Hellescott, Launceston, Cornwall, PL15

Characterful three bedroom farmhouse set in 5 acres on the edge of a sought after rural village, enjoying far reaching countryside views. Versatile living with multiple receptions, study and outbuildings. Mature gardens, pond, orchard, stables, sand school and paddocks. Ideal smallholding.

SITUATION
Hellescott Vineyard is within the Parish of North Petherwin. A rural village which lies equidistant between Launceston, Holsworthy and Bude.

Launceston, the ancient capital of Cornwall sits astride the A30 dual carriageway spine road through Cornwall and Devon, nestling under the dramatic ruins of a Norman Castle. The town offers a excellent range of social, commercial and shopping facilities with 24 hour supermarket, retail park, primary and secondary schools, leisure centre, Golf courses, hospital, doctor’s surgery and veterinary surgeries.

The convenience of the A30 provides ease of access to the city of Exeter, 44 miles to the east providing M5 motorway link, Intercity Rail Link and International Airport. The city of Plymouth is 28 miles to the south providing Continental Ferry Port and Intercity Rail Link.

The North Cornish coast is only approximately 12 miles from the property with famous former fishing villages along with safe and sandy surfing beaches.

DESCRIPTION
Detached, characterful three-bedroom farmhouse set in just under 5 acres on the cusp of a popular rural village, enjoying far-reaching views across the surrounding countryside.
The property comprises a spacious open-plan living area, two reception rooms, a further galley kitchen, study, and three well-proportioned bedrooms, including a master with en-suite. The home retains a wealth of original features throughout, blending charm with practical family living, and is complemented by ample off-road parking and a four-bay carport with power and hard standing for boat / motor home behind.
The attractive, mature gardens are a particular highlight, featuring lawns, well-stocked borders, large natural pond that attracts a variety of wildlife and an orchard with apple and pear trees which further enhances the outdoor space.
Ideal for equestrian use, or small holding the land is divided into two south-facing paddocks. The property also benefits from excellent facilities including a sand school, purpose-built stable block with two loose boxes and tack room, along with a range of useful outbuildings such as barns, storage areas and former agricultural buildings, offering versatility for a variety of uses.
In the same ownership for almost 30 years, this is a fantastic opportunity for those looking to seek a property with such great flexibility for a variety of owners nestled in a tucked away position with outstanding views of the Cornish countryside.

ACCOMMODATION
Entrance via uPVC stable door into:-

LIVING AREA
Windows to the front and side elevations both with wonderful views over the garden. Timber clad panelled ceiling with Velux windows having remote controlled blinds. Exposed painted beams with spotlights and storage cupboard . Exposed stone wall, tiled flooring and inset Rayburn on slate hearth with exposed stone behind and timber mantel. Belfast sink with roll top work surface, mixer tap and space below for washing machine. There is also space for a free standing oven with a tiled splash back.

RECEPTION ROOM / DINING ROOM
Window to the front elevation with window seat overlooking the garden and door leading to front entrance porch. Exposed stone open fireplace with slate hearth and slate mantel. Wall lights, radiator, carpeted, stairs rising to first floor and door leading to second kitchen. Space for dining room table. Two steps leading up to:-

LIVING ROOM
Two windows to the front elevation overlooking the garden with wooden sill. Exposed stone fireplace with woodburner on slate hearth. Carpeted, radiator exposed beams and wall lights. Space for living room furniture.

STUDY
Window to the rear elevation. Ideal space for study / home office. Access to loft hatch, carpeted and pendant light. Access to a good sized airing cupboard with shelving plus further storage cupboard. Door leading into:-

MASTER BEDROOM
Triple aspect windows. Timber clad panelled ceiling with exposed beams, carpeted and radiator. Space for double bed and bedroom furniture. Door into:-

EN-SUITE
Window to the front elevation. Wall hung hand wash basin with mixer tap, close coupled W.C. and walk-in corner shower with electric shower above. Carpeted.

SECOND KITCHEN
A galley style kitchen with window to the front elevation. Base units having square worktop surface over with tiled splash backs and inset stainless steel sink with mixer tap. Boiler, vinyl flooring, floor to ceiling panelling and radiator.

