4 bedroom detached house for sale

A charming former signalman’s cottage, available to the market for the first time with no onward chain. Set in a unique position on the renowned Camel Trail and nestled within established gardens, this characterful home benefits from 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 reception rooms, conservatory, 1/3 acre gardens, double garage and private parking. EPC: E

Situation - Railway Cottage is uniquely located at the Boscarne Junction where the trainline ran along what is now the Camel Trail from Wenford Bridge to Wadebridge and on to the picturesque fishing town of Padstow. The property is within close proximity to the River Camel which offers excellent fishing opportunities. Half a mile away is Nanstallon, a popular village with a primary school and community hub. Within 3 miles by vehicle or 1 mile along the Camel Trail is the historic town of Bodmin which offers an extensive range of shopping, schooling and leisure facilities. Numerous popular beaches are within easy reach, with the North Cornish coast just 12 miles away. Bodmin Parkway is 6.5 miles from the property with mainline rail services to London Paddington via Plymouth.

Description - A charming former signalman’s cottage, available to the market for the first time. Nestled within established gardens, this characterful home is in need of some updating but has been lovingly extended and enhanced over the years to provide a spacious and versatile family residence. Occupying a delightful position on the Camel Trail and offered for sale with no onward chain, the property has remained the family home for 90 years with ownership for almost 60 years, an increasingly rare opportunity.

The Property - The accommodation is accessed via a welcoming entrance porch, leading into a hallway and through to the principal reception spaces. The dual-aspect sitting room and separate dining room are both of excellent proportions and feature attractive stone fireplaces. The kitchen/breakfast room offers a comprehensive range of base units, a sink, pantry cupboard, and ample space for appliances and a dining table, ideal for family living. A practical utility room with built-in shelving, sink, and appliance space adds to the functionality of the home, while the conservatory enjoys views across the beautifully maintained gardens. A cloakroom completes the ground floor accommodation.

Stairs rise to the first floor comprising of four double bedrooms, along with two shower rooms, a generous airing cupboard, and a flexible office space, equally suited to use as a dressing room or walk-in wardrobe, depending on requirements.

Outside - The property is approached via a private lane with right of way access leading to a driveway providing parking for multiple vehicles. This in turn gives access to a substantial double garage, with power connected, offering excellent storage or workshop potential. Attached to the garage is a traditional stone-built shed/log store, currently housing the oil-fired boiler.

The tiered gardens are a true feature of the property, beautifully landscaped and predominantly laid to lawn, interspersed with a delightful variety of mature shrubs, trees and flower beds. The gardens run alongside the renowned Camel Trail, making the most of this idyllic location. Two useful corrugated garden stores are also situated within the grounds, providing further storage along with a wooden shed which was a former railway hut.

Services - Mains water and electricity. Oil fired central heating and private drainage via a septic tank. Broadband availability: Ultrafast. Mobile Phone Coverage: Voice and Data. (Broadband and mobile information via Ofcom). Please note that the agents have not inspected or tested these services.

Viewings - Strictly by appointment with the vendors appointed agents, Stags[use Contact Agent Button]

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