4Detached Bungalow
4Offered with NO ONWARD CHAIN an EXTENDED and WELL PRESENTED THREE DOUBLE bedroom DETACHED bungalow with self-contained ANNEXE. Set on generous plot of approx. ¼ of an acre with fabulous countryside views in a PEACEFUL rural yet accessible position backing onto fields, within the TAMAR VALLEY.
SITUATION AND DESCRIPTION
Offered with no onward chain, an extended and well-presented three double bedroom southwest facing detached bungalow with a self-contained one-bedroom annexe. Set on a generous plot of approximately ¼ of an acre, enjoying fabulous panoramic countryside views, and peacefully situated in a rural yet accessible location within the Tamar Valley a designated area of outstanding natural beauty. This lovely home has light and airy versatile accommodation, appealing to those looking for multi generation living, income potential, or just a large family residence. It benefits from attractive mature gardens, off road parking for multiple vehicles and is in easy reach of the village amenities of Gunnislake and the larger towns of Tavistock and Callington.
Gunnislake is situated alongside the river Tamar with a good range of shops and primary schools, and public houses. There is an excellent playing field nearby and walks abound. Gunnislake is approximately 20 miles by road from Plymouth and 5 miles from both Callington and Tavistock. There is a regular train service to Plymouth city centre and good bus service to both Tavistock and Callington.
You enter the main part of the bungalow through a wooden double-glazed front door and into a generous entrance hall with built in storage cupboard. The light and airy kitchen enjoys fabulous far-reaching views over the rear garden and the Tamar Valley beyond. The kitchen is fitted with a modern range of wall and base cabinets including built-in stainless-steel eye level ‘Zanussi’ double oven and grill with inset ‘AEG’ four-ring induction hob. A multi paned double-glazed door leads to the rear providing access to the patio and gardens. The large 24’ sitting/dining room is dual aspect with pleasant rural aspect to the front and the far-reaching views to the rear. This well-proportioned room has a feature stone open fireplace with a cast iron wood burning stove. Off the entrance hall is a useful utility/cloakroom, fitted with a white suite, and space and plumbing for an automatic washing machine and tumble dryer. There are three double bedrooms all enjoying pleasant rural aspects with the large bedroom benefitting from built in wardrobes. The main section of bungalow is served by a good-sized stylish family bathroom with laminate flooring and fitted with a four-piece white suite including a double ended bath and separate shower cubicle. The inner hall has extensive built-in storage cupboards and connects the main part of the bungalow to the annexe.
The self-contained annexe has an independent entrance to the side with a double glazed PVCu door leading into its entrance hall with access to loft space. The hub of the annexe is the large 21’ triple aspect kitchen/dining/living room enjoying a lovely aspect over the rear gardens and countryside beyond. The kitchen area is fitted with modern high gloss wall and base cabinets with built in ‘Bosch’ oven and grill with matching inset four-ring electric hob. There is space and plumbing for an automatic washing machine and upright fridge/freezer. Double glazed French doors open on to the patio and rear garden. The annexe bedroom is a double with aspect to the front and built-in bedroom furniture. The accommodation is completed with a good-sized modern shower room which is part tiled and fitted with a stylish white suite.
ACCOMMODATION
Reference made to any fixture, fittings, appliances, or any of the building services does not imply that they are in working order or have been tested by us. Purchasers should establish the suitability and working condition of these items and services themselves.
The accommodation, together with approximate room sizes, is as shown on the floorplan.
OUTSIDE
The property sits on a generous plot of approximately ¼ of an acre with attractive gardens which really compliment this lovely bungalow.
To the front double vehicular five bar gates open to a generous driveway which provides off-road parking for multiple vehicles. Gated pathways along both sides of the bungalow provide access to the rear gardens. The front garden enjoys a sunny southwest facing aspect, enclosed by wooden fencing and natural Cornish banks, and is laid to lawn with colourful borders.
The good-sized rear garden backs onto fields and enjoys the panoramic countryside and moorland views. Immediately to the rear and accessible via the main kitchen and annexe kitchen/dining/living room is a large, paved patio which provides a peaceful spot for outside dining and enjoying the garden and views beyond. There is access from here to the attached boiler/storeroom. Beyond the patio is an expanse of lawn interspersed with attractive flower beds and trees; to the rear of the garden are three raised boxes ideal for the growing of fruit and vegetables with a greenhouse measuring 6’ x6’ alongside. To one side of the garden is a useful wooden garden shed measuring approximately 8’ x 8’.
SERVICES
Mains water and electricity, private drainage, Oil fired central heating.
OUTGOINGS
We understand this property is in band 'D' for Council Tax purposes.
DIRECTIONS
Leave Tavistock via the A390 heading towards Callington and Cornwall. Pass over the River Tamar at Newbridge and continue up the hill to the village of Gunnislake. At the first set of traffic lights turn right into Chapel Street and continue up the hill, passing the primary school on the right-hand side. Continue to the top of Chapel Street and at the staggered crossroads, proceed straight ahead. After approximately 1/4 of a mile turn right onto Bittams where the property will be found shortly on the right-hand side as indicated by our 'For Sale' sign.
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