Property description
Are you looking for a change of lifestyle for easy and free living bringing the countryside to the doorstep but only a walking distance from the town . The land and gardens that surround this bungalow offers someone the opportunity for a self-sufficiency.
This rare and unique 1920`s Cedar wood detached bungalow is situated in a tucked away location a short distance from Liskeard Town centre. The property is set within approximately 0.5 of an acre of delightful gardens with an extensive lawn area, vegetable and fruit garden, chicken housing, pond and bbq area with a summerhouse. It retains many original and ornate features. The accommodation itself provides 2 reception rooms, Kitchen, utility room, three bedrooms and a bathroom. Set within the grounds is a block built detached tandem garage/ workshop. Internal viewing is reconmended.
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Situation :-
The market town of Liskeard is five miles to the south with a mainline railway station and access to the A38 trunk road which links the towns of Bodmin and the city port of Plymouth. Plymouth offers more extensive amenities and facilities including a deep water marina and regular ferry crossing to Northern France and Spain. To the north is the town of Launceston with 24 hour supermarket and access to the A30 which links the cathedral cities of Truro and Exeter. At Exeter there is access to the M5 and onward motorway network, mainline railway services to London Paddington and international airport serving both UK and European destinations.
Veranda Entrance :-
From the decked area double doors give access into the garden room.
Garden Room :-
Side aspect windows enjoying views into the side garden ideally suitable for seating or storage.
Door gives access into :-
Reception Hallway :-
Retaining many ornate features to include ceiling rose`s, feature archways and period style radiator. Twin ceiling light points and loft hatch giving access into the roof space, There is wood panelling to the walls and exposed timber floor boards. From the hallway all doors lead into the following :-
Lounge :- - 11'10" (3.61m) x 11'9" (3.58m) Into Recess
Dual aspect double glazed windows with views into the surrounding gardens. Ornate open marble feature fireplace with tiled detail and slate hearth. Picture rails, period style radiator and exposed stripped and stained floor boards.
Dining Room :- - 12'6" (3.81m) x 9'10" (3m)
Large open recess to the front aspect enjoying garden views. Built in glazed display cabinets with cupboard space beneath to both recess`s. A door gives access to the boiler room and steps lead down into the kitchen. Inset ceiling lighting, period style radiator and exposed timber flooring.
Kitchen :- - 7'6" (2.29m) x 16'6" (5.03m)
A spacious galley style kitchen with full width double glazed windows enjoying the peaceful garden views. A skylight window brings additional light.This versatile and workable space is fitted with a range of modern base and wall units with contrasting roll edge work surfaces to include a inset double stainless steel sink unit. There is a breakfast bar and space for range style cooker, period style radiator and vinyl floor covering. A door opens out onto the main decked area.
Bedroom 1 :- - 10'9" (3.28m) x 11'5" (3.48m)
Spacious double room with side aspect garden views. Picture rails, period style radiator, built in wardrobe with fitted cupboard space over and exposed timber floor boards.
Bedroom 2 :- - 11'6" (3.51m) x 8'1" (2.46m)
A further double room with double glazed window offering garden views. Picture rails, ceiling light point, period style radiator and exposed timber flooring.
Bedroom 3 :- - 11'6" (3.51m) x 5'5" (1.65m)
Side aspect double glazed window with views out into the garden. Ceiling light point and exposed timber flooring.
Bathroom :- - 5'3" (1.6m) Max x 9'11" (3.02m) Max
Rear aspect double glazed window with opaque glass with additional sky light window capturing further light. A luxury fitted bathroom with steam shower enclosure incorporating a whirlpool bath, circular glazed wash hand basin with mixer tap and low level w.c. Inset ceiling lighting and towel radiator. The room and floor have been fully tiled to include under floor heating.
Outside :-
The property can be accessed via two pedestrian pathways or a narrow driveway only suitable for small vehicles or motorbikes. This narrow driveway leads to a five bar gate which gives access to a Detached Double Garage which is block built with a galvanised roof and has power and lighting, two uPVC double glazed windows and three up and over doors with a uPVC double glazed door to side. Surrounding the garage is a garden area which is uncultivated with a wooden gate leading to the main gardens. The gardens are a superb feature of this property and surround the building but the main garden being situated to the side of the bungalow which is well established with an extensive lawn and mature trees including an elderflower , weeping willow and apple There is a vegetable garden, mature fruit shrubs a greenhouse and a wood and tool store. At the bottom of the garden there are chicken houses and a large timber shed used as a summerhouse/social room with a log burner. From the main garden there is a gate which leads to a further enclosed garden with a large pond, BBQ area and a pergola ideal for outside dining.
Garage & Workshop :-
This is a large tandem garage providing a variety of uses. There is a metal up and over doors to the front and rear elevations.
Cellar :-
To the side of the property there is a wooden door that leads into a cellar which has power and lighting, radiator, wash hand basin, plumbing for automatic washing machine, along with ample space for storage.
Services :-
Gas :- Central Heating
Electric
Water :- Not Metered
Mains Drainage
Tax & Service Charges :-
Council Tax Band :-
Local Authority :- Cornwall County Council
Tenure :- Freehold
Directions :-
From The Parade in Liskeard town centre proceed along Barras St (B3254) with Webb`s House on the right. Turn left onto West St and continue past the car parks onto Old Rd. After a short distance the entrance to the property can be found on the left at the end of the pathway between 9 and 10 Oak Park Terrace
Notice
Please note we have not tested any apparatus, fixtures, fittings, or services. Interested parties must undertake their own investigation into the working order of these items. All measurements are approximate and photographs provided for guidance only.