Stairs from the Dining Room rise to:-

FIRST FLOOR LANDING

BEDROOM TWO
Two windows to the front elevation overlooking the garden. Exposed wooden beams and vaulted ceiling. Spotlights, floor to ceiling storage cupboards, radiator and carpet. Space for double bed and bedroom furniture.

BEDROOM ONE
Window to the front elevation. Exposed wooden beams, carpet, radiator and pendant light. Space for double bed and bedroom furniture.

BATHROOM
Window to the front elevation overlooking the garden with granite sill. Wall hung sink with cupboards below and mixer tap with mirror above, close coupled W.C. and aqua board enclosed bath with mixer tap and shower head attachment. Floor to ceiling aqua boarding, spotlights, vinyl flooring and loft hatch.

OUTSIDE
The property is accessed via a private driveway leading to a timber five-bar gate, which opens onto a gravel off-road parking area providing ample space for several vehicles. This, in turn, leads to:-

CAR PORT (11.58m x 5.28m)
Box steel clad to three sides and roof. Features a solid concrete floor, exposed wooden beams, and an electrical connection. Provides space for up to four cars. Beyond the car port is a further hardstanding area, ideal for storage of a boat, horsebox, or motorhome.

The gardens are a particularly attractive feature, comprising expansive lawns complemented by colourful, well-stocked borders of shrubs, bushes, and perennials. To the front is an open-plan area laid to lawn, while the remainder includes a large, naturally stocked pond that attracts a variety of wildlife.

The property extends to just under 5 acres in total, with the pastureland divided into two south-facing enclosures being separated by a track.
The main field which is approximately 2 acres, having a fantastic sand school with a hardcore base and rubber chippings with the remainder being laid to pasture. There is also some great views across the River Ottery Valley.

The adjacent field which is access near the car port or from the track, also being laid to pasture is approximately 1.1 acres and also includes:-

BULL PEN / CHICKEN SHED (4.75m x 3.02m)
A former bull pen of concrete block construction, now used as a poultry shed.

To the rear of the property there is an area laid with gravel where there is access to:-

STABLE BLOCK (9.45m x 3.66m)
Divided into three sections, including two loose boxes with a tack room between. Timber
construction with a Box steel and concrete hard standing to the front. The floor is laid with rubber matting. Electricity is connected.

OPEN-FRONTED BARN (3.96m x 3.25m)
Box steel construction on three sides with a roof and metal frame.

WOOD STORE (3.96m x 3.25m)
GENERAL STORE (4.34m x 3.28m)
Concrete block construction with a Box steel roof and wooden door.

FORMER WINE STORE (5.8m x 3.73m)
Stone construction with a Box steel roof and wooden door. Electricity connected.

There is also an enclosed orchard containing a variety of well-established apple and pear trees.

SERVICES
Mains water, electricity and drainage. Oil fired central heating.

EE Rating - F
Council tax band - E
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Easements, wayleaves & rights of way
The property is offered for sale, subject to and with the benefit of all matters contained in or referred to in the Property and Charges Register of the registered title together with all public or private rights of way, wayleaves, easements and other rights of way, which cross the property.

Disclaimer
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Verified Material Information

Council Tax band: E

Tenure: Freehold

Property type: House

Property construction: N/A

Energy Performance rating: F

Electricity supply: Mains electricity

Solar Panels: No

Other electricity sources: No

Water supply: Mains water supply

Sewerage: Sustainable Drainage System

Heating: Oil-powered central heating is installed.

Heating features: Double glazing, Wood burner, Aga/Rayburn, and Open fire

Broadband: FTTP (Fibre to the Premises)

Mobile coverage: O2 - Good, Vodafone - Good, Three - Good, EE - Good

Parking: Garage and Driveway

Building safety issues: No

Restrictions - Listed Building: No

Restrictions - Conservation Area: No

Restrictions - Tree Preservation Orders: None

Public right of way: No

Long-term area flood risk: No

Historical flooding: No

Flood defences: No

Coastal erosion risk: No

Planning permission issues: No

Accessibility and adaptations: Level access

Coal mining area: No

Non-coal mining area: No

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