This attractive cottage known as Hodgelands is believed to date back some 300 years and was originally the main farmhouse for the surrounding land. It has a wealth of character and charm throughout the accommodation which would benefit from a buyer putting their own stamp on to suit them. There are two/three bedrooms on the first floor and two reception rooms with a kitchen and family bathroom on the ground floor. The delightful grounds which extend to some 0.3 of an acre are a major feature of the home. Many outbuildings including an old stone piggery and an open pole barn at the foot of the garden present an ideal opportunity for development of some kind subject to attaining all of the required consents. The lifestyle attributed to living in this home is highly recommended due to its favoured location being tucked away yet not isolated and within two miles of a vibrant community.

Hodgelands has compact and character accommodation including an entrance hall with a lounge which has a feature granite fireplace with an inset wood burning stove positioned on a slated hearth. The dining room has the same feature fireplace and like the lounge is south easterly facing and washed with natural sunlight. Moving through, the kitchen has a range of units with a solid fuel Rayburn and a breakfast bar. Adjacent is the family bathroom/WC.

On the first floor are the two double bedrooms both of which are light and airy with exposed and painted floorboards, they enjoy through the multipaned windows, a view over the wonderful gardens towards the moorland. Accessed off the main bedroom is the dressing room/study which provides the opportunity for the cottage to be altered (subject to consent) to have three bedrooms and two bathrooms. A lean to at the side is used as a workshop/store but could be modernised to provide additional accommodation in the form of a study.

Externally, the property is accessed via a gravelled driveway which provides plenty of off road parking. A covered area could be modified to create additional storage of many items. The gardens span both sides of the cottage and are well maintained and a credit to the owner. On the topside, the gardens are well enclosed and accessed via wooden sleeper steps and are formal with a level lawn which is flanked by many attractive shrubs and bushes, along with colourful flowers which bloom during the season. This area is perfect for relaxing in when the weather is favourable. On the lower side, the garden is productive with a range of vegetable beds well stocked with fine produce including an outside composting toilet, again this area is well enclosed. At the foot of the garden, with road access, is the area with many outbuildings such as a stone and slated piggery and a large open agricultural pole barn. It is worth saying that these areas have great scope for potential to be converted subject to obtaining all necessary consents. There are many vantage points throughout the garden to enjoy the splendid views of Bodmin Moor.

The following is a quotation from the home owner:

“I love living here and the home I’ve made it into, but I miss living abroad.

Things I’ll miss about Hodgelands......

It’s private garden, the soil is rich and healthy, there are solid fences and high hedges to ensure the gardens’ seclusion. The butterflies, the fresh fruit and veg. The peace, the walks, the sound of the wind while inside and cosy next to an open fire. I’ll miss my vegetable patch: carrots, raspberries, potatoes, peas, broad-beans, lettuce, herbs, basil, thyme, rosemary, fennel, horseradish.

Warm cosy winter nights in front of the fire, bright sunny hot days in the garden.

Spur of the moment trips to the beach.

Loads of easy and beautiful dog walks right on my doorstep.

How much space in the gardens have.

Its convenience, close enough to A30 to make travel easy, but far enough away, to not be able to hear it.

I’ll miss the walks along the river, out on the moor and in the woods.

Swimming with my dog, in ponds in the summer.

It’s solid stone walls that keep it warm in the depths of winter and cool in the heat of summer.”

The property is in the Parish and within a couple of miles from Altarnun which is arguably one of the most attractive villages in north Cornwall. The village has the church of St. Nonna at the centre, which is known as the "Cathedral on the Moors". The church tower is one of the tallest in the county and has the attractive watercourse of Penpont Water at its foot trickling by. Village facilities in Altarnun include a Post Office and general store, county primary school, Parish Church and at five lanes the King's Head public house has an excellent local reputation for bar food. The village hall has plenty of clubs and associations including an active indoor bowls club, local amateur dramatics, local history group as well as for the younger generation the village has a youth group and brownies. For those with outdoor interests, the rugged terrain of Bodmin Moor can be reached easily, offering miles and miles of open terrain, a real haven for dog walkers, climbers, hikers and indeed horse riders.

The A30 dual carriageway which is positioned within two miles from the property runs to Truro and West Cornwall in one direction and Exeter and beyond in the opposite direction. Regarded as the 'Gateway to Cornwall' the market town of Launceston has a range of educational, recreational, commercial and leisure facilities, as well as a Norman castle and attractive town centre.

For further communications the Cathedral City of Exeter is approximately 50 miles distance, or about an hour's drive and has a more extensive range of shopping and leisure facilities, as well as access to the M5 motorway, mainland rail network to London (Paddington) and further north. Exeter is served by an excellent regional international airport. The continental ferry port and city of Plymouth is approximately 28 miles from the property and again offers extensive facilities as well as regular cross channel ferry services to France and Spain.
From Launceston Town Centre proceed along the A388 (Western Road). Upon reaching Pennygillam roundabout take the first left hand exit, signposted towards Bodmin. Continue heading towards the A30 for approximately 8 miles (passing the Esso Garage on the left hand side) and take the left hand exit signposted Altarnun/Five Lanes and Trewint. Follow the signs into the village of Altarnun and continue through the centre of the village and over the bridge heading up towards Treween. Take the first left hand turning signposted towards Trekennick and South Carne. Continue up the lane for approximately 0.75 miles and then take the left hand turning and head down the hill towards the ford. Continue over the bridge and up the hill where the sign for Hodgelands will be found on the left hand side.