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Downgate, Callington, Cornwall

Key features

  • ONLY OVER 60s are eligible for the Home for Life from Homewise (incorporating a Lifetime Lease)
  • SAVINGS against the full price of this property typically range from 20% to 50% for a Lifetime Lease
  • Actual price paid depends on individuals’ age and personal circumstances (and property criteria)
  • Plan allows customers to purchase a % share of the property value (UP TO 50%) to safeguard for the future
  • CALL for a PERSONALISED QUOTE or use the CALCULATOR on the HOMEWISE website for an indicative saving
  • The full listed price of this property is £500,000

Description

OVER 60s can secure this property with a HOME FOR LIFE from HOMEWISE

Through the Home for Life Plan from Homewise, those AGED 60 OR OVER can purchase a Lifetime Lease and a share of the property value to safeguard for the future. The cost to purchase the Lifetime Lease is always less than the full market value.
OVER 60S customers typically save between from 20% To 50%*.

Home for Life Plan guide price for OVERS 60s: The Lifetime Lease price for this property is £335,000 based on an average saving of 33%.

Market Value Price: £500,000


The price you pay will vary according to your age, personal circumstances and requirements and will be adjusted to include any percentage of the property you wish to safeguard. The plan allows customers to purchase a share of the property value (UP TO 50%) to safeguard for the future.


For an indication of what you could save, please use our CALCULATOR on the HOMEWISE website.
Please CALL for more information or a PERSONALISED QUOTE.
Please note: Homewise DO NOT own this property and it is not exclusively for sale for the over-60s.
It is being marketed by Homewise as an example of a property that is currently for sale which could be purchased using a Home For Life Lifetime Lease.
If you are not OVER 60 or would like to purchase the property at the full market value of £500,000, please contact the estate agent Bradleys.

PROPERTY DESCRIPTION
Countryside living at its best is afforded at this gorgeous 3 bedroom reverse-level barn conversion boasting endless character & charm throughout, & rolling rural views. Having been sympathetically extended by the current owners, the versatile accommodation offers a perfect blend of contemporary & period features & scope for an integral three roomed annexe if required

. Idyllically tucked away, being accessed over a long driveway with cattle grid and surrounded by fields on three sides, the property has parking for multiple vehicles plus a timber garage, timber workshop and single storey stone outbuilding suitable for a variety of uses currently used as an office/hobbies room. From the lawned two tier front garden, a footbridge gives access to the first-floor accommodation where you will find a sizable south/west facing balcony to the rear ideal for al fresco dining whilst enjoying the views beyond and sunsets. Also at the rear is an easily maintained, cottage garden, a walled kitchen garden with raised bed, a convenient wood store and a timber workshop.

. A footbridge from the garden leads to ...

. Wooden multi-paned front door, with half storm door, and matching side panel, giving access directly into the first floor accommodation.

Dining Room A dual-aspect room with Gothic style multi-paned windows with deep slate sills to the front and rear elevations, another similar door giving access to the west-facing balcony from where views and sunsets over the surrounding countryside can be fully enjoyed. The walls are of whitewashed stonework with one feature wall being exposed stone. The ceiling has ornamental beams .Stairs lead down to the ground floor. The two radiators are of cast iron and there is a feature recess glasses cabinet and red brick bottle storage beneath. Wall mounted consumer unit. Uncertified electric Nuvelle Rayburn range.

Kitchen Comprising a range of base- and wall-mounted units, solid oiled wooden working surfaces, tiled splash-backs, deep porcelain sink with mixer tap, under unit lighting to wall-mounted cupboards, space for LPG cooker with extractor hood over, wall-mounted Worcester Bosch LPG fired central heating boiler, wall-mounted cupboard with recess for microwave, under counter space and plumbing for dishwasher and space for a fridge. There is a hatch to the loft void, and three ceiling spotlights.

Sitting Room This cosy dual-aspect room has Gothic style leaded light windows with deep slate sills to the front and rear. There is a slate hearth with cast iron ornamental fire surround and multi-fuel log burner with recesses, either side, for log storage. There is exposed natural stonework to this wall, another two being whitewashed stone and a wall featuring beamed panelling. There are exposed ceiling beams, wooden floorboards and two cast iron radiators.

Ground Floor Hallway The stairs give access to the inner hallway. Timber panelled latched doors off give access to two bedrooms. There are two radiators, ornamental ceiling beams, partial wood panelling to a wall and stairs, smooth ceiling. A wooden multi-paned door gives access to the front garden and a pine panelled door to the Shower Room. Hanging space for coats.

Bedroom Two Dual-aspect with Gothic style leaded light windows with timber window shutters and tiled window sills to the side and front, with window seat below. Exposed ceiling beam, radiator, recessed wardrobe with rail for curtain.

Bedroom Three Dual aspect with Gothic style leaded light windows with fitted timber shutters and tiled window sills to the front and side. Radiator, exposed ceiling beam.

Shower Room Automatic light, fully tiled shower enclosure with mains rainfall shower and attachment, shower hand rail, close-coupled WC, bidet, wash basin with waterfall tap and cupboards below, wall-mounted mirror fronted cabinet, vertical electric towel rail/radiator, wood-effect flooring, wall extractor.

