A former Cornish engine house with its own quarry, five floors and an established holiday and wedding business has gone on the market for a six-figure sum.
The unusual property, known as The Stack, sits in the rural hamlet of Trelyon near Grampound Road, outside of Truro, surrounded by countryside and occupying an elevated position overlooking the valley below.
Dating back to the late 1800s, the striking Grade II-listed granite building was originally constructed as the engine house for New Terras Mine. It was also known as "The Castle" during the early part of the 20th century, with the name appearing on some Ordnance Survey maps.
Today, the historic building has been transformed into a distinctive three-bedroom home spread over five atmospheric floors. The property combines its original industrial features, including substantial granite walls and arched openings, with contemporary interiors and modern comforts.
At the heart of the home is an impressive open-plan kitchen and dining room, complete with stone detailing and a woodburning stove. There is also a sitting room and cinema den on the lower ground floor, as well as a snug higher up in the property.
Three bedrooms, a large bathroom with separate shower and an additional WC complete the accommodation. But it is outside where the property gets even more unusual.
The home sits within around 0.6 acres of gardens and grounds, including mature trees and shrubs, lawns, terraces and wooded areas. Its former quarry has been transformed into an atmospheric outdoor events space, described as having a natural amphitheatre-like quality and currently providing a setting for intimate weddings and celebrations.
A large rear terrace includes an outdoor kitchen, sun terrace and sunken hot tub, while a detached studio, double car port and adjoining workshop provide additional space. There is also an external utility room with a WC.
The property has already established itself as a luxury holiday destination through Unique Homestays, while its owners say it generates around £90,000 in gross annual income from holiday letting and wedding use.
It has a civil licence and capacity for up to 40 wedding guests, potentially giving its next owner the option of continuing its existing commercial use. Alternatively, the property could become a highly unusual full-time home or second home.
The listing describes it as offering a rare combination of architectural history, secluded surroundings, residential appeal and established income potential. It is being marketed by Rohrs & Rowe with a guide price of £895,000.
The property is around two miles from Grampound Road, where there is a village shop, post office, pub, railway station and primary school. The south coast, including Charlestown, Carlyon Bay, Porthpean and the Roseland Peninsula, is also within reach.
For anyone looking for a home that is a little different from the ordinary, this former mine engine house certainly has plenty of stories, and an entire quarry, to its name.
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Cornish Engine House Home With Wedding Venue For Sale