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Guide price£795,000
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4 bedroom detached house for sale

Davidstow, Cornwall PL32
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Detached house
4 bed
3 bath
EPC rating: C*
1,593 sq ft / 148 sq m

Key information

Tenure: Freehold
Council tax: Band E
Mobile signal: 
EE O2 Three Vodafone
Water: Private supply
Heating: Ask agent
Electricity: Mains supply
Sewerage: Private supply
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Property description & features

  • Tenure: Freehold
  • “A one of a kind moorland retreat with annexe and no near neighbours”
  • Immaculately presented detached, 2 reception room/3 bedroom house
  • Fully renovated one bedroom annexe offering great income potential or additional accommodation
  • Period features including exposed wooden beams and stonework throughout
  • Set on a substantial plot approaching an acre
  • Extensive range of outbuildings including garage, workshop, stable and piggery
  • Animal paddocks and feedstore offering a superb lifestyle opportunity
  • EPC Rating C
Butterwell is a unique, well-presented property with no near neighbours, featuring a detached annexe and outbuildings with conversion potential (subject to planning consents). Set on nearly an acre of land on the moor’s fringe, it offers seclusion in an area of outstanding natural beauty.

LOCATION
Situated on the northern fringe of Bodmin Moor, Butterwell is set in a truly unique, one of a kind position. The A395 being within approximately 1.5 miles provides good links to the A39 (Atlantic Highway) at Davidstow and the A30 dual carriageway spine road for Cornwall and Devon at Kennards House.

The nearby towns of Camelford (4 miles), Bude (14 miles) and Launceston (13 miles) offer a full range of social, commercial and shopping facilities. Beyond, the city of Exeter (a further 41 miles) provides intercity rail link, M5 motorway link and international airport. In all directions from Davidstow there is scenery of outstanding natural beauty.

To the north is the stunning North Cornish and North Devon coastline. To the west are the wild open spaces of Bodmin Moor ideal for walking and riding. To the east is Dartmoor National Park and running southwards to Plymouth Sound is the hidden Tamar Valley steeped in mining history and renowned for salmon fishing.

DESCRIPTION
Butterwell offers a truly unique opportunity to acquire a well-presented property with no near neighbours, featuring a detached annexe and an array of outbuildings which hold significant potential for conversion, subject to obtaining any necessary planning consents. Nestled within a secluded setting on the fringe of the moor, the property spans nearly an acre of land, in an area of outstanding natural beauty.

The primary residence is thoughtfully designed and comprises; porch, a spacious dual aspect living and dining room, well-appointed kitchen, utility room, study, large conservatory, three generously sized bedrooms, and two bathrooms.

Externally, the property features a range of outbuildings suitable for a variety of purposes dependant on the successful purchasers. An opportunity to create additional living space subject to obtaining the necessary planning consents or continue is use as garage, workshop and stables offering practical storge space.

The fully renovated detached annexe provides additional accommodation and income potential comprising; porch, bedroom, bathroom and an open-plan kitchen / living area.

Given its extraordinary position and well presented, spacious living accommodation, an internal inspection is highly recommended to fully appreciate the beauty and tranquillity of this property.

ACCOMMODATION

PRINCIPAL DWELLING
Entrance via solid timber door into: -

PORCH
uPVC double glazed window to front elevation. Exposed wooden beams and vaulted ceiling. Electric radiator and fitted carpet.

Access to: -

LIVING ROOM / DINING ROOM
A wonderful dual aspect room with uPVC double glazed windows to front and rear elevations. Inglenook fireplace housing oil fired Aga with exposed granite surrounds. Additional fireplace with inset log burner and slate hearth. Space for range of living room and dining room furniture. Storage cupboard, electric radiator and fitted carpet.

CONSERVATORY
Very large reception room with uPVC double glazed windows to three sides and double doors to front elevation giving access to patio and front garden. Tiled flooring with underfloor heating.

KITCHEN
Dual aspect with uPVC double glazed windows to front and side elevations. Modern range of wall and base units with solid oak worksurface, porcelain one and a half bowl sinks with mixer tap over, electric range cooker with induction hob, integrated dishwasher and centre island. Space for freestanding fridge / freezer, exposed wooden beams, vinyl flooring and electric radiator.

UTILITY ROOM
Access via solid timber door to front garden. Dual aspect windows to side and rear elevation. Worksurface with inset stainless steel sink and drainer unit with hot and cold taps. Space and plumbing for washing machine and tumble dryer.

STUDY
Dual aspect uPVC double glazed windows to front and side elevation. Exposed wooden beams, fitted carpet and electric radiator.

BATHROOM
Dual aspect obscure uPVC double glazed windows to rear and side elevation. Suite of panel enclosed double bath, walk-in shower with fixed and detachable showerhead and glass shower screen, low level flush WC and vanity unit with inset hand wash basin with storage below. Further built-in storage cupboards, extractor fan, electric heated towel rail and ceramic tiled floor with underfloor heating.

Stairs rise from living room to: -

FIRST FLOOR LANDING
Skylight to rear elevation and carpeted throughout. Doors from the landing lead to all bedrooms on the first floor.

MASTER BEDROOM AND ENTRANCE HALLWAY
Large master suite with dual aspect uPVC double glazed windows to front and side elevations and glass door previously leading out to a balcony on top of the utility roof. Built-in wardrobes, space for king size bed and bedroom furniture. Loft hatch, electric radiator and wooden flooring.

