4 bedroom bungalow for sale

A unique opportunity to acquire a property with breathtaking views of the Tamar Valley, looking down at Cotehele quay and Shamrock, the last Tamar sailing barge, in one direction and to the other, the stunning skyline produced by Calstock's 100 year old viaduct carrying the Plymouth branch line across the river Tamar. The property is located at the top of Sand Lane, on an enviable elevated position and has been renovated to a high standard making optimum use of natural light and the panoramic countryside views. It is a few minutes walk from Calstock station and the village centre, shop, post office and pub.Both the property and land have considerable development potential, possibly making use of existing out-buildings. The large orchard is also suitable for live stock grazing and/or additional cultivation.SummaryThe property comprises a detached dormer bungalow, built during the 1930's, with the dormer added by the previous owners in 1995. Cavity brick and block construction with rendered external elevations, under a slate roof, replaced in 2004. Spacious accommodation comprises:- new entrance porch/utility area constructed 2008, recently fitted kitchen, hall, dual aspect lounge with elevated dining area, veranda and balcony. 4 double bedrooms (smallest currently used as a study), bathroom with washbasin, wc and shower. The dormer bedroom has ensuite shower, wc, washbasin and dressing room. Partially floored loft space/storage area. All windows UPVC double glazed. Oil fired central heating system feeding thermostatically controlled radiators. Tarmaced front drive with room for 3 4 cars, large south facing rear garden with mature orchard of 30 fruit trees and large pond stocked with koi carp and illuminated fountain.

Entrance
Through attractive new UPVC double glazed utility area with stone tiled floor, views towards Calstock viaduct and river Tamar. Plumbing for washing machine, tumble drier. Through part glazed antique pine door into:-

Kitchen (14' 2'' x 9' 9'' (4.34m x 2.98m))
Stone tiled floor is continuation from utility area. Fully fitted with solid antique pine units set off with feature ornamental display corner shelving and glass fronted display cabinets. Attractive tiled surrounds. New roll top worktops with concealed lighting above, inset farm style white ceramic one and a half sink drainer unit and chrome mixer tap. The fridge and dishwasher are fitted into the units. A large larder space behind original dipped and stripped pitch pine door also houses the freezer. There is a useful breakfast bar with seating for 3 or 4. An electric Hygena double oven and hob are set into the original chimney brest. Sunken ceiling lights and dimmer switch, double radiator and multiple power points. Extractor fan. 7 day central heating controller inset in cupboard. Electric meter hidden in cupboard above display cupboards. Water stop cock under sink.

Hallway (18' 0'' x 10' 9'' (5.50m x 3.28m))
5.50m x 1.00 m / 18.04 ft x 3.28 ft (approx) Well presented access hallway with fitted carpet to hall, stairs and landing, sunken ceiling lights, dado rail, plaster coving, smoke detector and telephone point (BT). Double radiator, 2 x 13 amp power points. Leading off from hallway are Lounge/Dining area, bedrooms 1, 2 & 3 and bathroom.

Lounge/Diner (26' 0'' x 11' 8'' (7.94m x 3.56m))
A large, light, dual aspect split level room taking advantage of the stunning unobstructed river views. A glass panelled door leads out to a covered veranda, housing a wine fridge and sliding patio doors give access to the large elevated timber decking balcony, with outside lighting. There are also views to the side garden and terraced patios from the raised dining area. The original feature fire place now houses a very efficient Villager wood-burning stove on a natural stone hearth. The flue was recently relined. There are fitted bookshelves over a pine storage cupboard, 2 x feature picture display alcoves with wall mounted lights and dimmer switches. There is a striking alcove window seat with panoramic views across the river. The room is finished with plaster coving, dado rails, 3 x double radiators, multiple power points and a tv aerial point.

Bedroom 1 (10' 2'' x 7' 8'' (3.11m x 2.36m))
Entrance through original restored pitch pine door. Currently used as a study with double sofa bed. Broadband wireless router connected. Understair store cupboard behind a dipped pitch pine door. Wall mounted shelving, picture rail, plaster coving and double radiator. TV point and multiple power points. The only room in the house without a view!

Bedroom 2 (11' 11'' x 10' 4'' (3.65m x 3.16m))
Entrance through original restored pitch pine door. Good sized double bedroom with a picturesque outlook through the large UPVC double glazed window on to the orchard, pond and river Tamar. Sunken ceiling light, 2 wall lights, plaster coving, picture rail, built in wardrobes, cupboards and dressing table unit. Two radiators, tv point and multiple power points.

Bedroom 3 (13' 11'' x 8' 10'' (4.26m x 2.7m))
Entrance through original restored pitch pine door. Good sized double bedroom with splendid views through the large UPVC double glazed window on to the orchard and across the river Tamar. Feature period ceramic fireplace, now sealed and used as ornamental feature. Plaster coving, picture rail, two radiators, tv point and multiple power points.

Bathroom (10' 5'' x 4' 10'' (3.20m x 1.49m))
Family bathroom with pine panelled bath and recently fitted Mira thermostatic electric shower. Low level wc, wash hand basin, extractor fan and vanity cupboard with louvre doors. Walls are tiled and there is corner mounted shelving and a shaver point.

Bedroom 4 (13' 10'' x 11' 6'' (4.22m x 3.53m))
This master bedroom features both ensuite facilities and dressing room. A notable additional feature is access to the extensive, floored loft storage space running along the whole length of the house under the eaves of the roof. There are exceptionally commanding river views of all of the surrounding countryside. Fitted cupboards with louvre doors, fitted wardrobe with louvre doors, sunken ceiling spot lamps, plaster coving. Two double radiators, multiple power points, tv and telephone points.

En-suite
Low level wc, pedastel wash hand basin, walk in double shower unit and extractor fan. Fully tiled with back lit vanity surface and cupboards underneath. Shaver point.

Dressing Room (6' 10'' x 5' 4'' (2.10m x 1.65m))
Previously used as an additional study, now used for storage and hanging clothes.

Externally
Underneath the house is a cellar which measures 9.35m x 1.87m / 30.67ft x 6.13ft (approx). This is currently used as a wine cellar. It also houses the Worcester oil boiler and there is under-floor access to most of the house.There is approximately 1 acre of land, mostly grassed with a mature orchard of 30 fruit trees. The current owners produce their own cider and apple wine. The area has multi-aspect river views to all the surrounding countryside and viaduct. There are some feature raised beds and a pond stocked with koi carp and a fountain which illuminates at night. Well designed gravel paths, terracing and steps provide easy access.The area under the balcony has potential for further development. There are also two outbuildings which could be readily converted to a garden room, granny flat or holiday accommodation. There is also the remains of a stable which could be restored back to its original use. WorkshopFormerly the strawberry packing shed. 6.80m x 2.94m / 22.30ft x 9.64ftElectric power and lighting, panoramic views over the Tamar valley.Pigsty18.00m x 4.89m / 60.00ft x 16.04ft (approx)A large area with four bays, with a stainless steel sink in 1 bay. Currently used as a workshop, storage for garden machinery, a log store and a boat store. Electric power, light and water.ServicesMains water metered from sw Water. The property is not connected to mains sewerage but has its own septic tank, water bills are therefore very low. Electric from Scottish power online.Telephone line from BT. Large oil storage tank. (1300 litres)TenureFreehold, price to include all fitted carpets, curtains, some fitted kitchen appliances (by arrangement) and large new Husqvarna powered rotary grass cutter