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Tremorvah House, Tremorvah Crescent, Truro
One of Truro's grandest houses has just become available to buy for the first time in almost 100 years and is already attracting significant interest. Described as being built in the Victorian Gothic style, Tremorvah House lies in a secluded oasis located at the end of a driveway off Tremorvah Crescent in Truro.Odds Restaurant, Newquay
A Cornish farmer has created a restaurant so green you wouldn't even know it was there. Diners arriving at Odds Restaurant for the first time often think that they have taken a wrong turn – even when they reach the car park.Carbis Wharf, Roche
The owners of Carbis Wharf Holiday Cottages, Roche have retained so much of their property's original features that at first glance you could be forgiven for mistaking it as an Industrial Heritage Centre. But closer inspection of the former clay drying works reveal a thoroughly modern holiday complex comprising of a large bed and breakfast property with 6 letting rooms and nine self-catering holiday cottages.Wesley Garage, Pelynt
Wesley Garage is situated in Pelynt, an attractive village in south east Cornwall. The property has, we understand, been in the same family ownership since the 1950s, with parts of the original building still remaining; but having been extended during the 1960s and 1980s.Rosemanowes Quarry, Penryn
A Cornish quarry, world renowned as the site of the UK's first ever Hot-Rocks Project, is once again attracting global interest. Rosemanowes Quarry, near Penryn, is well known amongst the world's science and engineering fraternities for being the site of Europe's first deep geothermal (Hot Rocks) project from the 1970s to 1991.Tolcarne Beach Bar, Tolcarne, Newquay
We have recently received instructions to offer an exciting opportunity to acquire a popular beachside bar/restaurant situated in a stunning position overlooking Tolcarne Beach, Newquay. The premises are situated in an excellent position fronting one of Cornwall's most popular and busiest beaches, enjoying views over the beach and sea.Telford Guest House, Falmouth
Telford Guest House is situated on the prominent location of Melville Road, Falmouth. The end of terrace three-storey property has many character features and comprises 6 well-appointed guest letting rooms, 1-bedroom owners' accommodation, large guests' dining room and conservatory. The property also enjoys off-road parking.Sun Valley Holiday Park, St Austell
We are pleased to offer Sun Valley Holiday Park, situated in Pentewan on Cornwall's south coast, to the market. The mature site extends to circa 20 acres and comprises a hire/owner static caravan fleet (75 in total), 28 hook-ups for touring caravans as well as 10 holiday letting apartments in the original Nansladron Manor.Ground Floor, Mansion House, Truro
It's a case of "trading places" for a number of estate agents in Truro who are changing their City bases. A combination of factors, including a Company merger and prime retail space becoming vacant, has prompted the reshuffle of three property companies who operate under the "Miller Countrywide" umbrella.New Prices
The following properties are now available with reduced asking prices:-
Recent Disposals
Various Recent Transactions
Some recent transactions that we have concluded include:
22-24 Market Street, Falmouth
A property on Falmouth's main shopping street has been sold to local private investor for a price nudging the £1 million mark. We acquired the premises, on behalf of our client, through CBRE Auction House in London for £930,000. The property at 22-24 Market Street has tenants, which include, Santander Bank and Goodenough Shoes (trading as Clarks), with a combined rental income of £87,500 per annum, producing a net yield of nearly 9%.New Tattoo Studio in Truro
We have just concluded negotiations on a new Lease for 6 Old Bridge Street, Truro which has been taken by Secret-Ink Tattoo Studio off a Guide Price of £9,900 per annum. The new Lease was negotiated by Leanne Morris in our Agency Department.
Victoria Business Park, Roche
Cornwall Farmers has sold one of its former warehouse and showroom premises at Victoria Business Park in Roche off a guide price of £750,000. The Cornwall Farmers' Co-Operative has more than 4,000 members and sells £70 million of goods and services every year.
Tregoniggie Industrial Estate, Falmouth
A cycle business, which exports its products worldwide, has invested in a new manufacturing base in Falmouth. Inspired Cycle Engineering Ltd (ICE), who build and construct recumbent trikes, has just purchased a 5,307 sq ft industrial unit on the Tregoniggie Industrial Estate in Falmouth.
