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4 bedroom detached house
Key information
Property description & features
- Tenure: Freehold
- Substantial four bedroom detached country residence.
- Located in a semi-rural location.
- Plenty of living space including a conservatory.
- UPVC double glazing and modern kitchen/dining room.
- Self-contained two bedroom single storey annexe.
- All with south facing level gardens.
- Total plot in all some 0.75 of an acre.
- Outstanding far reaching views.
The main house has highly flexible accommodation that comprises of a large welcoming reception hall with very useful built in cupboards. The hall leads through to the sociable light and airy kitchen/dining room with each area divided by the staircase. The modern fitted kitchen is well equipped with a wide range of matching units and incorporates some solid granite worksurfaces. Included in the sale is a double electric oven with a gas hob. The oil fired Rayburn is in place within an attractive recess with granite lintel above and is not only a cooking appliance but is also able to fire the radiators throughout the home. The kitchen has a ceramic floor and modern downlighters. The dining area has a wooden floor and room for a good sized table. Additional reception space comes from the delightful UPVC conservatory with its glazed roof and access to the garden. The centerpiece of the ground floor is the large rectangular dual aspect lounge with parquet floor. This superior space has doors to the garden and a fireplace which has a multi fuel stove providing a warm atmosphere. Concluding the ground floor is the utility room/WC.
The first floor has access to all four bedrooms, two of which are large enough to accommodate a double bed. The master bedroom is dual aspect with a large built in range of cupboards and fitted wardrobes. It enjoys the best of the outstanding views in the house looking straight ahead towards Bodmin Moor and at the side, a view of Dartmoor in the far distance. The spacious family bathroom presents an ideal opportunity to be modernised.
Attached to the property but entirely self-contained is the two bedroom single storey annexe. This is purpose built and has well-proportioned accommodation comprising of an entrance hall, lounge/dining room with fireplace and wood burner, south facing UPVC conservatory, modern kitchen with integrated appliances and a premium shower room/WC which has a large shower cubicle with soaker shower, heated towel rail and high quality vinyl flooring. The main bedroom has a range of built in wardrobes. The annexe would be perfectly suited for multi-generational families or deriving income.
Externally, Salt Whistle is approached from the road via an entrance and five bar gate. The annexe has its own parking area and its own level lawned garden at the rear and side completely dividing it from the main residence. There is a large chicken run. At the front of the main house is the detached double garage which has power and light and a roller door. Adjacent to this is a useful workshop and a log store. The front is attractive with a lawned garden with a range of shrubs, bushes and perennials with some fruit trees and a paved courtyard. At the side is a wider area with greenhouse and poly tunnel frame suitable for growing produce. The rear garden consists of an enclosed well-manicured lawn with patio, perfect for outside dining and a further plot with a useful shed. The property has an outside tap and lighting with much of the gardens a blank canvas and ready for the new occupants to landscape as they wish.
The property is situated 1.5 miles north of the village of Boyton which is just 6 miles from Launceston. Boyton itself has a range of amenities including a County Primary School, Chapel and Parish Church.
Towns within reach include the market town of Holsworthy, which is approximately 7.5 miles away, and the Cornish towns of Launceston (approximately 9.2 miles) and the coastal resort of Bude which is approximately 12 miles distant. The extensive beach at Widemouth Bay is the nearest, at approximately 10 miles. All towns have excellent shopping, schooling recreational and commercial facilities. Bude is a well-known surfing destination and has lovely cliff top walks and sandy beaches. Launceston lies alongside the A30 dual carriageway and therefore has easy links to Truro and west Cornwall in one direction and Exeter and beyond in the opposite direction.
The continental ferry port and city of Plymouth is 34.5 miles distant and has more extensive facilities and cross channel ferry services to both France and Spain. The cathedral city of Exeter is approximately 51 miles away and has further facilities and excellent transport links via the M5 motorway, main line rail services to London (Paddington) where fast journeys take on average 2.5 hours. The city also hosts an international airport with regular charter flights within Europe.
From Launceston Town Centre proceed down the A388 (St Thomas Road). Upon reaching the roundabout at Newport continue straight ahead up St Stephens Hill continuing through St Stephens along the B3254 towards Bude. Continue through Yeolmbridge and a further half mile until reaching Ladycross. Take the second right hand turning at Ladycross signposted towards Boyton. Upon entering Boyton village continue passing the School on the left hand side. As you head north out of the village towards North Tamerton, proceed for approximately 1.5 miles taking the next left hand turning signposted towards Week St. Mary. Salt Whistle is the first property located on the left hand side marked with a Fine and Country For Sale Board.
Rooms
Entrance Hall 2.3m x 2.34m
Utility Room 1.5m x 1.55m
WC 1.14m x 1.55m
Dining Area 3.35m x 3.5m
Kitchen Area 4.22m x 3.53m
Lounge
4.55m max x 6.05m max
Conservatory
3.96m max x 3.02m max
Bedroom 1
4.57m max x 3.73m max
Bedroom 2 3.63m x 3.02m
Bedroom 3
4.22m max x 2.16m max
Bedroom 4
3.58m max x 2.16m max
Bathroom/WC
3.18m max x 2.4m max
Store Room 2.4m x 1.37m
ANNEXE
Kitchen 2.97m x 1.78m
Lounge/Dining Room
3.94m max x 4.95m max
Conservatory 3.66m x 3.6m
Bedroom 1
3.96m max x 3.25m max
Bedroom 2
2.95m max x 1.75m max
Shower Room/WC
2.54m max x 2.03m max
OUTBUILDINGS
Double Garage 5.64m x 5.9m
Workshop 2.62m x 6m
Log Store 1.6m x 4.72m
COUNCIL TAX BAND
House: E: Cornwall Council.
Annexe: A: Cornwall Council.
SERVICES
Mains water and electricity. Private drainage.
TENURE
Freehold.
VIEWING ARRANGEMENTS
Strictly by appointment with the selling agent.
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