4 bed Country House With Land

D R Kivell & Partners

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4 bed Country House With Land

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BR/BA:

4 BR, 3 BA

Location:

Callington, Cornwall

Description:

A quietly located, 4 bedroom, fine country house in a secluded picturesque valley setting, with a detached annexe with double garage and a 3 bedroom cottage. Set in approximately 15 acres of gardens, grounds and paddocks with outbuildings and a stone barn with potential. Far reaching countryside views.

SITUATION
The property is situated in a private and secluded picturesque Tamar Valley setting, a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Plymouth, Tavistock, Dartmoor and the south coast are all within easy reach. Callington is 3 miles to the south west and offers a range of shops including 3 supermarkets and a selection of individual shops, a post office and several public houses. There is also a popular country public house at Horsebridge. The nearest railway station is at Gunnislake (approximately 3.5 miles) and the city of Plymouth lies approximately 17 miles to the south from where there are excellent road and mainline railway links to the rest of the country. There is also a cross Channel ferry service to Brittany and northern Spain.

Approximately 8 miles to the north east is the thriving stannary market town of Tavistock where there are many historic buildings, including the pannier market and the town hall, which overlooks Bedford Square. There is also an excellent selection of individual shops, supermarkets, restaurants, public houses, hotels, doctors and dentist surgeries. Leisure facilities include Meadowlands swimming pool, The Wharf Arts Centre including concert hall and cinema, bowls, football, cricket, golf and shooting clubs. Tavistock provides a good selection of state and private education with Mount House Preparatory School, Kelly College and Tavistock College, to name but a few. Close by is Dartmoor National Park, renowned for its spectacular scenery and there are many opportunities locally for golfing, walking, riding and fishing. The main A30 dual carriageway is close at hand, accessed at Lifton, and provides valuable links to other towns, villages and places of interest, including the capital cathedral city of Truro, Bodmin, St. Austell, the city of Exeter and the coastal surfing resort of Newquay. Airports and rail links are located in both Newquay and Exeter, with the M5 motorway being located at the latter.
RECREATION
Horse Riding & Walking - Horse riding is accessible via bridleways and country lanes in the area. The South West Coast Path also offers scenic walking and further walking and riding are available on Bodmin Moor and Dartmoor.
Water - Sailing is available on the River Tamar with further opportunities at Siblyback Lake, Roadford Lake, Looe, Fowey, Plymouth, Newton Ferrers, Salcombe, Dartmouth and various other harbours along the south coast. There are a delightful range of beaches on both north and south coasts and fishing locations are available throughout Devon and Cornwall.
Golf - Golf courses can be found at Tavistock, Hurdwick, Yelverton, Launceston, Okehampton and St Mellion International Resort set in 450 acres, which has two championship golf courses, spa and health club.
COMMUNICATIONS
Road - The A30 (dual carriageway) from Launceston and the A38 from Plymouth provides easy access to Exeter and the M5 motorway.
Rail - Regular intercity services operate from Exeter and Plymouth to London (Paddington) and via Salisbury to London (Waterloo).
Ferry - Ferry services operate from Plymouth to northern France and northern Spain.
Air - Exeter International Airport provides flights to the Isles of Scilly, Channel Islands, Ireland, Scotland and a number of continental destinations. Newquay Airport offers flights to London Stansted plus other destinations.
DESCRIPTION
Sherwell house is a fine, elegant, country house set amidst the picturesque countryside on the upper western slopes of the Tamar Valley, a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. This substantial and well presented house is believed to date back to the early 18th century and has retained many of its period features and charm. The property comprises: Entrance hall, drawing room, sitting/dining room, kitchen/dining room, cloakroom and utility boot room; on the first floor: 4 bedrooms with master en-suite with dressing room and a family bathroom. Adjacent to the house is a well presented detached cottage providing ancillary accommodation or holiday letting potential and comprises: Entrance hall, sitting room, cloakroom and kitchen/dining room; on the first floor: 3 bedrooms and family bathroom. Situated across the parking area is the double garage and an annexe games room/office space arranged on a split-level with a mezzanine floor over the garage, which also provides further living accommodation. The house, annexe and cottage are set in approximately 15 acres of gardens, grounds and paddocks with traditional tree-lined hedgerows and wildlife areas including a stream on the lower boundary. There is a range of useful outbuildings including a substantial traditional barn with potential.
From the paved driveway, twin solid oak panelled doors lead to:
HOUSE ACCOMMODATION

