Hodders Way, Cargreen, PL12

A rare opportunity to embrace life beside the River Tamar, with breathtaking valley views, beautifully proportioned living space and a wonderfully peaceful setting in one of South East Cornwall's most appealing waterside villages.

There are homes where the location is simply part of the address, and others where it shapes the entire experience of living there. Set within the peaceful riverside village of Cargreen, this rarely available two-bedroom home very much belongs in the latter category, enjoying an exceptional outlook across the tidal waters of the River Tamar and the rolling countryside beyond.

For those contemplating a change of pace, perhaps moving on from a larger family home once the children have flown the nest, the property presents a particularly attractive proposition. There is enough space to welcome family and friends, yet without the upkeep associated with a substantial country property, while its waterside surroundings offer the opportunity to enjoy an altogether quieter way of life.

Presented in truly immaculate condition throughout, the house is ready for a new owner to move straight into and immediately enjoy, with no requirement for any immediate updating or improvement. The house has been cleverly arranged over two floors using a reverse-level design, allowing its principal living accommodation to take full advantage of the remarkable setting.

Occupying much of the first floor is an impressive sitting and dining room extending to approximately 24ft. Generous proportions provide ample space for separate sitting and dining areas, making this an inviting room both for quiet evenings at home and entertaining visiting family and friends.

Windows and rooflights draw the landscape into the room, with views stretching across the River Tamar and surrounding valley. An open fireplace provides a natural focal point and adds warmth and character during the cooler months.

The adjoining kitchen/breakfast room provides a practical everyday space with room for informal dining, while its position alongside the main reception room creates a sociable arrangement that works particularly well for modern living. A separate cloakroom completes the first-floor accommodation.

Downstairs, the principal bedroom is a generous double room with its own ensuite shower room and French doors opening directly onto the garden, creating a lovely connection with the outside space and river beyond.

The second bedroom is also a comfortable double, providing excellent accommodation for visiting family or friends, while equally lending itself to use as a study or additional sitting room if required. A separate family bathroom and useful utility room complete the ground floor.

Outside, the enclosed garden has been arranged with ease of maintenance in mind, incorporating areas for sitting and relaxing while allowing the exceptional surroundings to remain the star of the show. From here, the outlook across the water and Tamar Valley provides an ever-changing backdrop, from boats making their way along the river to changing tides, weather and seasons.

A garage provides useful parking and storage, approached across the attractive shared courtyard serving this small collection of homes.

A Waterside Way of Life

Cargreen occupies a particularly attractive position on the Cornish banks of the River Tamar, surrounded by countryside and with a strong connection to the water.

The nearby yacht club reinforces that relationship with the river and makes the location particularly appealing to those with an interest in sailing or boating, while the surrounding lanes, countryside and riverside scenery provide countless opportunities to simply enjoy the landscape.

Despite its wonderfully peaceful atmosphere, the village remains well placed for everyday life. Saltash provides a broad range of shops and amenities, while Plymouth is accessible for a wider selection of shopping, leisure, cultural and transport connections.

It is this balance that makes the property particularly compelling. You can retreat to somewhere that feels distinctly removed from the pace of city life without becoming completely isolated from everything you need.

For a couple looking towards the next chapter of their lives, this could be a particularly rewarding place to call home: manageable enough to lock the door and travel when desired, spacious enough to accommodate visiting family and, above all, positioned somewhere that makes returning home feel rather special.

Equally, its distinctive waterside location and manageable proportions could make it an appealing second home or private Cornish retreat.

Properties in settings such as this seldom become available. Ultimately, the attraction here extends far beyond the house itself; it is the opportunity to wake each day beside the Tamar, watch the river change with the tides and enjoy a quieter pace of life in one of the area's most memorable waterside settings.

Rear Garden

Amazing views over the river Tamar

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