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" A home with income opportunity, comprising a period three bedroom cottage, with an adjacent detached one bedroom annexe, set within delightful grounds extending to about four acres, including two acres of woodland. A detached stone barn provides potential for conversion to provide additional accommodation, subject to the necessary planning consents. Other outbuildings include a detached open fronted stone garage, a potting shed, a large greenhouse, former polytunnels and greenhouses as well as a chicken run.
Formerly the site of a nursery, the grounds provide a good deal of privacy and enjoy some spectacular views over the Tamar Valley Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.


SITUATION The property occupies an elevated position in a tiny rural hamlet of just a few properties within the Tamar Valley Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, and enjoys stunning far-reaching views across open countryside towards the tors of Dartmoor.
Chilsworthy is a picturesque village nestling in the wooded Tamar Valley. It has its own public house and is conveniently situated approximately 1.5 miles from the village of Gunnislake.
Gunnislake is situated alongside the River Tamar with a good range of shops and primary schools, and public houses. There is an excellent playing field nearby and walks abound. Gunnislake is approximately 20 miles by road from Plymouth and 5 miles from both Callington and Tavistock. There is a regular train service to Plymouth city centre and good bus service to both Tavistock and Callington.
Tavistock is a thriving market town adjoining the western edge of the Dartmoor National Park and was in 2004 voted the winner of a nationwide survey undertaken by the Council for the Protection of Rural England involving 120 other market towns. Among the assets taken into consideration were history, architecture, community spirit, planning sensitivity, recreational facilities and individuality of shops and businesses. Additional attractions include a hospital, a bustling Pannier Market and a full range of schools both State and Private. Indeed Tavistock can claim to have everything adding up to a quality of life which would be hard to rival.
DESCRIPTION The property is a detached period country cottage, which was formerly a nursery and is set within delightful grounds extending to approximately four acres, including about two acres of woodland comprising broadleaf trees interspersed by a network of paths, formal gardens, a kitchen garden, an orchard, delightful wildlife areas and at the top of the grounds the former railway cutting now comprises a minor country lane providing an additional access to the property.
To the side of the main house there is a detached one bedroom annexe which offers further accommodation for a variety of uses, such as ancillary accommodation to the main property, or for dependent relatives or for deriving a rental income. There is also a detached stone barn which provides the potential for conversion to provide further accommodation, subject to the necessary planning consents. Other outbuildings include a detached open fronted stone garage, a potting shed, a large greenhouse, former polytunnels and greenhouses as well as a chicken run. The grounds provide a good deal of privacy and enjoy some spectacular views over the Tamar Valley Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, with the property providing excellent opportunities for a number of alternative uses, or simply for those seeking peace and tranquility within a splendid rural setting. The property is accessed from the roadside on to a driveway shared with three neighbouring properties and which leads to the private driveway for the cottage where there is a parking and turning area for a number of vehicles. ACCOMMODATION Reference made to any fixture, fittings, appliances or any of the building services does not imply that they are in working order or have been tested by us. Purchasers should establish the suitability and working condition of these items and services themselves.
The accommodation, together with approximate room sizes, is as follows:-
COTTAGE ACCOMMODATION: From the tarmac drive, there is access to: ENTRANCE PORCH Of stone elevations with slate roof and arched doorway with granite lintels; open arrow-slit windows on either side; courtesy light; tiled floor and obscure double glazed door into: ENTRANCE HALL/SNUG Double glazed window to the side aspect with slate sill; exposed ceiling timbers; parquet floor; exposed stone entrance into the study; radiator; door to: SITTING ROOM 5.36m(17'7'') x 3.81m(12'6'') Two multi-paned double glazed windows with slate sills to the front; open staircase to the first floor landing; feature stone fireplace incorporating a circular woodburning stove on a stone hearth with bread oven and timber overmantel; exposed ceiling timbers; opening with slate display shelf into the dining room; continuation parquet flooring; two radiators; steps down to folding doors into: DINING ROOM 4.06m(13'4'') x 2.06m(6'9'') Doorway into the kitchen/breakfast room; fireplace with granite lintel; pantry cupboard; storage cupboard; tiled floor; radiator; steps up to: STUDY 3.00m(9'10'') x 2.44m(8'0'') Double glazed window to the rear and side aspects; exposed ceiling timbers; continuation parquet flooring; telephone point; radiator. KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM 6.25m(20'6'') x 3.05m(10'0'') Forming part of a later extension constructed by the current vendors, this has a double glazed window to the side; double glazed door to the side giving access to the barn and annexe; double glazed doors to the rear to the garden enjoying the superb views across the Tamar Valley. There is also a Velux rooflight providing plenty of natural light; good range