ENTRANCE VESTIBLUE 3.03m(9'11'') x 2.51m(8'3'') max
Slate floor, cast iron radiator, timber framed sash window to the side elevation and glazed oak French doors lead to:
RECEPTION HALL 6.21m(20'5'') max x 4.01m(13'2'')
Slate floor, cast iron radiator, bespoke handmade oak staircase rises to the first floor with understairs storage cupboard, recessed ceiling spotlights, full height window with deep sill slate window shelf to the front elevation, solid oak panelled doors lead to:
DRAWING ROOM 7.29m(23'11'') x 4.54m(14'11'')
A welcoming double aspect room with timber framed sash window to the front elevation and timber framed French doors to the rear elevation opening out onto the raised wooden deck enjoying views over the gardens and grounds and the surrounding countryside beyond, recessed feature granite fireplace housing a multi-fuel burning stove, 2 cast iron radiators, television aerial point and wall lighting.
DINING/SITTING ROOM 5.77m(18'11'') x 3.33m(10'11'')
Radiator, 2 timber framed sash windows with oak panelled surrounds with deep sill oak shelf and cupboards below to the rear elevation overlooking the gardens and surrounding countryside beyond.
CLOAKROOM
Pedestal wash hand basin, low level WC, slate and oak flooring, recessed ceiling spotlights, extractor fan, ladder-style heated towel rail.
KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM 6.10m(20'0'') x 5.38m(17'8'')
Range of fitted Chalon wall and base units under solid wood and polished black granite worksurfaces, inset twin Belfast sink with mixer taps, built-in dishwasher, central island with a range of cupboards, drawers and storage space under a solid beech worktop with inset Belfast sink with a hanging unit above with inset spotlights, black oil fired 4-oven Aga incorporating a hot plate with 2 independently controlled rings, space for American-style fridge/freezer, 2 cast iron radiators, recessed ceiling spotlights, twin timber framed glazed French doors opening out onto the wooden sun deck with views over the gardens, grounds and the surrounding countryside beyond. Solid oak panelled door leads to:
UTILITY/BOOT ROOM
Solid oak floor, space and plumbing for washing machine and tumble dryer, radiator, 2 timber framed sash windows to the front elevation, door leads from the side elevation onto the driveway.
ON THE FIRST FLOOR

LANDING 8.51m(27'11'') max x 3.58m(11'9'')
A light and airy landing with comfortable seating area, radiator and doors lead off to:
MASTER BEDROOM 7.56m(24'10'') max x 5.50m(18'1'') max
Dual aspect room with timber sash windows to the rear and side elevations, 2 radiators, television aerial point. Door leads to:
DRESSING ROOM 2.22m(7'3'') x 2.12m(6'11'')
Fitted with shelves, drawers and hanging units, radiator, recessed ceiling spotlights, timber framed sash window to the rear elevation with views over the gardens and the surrounding countryside beyond.
EN-SUITE BATHROOM 3.26m(10'8'') x 2.97m(9'9'') max
A contemporary white suite comprising: Low level WC, panelled bath, large wall mounted sink with drawer units below, large shower cubicle with fixed rainhead power shower, 2 wall mounted heated towel rails, recessed ceiling spotlights, extractor fan, timber framed hinged window to the rear elevation.
BEDROOM 3 4.83m(15'10'') max x 3.33m(10'11'')
Radiator, timber framed sash window to the front elevation. Door to:
JUNIOR EN-SUITE BATHROOM
Low level WC, vanity unit with inset wash hand basin with cupboards below and a child's panelled bath with Heritage mixer taps and hand-held shower attachment, part-tiled walls to dado height, ladder-style heated towel rail, timber framed sash window to the front elevation.
BATHROOM
Low level WC, pedestal wash hand basin, free-standing roll-top bath with ball and claw feet, ladder-style heated towel rail, built-in Airing Cupboard housing the hot water cylinder with wooden slatted shelves above.
BEDROOM 4 4.47m(14'8'') max x 3.78m(12'5'') max
Radiator, timber framed sash window to the front elevation overlooking the land and the surrounding countryside beyond.
BEDROOM 2 5.17m(17'0'') max x 3.95m(13'0'')
Radiator, timber framed sash window with deep sill slate window shelf to the rear elevation with views over the garden and the surrounding countryside beyond.
EN-SUITE SHOWER ROOM
Low level WC, pedestal wash hand basin, shower cubicle housing the Mira Sport electric shower, ladder-style heated towel rail, timber framed hinged window with deep sill slate window shelf to the rear elevation.
CELLAR
Accessed from outside to the rear of the house.
BOILER ROOM/STORE 6.10m(20'0'') x 1.78m(5'10'')
Housing the oil fired central heating boiler.
WINE CELLAR 3.61m(11'10'') x 2.81m(9'3'')
Slate flagstone floor.
COTTAGE ACCOMMODATION
A detached cottage situated to the side of the house is accessed from the paved driveway ascending a flight of granite steps over the granite cobbled courtyard leading up to solid timber doors leading into:
ENTRANCE HALL 4.80m(15'9'') x 2.27m(7'5'')
Slate tiled floor, radiator, solid timber stable doors to the rear elevation, staircase rises to the first floor, solid timber doors lead to:
KITCHEN/DINING ROOM 4.77m(15'8'') x 2.15m(7'1'') max
Range of fitted Shaker-style wall and base units under black granite effect roll-top worksurfaces with wood panelling splashback surround, inset Belfast sink with mixer tap, built-in dishwasher, stainless steel double oven with 4-ring hob, stainless steel splashback with glass and stainless steel extractor hood above, slate tiled floor, recessed ceiling lighting, radiator, 2 windows to the front and rear elevations, solid timber door to the side elevation, solid wood internal door leads to:
CLOAKROOM
Low level WC, wall mounted wash hand basin, extractor fan, slate tiled floor, cupboard housing the electricity consumer unit.
SITTING ROOM 4.80m(15'9'') x 4.59m(15'1'')
Inglenook-style fireplace with a slate hearth housing a multi-fuel burning stove, radiator, 2 windows to the front and rear elevations.
ON THE FIRST FLOOR

