Ref: LCAA6742 Offers around £475,000 Priddacombe Farm, Bolventor, Launceston, Cornwall FREEHOLD At the end of a very, very long beaten track, a quintessential south facing detached granite moorland cottage, commanding stunning panoramic views across miles of totally unspoilt countryside from its tranquil setting in the heart of Bodmin Moor. Situated more than a mile off the A30 in grounds of 1⅓ acres including a paddock, stables, garaging and a large log cabin. The epitome of the ‘dream Cornish escape’ – far from the madding crowd, whilst at the same time being very accessible to the coast and main routes east and west. 2 Ref: LCAA6742 SUMMARY OF ACCOMMODATION Ground Floor: superb open-plan living and dining room, excellent cook’s kitchen, utility room, wc, study/4th bedroom. First Floor: 2 double bedrooms, 1 single bedroom, large bathroom and airing cupboard. Outside: gated driveway, lovely gardens, 0.87 acre paddock, stables and tack room, double garage, author’s large log cabin. In all, about 1.3 acres. DESCRIPTION Priddacombe Farm is the archetypal classic Cornish moorland cottage and is believed to date from the early 19th Century. Occupying an idyllic positon at the end of a long, yet well metalled track, it is perfect for those wanting solitude amidst a rugged moorland location. The property, which is not Listed, has undergone a number of improvements over the past few years, including the addition of an oil fired central heating system, new roof, double glazing throughout and an updated interior whilst retaining a huge amount of character with its granite exterior and beamed ceilings throughout the downstairs living and dining room, yet there is still plenty one could do to put their own mark on the property. Priddacombe Farm benefits from a paddock which is just under an acre with stables, tack room and garaging. 3 Ref: LCAA6742 We cannot overstate the scarcity of opportunities to buy such cottages, off the beaten track, yet with such easy access to the A30 and wholeheartedly recommend an immediate viewing. LOCATION Priddacombe Farm sits in the heart of Bodmin Moor, being almost equidistant between Truro and Exeter, with the latter providing easy access to the M5 motorway and its international airport. It is accessed via the long track which serves two other properties, one of which, screened by trees, sits behind Priddacombe Farm. Bodmin Moor itself is wonderful for walking and hiking, while many opt to explore the moorland on horseback. Priddacombe Farm lies just a couple of miles away from Cornwall’s most well known pub, The Jamaica Inn which was made famous by Daphne du Maurier’s tales of smugglers. The Jamaica Inn has welcomed guests for nearly 300 years and now, in addition to its award winning restaurant, has a farm shop where all of the necessities and newspapers can be purchased. THE ACCOMMODATION COMPRISES (all floor plans and dimensions are approximate) Approached through two five bar wooden gates and along a beautiful tree lined driveway which leads around the rear of the property and culminates in a gravelled parking area from which a rear wooden stable door leads to:- OPEN PLAN DINING / LIVING ROOM – 24’10” x 20’11”. Very large open-plan room with beamed ceiling, two 4 Ref: LCAA6742 windows overlooking the moor. Two large designer radiators, a wall mounted Danish Scan log burner with a large slate hearth below. Built-in wooden bench with storage underneath which wraps around the dining area. Small window to the rear, Canadian maple wood flooring, half glass pane wooden door leading to an enclosed granite porch. Multi pane door leads to the kitchen. STUDY / BEDROOM 4 – 8’6” x 8’. Beamed ceiling, dual aspect room with window to the rear and to the side. Radiator. Entire wall of freestanding bookshelves, carpeted. KITCHEN – 15’9” x 11’6”. Large dual aspect kitchen with oval shaped wooden central island and polished granite worktop. Lacanche range cooker with one gas and one electric oven and gas hob and extractor fan above which sits in between two wooden units with polished granite worktops. Integral Baumatic electric oven and Neff microwave, a 1½ bowl stainless steel sink. The remainder of the