Sold STC
Terraced
Paradise Cottage
26, NORTHGATE STREET, LAUNCESTON, CORNWALL PL15 8BD
3 beds
2 baths
Listed 17 Dec 2020 (-2000d)
Property details
Tenure
FREEHOLD
Last sold
£228,000 Apr 2021
Local average
£255,222 (-6%)
Deprivation
Decile 3 (9,033 of 33,755)
Street crime
79 incidents within 1 mile (Apr 2026)
Key features
- NO ONWARD CHAIN
- LOW MAINTENANCE GARDENS
- VIEWS TO CASTLE
- SUIT A VARIETY OF BUYERS
- SHORT WALK TO TOWN
- MANY PERIOD FEATURES
- 3 LOG BURNERS
- MAINS GAS C/H
- EXTERNAL SHOWER ROOM
- EPC - D65
Additional details
- Parking
- Yes
- Garden
- Yes
Description
** Bursting with charm this quirky and deceptive period Grade II listed Cottage, which we believe dates back to the 17th Century, still retains an abundance of period features which will appeal to a variety of buyers. Boasting 4 fireplaces, three of which house log burners, a 26'ft entrance hallway with original flagstone flooring, stripped floorboards and part stripped internal doors in some rooms, exposed beams and stonework. For the most discerning of purchasers from FIRST TIME or INVESTOR buyers, or even those looking for a BOLT HOLE or Airbnb HOLIDAY LET, this cottage must be viewed to be appreciated.
The versatile accommodation briefly comprises an Entrance Hallway, Snug, Office, Sitting Room, Kitchen, Dining Area, Garden Room, 3 double Bedrooms and shower room on the first floor. Combining olde worlde charm with modern day comforts such as high gloss Kitchen units with integral appliances and mains gas central heating via a combination boiler.
Outside, the low maintenance rear garden is arranged over four tiers and has a Mediterranean feel, enclosed by high walls offering some privacy with a wealth of mature flowering shrub borders. Attractive Courtyards to dine al fresco and enjoy views toward the Castle. There is an external Shower Room, which could be used as an addition to the ground floor reception rooms should these be used as occasional bedrooms. Permit parking is available to purchase within a short walk of the property.
LOCATION The property occupies a convenient town centre location, ideal for those wishing to be within walking distance of all amenities, the town square is a short walk. The town shopping facilities include independent shops with a monthly butter market selling local crafts and produce, together with big names such as Marks & Spencer Food Hall, Tesco, Iceland, Argos and Pets at Home on the outskirts. The towns skyline is dominated by the ruins of a Norman castle that stands high on a hillside with dramatic views over Bodmin moor and Dartmoor. The castle was a strategically important building after the Norman Conquest and its green was used for executions until the 19th century.
THE ACCOMMODATION COMPRISES (all measurements are approximate):-
Slate pitched canopy storm porch with decorative half glazed front entrance door leading to:
ENTRANCE HALLWAY 26' 10" x 3' 2" (8.18m x 0.97m) average measurements. Turned stripped timber staircase leads to the first floor with timber panelling beside. Understairs storage cupboard with space and plumbing for a washing machine and built in shelving. Partially glazed door leads to the lower level Courtyard garden. Slate flagstone flooring. Timber panelling to dado level. Two radiators. Doors to:
SNUG 14' 8" x 8' 2" (4.47m x 2.49m) Could be used as another bedroom. Multi-paned window to front. Full height feature stone fireplace with timber lintel over. Floor to ceiling corner cupboard with shelving. Radiator.
OFFICE 14' 9" x 8' 1" (4.5m x 2.46m) Could be used as another bedroom. Multi-paned bay window to front. Fireplace with granite surround housing a log burner on a slate hearth and timber lintel over. Built in storage cupboards. Television point. Radiator.
SITTING ROOM 12' 3" x 11' 2" (3.73m x 3.4m) excluding chimney breast. Partially glazed timber door with windows to side and above, which leads to the lower tier rear courtyard. Multi-fuel stove on a slate hearth with timber lintel over and built-in storage cupboards to either side of chimney breast. Exposed wooden flooring. Radiator. TV and telephone points. Glazed door with obscured glazed window to side leading to:
KITCHEN 7' 0" x 6' 8" (2.13m x 2.03m) Window to side. A modern range of high-gloss base level units with worktop surfaces over and part tiling to walls. Inset one and half sink and drainer unit with mixer tap. Inset Bosch mains gas hob with concealed extractor unit over. Eye level Bosch double electric oven. Integral fridge and freezer. Space and plumbing for dishwasher. Matching range of eye level units with underlighting. Opening to:
DINING AREA 13' 0" x 8' 10" (3.96m x 2.69m) Half glazed door and window to side leading to rear courtyard. Fireplace inset with log burner. Radiator. Slate and wooden open tread staircase with wooden hatch opens up to the:
GARDEN ROOM 14' 1" x 9' 7" (4.29m x 2.92m) Could be used as another bedroom. Triple aspect windows and full glazed double opening doors to the middle tier courtyard garden. Feature cast iron fireplace with slate hearth. Stripped timber flooring. Radiator.
From the Entrance Hallway stairs lead to the:
FIRST FLOOR LANDING Skylight to rear. Hatch to loft. Exposed beams. Radiator. Stripped timber flooring. Doors to:
BEDROOM 1 14' 6" x 12' 6" (4.42m x 3.81m) Sash window to front with views to the Castle. Range of built-in wardrobes with shelving and hanging space. Radiator. Stripped timber flooring.
BEDROOM 2 14' 5" x 8' 0" (4.39m x 2.44m) Sash window to front with views to the Castle. Stripped timber flooring. Radiator.