LANDING
Window to the front elevation, loft access hatch, doors lead off to:
BEDROOM 2 5.14m(16'10'') x 2.93m(9'7'')
Radiator, 2 windows to the rear elevation with views over the garden.
BATHROOM 3.43m(11'3'') x 1.70m(5'7'')
Low level WC, pedestal wash hand basin, panelled bath with mixer taps and hand-held shower attachment, tiled floor, ceiling extractor fan, ladder-style heated towel rail, obscure-glazed window to the front elevation.
BEDROOM 1 5.90m(19'4'') x 2.56m(8'5'')
Radiator, built-in storage cupboard over the stairs, 2 windows to the rear elevation with views over the garden.
BEDROOM 3 4.63m(15'2'') x 2.08m(6'10'')
Radiator, 2 windows to the front elevation.
STUDIO & GARAGE
From the paved driveway a gravelled path leads round to the side where timber framed double-glazed French doors lead into:
LIVING AREA/PLAYROOM 9.80m(32'2'') max x 6.02m(19'9'') max
This room provides a multitude of opportunities as a children's playroom, 'work from home' offices or further ancillary accommodation. Wood laminate flooring, wall mounted electric heaters, recessed ceiling spotlights, staircase rises to the first floor, adjoining door to the double garage. Door leads to:
CLOAKROOM
Low level WC, pedestal wash hand basin, wood laminate flooring, extractor fan.
ON THE FIRST FLOOR

MEZZANINE FLOOR 9.80m(32'2'') x 5.32m(17'5'')
Located above the double garage is a mezzanine floor of wood laminate flooring, galleried with balustrades and handrail overlooking the living area, wall mounted electric heaters, windows to either side elevation, 2 dormer windows to the front elevation.
DOUBLE GARAGE 9.80m(32'2'') x 5.29m(17'4'')
Two pairs of timber framed double doors to the front elevation, concrete floor with plastered walls and ceiling, electricity consumer unit, power and light connected.
OUTSIDE

GARDENS & GROUNDS
The property is situated at the end of a no through road and an unmade lane leading to the gated entrance. A long drive sweeps through the paddocks to an extensive paved courtyard to the front of the house and beyond to the garage and cottage. To the side of the house is an additional parking area with a central island with grass and established flowerbeds.
The main gardens lie to the rear of the house and cottage and can be accessed from the house by the Sun Deck 18.59m x 2.90m (61'0 x 9'6) running along the full width of the house which is accessed by French doors from the kitchen and sitting room with steps down to the main gardens. Below the deck is access to the two cellar rooms. The gardens are mainly laid to lawns and lead to the old, ruined, stone farmhouse providing great potential for creating an imaginative garden feature. The grounds are bounded by a stream lined with trees, which provides an attractive wildlife environment. The cottage has a terrace to the front and a patio to the rear.
OUTBUILDINGS
Greenhouse: 6.00m x 3.00m (19'8 x 9'10)
Of timber framed construction and a concrete floor.

