallpaper

Studio Grey Wallpaper Studio Grey Wallpaper

Luggage Wallpaper Luggage Wallpaper

White Timber Wallpaper White Timber Wallpaper

Cargo Wallpaper Cargo Wallpaper

Lime Timber Wallpaper Lime Timber Wallpaper

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Palmer Wallpaper Palmer Wallpaper

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Curator Wallpaper Curator Wallpaper

Oxford Wallpaper Oxford Wallpaper

Colour Library Wallpaper Colour Library Wallpaper

Oak Regent Wallpaper Oak Regent Wallpaper

Ivory Regent Wallpaper Ivory Regent Wallpaper

Ark Wallpaper Ark Wallpaper

Charcoal Penny Post Wallpaper Charcoal Penny Post Wallpaper

White Brick Wallpaper White Brick Wallpaper

Pinboard Wallpaper Pinboard Wallpaper

Louis XV Panelled Wallpaper Louis XV Panelled Wallpaper

Love Letter Wallpaper Love Letter Wallpaper

Large White Brick Wallpaper Large White Brick Wallpaper

Stone Library Wallpaper Stone Library Wallpaper

Red Penny Post Wallpaper Red Penny Post Wall

Worst rightmove ad ever?

This story on the metro tells the tale of a former cannabis farm being advertised on rightmove.

Didn’t the estate agent think it looked a bit strange?

Mind you some of the photos some estate agents use on rightmove are shocking. Blurry photos, ones taken with a fish eye lens that distorts the view massively, photoshopped skies, and many more silly ones.