Property description
A superbly presented period property standing on the very edge of Boscastle with accommodation of entrance porch * entrance hall * two reception rooms * fitted kitchen * two double bedrooms * bathroom * parking * courtyard garden. Ideal family home or holiday property, being within walking distance of the historic harbour. EPC-C
THE PROPERTY
THE PROPERTYOf stone and slate construction under a slate roof, the external elevations are part rendered and colour washed with. Stripped wood doors, stripped floor and some original sash windows. Part UPVC double glazing and oil central heating. Accommodation in brief: Ground floor:-SITTING ROOM, DINING ROOM, KITCHEN AND CLOAK ROOM. First floor :-2 DOUBLE BEDROOMS AND BATHROOM.SITUATIONThe property occupies a prime position in the sought after coastal village of Boscastle. This is a typical old Cornish fishing village with quaint old cottages and a picturesque Elizabethan harbour which lies within a National Trust conservation area. The village nestles at the confluence of two wooded river valleys on one of the most magnificent and dramatic parts of this rugged shoreline with beautiful walks. It is a good centre from which to explore this famous coastline with its spectacular cliff scenery, wide sandy beaches and pretty fishing villages, whilst the wild and romantic Bodmin Moor is only minutes away by car. Boscastle has a good range of facilities including post office, primary school, doctor's surgery, shops, garage, public houses and hotels. Approximately six miles distant is the small moorside town of Camelford, which lies along the wooded banks of the River Camel and offers a comprehensive range of professional, educational, recreational and shopping facilities. These include post office, garages, County Library, County primary and secondary schools, medical centre, leisure centre (with heated indoor swimming pool), the North Cornwall Museum and Bowood Park 18 hole (championship length) golf course. The towns of Bodmin, Wadebridge and Launceston are within easy driving distance and the cities of Truro, Plymouth and Exeter area approximately one hour away by car.DIRECTIONSFrom the Camelford office, proceed along the A39 in the direction of Wadebridge. At the Co-operative store in Camelford, turn right and continue until you reach the T-junction. Turn right and follow the road, which will take you to Boscastle. On reaching Boscastle, turn right at the T junction and then left into Forrabury Road. The property will be found backing onto the lane on the left hand side just over the brow of the hill, on the junction of lane to the left.
ENTRANCE HALL
Half leaded stained glazed wooden door to front. Central heating radiator. Slate tiled floor. Smoke alarm. Electric meter box. Carpeted stairs to first floor.
CLOAK ROOM
Window to front. Wash hand basin with mixer tap and WC. Central heating radiator. Slate tiled floor. Extractor fan.
SITTING ROOM - 11' 8'' x 10' 2'' (3.56m x 3.1m)
Window to front with lovely views across the valley. Cast iron period style fireplace with wood surround and mantle. Central heating radiator. Stripped wood floor. TV aerial point. Telephone point. Smoke alarm.
DINING ROOM - 11' 5'' x 10' 5'' (3.48m x 3.18m)
Deeply recessed sash window to rear. Central heating radiator. Fitted carpet. Alcove with shelving on one side and built in cupboard to the other. Undertairs cupboard housing the central heating boiler.
KITCHEN - 9' 4'' x 7' 2'' (2.84m x 2.18m)
Dual aspect with deeply recess window to front and window to side. Range of wall and base units with solid wood work surfaces incorporating a single oval bowl stainless steel sink with mixer tap, inset washing machine, fridge freezer, and single fan assisted oven with stainless steel extractor hood over and electric solid platehob. Central heating radiator. Terracotta floor tiles. Inset lighting ceiling lights. Smoke alarm.
LANDING
Galleried staircase. Sash window to rear. A frame beams. Storage cupboard over stairs. Fitted carpet.
BEDROOM 1 - 11' 1'' x 8' 8'' (3.38m x 2.64m)
Window to front with lovely views over the valley. A frame beams. Central heating radiator. Fitted carpet.
BEDROOM 2 - 9' 10'' x 9' 9'' (3m x 2.97m)
Deeply recessed sash window to rear. A frame beams. Central heating radiator. Fitted carpet.
BATROOM - 10' 8'' x 6' 4'' (3.25m x 1.93m)
3.25m narrowing 2.33m x 1.93(10' 8"narrowing 7' 8" x 6' 4"). Velux window to front. A frame beams. Suite comprises:- tiled recessed shower cubicle with mains shower, free standing roll top bath with mixer/shower tap, pedestal wash hand basin and WC. Central heating towel/radiator. Stripped wood floor. Inset ceiling lights. Extractor fan.
OUTSIDE
The front of the property is approached through a wrought iron gate with slate stepping stones pathway leading up to the front porch. The garden area is to the front of the property and is enclosed by a stone wall which is planted with flowers. There is a wood fenced enclosure housing the oil tank. Tucked away to the side is a slate paved patio area. There are beautiful views across the valley from the garden. The off road parking area is a tamacadam surfaced driveway to the front enclosed by wood fence panels and is shared with the adjoining properties.
Property Features :
- 2 BDROOMS
- 2 RECEPTION ROOMS
- RURAL VIEWS
- OFF ROAD PARKING
- PATIO GARDEN