A charming converted barn, finished to an impressive standard, in immaculate condition throughout. Rarely has such a well presented, generously proportioned four-bedroom home come to the market in such impeccable condition. This property has been tastefully decorated and originally constructed to a high standard which can only be fully appreciated through internal inspection.
The property briefly comprises; kitchen, open plan living space, cloakroom and utility whilst on on the lower ground floor, there are four bedrooms (two with en-suite bathrooms) and a family bathroom. Externally the property enjoys excellent parking and garaging, private lawn space, located in a community of similarly renovated barns and character period properties. On the entrance to the property there is a stone barn ripe for development or conversion with previous studio plans available upon request.
A wonderful rural, yet accessible location occupying an enviable position on the outskirts of the village of Lifton with it�s popular farm shop and easy access to the A30.
LOCATION
Lifton is a favoured village in West Devon close to the border with Cornwall. Nearby is access to the A30 dual carriageway spine road for the two Counties providing ease of travel westwards into Cornwall or eastwards to the City of Exeter with M5 motorway link, intercity rail link and international airport. Lifton has ease of access to the town�s of Launceston, Okehampton and Tavistock by good local roads. Within the village of Lifton is a range of amenities including village hall, church, post office / convenience store, doctor surgery, veterinary practice, popular public house, country hotel and a prize winning farm shop.
In all directions from the property there is scenery of outstanding natural beauty. To the north are the rugged coasts of North Cornwall and North Devon famed for surfing beaches and quaint former fishing villages. To the west are the wide open spaces of Bodmin Moor ideal for walking and riding. To the east is the Dartmoor National Park and running southwards to the stunning Plymouth Sound is the county boundary River Tamar steeped in 18th century mining history and renowned for salmon fishing.
Lifton 2 miles | Launceston 3 miles | Okehampton 17 miles | Plymouth 25 miles | Exeter 40 miles
ACCOMMODATION
Five slate steps lead up to: -
COVERED STORM PORCH
Timber stable door and large multi pane window leading into: -
KITCHEN
Multi pane double glazed window overlooking the rear and partially obscured, dual aspect, multi pane double glazed windows to the front and rear accompanied by slate windowsills. A custom fitted kitchen with high vaulted ceilings and exposed trusses, comprising of stone worksurfaces with matching suite of fitted units and centre island with Oak finished worktop. Space for a multi fuel gas and electric Range cooker, integrated fridge, undercounter dishwasher and inset single stainless-steel sink with mixer tap in addition to a further double stainless steel sink, mixer tap and draining area. Solid Oak flooring throughout, pendant light and directional spotlighting. Large loft hatch for additional storage, centrally heated radiator and further large upright convector radiator. Open archway and single step down into: -
OPEN PLAN LIVING SPACE
A beautiful triple aspect reception room spanning the full length of the barn with windows to front, rear and side, one with Juliette balcony having glazed balustrade. High vaulted ceilings exposed original trusses sat on granite corbels, continuation of solid Oak flooring with central focal feature log burning stove on tiled slate hearth with tiled backing and exposed flue. Three large radiators, T.V. point and three large pendant lights in addition to directional spotlighting. The room is split centrally with stairs to the lower floor having Oak balustrade surround which separates the dining area having space for large dining room furniture. In addition to a picture window to the front aspect, there is a slit window to the side and large double glazed French doors leading to the front of the property.
Accessed from the kitchen is a useful: -
HALL AREA
Continuation of solid Oak flooring, space for coat and boot storage with tiled surround. Door to: -
CLOAKROOM
Ceramic tiled flooring with electric under floor heating and extractor fan. Close coupled W.C., circular hand wash basin on stone tabletop with wall mounted mixer tap, wall lighting and matching splash backing.
UTILITY
Matching units to the kitchen with space and plumbing for washing machine and solid Oak worksurface with inset Butler sink and mixer tap. Space for coat and boot storage with recessed spotlighting and extractor fan in addition to underfloor heating and ceramic tiled floor.
The solid Oak staircase leads down from the living area to the: -
LOWER GROUND FLOOR HALLWAY
Sensor recessed spotlighting, carpeted throughout and independent thermostatic central heating controls. Centrally heated radiator and doors to all principal rooms.
MASTER SUITE DRESSING AREA
Step up from the lower hall leads into the master suite with excellent built-in Oak wardrobes with a plethora of shelving and hanging space. Automatic sensor, recessed spotlights, fully fitted carpet and door to: -
BEDROOM ONE
Dual aspect large double bedroom with window and double-glazed patio doors to the side. Feature panelling, wall lighting, recessed spotlighting, space for bedroom furniture, centrally heated radiator, T.V. point and fitted carpet.
EN-SUITE
Double glazed window to the side aspect. Ceramic tiled flooring with electric under floor heating. Close coupled W.C., bidet, free standing roll top bath with wall mounted mixer tap and countertop oval sink with wall mounted tap over on a stone table. Large level access walk-in shower, ceramic tiled splash backing and large shower screen. Centrally heated towel rail, shaver point, further wall lighting and extractor fan.