wooden units sit under a wooden worktop, large picture window overlooking the rear of the property. Double doors open onto patio and give views out over the countryside and out to Bodmin Moor. Large vertical radiator. Wooden door leads to:- UTILITY AREA – 12’11” x 4’11”. Belfast sink, worktop space and wall mounted cupboards. Wooden worktop with space underneath for washing machine and tumble dryer. Space for a large American style fridge/freezer, tiled floor and uPVC door leading to the gravelled parking area. Further door leads to a wc. Stairs from the living area ascend to:- 5 Ref: LCAA6742 FIRST FLOOR MASTER BEDROOM – 12’ x 10’11”. Large light double room with window overlooking the countryside and out to Bodmin Moor. Deep sill and wooden shutters, radiator, carpeted. BEDROOM 2 – 12’ x 10’. Another large light double room with window overlooking the countryside and out to Bodmin Moor. Deep sill and wooden shutters, deep built-in storage with hanging rail and shelving, radiator, carpeted. BEDROOM 3 – 11’5” x 5’7”. Small single room with window overlooking the rear of the property. Deep sill and wooden shutters, large built-in cupboard with hanging rail and shelving above, built-in wall mounted cupboards sit above the headboard. Radiator, carpeted. AIRING CUPBOARD. Containing a new, pressurised hot water tank and additional immersion heater. BATH / SHOWER ROOM – 10’11” x 8’6”. Bath with wood panelling, walk-in shower unit, wc, basin and pedestal, towel rail and wall mounted cupboards with shelving under. Radiator. Window overlooking the rear of the property with deep sill and wooden shutters. OUTSIDE LOG CABIN – 17’1” x 12’7”. Large log cabin with high pitched ceiling, windows overlooking the surrounding countryside and Bodmin Moor. Electric radiator, telephone point and Wi-Fi access. Large multi paned double doors out onto a wooden veranda. 6 Ref: LCAA6742 WOODEN DOUBLE GARAGE – 17’4” x 17’4”. Two sets of double wooden doors open into a large space which is currently used as a workshop/utility area. Window overlooking paddock. Additional side door. STABLES / TACK ROOM. Large wooden unit with two stables and adjoining tack room, equipped with electricity and outside tap and water trough. GENERAL INFORMATION VIEWING – Strictly by prior appointment through: Lillicrap Chilcott, Landrian House, 59-60 Lemon Street, Truro, Cornwall, TR1 2PE. Telephone: (01872) 273473. E-mail: [email protected]. 7 Ref: LCAA6742 POST CODE – PL15 7TY. SERVICES – Mains electricity. Private borehole, private drainage. Oil central heating. Bottled gas for cooking. The property benefits from very good Broadband speeds. For Council Tax see www.mycounciltax.org.uk. Band D - £1596.43 for 17/18. DIRECTIONS – Heading to Launceston from Bodmin along the A30 and before reaching the Jamaica Inn but after the layby, take the discreet left hand turn and pass over 2 cattle grids. The track then splits into three directions. Take the right hand fork signed to Priddacombe Farm. Follow this track passing 2 metal gates and passing Higher Tober Farm on your right and Priddacombe Farm is at the end of the lane. Please note: The track from the A30 is approximately 1.1 miles long and is well metalled but should be approached carefully. AGENT’S NOTE – The above particulars have been prepared as a general guide only for prospective buyers. Whilst we have endeavoured to provide a fair and reasonable description of the property, no specific survey or detailed inspection has been carried out in relation to the property, the services, the appliances and any fixtures and fittings or equipment. All buyers should rely on their own surveys and investigations in connection with any purchase of the property. All measurements, floor plans, dimensions, acreages and distances are approximate only and should not be relied upon for accuracy. OFFICE OPENING HOURS – Monday to Friday 9.00am to 5.30pm. Saturday - 9.00am to 1.00pm. NB: A number of staff are available for viewing appointments all day Saturday and all day Sunday. 8 Ref: LCAA6742 Not to scale – for identification purposes only. 9 Ref: LCAA6742 For reference only, not to form any part of a sales contract. 10 Ref: LCAA6742 .