Property description
Heronford is a fantastic 3 bedroom period cottage found in a rural yet accessible location with no immediate neighbours. Set within half an acre of sheltered mature gardens with beautiful countryside views. The property also benefits from a large double garage with adjoining office / hobbies room and a detached 47ft barn currently used as a workshop and storage but has potential for conversion to holiday lets or annex.
The property is well located for access to the A30 dual carriageway spine road for Cornwall and Devon .Exeter, some 42 miles east provides intercity rail link, M5 motorway link and expanding international airport. Plymouth, some 28 miles south provides intercity rail link and
continental ferry port.
In all directions from Launceston there is scenery of outstanding natural beauty, to the north is the rugged Cornish coastline famed for popular family surfing beaches and picturesque former fishing villages. To the west are the open expanses of Bodmin Moor ideal for walking and riding. To the east is Dartmoor National Park and running southwards is the hidden secrets of the Tamar Valley steeped in 18th Century mining history.
ACCOMMODATION
FRONT ENTRANCE
Path leads round from the side of the property to storm porch with tiled roof. A composite high security front door gives access to the front reception area where stairs rise to the first floor and door lead to all downstairs accommodation.
DOWNSTAIRS WC
Low level WC, wash hand basin set into a vanity unit with storage under. To the side is a storage area presently used for coats and shoes.
LIVING ROOM
Lovely bright room with 2 wood sash windows to the front aspect. Large inglenook fireplace with slate hearth and wood lintel. Wood burning stove installed. Central heating radiator. Beamed ceiling and wall lights. A large comfortable room with views over the beautifully tended gardens and countryside beyond.
DINING ROOM
Another bright and airy room with sash window to the front aspect. Beamed ceiling. Central heating radiator. Wall lights and over table lamp.
KITCHEN / BREAKFAST ROOM
A wonderful, light, dual aspect room with a wide range of wall and base units with roll top work surfaces. 5 ring gas hob with extractor over. Eye level double oven. One and a half bowl sink with mixer tap and space for a washing machine, dishwasher and fridge freezer. A matching central island is also included with further storage under and can seat 4 as a breakfast bar. Radiator. A natural wood stable door leads through to:-
UTILITY ROOM
Fitted work surface with room for a tumble dryer below. Floor standing oil fired central heating boiler. Window to rear aspect and wooden, glazed stable door leads out to the rear.
FIRST FLOOR LANDING
Window looking out to rear aspect. Beamed ceiling. Airing cupboard. Doors to all upstairs accommodation.
BEDROOM 1
Window to front aspect. Radiator. Built in wardrobes.
BEDROOM 2
Window to front aspect. Radiator.
BEDROOM 3
Window to front aspect. Radiator.
BATHROOM
Modern white 3 piece suite comprising panelled bath with power shower over and mixer tap. Enclosed low level WC. Wash hand basin set into vanity unit with storage. Radiator Window to side aspect.
OUTSIDE
The property is approached over a cattle grid and through a five bar gate to a gravelled parking area for several vehicles. Onwards to a large stone built double garage (15’6 x 14’10) with up and over door. Power and light is connected. Adjoining the garage is a office / hobbies room(13’8 x 11’3) with windows to both sides with power and light connected. Across the drive is a large stone barn which is divided into 3 sections and is used as a workshop and storage area. Section 1: 12’7 x 7’9: Section 2: 21’3 x 12’7: Section 3: 12’7 x 8’5.
The 1/2 acre gardens surround the property with many pleasant areas to be enjoyed including a delightful secluded and tranquil seating area with pond and waterfall. The gardens are bordered by granite and stone walls and are mainly laid to lawn with a variety of well tended flower and shrub beds, sheltered by established trees.
This property has been beautifully maintained by the current owners and is a ‘must view’ for those looking for the peace and tranquillity of the country but near enough to main routes, schools and commercial centres. Highly recommended.
PLEASE NOTE: If you are using Satellite Navigation to find the property, the postcode will not take you directly to Heronford, instead use the following coordinates: 50.585832, -4.488467
Property Features :
- Delightful 3 bed period cottage set within its own half acre plot
- Intelligent blend of traditional and modern features
- Large detached double garage with office space attached
- 47ft barn with conversion potential to annexe or holiday lets
- Beautifully landscaped gardens in tranquil setting