Camelford, Cornwall

JF0940

Have you dreamed of a life in the countryside, with space to breathe, room to grow, and the freedom to create your own rural haven? Penworthy offers a rare opportunity to embrace that lifestyle, set within approximately two acres of private grounds featuring a detached annexe, paddock, and beautifully landscaped gardens, creating an exceptional setting with endless possibilities.

Whether you envision keeping chickens and cultivating a productive kitchen garden, creating an inspiring artist's studio or writer's retreat, establishing a peaceful home office, or simply enjoying a place where family and friends can gather, Penworthy offers the flexibility to bring those dreams to life. The combination of comfortable single-storey living, expansive outdoor space, and a detached annexe makes this an exceptionally versatile home. It is equally suited to growing families, those seeking a quieter, more self-sufficient rural lifestyle, or couples looking to downsize without compromising on space, while providing private accommodation for guests or extended family.

Occupying an enviable position on the edge of the historic Worthyvale Manor Estate, Penworthy enjoys a setting rich in Cornish heritage and folklore. The surrounding landscape is steeped in history, including an ancient inscribed stone dating back to the 6th century, located within the estate and closely associated with the legends of King Arthur. This fascinating connection to Cornwall's ancient past enhances the unique character of the property, where history, natural beauty, and contemporary country living come together in perfect harmony.

Penworthy is located in a peaceful hamlet between the rugged beauty of Bodmin Moor and the spectacular North Cornwall Coast. Built in 2002, the property has only changed hands once within the same family and has been lovingly maintained and enhanced over the past two decades.

Extensively refurbished in 2024, Penworthy combines modern comfort with character and charm. Highlights include a newly fitted kitchen and bathrooms, a detached 30 sq m annexe, a substantial loft with conversion potential (subject to any necessary consents), flagstone flooring, an open fireplace, a traditional farmhouse kitchen with Aga, and solar panels generating a valuable feed-in tariff income.

The welcoming entrance hall leads into a spacious open-plan sitting and dining room, flooded with natural light, opening onto the south-facing frontage through patio doors. The recently refitted kitchen is equipped with matching low-level units, an electric oven, and a gas-fired Aga, while large windows frame delightful views across the landscaped rear garden, granite steps, and mature trees.

Accommodation on the ground floor comprises three generous double bedrooms, a contemporary family shower room, linen and airing cupboards, and a principal bedroom with built-in wardrobes and an en-suite shower room. Electric heating, underfloor heating in the bathrooms, and the warmth of the Aga ensure the home remains comfortable throughout the year.

Outside, the property enjoys exceptional privacy. Golden gravel surrounds the house, while secure perimeter fencing and a gated entrance create a secluded retreat. The detached annexe has been finished to a high standard with its own kitchen and bathroom and is currently used as a home office and gym, offering excellent flexibility for guest accommodation, multigenerational living, or remote working. High-speed broadband has been installed throughout the property.

Penworthy is approached via a private gated gravel driveway, providing extensive parking and turning space. The gardens feature sweeping lawns, mature shrubs and trees, and a large porcelain terrace ideal for outdoor dining and entertaining. A particularly attractive seating area sits beneath a circle of mature trees, where afternoon sunlight filters through the canopy.

The grounds also include a small gated paddock, established with grass and wildflower planting, suitable for small livestock such as goats or chickens. An avenue running alongside the field creates a pleasant circular walk, perfect for dog owners. Additional outbuildings include a timber garden shed with wood store and a larger secure metal storage shed.

Despite its wonderfully peaceful setting, Penworthy is ideally positioned to enjoy the very best of North Cornwall. Everyday amenities including shops, cafés, schools, healthcare facilities and leisure amenities are within a few minutes’ drive.

The area is renowned for its spectacular coastline and beautiful beaches. Trebarwith Strand near Tintagel is a year round dog-friendly beach only 4 miles away and offers a stunning expanse of sand, dramatic cliffs, rock pools and caves to explore. The iconic Port William pub sits above the beach, enjoying breathtaking sea views and a welcoming atmosphere throughout the year. The charming old harbour village of Boscastle is also close by and offers interesting coastal and river walks, museums, gift shops, pubs and cafes.

Further along the coast are Port Isaac (‘Port Wenn’ from the TV show Doc Martin), and the popular beaches of Polzeath and Daymer Bay, both favoured for their golden sands, water sports and scenic coastal walks. Daymer Bay also provides access to wonderful walks to the historic St Enodoc Church and to Rock, where Paul Ainsworth’s Mariners Arms provides a delightful spot to have a drink,  watch the boats go by and enjoy exceptional food. From Rock it’s a short hop across the estuary to Padstow on the regular ferry service, to sample the many shops and eateries, including Rick Stein’s cafes, delis and restaurants.  Rock and Padstow can be reached within around half an hour; and Newquay with its airport within 45 minutes.

For those who enjoy the outdoors, the surrounding countryside, nearby Bodmin Moor and the South West Coast Path provide endless opportunities for walking, cycling and exploring some of Cornwall's most spectacular scenery.

For a city fix, Truro to the South West and Plymouth to the South East are an hour away, and Exeter is 1 hour 15.

This is a rare opportunity to acquire a private and versatile home with annexe, paddock, and beautifully landscaped grounds in one of North Cornwall's most desirable rural settings.

Book your viewing today to appreciate all that this stunning property has to offer.