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Lanlivery, Bodmin, PL30

Land size
2.2 acres
Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
2

Key Features

  • Charming, detached country cottage set within approximately 2.2 acres
  • Peaceful setting with gardens, woodland and countryside surroundings
  • Beautifully updated with character features throughout
  • Three-bedroom main house with spacious, well-balanced accommodation
  • Self-contained annexe ideal for guests or income potential
  • Landscaped grounds rich in wildlife, trees and planting
  • Outbuildings, garage, carport and ample gated parking

Description

A CHARMING AND VERSATILE COUNTRY COTTAGE SET WITHIN 2.2 ACRES OF BEAUTIFUL GARDENS AND WOODLAND, FEATURING A SELF-CONTAINED ANNEXE, CHARACTERFUL INTERIORS, AND A PEACEFUL, PRIVATE SETTING IDEAL FOR LIFESTYLE LIVING.

DESCRIPTION

Poltip Cottage is a most charming and beautifully presented detached country residence, set within approximately 2.2 acres of delightful gardens and grounds, enjoying a peaceful and picturesque setting surrounded by open countryside and private woodland. This highly appealing property offers a rare combination of character, modern comfort and versatility, further enhanced by the inclusion of a self contained annexe.

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The principal cottage has been thoughtfully updated by the current owner to an excellent standard, successfully blending contemporary finishes with a wealth of original features. Internally, the accommodation is both light and inviting, with a warm and homely atmosphere throughout. Character elements such as exposed beams, feature stonework and a wood burning stove create a sense of charm and authenticity, while the overall presentation ensures the property is perfectly suited to modern living.

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The ground floor offers a well balanced arrangement of living spaces, including a welcoming sitting room with a feature fireplace and dual aspect outlook, a sociable kitchen complete with Aga, and a separate utility room providing excellent practicality. A versatile breakfast room or study offers further flexibility, ideal for home working or informal dining, and also provides access to the annexe.

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To the first floor, the accommodation continues to impress, with three well proportioned bedrooms arranged around a spacious landing. The principal suite benefits from a dressing area and a well appointed en suite bathroom, while the remaining bedrooms are served by a stylish shower room. Each room enjoys pleasant views over the surrounding gardens and countryside, further enhancing the sense of tranquillity.

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The annexe provides superb additional accommodation, arranged to offer a comfortable and independent living space. Comprising an open plan kitchen and living area, bedroom and shower room, it is ideally suited to multi generational living, guest accommodation or as a potential income-generating opportunity, having previously operated successfully as a bed and breakfast.

GARDEN AND GROUNDS

The gardens and grounds are a particular highlight of the property, extending to approximately 2.2 acres and offering a variety of landscaped areas to enjoy. Beautifully maintained, the grounds are rich in mature trees, flowering shrubs and wildlife, creating a peaceful and private environment. An area of established woodland further enhances the setting, providing a truly idyllic and secluded retreat. In addition, the property benefits from a range of useful outbuildings, including a detached garage and carport, offering excellent storage and potential for a variety of uses. A private gated driveway provides ample off-road parking for multiple vehicles.

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Poltip Cottage represents a rare opportunity to acquire a characterful and versatile country home, set within generous grounds and offering a wonderful lifestyle opportunity in a tranquil and highly desirable setting.

LOCATION

Lanlivery is a highly regarded and picturesque village, steeped in history and surrounded by rolling Cornish countryside, offering a peaceful yet well connected setting. The village itself is centred around its historic church and popular public house, The Crown Inn, creating a strong sense of community and charm. Nearby, the larger village of Par provides a mainline railway station with direct links to Truro, Plymouth and London Paddington, while the harbour town of Fowey, known for its sailing waters and independent shops and restaurants, is just a short drive away.

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The market town of St Austell offers a wider range of amenities, schooling and leisure facilities, ensuring Lanlivery combines rural tranquillity with excellent accessibility to some of Cornwall’s most desirable destinations.

Map Location

Property details

Tenure
Freehold
Council Tax Band
E
Date Posted
2026-04-11

Market Value Analysis

Compared with 1,680 Homes with Land listings in South West England (1+ acres).

This Property£295,455 / acre
Homes with Land Average (1+ acres) £187,989 / acre
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Energy Performance Certificate

Energy Efficiency Rating

Very energy efficient - lower running costs
CurrentPotential
(92+)A
(81-91)B
(69-80)C
(55-68)D
(39-54)E
(21-38)F
(1-20)G
77 C
109 A

Based on UK Energy Performance Certificate standards (EU Directive 2002/91/EC)

Running costs are one side. Planning activity, flood history and ground risks for this location are in the full report.

