
Minions, Liskeard, PL14

- PROPERTY TYPE
Cottage
- BEDROOMS
4
- BATHROOMS
3
- SIZE
1,259 sq ft
117 sq m
- TENUREDescribes how you own a property. There are different types of tenure - freehold, leasehold, and commonhold.Read more about tenure in our glossary page.
Freehold
Key features
- Spacious and cosy lounge with woodburner
- Utility and ground floor shower room
- Boot room
- Family bathroom and separate shower room
- Generous sized detached garage workshop
- Level lawn gardens
- Stables and tack room
- Situated with in a high demand moorland village
- Extended four bedroom detached moorland residence with garden and paddock totalling 1.2 acre (approx).
- Open plan fitted kitchen, dining room and conservatory
Description
THE PROPERTY
This detached, spacious period moorland residence presents a rare opportunity for those seeking a serene countryside lifestyle, complete with breathtaking rural views and ample space to enjoy outdoor living. Thoughtfully extended and brimming with character, this charming home welcomes you with an inviting entrance porch and a practical boot room. At the heart of the house is a cosy yet expansive living room, where a striking granite fireplace with a wood-burning stove serves as a captivating focal point, creating the perfect atmosphere for chilly evenings.
The fitted kitchen, seamlessly connected to the dining room, is ideal for family gatherings. It leads into a bright and airy conservatory that overlooks the garden, blending indoor and outdoor living spaces. The ground floor also features a convenient utility room and a modern shower room.
Upstairs, the property offers four generously proportioned double bedrooms, providing ample space for family or guests. A well-appointed family bathroom, along with an additional separate shower room, adds convenience to the upper floor layout.
Set on approximately 1.2 acres of beautifully maintained garden and pastureland, this home is a dream for equine enthusiasts or anyone seeking a rural retreat. The grounds include a large garden perfect for outdoor activities or simply enjoying the surrounding natural beauty. Additionally, the property benefits from a spacious garage workshop, stables, and a tack room, providing excellent facilities for horse owners or those interested in country pursuits.
With an oil-fired Rayburn, double glazing, and LPG gas central heating, the home blends period charm with modern comforts. Its extension offers valuable living space, making it the ideal residence for families or individuals desiring a private, spacious home with stunning views and a strong connection to nature.
THE OUTSIDE
The property is situated within an expansive, enclosed plot, with the garden and grounds totaling approximately 1.2 acres, offering a peaceful outdoor haven perfect for those seeking space and tranquility. The well-maintained, level garden is mainly laid to lawn, surrounded by vibrant flower beds and a variety of mature plants and shrubs, enhancing the natural beauty of the setting. A driveway provides convenient parking, while a generously sized garage workshop, approximately 17' in length, offers ample storage or workspace.
The outdoor area also provides plenty of room for a garden shed or summer house, allowing for further customisation of the space. For equine enthusiasts, the property includes stables and a tack room, offering exciting potential for reinstating these facilities. The enclosed paddock provides additional outdoor space for grazing or other activities.
Although the land and stables have been unused for some time, this property—with access to open moorland—holds tremendous potential for a new owner to restore and make it their own. Whether you're an equestrian looking for a rural retreat or simply someone in search of a home with substantial outdoor space, this property offers a unique combination of charm, practicality, and opportunity.
THE LOCATION
The moorland village of Minions provides breath taking rugged landscape right on the doorstep. Whether it’s a sunny day stroll, or a wrap winter wander there are views that stretch for miles peppered with Neolithic monuments and historical landmarks steeped in local mining heritage. The area remains popular with tourists dog walkers, hikers, mountain bikers alike and wonderful for birdsong, nature lovers and the starlit stretches to the horizon has Designated Dark Sky status - there is plenty to explore.
The free rooming moorland sheep and ponies is a common and quaint image within a village that offers amenities including a popular tea room, a general store with Post Office that will cater for day-to-day needs. Neighbouring villages provide further facilities with public houses, farm shops with cafes and well-regarded primary schools.
Nearby towns include Liskeard, Launceston and Callington,all of which provide most expected town facilities. Liskeard is just 5.3 miles away and hosts a leisure centre, community hospital and both primary and secondary schools. The excellent travel links are an attractive attribute for the town with direct access to Plymouth, Devon and Westbound further into Cornwall via the A30 and A38 Dual carriageways and a main line railway station.
FAQS
Services – LPG gas fired heating, oil fired rayburn, mains electricity, water, and drainage. Radon Sump fitted.
Vendors position – Buying on
Garden Aspect – South
Tenure – Freehold
EPC – TBC
SatNav Reference – PL14 5LF
Agents Note 1: “We would recommend reviewing the Key Facts for Buyers link before viewing or purchasing this property which can be found at the end of this property listing or on our website”
Agents Note 2 - The village of Minions is a designated conservation area, nestled within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This designation underscores its rich historical significance, particularly its renowned mining heritage. Additionally, Minions is situated within the Bodmin Moor International Dark Sky Landscape, recognized for its exceptional starry nights and protected nocturnal environment, which offer scientific, natural, educational, cultural, and public enjoyment.
DIRECTIONS
Starting from Liskeard, head out of town on the St Cleer road. Follow this road across the moor, passing signs for Pensilva. Continue for several miles until you reach the village of Upton Cross. At the crossroads, take a left turn and stay on this road until you arrive in Minions. Upon reaching the village store and tea room, take the left-hand turn, followed by an immediate right. Continue along the track, bearing right as you near the end, where the property will be directly in front of you.
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Brochures
Key Facts for BuyersBrochure 2- COUNCIL TAXA payment made to your local authority in order to pay for local services like schools, libraries, and refuse collection. The amount you pay depends on the value of the property.Read more about council Tax in our glossary page.
- Band: E
- PARKINGDetails of how and where vehicles can be parked, and any associated costs.Read more about parking in our glossary page.
- Yes
- GARDENA property has access to an outdoor space, which could be private or shared.
- Private garden
- ACCESSIBILITYHow a property has been adapted to meet the needs of vulnerable or disabled individuals.Read more about accessibility in our glossary page.
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