7 bedroom detached house for sale

Welcome to Glen Silva Farm, an exceptional lifestyle and investment property nestled in the heart of the picturesque Lynher Valley, on the rural outskirts of the village of Pensilva. This stunning estate offers not only a secluded slice of rural paradise but also a highly successful, turnkey holiday letting business. The house and cottage were built in 2004 & 2006 respectively and both face south offering plenty of natural light and have been designed to make the most of the incredible views. Ring fenced by 23 acres of private land the estate sits privately well away from the road and our of sight of the neighbouring properties, the owners of which have become good friends. Sivel Wood, the land to the front of the property offers 13 acres of woodland bordered to the south by a pretty stream with a small waterfall. The owners have created two circular walks through the grounds which lead past the workings of an 1857 silver mine. To the north and east of the houses are 8 acres of fenced pasture which our clients have used to graze sheep. Our clients have created a stunning elevated, covered viewing platform which benefits from a wood burner offering a superb al-fresco dining area with incredible views. The main home consists of three main living areas. A very well presented eat-in kitchen with a range of floor and wall mounted shaker style cabinets wrapping around a central island. There is a built in oven, microwave, dishwasher and ceramic hob in addition to the two-oven Aga. Double french doors lead out to the front. A good sized dining room offers plenty of space for entertaining and has a glazed bay with french doors providing plenty of natural light. The adjacent sitting room has a wood burner on a slate hearth with a granite lintel. Adjoining this room is an office or fourth bedroom with dual aspect windows. Each of the principal reception rooms are similar in size, an architectural element that is repeated upstairs with three double bedrooms all of which have similar dimensions. The master bedroom on the west side has a walk in wardrobe and en-suite and accesses a private balcony - as does the bedroom at the opposite end of the house. There is a family bathroom upstairs and a cloakroom downstairs off the large utility room which is adjacent to the kitchen. The estate boasts three beautifully appointed, highly lucrative holiday lets with a proven track record of five-star reviews. Each property has been thoughtfully positioned to ensure total privacy for guests, complete with their own secluded outdoor spaces including hot tubs. Christmas Cottage: A stunning, reverse-level house built in 2006 that comfortably sleeps four. The ground floor features two double bedrooms and a family bathroom. Upstairs, a stylish, triple-aspect open-plan living, dining, and kitchen area is flooded with natural light. Two Juliet balconies offer elevated, sweeping views across the valley. Sivel Cottage: Flawlessly converted from an old farm workshop, this property offers an open plan kitchen/living room with a log burner. The double bedroom has an in-room part-sunken bath and an en-suite shower room. "We Two" (The Shepherd’s Hut): Adds a touch of boutique glamping to the portfolio, this charming, self-contained shepherd's hut offers a cosy and unique escape. Finally, the property also benefits from a 3 bay open fronted barn of approx 5400sq.ft. which has previously been used for stabling. Glen Silva Farm represents a rare chance to acquire a beautiful home with a thriving, income-generating holiday business. Within private grounds suitable for equestrian use or a small holding, or simply as a private rural retreat for a multi-generation family. SURROUNDING AREA The property is situated on the crest of a beautiful valley just outside the village of Pensilva overlooking 13 acres of private woodland and with 8 acres of paddocks. “Our woodlands are a haven for wildlife, we have Roe deer, badgers, foxes, owls, buzzards and many varieties of woodland and garden birds. We are surrounded by open farmland so it is very peaceful and tranquil.” The Lynher Valley is an area of of great landscape value in East Corwall located between two Area’s of Outstanding Natural Beauty - Bodmin Moor and the Tamar Valley. The village is situated approximately mid-way between the towns of Callington and Liskeard, each being approximately 5 miles distant and catering for most day to day needs, containing shops, medical centre, library, junior and secondary schools, public houses and restaurants. There is a primary school in the village as well as nearby Upton Cross. Tavistock (14 miles) and Plymouth (20 miles) are both readily accessible and offer further amenities. To the north lies Bodmin Moor, a large expanse of wild countryside offering excellent walks and riding amidst glorious unspoiled scenery. The property sits midway between the north and south coasts. To the north, Tintagel, Port Isaac, Padstow and Bude are great places to explore while to the south is Looe, Polperro, Fowey and the Rame Peninsula. A main line railway station connects Liskeard with London Paddington while Exeter airport and train station are just over an hour away allowing a commute of around 3.5 hours to central London. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Mains water and electricity. Private drainage. Private well water available. Council tax band: D. EPC bands: C, E & E. Full EPC documents available on request. Glen Silva was built in 2004. Christmas Cottage, built in 2006 can be used as a main residence, annexe or for holiday rentals but can’t be sold independently. Sivel Cottage was converted from an existing farm workshop. There is no approved planning however our clients will offer an affidavit stating the property has been used for holiday letting for 11 years without question from the local authority. The Shepherds Hut is considered a ‘temporary dwelling’ so didn’t require planning permission.