of wall and base units with roll top work surfaces, incorporating a circular stainless steel sink unit and drainer with mixer tap over; oil fired Rayburn for the central heating, hot water and cooking; space for fridge/freezer; tiled floor; fuse boards; radiator. FIRST FLOOR LANDING Exposed stone wall; rooflight and exposed ceiling timber. From the landing there is access to the: MASTER BEDROOM SUITE Comprising a: DRESSING ROOM: 3.84m(12'7'') x 2.26m(7'5'') Double glazed windows to the front and side; built-in sliding doors; radiator; open entrance into: BEDROOM 3.38m(11'1'') x 2.46m(8'1'') Double aspect to the side and rear providing delightful views; radiator. BEDROOM TWO 3.96m(13'0'') x 2.69m(8'10'') Double glazed window to the front aspect; exposed ceiling timbers; radiator. BEDROOM THREE 3.02m(9'11'') x 2.69m(8'10'') Double glazed window to the front aspect; storage cupboard; radiator. BATHROOM 3.94m(12'11'') x 2.36m(7'9'') Two double glazed windows to the rear aspect enjoying the delightful views; suite comprising low level WC, pedestal wash basin, bath with mixer tap and shower attachment and electric shower over; airing cupboard enclosing the hot water cylinder; storage cupboard; loft access; part-tiled walls; radiator. ANNEXE ACCOMMODATION: Obscure double glazed door into: ENTRANCE PORCH Double glazed window to the front and side; coat pegs; fuse board and door into: INNER HALL Doors to all accommodation; obscure double glazed door to the side aspect leading to the laundry room; airing cupboard enclosing the hot water cylinder; smoke alarm; space for freezer; hanging space; radiator. LIVING ROOM 4.67m(15'4'') x 3.05m(10'0'') Double glazed window to the side aspect overlooking the gardens and woods; stone fireplace with slate hearth and overmantel incorporating a woodburning stove; slate display shelf; radiator. KITCHEN 2.72m(8'11'') x 2.11m(6'11'') Double glazed window to the side aspect; range of wall and base units with roll top work surfaces incorporating a stainless steel sink unit and drainer; space for fridge; space for cooker; part-tiled walls and radiator. BEDROOM 3.51m(11'6'') x 2.44m(8'0'') Double glazed window to the side; radiator. BATHROOM Obscure double glazed window to the side aspect; suite comprising low level WC; pedestal wash basin; bath with Triton electric shower over; loft access; radiator. LAUNDRY ROOM 2.57m(8'5'') x 1.68m(5'6'') Accessed by steps to the rear of the building, there is a suite comprising low level WC, hand washbasin and space for a washing machine.
Beneath the laundry room is the site of the oil fired boiler for the central heating for the annexe. Steps to the side of the front door of the annexe lead down to the: STORE/WORKSHOP 9.45m(31'0'') x 1.80m(5'11'') Door to the side and window to the rear. ANNEXE GARDEN This comprises a lawned area set on two tiers and is the site of the oil tank and also a drying area. OUTSIDE The property is approached from the public road via a small lane which leads in turn to a sweeping driveway shared with neighbouring properties on to a tarmac drive providing a turning and parking area for the main house and which is also the site of the concealed oil with iron gates leading to the: GARAGE 5.97m(19'7'') x 5.26m(17'3'') Of stone construction, this is open fronted and has a corrugated roof; concrete floor; inspection pit; window to side.
Behind the garage there is a lean-to WOOD STORE. STONE BARN 10.26m(33'8'') x 3.07m(10'1'') (Overall internal measurement)
Accessed by doors to the front and side, this is currently used as a workshop/store with the accommodation arranged over two floors, providing potential for further ancillary accommodation or a rental income, subject to the necessary planning consents. GARDENS AND GROUNDS The grounds are a delightful feature of the property and extend to approximately four acres. To the side of the garage and barn a path leads to the woodland which extends to about two acres comprising broadleaf trees and enclosed by stone wall and Cornish bank boundaries, being interspersed by a network of paths. The gardens and grounds are accessed by an iron gate to the side of the kitchen and from the breakfast room on to a level patio area with a path which leads to a potting shed which adjoins the barn and leads on to a greenhouse. There is a vegetable garden and enclosed fruit nets beyond. To the side of the property, there is a small enclosed orchard which leads to the main gardens and grounds which lie to the rear of and above the property and comprise a delightful range of wildlife areas enclosed by mature hedges which lead up to a former polytunnel and greenhouse and on to the chicken run. The former railway line runs along the upper boundary of the property and leads back to the main entrance to the hamlet forming a track along which a 4x4 vehicle could find additional parking. SERVICES Mains metered water, mains drainage and electricity. Oil fired central heating. OUTGOINGS We understand the main property is in band 'E' for Council Tax purposes and the annexe is in band 'A' for Council Tax purposes.
VIEWING By appointment with MANSBRIDGE & BALMENT on 01822 612345. AGENT'S NOTE Prospective purchasers should note that the lane leading from the public road serves four properties who share the cost of the maintenance. FLOOR PLAN EPC
FLOOR PLAN - ANNEXE EPC - ANNEXE These particulars, whilst believed to be accurate are set out as a general outline only for guidance and do not constitute any part of an offer or contract. Intending purchasers should not rely on them as statements of representation of fact, but must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to their accuracy. No person in this firms employment has the authority to make or give any representation or warranty in respect of the property.
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