4 bed detached house for sale

Launcells, Bude, Cornwall EX23

An exceptional opportunity to acquire a beautifully presented and characterful detached grade II listed cottage, occupying a generous plot in a convenient position.

Red Post Cottage is an attractive thatched home with a wealth of original features including exposed beams, an inglenook-style fireplace with wood-burning stove and deep-set cottage windows, all of which combine to create a warm and inviting living environment.

The accommodation is well-proportioned and versatile, with the ground floor comprising a particularly spacious open-plan living/dining room, ideal for both everyday living and entertaining, alongside a well-appointed kitchen offering ample worktop and storage space, with access through to a separate breakfast room. In addition, there is a useful study/home office and a convenient ground floor cloakroom.

To the first floor, the property offers three bedrooms, including a generous principal bedroom with en-suite facilities, complemented by a family bathroom serving the remaining bedrooms.

Externally, the property occupies a generous and well-maintained plot, with a large enclosed garden predominantly laid to lawn, offering an ideal space for outdoor dining, entertaining or family use. A paved seating area adjoins the property, while additional features include a useful outbuilding and a traditional well, adding further character to the setting. To the front, there is off-road parking accessed via a gated entrance.

Red Post Cottage enjoys a convenient position with easy access to the nearby coastal town of Bude and the market town of Holsworthy, offering a wide range of shops, amenities and leisure facilities, as well as the stunning North Cornish coastline with its renowned beaches and coastal walks.

The property is situated only about 1.5 miles from the village of Bridgerule which offers traditional amenities including a popular local Inn, Church, Chapel and Primary School. The market town of Holsworthy is some 5.5 miles distant offering local and national shops, together with many amenities including regular bus services, library, park, doctors surgery, theatre, indoor heated swimming pool, sports hall, health centre, popular weekly market, schools, bowling green, golf course, etc. The coastal resort of Bude with its safe sandy surfing beaches is some 4 miles with a further extensive range of shopping, schooling and recreational facilities, together with its popular 18-hole golf course and fully equipped leisure centre.

Directions
From Bude town centre proceed out of the town along Stratton Road, and upon reaching the A39 turn left signposted Bideford, and then take the right hand turning onto the A3072. Proceed down into the centre of Stratton and through the village, heading towards Red Post, turn right signposted Launceston and take the next left into the layby. Whereupon Red Post Cottage will be found with a Bond Oxborough Phillips sign clearly displayed

Entrance Hall (7' 0" x 9' 4")

Study (7' 0" x 8' 3")

Kitchen (7' 10" x 31' 6")

Living/Dining Room (12' 10" x 28' 10")

Breakfast Room (15' 5" x 14' 11")

WC (5' 4" x 6' 1")

First Floor Landing

Bedroom 1 (12' 4" x 10' 6")

En-Suite (6' 11" x 4' 11")

Bedroom 2 (8' 1" x 13' 1")

Bedroom 3 (9' 8" x 8' 4")

This bedroom is currently set up as a utility room.

Bathroom (4' 6" x 10' 2")

Outside

The property occupies a generous and well-maintained plot. To the front, a gated entrance provides access to additional off-road parking, with a paved area leading to the main entrance.
The gardens are a particular feature of the property, being predominantly laid to lawn and enclosed by fencing, creating a safe and usable outdoor space ideal for families, pets or entertaining. Adjoining the property is a paved patio area, perfectly suited for outdoor dining and relaxing.
Within the garden there is a useful timber storage shed and a charming traditional well, adding character and interest to the setting.

Council Tax

Band D.

EPC

Rating D.

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