Accessed via a walkway with uPVC double glazed window to rear elevation looking out to moorland. Built-in wardrobes and window seat. Carpeted.

EN-SUITE BATHROOM
Obscure uPVC double glazed window to side elevation. Suite of bath with mixer tap over, fixed and detachable shower head, low level flush WC and hand wash basin with hot and cold taps. Heated towel rail (via AGA) and solid timber flooring.

BEDROOM TWO
Large double bedroom with dual aspect uPVC double glazed windows to rear and side elevation. Space for a suite of bedroom furniture, fitted carpet and electric radiator.

BEDROOM THREE
uPVC double glazed window to front elevation with window seats. Space for a double bed, exposed stonework, fitted carpet and electric radiator.

THE ANNEXE

Entry via uPVC double glazed door into: -

PORCH
uPVC double glazed window to side elevation. Slate flagstone flooring, electric radiator and exposed granite doorway.

BEDROOM
Triple aspect uPVC double glazed windows to front, side and rear elevations. Space for a king size bed and suite of living room furniture. Exposed beamed ceiling and stonework, electric radiators and slate effect luxury vinyl tiled flooring.

BATHROOM
uPVC double glazed window to side elevation with obscured glass. Suite of shower with glass shower screen, low level flush WC and hand wash basin with storage below. Electric heated towel rail and slate effect luxury vinyl tiled flooring.

Stairs rise from bedroom to the first floor comprising: -

OPEN PLAN KITCHEN / LIVING AREA
Triple aspect uPVC double glazed windows to front and side elevations with high vaulted ceiling. Kitchen area with range of base units with solid oak worksurface. Inset stainless steel sink with mixer tap and drainer, electric hob and built-in fridge. Space for dining table and suite of living room furniture. Exposed stone feature wall, solid timber flooring and electric radiators.

OUTSIDE
The property is accessed from the moor via a private unmade lane that leads to a gated sweeping gravel driveway where the property begins after a further short distance. At the top of the drive is ample parking for several vehicles beside the garage. On the right side of the drive, you'll find a patio adjoining the property and a low-maintenance garden laid to lawn, bordered by mature trees and shrubs, creating a peaceful and private outdoor space. Additionally, there is an area of concrete hardstanding that is currently used for a chicken coop but could easily be repurposed as a base for a summer house or toolshed.

Beside the annexe is a flagstone slate paved patio area for alfresco dining and entertaining. There is an additional lawned area, currently sectioned into two paddocks, one with zipline and tree swing and another with two galvanised insulated animal arks, all with recently installed fencing and floodlights. This area provides a versatile space that could be adapted according to preference.

Also adjoining the annex is a large outbuilding that has been divided into the following:

GARAGE
Electric roller door to front elevation. Shelving and power connected.

WORKSHOP
Door and window to rear elevation. Range of work benches, shelving and power connected.

FEED STORE
Electric, water and drainage connected with sink and WC. Potential to become an additional bedroom to the annexe if required, subject to obtaining the necessary planning consents.

STABLE
With stable door to rear.

TIMBER STORE
Further covered storage area. With customer storage shelving

PIGGERY
Window and door to front elevation. Great potential for conversion to home office / study, subject to obtaining the necessary planning consents. With LOG STORE beside.

SERVICES
Mains electricity. Private drainage and shared private water supply. Oil fired aga.

TENURE
Freehold.

LOCAL AUTHORITY
Cornwall Council.

COUNCIL TAX BAND
E.

EE RATING
C.

DIRECTIONS
From Launceston proceed on A395 towards Davidstow and just before joining the A39 turn left signposted Davidstow Creamery. Proceed down this road over a cattle grid and take the next left on to the airfield runway. After a short drive on the left had side, several boulders market the lane entrance to the property. Turn here and proceed done this unmade lane to the bottom where the driveway will be found on the right-hand side.

From the A39 take the sign for Davidstow / Hallworthy and after a short distance turn right and follow the instructions detailed above.

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Any purchaser shall be deemed to have full knowledge of all boundaries and neither vendor nor the vendor’s agents will be responsible for defining the boundaries or the ownership thereof. Should any dispute arise as to the boundaries or any points on the particulars or plans or the interpretation of them, the question shall be referred to the vendor’s agent whose decision acting as experts shall be final.

EASEMENTS, WAYLEAVES & RIGHTS OF WAY
The property is offered for sale, subject to and with the benefit of all matters contained in or referred to in the Property and Charges Register of the registered title together with all public or private rights of way, wayleaves, easements and other rights of way, which cross the property.

AGENTS NOTE
Planning permission to replace the utility room with balcony above was granted on the 17th February 2023 under application number PA22/11417 by Cornwall council. Full details are available on the Cornwall Council website.

AGENTS NOTE 2
There is a right of way up the driveway for access to the property. The property also benefits a right of way across the airfield and down the track to the property.

IMPORTANT NOTICE
Kivells, their clients and any joint agents give notice that:

1. They are not authorised to make or give any representations or warranties in relation to the property either here or elsewhere, either on their own behalf or on behalf of their client or otherwise. They assume no responsibility for any statement that may be made in these particulars. These particulars do not form part of any offer or contract and must not be relied upon as statements or representations of fact.

2. Any areas, measurements or distances are approximate. The text, photographs and plans are for guidance only and are not necessarily comprehensive. It should not be assumed that the property has all necessary planning, building regulation or other consents and Kivells have not tested any services, equipment or facilities. Purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise.

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