Launceston, Cornwall, PL15

This impressive Victorian barn, known as Cob Barn, originally served the nearby farmhouse and was converted approximately eight years ago. Since then, the current owners have made a number of thoughtful improvements, further enhancing what was already a property finished to an exceptional standard.

The barn offers a wealth of character and charm, with striking features including a stunning vaulted ceiling, timber framed double glazed windows and aluminium rainwater fittings. These period details are complemented by modern comforts, including multi zone oil fired central heating, with underfloor heating throughout the ground floor and a 7kw EV charger.

At the heart of the home is an impressive kitchen fitted by Wren, featuring a range of coordinated units and high quality appliances. These include a Bosch hob with a motorised rising extractor, a large electric Aga, microwave and dishwasher. The central island, formed from a single piece of stone, also serves as a breakfast bar and incorporates concealed power sockets and USB connectivity. An adjoining utility room provides additional storage, a sink unit and further cupboards and drawers, along with a mixer tap. The dining area and principal living space are subtly divided by an elegant staircase with a glass balustrade. The living area offers a warm and inviting atmosphere, centred around a solid fuel stove, making it an ideal space for relaxation.

The ground floor accommodation includes three well proportioned bedrooms. The principal bedroom benefits from a stylish en-suite shower room with coordinated sanitary ware, a heated towel rail and a touch sensitive illuminated mirror. A dedicated dressing area within the room provides an excellent range of built in storage, including drawers and hanging space. The two remaining double bedrooms are served by a beautifully presented family bathroom, which features a mains fed shower over the bath, a heated towel rail and an attractive recessed window shelf.

Externally, the gardens are level, private and well enclosed. To the rear of the barn is a charming shepherds hut, fully equipped with utilities and currently used both as guest accommodation and as a home office. There is a patio and gravelled seating area, complete with a wood fired hot tub, ideal for outdoor relaxation. The lawned garden also includes an excellent entertaining area, with a designated barbecue stand and a built in bar, complete with storage, electricity and water supply. To the front of the property, a generous hard standing area provides ample parking for several vehicles.

The property is found within four miles from Launceston town in the valley of the River Carey which is close to its confluence to the river Tamar on the Devon/Cornwall border and about two miles from the West Devon village of Lifton. The village of Lifton which has a traditional range of facilities such as a Village Post Office and Stores, a County Primary School, a Doctors Surgery, Petrol Filling Station, Hotels and Public Houses.

Further comprehensive shopping, commercial and recreational facilities can be located in either Launceston or the Devon Stannary Town of Tavistock (12.4 miles). There are a number of private Schools with Shebbear College (Beaworthy), St Joseph’s (Launceston) and Mount Kelly College (Tavistock) with some schools having bus services with pick up and drop off points a few steps from the property.

Excellent transport links can be found in the Cathedral City of Exeter by road, rail and air (Exeter International Airport) which is about 40 miles distant (and can be reached in approximately 45 minutes or so). The A30 dual carriageway can be reached in less than 5 minutes. The Continental Ferryport and City of Plymouth is approximately 27 miles distant and has regular cross channel services to France and Spain.
From Launceston Town Centre proceed down the A388 (St Thomas Road). Upon reaching the roundabout at Newport take the right hand turning following the road along going straight ahead at the next mini roundabout heading up Dutson Road. Continue passing Homeleigh Garden Centre on the right hand side. Take the right hand turning signposted Lifton and continue along this road proceeding over the narrow bridge and up the hill. Upon reaching the right hand bend take the lane on the left signposted Cob Barn. Proceed up the drive bearing left where the property will be found on the right hand side.

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