The Old Mill The Old Mill Forder, , PL12 4QR Saltash 1 mile, 7 miles, Whitsand Bay 13 miles

• 2300 sq ft • 23' Sitting Room • 15' Dining Room • 2 Studies • Kitchen/Breakfast Room • 4 Bedrooms (one en suite) • Level Parking • Double Garage

Guide price £445,000

LOCATION The property lies within the sought after hamlet of Forder, in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and a Conservation Area, at the head of a tidal inlet of the Lynher River which in turn is a tributary of the ( 6 miles by boat). Set within a sheltered wooded valley, the unspoilt hamlet of Forder enjoys immediate access to open countryside, including the Churchtown Nature Reserve with a wide network of footpaths in the vicinity, including one which leads to Castle. A detached Grade II Listed former mill with views over, and

Easy access is gained to Saltash's bustling town centre, a mainline adjacent to, the beautiful Forder Creek. railway station and the Waitrose store on its northern outskirts. The A38 provides quick access to Plymouth and beyond. The tidal waters of Forder Creek and the natural flora and fauna combine to create an area extremely popular with yachting and outdoor enthusists. DESCRIPTION The detached former mill is believed to have been the original mill serving Trematon Castle since at least the 13th century. Its restoration in recent years has retained the inherent character of this most appealing stone building. From the roadside it is deceptive, the accommodation extends to approximately 2300 sq ft over three levels, and to the rear is a walled garden, large garage/workshop and ample level parking. Character features include beamed ceilings and latch doors.

The reception hall opens into a farmhouse style kitchen/breakfast room with Heritage oil fired range which also serves the hot water and central heating systems. The kitchen has a range of tiled work surfaces with oak fronted drawers and cupboards under and matching eye level cupboards. In addition to the range there is a gas hob and oven. The 15' dining room has an open fireplace with raised hearth and millstone feature. A study off provides the perfect work from home environment with fitted book-shelving. The stunning 23' galleried sitting room has a dual aspect and fireplace with wood burner and a raised hearth. Further features include pine plank flooring, wall niches and a ceiling which rises to 13'9".

At first floor level, there are three bedrooms, each enjoying creek views and one with an en suite shower room/WC, plus a family bathroom. There is also a second study with staircase rising to a mezzanine level with fitted book-shelving.

On the second floor, there is a 23' fourth bedroom, again with creek views, and a doorway leads into a walk-in loft which is 28' long with skylights and, subject to the usual consents, may be suitable for conversion to provide further accommodation. OUTSIDE Walled front garden with shrub and flowerbeds. A stoned paved drive provides level parking for three vehicles and leads to the rear courtyard with log store and two store cupboards. Steps from here lead up to a secluded walled garden, currently laid to lawn with established tree, shrub and flowerbed borders.

Within the garden there is a summerhouse. The second driveway leads to a hard-standing providing parking for a further vehicle and in turn leads to a garage/workshop (21' x 16'3") with folding timber doors. MOORING We understand that a mooring is available to residents of Forder by applying to the Forder Community and Conservation Association. SERVICES Mains water, electricity and drainage. Oil fired central heating. Broadband (www.superfast.org.uk). TENURE Freehold. COUNCIL TAX BAND Band F. VIEWING/NEGOTIATIONS Strictly by appointment through Stags Plymouth office: 01752 223933. DIRECTIONS From Plymouth proceed along the A38 westwards crossing the Tamar Bridge and continuing to Carkeel roundabout. Here turn left towards Saltash. Pass through the next roundabout and at the traffic lights, turn right onto Road. At the next roundabout turn left onto Fairmead Road and continue to the bottom of the hill. At Burraton turn left and then take the next turning right. Upon reaching the village of Forder the property will be found on the right hand side at the head of the creek. The Old Mill, Forder, Saltash, PL12 4QR

These particulars are a guide only and should not be relied upon for any purpose.

Stags 34-36 North Hill, Plymouth, Devon, PL4 8ET Tel: 01752 223933 [email protected]

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