5 bedroom house

OPEN MOORLAND 1 MILE, LISKEARD 6 MILES, LAUNCESTON 10 MILES, LOOE AND THE BEACH 14 MILES BY INFORMAL TENDER - Close to the edge of the romantic landscape of Bodmin Moor, a handsome detached Cornish farmhouse offering versatile accommodation with self contained cottage annexe and various outbuildings including studio, static caravan, camping field and stables. MAIN HOUSE - 3 Double Bedrooms - COTTAGE ANNEXE - 2 Double Bedrooms, Swimming Pool, Paddock with Wildlife Pond and permission for 3 x tepee tents. About 2.5 Acres. 

METHOD OF SALE The property is offered for sale by informal tender (unless sold prior). The highest or any bid not necessarily accepted. Offers should be made in writing (preferably by email) to - please telephone us to confirm that you have submitted a tender.

Offers should be for a fixed amount and include the following information - 1 - name, address, contact number and email, 2 - offer (figure should be for a fixed amount), 3 - particulars of financial arrangements i.e. if cash then proof of funds or mortgage agreement in principle and proof of deposit, 4 - anticipated timeline for exchange and completion.

The closing date for tenders is 12 noon on Wednesday 15th September 2021 - PLEASE NOTE OUR CLIENT RESERVES THE RIGHT TO BRING THIS DATE FORWARD WITHOUT NOTICE.

Buyers should note that there are unfinished elements of the property and therefore cash buyers are preferred. 

LOCATION In an enviable setting on the eastern foothills of Bodmin Moor, this setting is awash with scenic beauty and an abundance of wildlife. From the property one can observe stunning views over the beautiful countryside of South East Cornwall. Bodmin Moor has been designated an International Dark Sky Landscape with recent light readings showing the quality of the night sky over the moor as among the best in the world, Little Upton Farm lies within the 2 mile buffer zone of this designated area. The wide expanse of Bodmin Moor is easily accessible and provides excellent opportunities for equestrians and those with outdoor interests.

The property is situated on the outskirts of the popular village of Upton Cross, with amenities including a renowned primary school (rated "outstanding" by Ofsted) and a bus route which links the towns of Liskeard and Launceston. Nearby is the Caradon Inn public house and the internationally renowned Sterts open air theatre. Liskeard provides access to a substantial array of amenities including a main line railway station (Plymouth to London Paddington 3 hours).

The University city of Plymouth is easily accessible and boasts a comprehensive range of premier retail outlets, entertainment and dining establishments set against the back drop of the historic waterside areas of The Hoe and the Barbican.

In addition the renowned St Mellion International Golf Resort and the South Cornish Coast at Whitsand Bay is within easy driving distance. The wide expanse of Bodmin Moor with notable features including The Cheesewring and the Hurlers are within walking distance, with open moorland accessible only about 1 mile from the property.  

DESCRIPTION Little Upton Farm comprises a detached classic Cornish Farmhouse which has been improved and renovated in recent years and blends contemporary and traditional features to provide a warm and comfortable family home. The accommodation is versatile with the ability for multi-generational living and/or home with holiday letting income or home with ample work from home/studio space. In addition the land (with permission for use as a camping field for three units) presents opportunities for those with equestrian or smallholding interests. The Cottage Annexe is currently tenanted under an Assured Shorthold Tenancy and it is anticipated that the property will be sold with that tenancy in place.

FARMHOUSE - oil fired central heating and craftsman built hardwood double glazed windows - GROUND FLOOR - Porch - Kitchen/Dining Room - Sitting Room with wood burner - FIRST FLOOR - 3 Double Bedrooms - Bath/Shower Room - SECOND FLOOR - Attic Room.

COTTAGE ANNEXE - oil fired central heating - GROUND FLOOR - Living Room - Kitchen/Dining Room - Garden Room - FIRST FLOOR - 2 Double Bedrooms - Bathroom.

The property has mains water and private water (switchable) together with private drainage. 

OUTSIDE A gravelled courtyard (with right of way over in favour of next door cottage) provides ample parking. There are various garden areas with established shrub beds. To the rear there is a swimming pool (requires a new liner) heated by an air source heat pump. The pool area has a generous paved surround with outstanding views and a canopied bar/outside kitchen providing fabulous entertaining space.

There are various outbuildings briefly comprising - Studio/Annexe with open plan Living Room/Kitchen and Bedroom with Ensuite Shower/WC and Dressing Room - Workshop - Outbuilding divided as Camping Toilet, Camping Kitchen and Camping Shower Room together with Woodstore - Static Caravan - Stable Block divided into 3 Loose Boxes and Tack Room - Summer House - Field Shelter.

The land extends to about 2.5 acres predominantly pasture and with a wonderful wildlife pond. Within the field there is a small private sewage system recently installed to serve the neighbouring new properties (six), the adjoining small development of Little Upton Court have access for maintenance and servicing purposes only.

Camping - the land benefits from planning permission granted 21st June 2012 for "Change of use of field for use as a campsite for 3 'ti-pi' style tents positioned on timber-decked areas" the application number is PA12/03189. 

EPC RATING - HOUSE - E - COTTAGE - D  

DIRECTIONS Using Sat Nav - Postcode PL14 5AZ

Marketed by: Scott Parry Associates, Cornwall