SITUATION
The popular historic town of Launceston is centred around and below its medieval Norman castle and grounds offers a wide range of domestic, commercial and leisure facilities including 18 hole golf course. Good proximity to the main A30 dual carriageway gives ease of access to other towns, villages and places of interest including the Cathedral city of Exeter with it’s valuable motorway, airport and rail links. The North Cornish coast line is with approximately 20 miles driving distance.
DESCRIPTION
A fascinating grade II listed character stone built cottage with slate tile roof having mains gas central heating and extensive mature gardens to the rear with a southerly aspect, taking in views onto the Kensey Valley. Located in a favoured residential area of the town.
THE PARTICULARS
All measurements are approximate. There are numerous power points throughout the property although not individually listed. None of the fittings or appliances have been tested by ourselves.
ACCOMMODATION
Entrance to the property is via an imposing bespoke timber door leading to the:-
THROUGH PASSAGE HALLWAY
Exposed slate flagstone flooring and slate relief to the walls, hinting of the passageways former use as a livestock alleyway.
SITTING ROOM
Elegant front facing window, exposed slate flagstone flooring and some exposed timber beams and stonework. The focal point of the room is a stone built Inglenook fireplace with timber surround.
DINING ROOM
Feature cast iron fireplace with wooden surround, slate tiled flooring and fitted storage cupboards.
INNER HALLWAY
Stairs rising to first floor accommodation, built-in storage cupboard and door leading to the:-
GARDEN ROOM
Glazed doors opening out onto the rear garden, exposed slate flagstone flooring and slate sill.
KITCHEN
Recently refitted with a modern Shaker style suite featuring matching base units with drawers. This is complemented by rolled edge laminate working surfaces with inset single drainer stainless steel sink unit and ceramic tiled surround. Integrated appliances include stainless steel electric oven and Halogen hob. Also there is a recessed former fireplace and exposed slate flagstone flooring.
SPLIT LEVEL FIRST FLOOR LANDING
With built-in storage cupboard and rear facing window affording distant rural views.
BEDROOM ONE
Enjoying morning sun with an exposed granite feature.
BEDROOM TWO
Also enjoying morning sun with exposed timbers, loft access hatch and exposed wooden floorboards.
BEDROOM THREE
Rear facing window and built-in storage cupboard.
BATHROOM
Fully tiled with heated towel rail and a brand new white suite comprising panelled bath, pedestal wash hand basin and low level W.C.
OUTSIDE
The front garden is laid to lawn with surrounding Privet hedge, ornamental rockery and slate flagstone pathway giving access to the front entrance.
To the rear the garden features partially cobbled courtyard area attracting evening sun, with a stone and brick built STORAGE SHED / WORKSHOP. From here a pathway leads out to the extensive rear garden flanked on one side by stone wall being some 180 feet long with a range of mature trees and shrubs. This is a lovely south sloping garden with a good element of privacy and delightful far reaching views of the rural Kensey Valley, Water Meadows and Launceston Steam Railway.
SERVICES
Mains electricity, water, gas and drainage.
TENURE
Freehold.
COUNCIL TAX BAND
C.
DIRECTIONS
From Launceston Castle gates proceed down St. Thomas Road and through the traffic lights at Newport. At the traffic roundabout take the second exit onto St. Stephens Hill where the property can be found a short distance along on the left hand side prior to St. Josephs School.
VIEWINGS
Please ring 01566 777 777 to view this property and check availability before incurring travel time/costs. FULL DETAILS OF ALL OUR PROPERTIES ARE AVAILABLE ON OUR WEBSITE www.kivells.com .
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