THE LAND
The property extends to approximately 15 acres of pastureland, which is divided into 4 conveniently sized paddocks enclosed within post and rail fencing and traditional hedge boundaries.
MACHINERY STORE: 11.20m(36'9'') x 4.10m(13'5'')
Of timber framed construction under a pitched, box profile sheet roof.
Lean-to: 6.00m x 4.00m (19'8 x 13'1)
Of matching construction, open-fronted with a concrete floor.
GENERAL PURPOSE BUILDING: 9.30m(30'6'') x 5.20m(17'1'')
Of concrete block construction under a pitched, corrugated, galvanised sheet roof. Double vehicular doors to the front elevation and windows to the rear and side elevations.

STABLES 6.15m(20'2'') x 4.47m(14'8'')
Of concrete block construction under a pitched, box profile sheet roof and divided into 2 loose boxes.

TRADITIONAL BARN 9.50m(31'2'') x 6.50m(21'4'')
Of stone construction under a pitched, corrugated sheet roof. The barn provides great potential for conversion into further accommodation or a holiday let, subject to the relevant planning consents.
GENERAL REMARKS

TENURE
The property is offered for sale freehold.
SERVICES
Water - Mains.
Drainage - Private.
Electricity - Mains.
Heating - Oil fired central heating to the main house and cottage.
Telephone & Broadband - BT connection.

RIGHTS OF WAY, EASEMENTS AND BOUNDARIES
The property is sold subject to and with the benefit of all outgoings, rights of way, easements and wayleaves there may be whether mentioned in these general remarks and stipulations or particulars of sale or not.
PARTICULARS AND CONDITIONS OF SALE
All figures, floor plans and maps are for guidance purposes only. They are prepared and issued in good faith and are intended to give a fair description of the property but do not constitute any part of any offer or contract.
LOCAL AUTHORITIES
Caradon District Council, Luxstowe House, Liskeard, Cornwall PL14 3DZ.
Tel: 01579 341000.
Cornwall Council, County Hall, Treyew Road, Truro, Cornwall TR1 3AY.
Tel: 0300 1234 100.
South West Water, Peninsula House, Rydon Lane, Exeter, Devon EX2 7WP.
Tel: 0800 1691144.
Western Power Distribution, Avonbank, Feeder Road, Bristol BS2 0TB.
Tel: 01179 332000.
AGENT'S NOTE
None of the services or appliances, plumbing, heating, or electrical installations have been tested by the selling agent. Any maps used on the details are to assist identification of the property only and are not an indication of the actual surroundings, which may have changed since the map was printed. None of the statements contained in these particulars as to this property are to be relied on as statements or representations of fact.
VIEWING ARRANGEMENTS
Strictly by arrangement with D.R. Kivell & Partners. Tel: 01822 810810.
PROPERTY MISDESCRIPTIONS
PROPERTY MISDESCRIPTIONS ACT 1991
The agent has not tested any apparatus, equipment, fixtures and fittings, or services, so cannot verify that they are in working order or fit for the purpose. The buyer is advised to obtain verification from his or her professional buyer. References to the tenure of the property are based on information supplied by the vendor. The agents have not had sight of the title documents. The buyer is advised to obtain verification from their solicitor. You are advised to check the availability of any property before travelling any distance to view.

Floor Plan Disclaimer.
These plans are set out as a guideline only and should not be relied upon as a representation of fact. They are intended for information purposes only and are not to scale.
These particulars, whilst believed to be accurate are set out as a general outline only for guidance and do not constitute any part of an offer or contract. Intending purchasers should not rely on them as statements of representation of fact, but must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to their accuracy. No person in this firms employment has the authority to make or give any representation or warranty in respect of the property.

Property Type:

Single-Family Houses

Amenities:

Dishwasher, Fireplace, Gated, Internet Access, Parking, Patio/Deck, Pool, Refrigerator, Storage, TV

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01822 810810

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