
Boyton, Launceston, Cornwall

- PROPERTY TYPE
Detached
- BEDROOMS
3
- BATHROOMS
2
- SIZE
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Freehold
Key features
- Charming detached character cottage
- 3 double bedrooms (principal with ensuite & dressing area)
- Beautifully presented and extensively improved throughout
- Character features including inglenook fireplace & beams
- Open plan kitchen/dining room ideal for modern living
- Separate study/home office
- Approx. 1.3 acres of gardens and grounds
- Orchard, wildlife pond, vegetable garden & greenhouse
- Useful outbuildings including workshop
- Ample parking with improved lane and elevated parking area
Description
The property has been significantly enhanced by the current owner, including a new roof and a comprehensive programme of internal modernisation, whilst carefully retaining much of the original character. Further improvements include the reconfiguration of the external space with an upgraded lane approach, additional elevated parking area enjoying views over the gardens, and attractive stone walling with inset lighting creating a superb first impression.
The accommodation is both versatile and well balanced, offering a welcoming entrance via a porch into a characterful sitting room centred around an impressive inglenook fireplace with woodburning stove. This space flows naturally into a superb open plan kitchen/dining room, beautifully fitted in a sympathetic cottage style and providing an ideal space for modern family living and entertaining. A separate study offers flexibility for those working from home, whilst the useful utility room and cloakroom enhance the practicality of the layout.
To the first floor are three well proportioned double bedrooms, all enjoying pleasant outlooks across the surrounding grounds, with the principal bedroom benefitting from a dressing area and ensuite facilities. A spacious family bathroom serves the remaining bedrooms.
The former lean-to extension has been removed, with planning now granted to extend or reconfigure further, subject to any necessary planning consents.
The property benefits from solar thermal panels, private water and drainage, and a combination of a new central heating system installed in 2025 oil fired heating, and wood burner.
Overall, this is a superb lifestyle opportunity offering a blend of character, space and potential within a highly desirable rural setting. EPC E. Council Tax Band E.
The property occupies a peaceful and tucked away position within a small rural hamlet, surrounded by unspoilt Cornish countryside and enjoying a high degree of privacy, whilst remaining accessible to the nearby road network.
The main B3254 Launceston to Bude road is located approximately 1 mile away, providing convenient access to the wider area. The nearby village of Boyton offers a range of local amenities including a primary school, village hall and places of worship, whilst the thriving market town of Launceston lies approximately 8 miles distant, providing a more comprehensive range of shopping, schooling and leisure facilities, along with access to the A30 dual carriageway linking Cornwall and Devon.
The popular coastal town of Bude is approximately 14 miles away and is renowned for its sandy beaches, coastal walks, golf course and vibrant town centre, offering a range of independent shops, cafes and restaurants.
The surrounding area is ideal for those who enjoy outdoor pursuits, with nearby attractions including Roadford Lake, offering sailing, fishing, walking and cycling, along with numerous countryside and woodland walks available directly from the property itself.
Overall, the location offers the perfect balance of rural tranquillity and accessibility to both coast and countryside amenities.
Directions
From our offices on Queen Street proceed out of Bude heading south, following signs for Stratton and Launceston along the A3072. Continue through Stratton and remain on the A3072, proceeding inland towards Red Post. At Red Post take the right hand turn onto the A395 signposted for Launceston. Follow the A395 for approximately 13 miles before taking a left hand turning signposted Darracott. Proceed along this lane for approximately 1 mile, where the lane leading to Beardon Cottage will be found on the right hand side.
Entrance Porch
5' 11" x 1' 11"
Living Room
19' 9" x 11' 7"
Office
11' 6" x 6' 3"
Kitchen/Dining Room
15' 9" x 10' 2"
Utility Room
9' 3" x 6' 4"
Built in storage cupboards.
Boot Room
7' 7" x 7' 5"
First Floor Landing
Built in cupboards offering storage and pressurised hot water cylinder.
Bedroom 1
12' 9" x 10' 4"
Study
7' 9" x 6' 9"
Ensuite Shower Room
9' 8" x 6' 0"
Bedroom 2
10' 5" x 8' 8"
Bedroom 3
11' 10" x 6' 11"
Family Bathroom
8' 6" x 8' 5"
Outside
The property is approached via a privately owned gravelled lane (with a right of way for one neighbouring property and a public footpath leading to Boyton), recently improved and leading to a generous parking area positioned to take advantage of elevated views across the gardens and surrounding countryside. Further parking is available adjacent to the property and within the grounds, providing ample space for multiple vehicles. The gardens and grounds extend to approximately 1.3 acres with the majority of the land located on the paddock directly opposite the cottage and are a particular feature of the property, offering a wonderful mix of formal gardens and more natural areas. Immediately surrounding the cottage are attractive lawned gardens interspersed with mature shrubs, planting and seating areas, ideal for outdoor enjoyment. A large greenhouse caters perfectly for keen gardeners, alongside a productive vegetable garden with established beds. The grounds also (truncated)
Services
Private Drainage with 'Klargester" biodigester. Private water via a Borehole. Mains Electricity. Thermal solar panels, Oil fired central heating and woodburner.
Planning
The vendors have had planning approved under Reference PA25/04886 with Cornwall Council for construction of single-storey ancillary extension to form boot room and sun room with associated alterations.
EPC
Rating TBC
Council Tax
Band E
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Particulars- 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: TBC
- PARKINGDetails of how and where vehicles can be parked, and any associated costs.Read more about parking in our glossary page.
- Driveway,Off street
- GARDENA property has access to an outdoor space, which could be private or shared.
- Yes
- 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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