The junction was the point where the parishes of St Agnes (northwest and west), Perranzabuloe (northeast) and Kenwyn (east and south) meet.
[9] Over the more recent years, significant renovations were completed at the 11,000 square foot house, including the addition of a swimming pool.
[11] A reliable source provides the following specifics about the surroundings as of 1977: "The garden was laid out by John Thomas at the end of the 18th century.
The damming of a small stream in 1830 created a large expanse of water which is now bordered by gunneras, lysichitums and Cornish Red rhododendron.
[12] Historic England adds that as of 2018, the gardens include a "complete and unaltered C18 bridge" which is Grade II listed in its own right.