the OLD RECTORY WERRINGTON

the OLD RECTORY WERRINGTON

The Old Rectory Werrington, Launceston, Cornwall, PL15 8TP Georgian grace with a contemporary twist; a beautifully refurbished Grade II Listed rectory with elegant walled gardens in a secluded rural setting. Beautifully appointed Georgian rectory Extensively renovated in 2015 Six bedrooms Three reception rooms Charming walled gardens Private rural setting Former coach-house Grade II Listed Werrington 530 yards Yeolmbridge 1 River Tamar 2 Launceston 3.5 Bude 17 Plymouth 29 Cornwall Airport (Newquay) 40 Exeter 42 (all distances are approximate and in miles)

Location Situated in the civil parish of Werrington and next to the ancient church, The Old Rectory commands a secluded rural position on the edge of the grounds of Werrington Park Manor in this peaceful village in east Cornwall, adjacent to the River Tamar. Werrington Park Manor is a historic estate dating back to 1700s and formerly owned by the Abbot of Tavistock, Sir Francis Drake (nephew of the Admiral) and the first Duke of Northumberland. The estate boasts 390 acres of park-like gardens and hosts open days to the public. restored to its former glory with a touch of contemporary interior design The nearby town of Launceston, the ancient capital of Cornwall set around a historic castle, provides a good range of shopping (with Marks and Spencer coming soon to the town), educational and recreational facilities as well as direct access to both the A38 and the A30 dual carriageway which provides fast access to Exeter and the M5. The property is equidistant between Bodmin Moor and Dartmoor, areas of wild, open moorland. For coast lovers, the beaches of Bude, Crackington Haven, Polzeath and Port Isaac are within a short drive to the north coast, now synonymous with fresh seafood and fine dining and playing host to some of Britain s finest restaurants, including Nathan Outlaw s two restaurants at Port Isaac and Rick Stein s at Padstow. History The Old Rectory is believed to have been built around 1836 at the expense of the Duke of Northumberland, to accompany the Church of St Martin which was relocated from the grounds of Werrington Park Manor in around 1742 to its current site. The church tower is from the old church and the early neo-gothic style suggests that the architect was probably William Kent, designer of the Horse Guards building and the Treasury buildings at Whitehall. The residence was in the ownership of the Diocese of Truro until the current owners purchase in 2015.

The Property A graceful Georgian home with some delightful period features, The Old Rectory has been artfully restored by its current owners to its former glory with a touch of contemporary interior design. The traditional period features include large windows, high ceilings, shutters and curved banisters and lend themselves well to the flair with which the restoration has been carried out, creating a feeling of grandeur and elegance. The living spaces and bedrooms are light and well-proportioned, and there are wonderful views from each aspect of the house. The house is tastefully decorated throughout and the flooring is exposed wood and slate flagstone, with many of the original skirting boards, cornices and window shutters intact and restored, as well as several new cast-iron radiators. To the front of the house behind a striking porch, the hallway has the original sweeping stairs to the left and two generous reception rooms on the right. A bespoke kitchen with a dining area looks over the lawn to the rear of the house and the ornate spire of the Church of St Martin. A snug or study faces the front of the house, with a utility room, boot room and cloakroom completing the ground floor. Two staircases lead to the first floor, which has four bedrooms served by a generous family bathroom with modern fittings, a family shower room which has also been recently fitted, and a separate WC. The bedrooms feature beautiful sash windows, wooden flooring and several original fireplaces, with two being particularly well-proportioned. There are two further bedrooms on the second floor, both with slate fireplaces and excellent views over countryside with Dartmoor in the distance to the front and the church to the rear. Three loft areas offer plentiful storage, complemented by a large cellar. A separate Grade II Listed two-storey carriage-house with stables and a tack room is set beside the driveway under a rag slate roof. The building has potential to be used as ancillary accommodation subject to all necessary consents and regulations.

Gardens There are two primary areas of garden, a magnificently planted walled garden to the south and west of the house and a large partially wooded lawn surrounding the house to the north and east. A sweeping private gravel driveway leads to the front of the house, with a lawn to the north overlooking the field beyond. The grounds are surrounded by mature trees and an area of woodland in the northern corner contains a woodstore with a thick slate roof. The walled gardens are a delight, with paths laid between raised beds of box topiary and pretty flowering shrubs as well as a kitchen garden. The main path, set between pleached hornbeams and lavender, leads to a pond and orchard at the rear, separated by a Portuguese laurel hedge with an arch. A door in the wall at the rear of the garden leads directly to the churchyard. The main path crosses an avenue of Italian cypresses, leading to the woodland garden and a walled area of lawn with box ball topiary set around a corkscrew willow. This area of garden has a magnificent view of the ornate church spire and has a garden door opening to the side lawn.

The Old Rectory Gross internal floor area (approx): 432.82 sq m / 4659 sq ft (Excludes Restricted Head Height & Includes Garage) For Identification only - Not to scale Tenure Freehold Services Mains water and electricity. Private drainage. Oil-fired central heating and hot water. 9.3MBPS current internet speed. Viewing Strictly by appointment with Savills. Directions From Launceston town centre bear left onto St Thomas Road passing the castle on the right. Cross the bridge, at the roundabout take the third exit onto Dutson Road / A388, at the second roundabout take the first exit onto B3254. Continue along this road through Yeolmbridge to Werrington and turn right shortly after the primary school on to Church Road. Follow this road passing the cricket club on your left. At a left turn, with the gates to Werrington Park ahead, turn right and the gateway to The Old Rectory is on the right. First Floor Important Notice Savills, their clients and any joint agents give notice that: 1.They are not authorised to make or give any representations or warranties in relation to the property either here or elsewhere, either on their own behalf or on behalf of their client or otherwise. They assume no responsibility for any statement that may be made in these particulars. These particulars do not form part of any offer or contract and must not be relied upon as statements or representations of fact. 2.Any areas, measurements or distances are approximate. The text, images and plans are for guidance only and are not necessarily comprehensive. It should not be assumed that the property has all necessary planning, building regulation or other consents and Savills have not tested any services, equipment or facilities. Purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise. 17/09/01 DJ Lower Ground Floor Ground Floor Savills Cornwall 73 Lemon Street, Truro Cornwall TR1 2PN 01872 243200 truro@savills.com www.savills.co.uk