The Butts, Fore Street, Boscastle, Cornwall, PL35

A wonderfully unique Grade II listed cottage in need of an upgrade throughout which is coming to the market for the first time in over 60 years. Detached two reception, two bedroom period dwelling of stone and slate construction retaining many of its original features throughout set within lawns with richly planted shrubs and fruit trees, streamside woodland and grounds comprising 1.453 acres. Approached from a private access lane the property benefits from a range outside sheds, garage / workshop, stable / shed and greenhouse. The property offers huge potential to those who are looking for a renovation project in a tranquil position.


Situation    Boscastle is flanked by National Trust cliff scenery, family beaches and quaint former fishing harbours. From Tintagel to Bossiney, Trebarwith to Strangles and Crackinton Haven there is rock pooling, sandy beaches, dramatic coastal walking / kayaking or surfing and cliff top tennis courts at Crackington Haven.

In all directions from Boscastle there is further scenery of outstanding natural beauty. To the west is the lovely estuarine landscape of the Camel Valley flanked by nationally renowned resorts such as Polzeath, Rock, Daymar Bay and Padstow. To the south are the wild open spaces of Bodmin Moor ideal for walking and riding and to the south east running southwards to Plymouth Sound with all its yachting facilities is the hidden Tamar Valley steeped in 18th Century mining history and known for Salmon fishing.

Boscastle provides a range of daily facilities including doctors surgery, public house and petrol filling station all within easy walking distance together with a range of small shops and hospitality establishments tapping into the significant tourism attraction to Boscastle and the immediate surrounding area during the summer season.

A full range of social, commercial and shopping facilities are available at Launceston which is some 18 miles. Launceston also provides access to the A30 dual carriageway spine road for Cornwall and Devon with the city of Exeter some 42 miles beyond providing M5 motorway link, international airport and intercity rail link.

Accomodation    Wooden entrance door to:-

Dining Room    Window to the front elevation with wooden window seat. Exposed beams and stone work. Rayburn inset into fireplace with wooden surround and tiled floor. Stairs rising to first floor with under stair storage cupboard.

Kitchen    Dual aspect with window to the front elevation and two windows to the side. Base units with work surface over and inset stainless steel sink. Built-in wooden dresser, wood panelled alcove with gas hob, shelf above and storage below. Door into:-

Utility Room    Belfast sink with tap. Tiled flooring. Electric connected. Stable door leading to outside.

From the dining room stairs rise to:-

First Floor Landing    Velux window, loft hatch and access to airing cupboard. Doors to all rooms.

Bathroom    Low level W.C, bath with separate taps, vanity wash hand unit with mixer taps and mirror to the side all with tiled surrounds. Airing cupboard housing hot water tank.

Conservatory    Dual aspect with window and door on each side. Polycarbonate sheet roof. Radiator.

Bedroom One    A double room with window to the front elevation having window seat, exposed beams, radiator, Velux window and small window to the side with shelf. Loft hatch.

Bedroom Two    Window to the front elevation, Velux window, feature wooden fireplace and radiator.

Outside    Access to the property is via a private access track off Butts Lane, the track leads down to the property and is welcomed by a running stream with Weeping Willow tree and a good size parking area. Areas of garden wrap around the whole of the property being laid to lawn for ease of maintenance.   To the front a small stone paved patio area is bordered by mature shrubs and low stone wall. To the right of the property a path leads you to a small pedestrian bridge crossing the stream providing access to a woodland area. To the left of the property there are well established fruit trees including Plums, Apple and Pear with a small tranquil woodland area giving access to a wooden pedestrian bridge across the running stream. Access to:-

Outbuildings    Two Single Garages
Both with up and over door and electric connected.

Two Lean-to Stores
Wooden construction with window to the side elevations.

Aluminium framed Greenhouse
Accessed from the front of the property up a small path looking over the house.

Timber Framed Summerhouse
Accessed from the front of the property up a small path looking over the house.

Please Note    A footpath comes down alongside the house from the river up through the access track.

The Land    The extent of the land is as shown on the enclosed Promap for identification purposes only.

Individual Private Grave    Please note: within the gardens the former owner of 86 years, Mr Stedman is buried. The property will be sold subject to rights for friends and family of the deceased to visit the grave upon service of 21 days notice in writing.

Services    Mains water and mains electricity. Private drainage. Central heating is by oil fired Rayburn.

Council Tax Band    D

EE Rating    F

Agents Note    Please note, the access lane is very narrow therefore, we recommend you do not drive down to the property. Instead, park on Fore Street or outside the Doctor’s surgery where there is off street parking available. Proceed to Butts Lane to access the property. To those who aren’t accustom to using the lane there is a risk of one scratching their vehicle on the stone walls down to the property.