Birch Valley Lodge

This exceptional three-bedroom home lies in the peaceful hamlet of Hicks Mill, near Truro, Cornwall. Designed by Marraum architects, the house is defined by its striking A-frame structure, its standing seam galvanised steel roof and burnt timber cladding. Inside, an open-plan kitchen and living space opens onto a dining terrace with arresting views across the countryside. The house is surrounded by nearly four acres of land, and there are two versatile outbuildings. Truro is a short drive away, and runs regular services to London Paddington.