Lower Metherell

Attractively finished and very well-rounded character cottage in a quiet edge of the village location with an enclosed garden, timber garage and off-road parking. A delightful Cornish cottage, extended 3 double bedroom
accommodation, 2 receptions, kitchen and separate utility, presented in excellent condition throughout, enclosed garden with great potential, timber garage and driveway, peaceful and quiet edge of village location, no onward chain, freehold, council tax band: E

Situation - This charming cottage is located in a quiet position on the edge of the village of Metherell, located in East Cornwall, itself on the fringes of the Tamar Valley (but outside of the AONB). The village is served by a public house, and is within easy reach of Albaston and Gunnislake where there are further amenities including two fuel stations, an Asda mini-supermarket and a train station providing a direct rail link to the city of Plymouth. The village of Harrowbarrow is only a mile away and offers a Primary School, post office and general convenience store. Four miles to the northwest is the town of Callington, offering extensive amenities including two supermarkets and a Secondary School. The thriving town of Tavistock in West Devon lies some 7 miles to the northeast, offering a superb range of recreational, educational and shopping facilities as well as a bustling town centre and popular pannier market.

Description - This extended, detached cottage is a very appealing property which has been maintained and presented in excellent condition and is now offered to the market with no onward chain. The cottage has retained a number of original and characterful elements whilst combining more modern comforts and convenience to create a home which is now very well-rounded and should suit a variety of lifestyles, including younger couples and growing families, first-time buyers and second steppers as well as those downsizing. The three double-bedroomed accommodation is accompanied externally by an enclosed garden, a gravelled parking area and an attached timber garage/store, providing ample off-road parking space.

Accommodation - This property has been subject to considerable improvement and refurbishment during our clients' ownership, including full internal and external redecoration, a new kitchen, overhaul of the guttering drainpipes, a new gas combi boiler and heating system with newly installed radiators, new electrical wiring and consumer unit including energy efficient spotlighting, new uPVC windows and doors throughout (the majority of which are sash windows), and new carpets and flooring. In addition, the cottage benefits from a number of traditional period details including fireplaces, flagstone slate flooring, slate window sills and exposed ceiling beams. The cottage is accessed from the ground floor into a porch with a mosaic-tiled floor that leads into the principal reception room. This is a cosy and well-presented room with a large exposed stone fireplace housing a substantial log-burning stove and a secondary former fireplace with original display cupboards to the alcove. Steps lead down from the reception room into the kitchen, which is equipped with a good range of cupboards and cabinets with built-in Lamona appliances including a double oven, 4-ring induction hob, dishwasher and integrated fridge. There is a large ceramic sink with a drainer, and a breakfast bar to one side beneath a feature exposed wall. Beyond the kitchen is a dual-aspect dining room that has a working fireplace and patio doors that lead out to the front garden. Beyond the dining room is a useful utility and pantry where there are spaces for white goods and a large upright American-style fridge-freezer. Finally, on the ground floor is a WC and boot room with a separate door out to the gardens. From the reception, stairs rise to the first-floor landing where there are three double bedrooms and the family bathroom, which is fitted with an attractive 4-piece suite including an enclosed shower and tiled to half height. The master bedroom is a bright, triple-aspect room enjoying an attractive southerly view and served by a fully tiled en-suite shower room. The second and third bedrooms both face the cottage’s front aspect and have original timber floorboards, with the third bedroom additionally benefitting from a fitted wardrobe and adjacent shelving.

Outside - The property is approached over a gravelled parking area which is sufficient in size for up to three vehicles and provides access to the attached timber garage. There is gated access into the property’s garden which is southwest-facing and enclosed by a combination of natural stone walling and timber fencing. The garden is arranged into a good-sized area of lawn and a lower gravelled seating area which enjoys plenty of afternoon sun. There is good scope within the garden to establish some planting or create an area for growing produce. On the far side of the cottage is a log store.

Services - Mains electricity, water and drainage are connected, with LPG-fired central heating. Please note that the agents have neither inspected nor tested these services.