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3 bedroom bungalow

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Bungalow
3 bed
2 bath
EPC rating: E*
1.95 acre(s)

Key information

Tenure: Freehold
Service charge: £0 per annum
Council tax: Band D
Broadband: Basic 22Mbps *
Mobile signal: 
EE O2 Three Vodafone
Water: Ask agent
Heating: Ask agent
Electricity: Ask agent
Sewerage: Ask agent
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Property description & features

  • Tenure: Freehold
  • Modern detached bungalow residence.
  • Having been modified by the current owners in recent years.
  • Stunning UPVC double glazed conservatory.
  • Light and airy kitchen/dining room.
  • LPG fired central heating.
  • Large tandem double garage with workshop beneath.
  • Enclosed driveway and plenty of off road parking.
  • Stunning views across the river Inny Valley.
  • Large gardens and paddock with in whole some 1.95 acres.
  • Offered for sale with no forward chain.
This detached bungalow was constructed back in 1971 and has been in the ownership of our vendors for 23 years. During that time many improvements, extensions and modifications have been made to create what is today a highly flexible and spacious home which would suit a wide range of buyers. There is much versatility with space for those who work from home and presents an ideal opportunity for a buyer to personalise the property to their own taste. There are many features of Finches from the large split level gardens to the two acres or so of grounds, all of which enjoy the spectacular views across the attractive wooded Inny Valley with its natural beauty overshadowed by the rugged landscape of Bodmin Moor. We have no hesitation in recommending an early internal inspection to appreciate the qualities of this property.

Finches has undergone many alterations with two accesses at the front and side. At present, the vendor uses the side access which is adjacent to the driveway and opens into the entrance hall which has been kitted out as a home office having plenty of natural light. The entrance hall has storage cupboards including a utility cupboard with plumbing for a washing machine. The light and airy kitchen/dining room is a sociable space and comprises of a kitchen area with many matching light fronted units and wooden effect roll top worksurfaces. Included in the sale is a dual fuel Range style oven and there are spaces for many other free-standing appliances and a laminated floor. The dining area has room for a good sized table and enjoys a far reaching view over the rear surrounding countryside. Moving through, the main lounge is a good size and one of the features is the attractive granite fire surround which has a multi-fuel burning stove in situ. A large window again frames the wonderful view across to the rear. The stunning UPVC double glazed conservatory was added several years ago and is a major part of the reception space. It has a glass roof and is used all year round. The view and access to the garden enhances the social feel which really comes alive when entertaining. Completing the reception space is the dining room which is a flexible space and could be adopted to incorporate a number of other purposes.

The property has three bedrooms, all of which are large enough to accommodate a double bed. The main bedroom has a recess suitable for a dressing table and could lend itself to have an en-suite shower room fitted within the space if required. Bedroom three is dual aspect and like the adjacent wet shower room and rear entrance porch forms part of an extension which was added many years ago. The main family bathroom/WC is modern and fitted with a white suite.

The bungalow is warmed through LPG fired central heating and external windows and doors are UPVC double glazed. There are PV solar panels with the feed in tariff sold off on a lease agreement which has approximately thirteen years to go. Electricity that is generated can be used there and then by the home owner with no charge which increases the efficiency of the home.

Externally, the property is accessed via double wooden gates which enclose the whole of the plot. The large block paved driveway has space for plenty of off road parking for a number of cars and small stores for recycling and bins. The large detached double garage/workshop has parking in tandem for two cars with beneath and extending to underground and accessed separately a large store which has double doors. At the rear of the bungalow is a large paved terrace which is ideal for outside dining during the warmer months, adjacent is a number of borders well stocked with shrubs and bushes. The level area below is made up of further beds with a sunken hot tub. There are terraced lawns and leading down, the entrance to the field which is laid to one enclosed paddock naturally bordered by hedging. The best of the views can be enjoyed from the whole rear elevation over the Inny Valley with Bodmin Moor behind.

Finches is found close to the heart of the hamlet of Trewen. The hamlet is served by the Parish church of St. Michael which is a lovely church with a Bellcote rather than a traditional tower. The church is an ancient granite building in the early perpendicular style and it was restored in 1863/1864. A few miles and a short drive away is the 18 hole golf course at Trethorne. Adjacent to the golf course is the leisure Farm which has many extensive facilities. For those wanting village life and an active community Altarnun can be found just over 3 miles away and 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 a few miles from the property runs to Truro and West Cornwall in one direction and Exeter and beyond in the opposite direction. The A395 is within one mile from the property and is an important road connecting inland areas to the rugged north Cornish coast, which offers miles of cliff top walks and sandy beaches. 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 47 miles distance, or about an hour 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 32 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 the roundabout at Pennygillam take the first exit heading Westbound along the A30 dual carriageway towards Bodmin. Exit after the second junction following the signs for Camelford and North Cornwall. Proceed along the A395 for a few miles passing through the village of Pipers Pool. Just after Pipers Pool take the next left hand turning signposted towards Trewen Church. Continue along this unclassified road until entering Trewen where Finches is the first bungalow on the left hand side.

Rooms

Entrance Hall/Study 1.37m x 5.7m

Utility Cupboard 1.22m x 0.9m

Kitchen/Dining Room
6.12m max x 3.94m max

Lounge
5.97m max x 4.27m max

Conservatory
4.83m max x 4.78m max

Dining Room
4.78m max x 3.63m max

Bedroom 1
4.83m max x 4.55m max

Bedroom 2 4.5m x 2.95m

Bedroom 3 3.48m x 2.72m

Bathroom/WC 2.67m x 1.78m

Wet Shower Room
1.17m max x 3.05m max

Porch 1.88m x 1.27m

Double Garage 3.35m x 8.53m

Workshop 3.12m x 8.08m

Storage
3.58m x 24;0.15m

Wood Store 1.35m x 5.16m

AGENTS NOTE
The freehold acquisition of the property is subject to the purchaser being under legal obligation to adhere to the terms of a leasehold document relating to the PV solar panels.

SERVICES
Mains water and electricity. Private drainage,

TENURE
Freehold.

COUNCIL TAX BAND
D: Cornwall Council.

VIEWING ARRANGEMENTS
Strictly by appointment with the selling agent.

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