Rear Hall Connecting to the ground floor extension with partially exposed stonework. Solid timber flooring, smooth ceiling, oak doors to the dual-access shower room and master bedroom.

Master Bedroom The wide uPVC double glazed French-style doors give views and access to the rear garden, a small uPVC double glazed window is to the side. This room has a lovely high ceiling, solid reclaimed French oak timber flooring, contemporary vertical radiator, smooth ceiling with central light and a feature wall of exposed stonework with wall lights. An oak door leads to the ensuite shower room.

Dual Access Shower Room Full width shower enclosure with wall mounted electric shower unit, fully tiled to shower area, uPVC semi-obscured double glazed window to the rear, white close-coupled WC, wash basin with waterfall tap and cupboards below, wall-mounted mirror-fronted cabinet, vertical towel rail/radiator with electric element for summer use, wood-effect flooring, smooth ceiling. Wiring for electric wall heater and shaver socket etc.

Utility Room/Boot Room Having uPVC double glazed windows to the rear garden, uPVC wooden multi-paned door with inset mat well giving access out to the side, a wall of exposed stonework, solid timber flooring. Fitted with all services for a complete kitchen eg: gas/electric cooker, fridge, freezer, washing machine, dishwasher extractor fans, etc. This room is currently being used as a Utility/Boot room. Kitchen base cupboards, roll-edged work surface with inset stainless steel sink with drainer, mixer tap, plumbing and spaces for washing machine and tumble dryer. Room for upright appliances. Wall-mounted consumer unit, smooth ceiling with down lighters, wall extractor. High-power instant water heater under sink.

Outside The entrance to the property is via a short single track private driveway, leading to a gravelled parking area for multiple vehicles. Here, there is access to the timber garage and LPG tank. Two timber five-bar gates give access to the Studio and front garden. To the right of the garage a wooden gate gives access to the rear garden, back door, workshop and balcony. To the front of the Studio there is an alfresco dining area with pergola and mature grape vine providing shade over, there is also an ornamental hand pump and water barrel. A side gate gives access to the rear garden and backdoor. Opposite the lower front door granite steps lead up to the lawned front garden and first floor accommodation.

Front Garden Surrounded by fields on three sides this garden is set on two levels, lawned with plant beds and mature shrubs, bushes and trees. Under the trees there is a large granite bench and staddle stones are set in the lawn. To the north of the house there is a small potting shed and adjacent compost bins. Stone steps lead to the upper level and the footbridge to the upper front door.

Rear Garden To one side there is a covered log store and a Mediterranean style walled veg/herb garden with raised bed. Outside tap and porcelain sink. Access to Workshop. Solid wooden steps rise up to the balcony. Hidden behind trellising is the low-maintenance cottage garden with gravelled pathways and plant beds. Decking style steps give access to the master bedroom.

Balcony Accessed directly from the Kitchen/Dining room the large balcony is convenient for outside dining and socialising. Being south/west facing it benefits from the full afternoon sun and spectacular sunsets. There is plenty of room for table, chairs, BBQ, parasol etc. A stainless steel and glass balustrade and artificial grass make maintenance easy. Outside power socket.

Workshop Three fluorescent striplights, sockets, space for work benches/racking.

Garage Accessed via double opening doors and side door. Fully fitted with sink, workbench, cupboards with worktop and shelving and wood storage. Sealed concrete floor. Benefiting from its own consumer unit there are numerous power points and three LED fluorescent strip-lights. Two side windows.

Studio/Office This former car barn offers tremendous potential for multiple uses. Featuring ornamental ceiling beams, wooden floorboards, wooden framed double glazed multi-paned windows to the front, three single glazed multi paned windows to the rear and side. A consumer unit provides light and power. Wall mounted air conditioner/heater heat pump. There is roof-mounted dovecote with copper cockerel wind vane.

Agents Notes Services - Mains water and electricity. Private drainage (last emptied and cost TBC). Tenure -Freehold. Local Authority - Cornwall Council. Council Tax Band - D.



The information provided about this property does not constitute or form part of an offer or contract, nor may be it be regarded as representations. All interested parties must verify accuracy and your solicitor must verify tenure/lease information, fixtures & fittings and, where the property has been extended/converted, planning/building regulation consents. All dimensions are approximate and quoted for guidance only as are floor plans which are not to scale and their accuracy cannot be confirmed. Reference to appliances and/or services does not imply that they are necessarily in working order or fit for the purpose. Suitable as a retirement home.

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Downgate, Callington, Cornwall

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  • Gunnislake Station4.0 miles
  • Calstock Station4.9 miles
  • Bere Alston Station5.7 miles
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Homewise, Covering Devon

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Homewise, Covering Devon

Homewise is a family-run business and we have been helping people to find the right property for their needs for over 50 years. While our office is based in West Sussex, we help home-movers throughout England & Wales the country with our exclusive Home for Life Plan.

This plan incorporates the purchase of a Lifetime Lease which enables those aged 60 and over to secure their next property for less than the market value. By purchasing a Lifetime Lease, our customers benefit from paying a

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