Everything’s “Hunky Dory” for the New Owners of a Falmouth Restaurant
Chris Johnson and David Cordeaux recently bought the Hunkydory Restaurant on Arwenack Street in Falmouth. Both have experience in hospitality and catering, with David having worked in the wedding industry, and Chris at a wine bar in central London.
Dentist Finds an Alternative Way of Putting Smiles Faces
Former dentist Louise Barker and her sister Jo have just acquired the Truro Fancy Dress business "Clowning Around". This week the sisters took over the helm of the business in Church Walk, Union Place near the centre of the city.
Business At New Truro Model Shop Gets Off To A Flying Start
Imperial Models, formerly at Quay Mews, has moved to larger premises at 6 Princes Street, just off the city's main shopping thoroughfare. Owner Robert Davies, says model shops are doing well despite the recession as people are look for cheaper hobbies and past times to spend their spare money on.Life Is Sweet For The New Owners Of A Cornish Confectionary Business
Roger and Sarah Smith have recently taken ownership of Fowey Fudge Sweet Shop located on Lostwithiel Street in the heart of the popular seaside village of Fowey.One of Truro’s Historic Hotels now Under New Ownership
The Carlton Hotel on Falmouth Road has been sold to Nicky Manning, whose family run Manning's Hotel in the centre of the city.
News
Miller Commercial Charity Golf Day 2013
Please see the links below for information relating to this year's Charity Golf Day, which for the 7th year running and by kind permission of its Directors, will be held at Falmouth Golf Club on Friday 9th August 2013. Also attached is the Entry Form.
Promotion News
We are pleased to announce the appointment of Nick Maffey as our new Associate. Nick has worked in our Property Management Department since April 2009 and has brought a wealth of experience to the firm, having previously run his own practice in Sussex and having managed the prestigious Berkeley Square Estate (the London real estate assets of the Abu Dhabi Royal Family).
Changes to Energy Performance Certificates
As soon as the process of selling or renting a property begins, the seller or landlord is responsible for providing an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) to any prospective buyer or tenant at the earliest opportunity. The letting agent must ensure that an EPC has been commissioned before they can market the property for rent or they may be liable to a civil penalty or charge notice.Nightclub Investment
A millionaire entrepreneur has set his sights on Cornish venues to help pick Britain's dance club business off the floor. EMCO Capital Advisers have launched an Alternative Property Fund. From this week the Cayman Island-registered property fund has begun to shortlist scores of ailing nightclubs, late-licence bars and beleaguered dance halls across the country.Miller Commercial Tickled Pink To Sponsor Falmouth Beer Festival
Some of our staff from the Company attended the first evening of this year's festival, at the Princess Pavilions, Falmouth – and sampled Skinners new Charity Ale.New Anti-Squatting Legislation
A Law which has been implemented from the start means anyone found in an empty residential home risks up to a year in prison or a £5,000 fine, although the legislation does not extend to commercial property.
St Austell Retail Market Debate
A national report which placed St Austell at the bottom of a national league for retail rents is wrong – in our opinion. Figures published by Colliers International claim retail rents in St Austell have suffered a 40% loss in the last year, with values dropping further than towns in deprived areas of Wales and the North East.
Saddle Sore?
Two of our Chartered Surveyors have cycled the length of Great Britain as part of the Deloitte Ride Across Britain Charity ride.
“A Deal a Day” Keeps Us Ahead of the Competition
We have, once again, completed more deals than any other agency in Cornwall to win the title 'Most Active Agent'. The award, judged and given out by the industry's Estates Gazette magazine, includes all transactions completed in the office, retail, industrial, leisure and land sectors in the period from 1st May 2011 to 30th July 2012.
New Appointments
We are pleased to announce the appointment of two new members of staff, Garry Becconsall and Sophie Endacott.
Miller Commercial are Property Consultants based in Truro, specialising in all aspects of Commercial Property, including vacant property, business transfer, professional services and property management. We are one of the largest firm of independent Chartered Surveyors in Cornwall & Devon, being awarded "Cornwall's Most Active Agent 2010/11 & 2011/12" by the Estates Gazette. Read our latest Newsletter 
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