BEDROOM TWO
Excellent size double bedroom with double glazed window and French doors leading out to the rear garden. Centrally heated radiator, exposed granite corbel, high ceilings with recessed spotlighting, large under stair airing cupboard containing pressurised hot water cylinder and space for bedroom furniture. Further wall lighting with panel feature wall and door to: -
EN-SUITE
Ceramic tiled flooring with electric under floor heating. Close coupled W.C., oval sink with mixer tap over on stone table and large walk-in mixer shower with level access and large shower screen. Extractor fan, recessed spotlighting, feature granite corbel, centrally heated towel rail, shaver point and feature timber clad wall.
BEDROOM THREE
Good sized double bedroom with fitted carpet, central heating radiator, recessed spotlighting, T.V. point, exposed granite corbel and double glazed patio doors leading to the garden.
FAMILY BATHROOM
Double glazed window to the side with fitted blind. Feature timber clad wall with wall lights and additional recessed spotlighting. Extractor fan and ceramic tiled floor having electric under floor heating. Tiled enclosed bath with mixer shower and wall mounted taps over, close coupled W.C., electric shaver point and counter circular sink with wall mounted tap over sat on stone table.
BEDROOM FOUR
Further double bedroom currently used as an office with double glazed window to the rear aspect. Central heating radiator, recessed spotlighting, fitted carpet throughout, T.V. point and exposed granite corbel.
OUTSIDE
The property is approached via an unmade road with a five-bar gated entrance (please see Agents Note) where Dovecote itself enjoys a large gravel driveway with parking for multiple vehicles and further access to the principal garden.
The rear garden is chiefly laid to lawn of excellent size, predominantly level with raised top tier to enjoy the best of the aspect. Established Laurel hedging to one side, newly fitted fence to the rear and further Laurel planting to provide excellent screening (please see Agents Note).
Location of oil tank and gravelled steps leading down to the side of the property, where there is also the location of external oil-fired boiler for central heating and hot water and LPG gas bottles for the Range cooker hob.
LARGE DOUBLE GARAGE
Timber clad with two vehicular double opening garage doors.
LARGE WALK-IN LOG STORE
Outside electric point.
As you approach the property there is an additional: -
BARN
Stone and brick construction. Previously had planning to be converted to a gym / studio, currently used as a gym with pedestrian door at the gable end and window to the side. Excellent dry storage with box steel roof and holds further great potential should somebody be inclined to do so. Separate power and lighting.
The rear garden enjoys a post and rail fence surround with large gravel seating area having access to the bedrooms. Further lawn area and perennial tree planting giving extra further privacy to utilise the best of this wonderful south facing private garden space.
AGENTS NOTE�S
1. Please note when approaching the property through the first five bar gate with the house name �Dovecote�, this access road is within the ownership of Dovecote which leads up all the way to the second five bar gate where a neighbouring property begins. Three properties have a right of way over this track which includes New Barn behind, Part Lodge in front and _____ Barn beside which the property adjoins. This is both a vehicular and pedestrian right of way.
2. Please note the two large steel barns behind the property are to be removed before New Barn is occupied, further adding to the rear outlook.
3. Please note the gable end of New Barn is currently designed as such to face away from this particular property and will therefore not spoil privacy of the main garden. Current designs and elevations are available from both the Agents office and Cornwall Council website.
SERVICES
The property has a shared treatment plant for foul drainage. Mains water supply and mains electricity. Oil fired central heating.
COUNCIL TAX BAND
E
EPC RATING
D
DIRECTIONS
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From the A30 dual carriageway take the exit signed Lifton & Tavistock towards Liftondown. Follow signs into Liftondown then turn immediately left towards Holsworthy. Leave Liftondown on a narrow lane, following this road until you reach a left-hand bend, turning right into the driveway.
VIEWINGS
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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.
BOUNDARIES
Any purchaser shall be deemed to have full knowledge of all boundaries and neither vendor nor the vendor�s agents will be responsible for defining the boundaries or the ownership thereof. Should any dispute arise as to the boundaries or any points on the particulars or plans or the interpretation of them, the question shall be referred to the vendor�s agent whose decision acting as experts shall be final.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
Kivells, their clients and any joint agents give notice that: -
1. They are not authorised to make or give any representations or warranties in relation to the property either here or elsewhere, either on their own behalf or on behalf of their client or otherwise. They assume no responsibility for any statement that may be made in these particulars. These particulars do not form part of any offer or contract and must not be relied upon as statements or representations of fact.
2. Any areas, measurements or distances are approximate. The text, photographs and plans are for guidance only and are not necessarily comprehensive. It should not be assumed that the property has all necessary planning, building regulation or other consents and Kivells have not tested any services, equipment or facilities. Purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise.
Verified Material Information
Council tax band: E
Council tax annual charge: �2877.78 a year (�239.82 a month)
Tenure: Freehold
Property type: House
Property construction: Standard form
Electricity supply: Mains electricity
Solar Panels: No
Other electricity sources: No
Water supply: Mains water supply
Sewerage: Sewerage treatment plant
Heating: Central heating
Heating features: Underfloor heating, Wood burner, and Double glazing
Broadband: ADSL copper wire
Mobile coverage: O2 - Good, Vodafone - Good, Three - OK, EE - Good
Parking: Private, Garage, Driveway, and Gated
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
Coastal erosion risk: No
Planning permission issues: No
Accessibility and adaptations: None
Coal mining area: No
Non-coal mining area: Yes
Energy Performance rating: D
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