Southcoombe Road, Downgate, PL17
- Land size
- 1.5 acres
- Bedrooms
- 5
- Bathrooms
- 2
Key Features
- Grade II listed medieval farmhouse steeped in history
- Believed to be recorded in the Domesday Book
- Approx. 1.5 acres including walled garden and private woodland
- Two detached barns - one fully converted to a 1-bedroom annex
- Former cow shed and outbuildings offering further potential
- Exceptionally private setting, surrounded by farmland and trees
- Located in a quiet Cornish valley near the Tamar Valley AONB
- No Onward Chain
Description
SITUATION AND DECRIPTION
Tucked away down a private lane and surrounded by open farmland and ancient woodland, this extraordinary Grade II listed Cornish farmhouse offers a rare opportunity to acquire a property of remarkable heritage and character.
This historic home exudes timeless charm and offers a wealth of period features including original fireplaces, wide timber floorboards, and thick stone walls that tell stories of centuries past.
The setting is truly idyllic - peaceful, private, and deeply rural yet within easy reach of the stunning Tamar Valley, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and just half a mile away from the Cornish Hamlet of Downgate. The main house stands in an delightful position, surrounded by farmland and fields, with mature gardens, a walled garden, and enchanting woodland to the side - perfect for nature lovers or those seeking rural tranquillity.
The main farmhouse offers well-proportioned rooms with character and flexibility, ideal for those looking to restore a special home. The property is in need of sympathetic renovation, in keeping with its Grade II listed status, presenting an exciting opportunity for a buyer to bring it back to life.
Complementing the farmhouse are a range of traditional outbuildings. A converted detached barn now serves as a one-bedroom annex, ideal for guests or holiday letting; a further detached barn could provide another of the same with some refurbishment. A former cow shed and additional stone buildings offer excellent potential for garage use, workshop space, storage, or further conversion (subject to permissions).
Downgate is a sought after and attractive village in East Cornwall and offers a pleasant rural lifestyle with numerous country walks through the lanes and local woodland. The neighbouring village of Stoke Climsland offers a Primary School, Village Store and Social Club. The nearest town is Callington where there are supermarkets and a Secondary School and many people in the area commute to the City of Plymouth.
ACCOMMODATION
Reference made to any fixture, fittings, appliances, or any of the building services does not imply that they are in working order or have been tested by us. Purchasers should establish the suitability and working condition of these items and services them selves.
The accommodation, together with approximate room sizes, is shown in the floorplan.
SERVICES
Mains electricity & water. Private drainage.
OUTGOINGS
We understand this property is in band'E' for Council Tax purposes.
VIEWINGS
By appointment with MANSBRIDGE BALMENT on 0 1 8 2 2 - 6 1 2 3 4 5.
DIRECTIONS
From Tavistock follow the A390 towards Callington. Passing though Gunnislake and St Ann's Chapel, turn right where signposted for Launceston (B3257). After approximately a mile or so turn right where signposted for Downgate. Follow the road down towards the village and turn right at the crossroads where signposted for Old Mill. South Coombe will be found on the right hand side after approximately 2/3 mile.
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EPC Rating: F
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Property details
- Tenure
- Freehold
- Council Tax Band
- E
- Date Posted
- 2026-06-05
Market Value Analysis
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Energy Performance Certificate
Energy Efficiency Rating
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Running costs are one side. Planning activity, flood history and ground risks for this location are in the full report.
Utilities & Restrictions
Utilities
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Rights & Restrictions
- Public Rights of Way
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- Private Rights of Way
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- Listed Property
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- Restrictions
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Listed status, conservation areas and planning constraints for this location are in the full report.
Property Features
- Accessibility
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- Parking
- Parking Available
- Garden
- Private 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
80 Mbps
Superfast
Suitable for
- HD streaming
- Video calls
- Web & social
Mobile signal
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
- Stoke Climsland School1.1 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 5 to 11
- Pupils
- 185
- Type
- Community school
- Callington Primary School2.3 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 3 to 11
- Pupils
- 354
- Type
- Academy converter
- Harrowbarrow Primary Academy2.9 milesOfsted: Requires improvement
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 91
- Type
- Academy converter
- Trekenner Community Primary School3.6 milesOfsted: Requires improvement
- Ages
- 2 to 11
- Pupils
- 69
- Type
- Foundation school
- Copper Valley Infant and Nursery Academy3.8 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 2 to 7
- Pupils
- 70
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
Secondary
- Callington Community College1.9 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 887
- Type
- Academy converter
- Tavistock College6.7 milesOfsted: Requires improvement
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 1,200
- Type
- Academy converter
- Launceston College7 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 1,205
- Type
- Academy converter
- Liskeard School and Community College8.7 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 1,115
- Type
- Academy converter
- Saltash Community School9.9 milesOfsted: Good *
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 1,139
- Type
- Academy converter
* 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
GP surgery
Pharmacy
Hospital
Green space
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
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Nearest bus stop
Typical drive times
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.
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Flood Risk
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Rivers and the sea
Surface water
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- 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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