Utilities & Restrictions

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Rights & Restrictions

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Listed status, conservation areas and planning constraints for this location are in the full report.

Property Features

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Parking
Parking Available
Garden
Garden

Beyond the particulars: planning activity, flood history, heritage and ground risks, checked for this exact spot.

Connectivity

Broadband

Fastest speed available at this postcode

1 Gbps

Gigabit full fibre · available to 17% of premises

Suitable for

  • 4K streaming on every screen
  • Full-time home working
  • Online gaming & big downloads

Mobile signal

CallsDataEE Good GoodO2 Good GoodThree Good GoodVodafone Good Good

Outdoor predictions; indoor signal depends on building materials.

Ofcom Connected Nations postcode-level predictions. Speeds and signal are modelled, not measured, and vary between addresses and providers.

Signal is the easy part. Planning activity, flood history and protected designations here are in the full report.

Nearest Schools

Primary

  • Lanlivery Primary Academy562 metresNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    2 to 11
    Pupils
    49
    Type
    Academy converter
  • Lostwithiel School1.5 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    2 to 11
    Pupils
    166
    Type
    Academy converter
  • Luxulyan School2 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    4 to 11
    Pupils
    107
    Type
    Academy converter
  • St Winnow CofE School2.3 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    4 to 11
    Pupils
    102
    Type
    Academy converter
    Faith
    Church of England
  • Tywardreath School2.6 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    4 to 11
    Pupils
    300
    Type
    Academy sponsor led

Secondary

  • Bodmin College4.4 milesOfsted: Requires improvement *
    Ages
    11 to 18
    Pupils
    1,236
    Type
    Academy converter
  • Fowey River Academy4.9 milesOfsted: Good *
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    676
    Type
    Academy sponsor led
  • Penrice Academy5.1 milesOfsted: Outstanding *
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    1,405
    Type
    Academy converter
  • Poltair School5.3 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    882
    Type
    Academy sponsor led
  • Brannel School9.3 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    888
    Type
    Academy sponsor led

* Latest graded judgement covers quality of education only; no overall grade was issued under the 2024-25 inspection framework.

Distances are straight-line from the advertised location. Source: the national school registers (DfE, Welsh Government, Scottish Government) and Ofsted.

Schools are just the start: sold prices nearby, planning activity and any flood history are in the full report.

Amenities

Supermarket

Co-op Lostwithiel, Lostwithiel1.6 miles
Spar St Blazey, St Blazey2.5 miles
Co-op St Blazey, St Blazey2.8 miles

GP surgery

Lostwithiel Surgery1.6 miles

Pharmacy

Mountchase Pharmacy1.5 miles

Hospital

Fowey Hospital4.8 miles

Green space

Play Space562 metres

Straight-line distances from the advertised location. Sources: NHS records, Geolytix supermarket locations, OS Open Greenspace and the national trails registers.

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Getting Around

Nearest station

Lostwithiel Rail Station1.7 miles

Nearest bus stop

Fowey Cross405 metres

Typical drive times

Fowey10 min · 6.1 miles
Bodmin12 min · 6.2 miles
St Blazey6 min · 3.1 miles
Lostwithiel4 min · 1.9 miles
Truro (city)39 min · 21 miles

Straight-line distances from the advertised location; drive times are typical free-flow times over OpenStreetMap road data, so allow more at peak. Public transport locations from DfT NaPTAN.

Easy to reach matters. So do planning activity, flood history and ground risks: all in the full report.

Flood Risk

From Environment Agency flood map open data, checked around the advertised map pin and allowing for the listed acreage where known. This summary comes from LandSale, the advertising platform, not from the listing agent, and is not part of the agent's particulars. Risk can vary across a single holding, so verify anything critical through your own searches before committing.

Rivers and the sea

Flood Zone 1Lower risk

Surface water

Outside the mapped risk bandsVery low risk

The detail behind these bandings

The full report pinpoints where this location sits on the flood maps, and runs the deeper checks that usually only surface after an offer.

  • Exact flood zones & annual chances (included in the full report)
  • Any recorded past flooding (included in the full report)
  • Planning activity nearby (included in the full report)
  • Heritage & conservation (included in the full report)
  • Protected nature designations (included in the full report)
  • Ground risks (included in the full report)
  • Sold prices nearby (included in the full report)

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