BEDROOM 3 12' 4" x 9' 4" overall (3.76m x 2.84m) Window and Velux window to rear. Built in cupboards to either side of chimney breast, one housing the mains gas central heating COMBINATION BOILER and slatted shelves. Roll top bath. Part vaulted exposed ceiling timbers. Radiator.
SHOWER ROOM Part restricted ceiling height. Obscure window to rear. Shower cubicle with thermostatically controlled shower over. Vanity wash hand basin with mixer tap. Low level WC. Chrome heated rail.
OUTSIDE The rear garden is arranged over four tiers, enclosed by high walls offering ease of maintenance with a wealth of flower and shrub borders with some seclusion and views to the Castle in certain spots. The lower private Courtyard can be accessed from the Kitchen/Dining room, Sitting Room and the far end of the Entrance Hallway which has a pitched slate canopy storm porch over. The second tier can also be accessed from the Garden Room. Outside lighting, water taps and door to:
EXTERNAL SHOWER ROOM Obscured glazed window to front. Tiled shower cubicle with electric shower over. Wash hand basin with cold water tap. Low level WC. Fully tiled walls and floor. Electric wall mounted heater. Extractor fan.
LOCAL AUTHORITY Cornwall Council.
COUNCIL TAX Band A
SERVICES Mains gas, electricity, drainage and metered water. Broadband available.
DIRECTIONS ** From our office walk down to the Church and continue towards the job centre. Take the steps to the left of this building and proceed down this path. After a short distance the property will be the last but one on the right. There is also ample permit parking within a short walk away.
The versatile accommodation briefly comprises an Entrance Hallway, Snug, Office, Sitting Room, Kitchen, Dining Area, Garden Room, 3 double Bedrooms and shower room on the first floor. Combining olde worlde charm with modern day comforts such as high gloss Kitchen units with integral appliances and mains gas central heating via a combination boiler.
Outside, the low maintenance rear garden is arranged over four tiers and has a Mediterranean feel, enclosed by high walls offering some privacy with a wealth of mature flowering shrub borders. Attractive Courtyards to dine al fresco and enjoy views toward the Castle. There is an external Shower Room, which could be used as an addition to the ground floor reception rooms should these be used as occasional bedrooms. Permit parking is available to purchase within a short walk of the property.
LOCATION The property occupies a convenient town centre location, ideal for those wishing to be within walking distance of all amenities, the town square is a short walk. The town shopping facilities include independent shops with a monthly butter market selling local crafts and produce, together with big names such as Marks & Spencer Food Hall, Tesco, Iceland, Argos and Pets at Home on the outskirts. The towns skyline is dominated by the ruins of a Norman castle that stands high on a hillside with dramatic views over Bodmin moor and Dartmoor. The castle was a strategically important building after the Norman Conquest and its green was used for executions until the 19th century.
THE ACCOMMODATION COMPRISES (all measurements are approximate):-
Slate pitched canopy storm porch with decorative half glazed front entrance door leading to:
ENTRANCE HALLWAY 26' 10" x 3' 2" (8.18m x 0.97m) average measurements. Turned stripped timber staircase leads to the first floor with timber panelling beside. Understairs storage cupboard with space and plumbing for a washing machine and built in shelving. Partially glazed door leads to the lower level Courtyard garden. Slate flagstone flooring. Timber panelling to dado level. Two radiators. Doors to:
SNUG 14' 8" x 8' 2" (4.47m x 2.49m) Could be used as another bedroom. Multi-paned window to front. Full height feature stone fireplace with timber lintel over. Floor to ceiling corner cupboard with shelving. Radiator.
OFFICE 14' 9" x 8' 1" (4.5m x 2.46m) Could be used as another bedroom. Multi-paned bay window to front. Fireplace with granite surround housing a log burner on a slate hearth and timber lintel over. Built in storage cupboards. Television point. Radiator.
SITTING ROOM 12' 3" x 11' 2" (3.73m x 3.4m) excluding chimney breast. Partially glazed timber door with windows to side and above, which leads to the lower tier rear courtyard. Multi-fuel stove on a slate hearth with timber lintel over and built-in storage cupboards to either side of chimney breast. Exposed wooden flooring. Radiator. TV and telephone points. Glazed door with obscured glazed window to side leading to:
KITCHEN 7' 0" x 6' 8" (2.13m x 2.03m) Window to side. A modern range of high-gloss base level units with worktop surfaces over and part tiling to walls. Inset one and half sink and drainer unit with mixer tap. Inset Bosch mains gas hob with concealed extractor unit over. Eye level Bosch double electric oven. Integral fridge and freezer. Space and plumbing for dishwasher. Matching range of eye level units with underlighting. Opening to:
DINING AREA 13' 0" x 8' 10" (3.96m x 2.69m) Half glazed door and window to side leading to rear courtyard. Fireplace inset with log burner. Radiator. Slate and wooden open tread staircase with wooden hatch opens up to the:
GARDEN ROOM 14' 1" x 9' 7" (4.29m x 2.92m) Could be used as another bedroom. Triple aspect windows and full glazed double opening doors to the middle tier courtyard garden. Feature cast iron fireplace with slate hearth. Stripped timber flooring. Radiator.
From the Entrance Hallway stairs lead to the:
FIRST FLOOR LANDING Skylight to rear. Hatch to loft. Exposed beams. Radiator. Stripped timber flooring. Doors to:
BEDROOM 1 14' 6" x 12' 6" (4.42m x 3.81m) Sash window to front with views to the Castle. Range of built-in wardrobes with shelving and hanging space. Radiator. Stripped timber flooring.
BEDROOM 2 14' 5" x 8' 0" (4.39m x 2.44m) Sash window to front with views to the Castle. Stripped timber flooring. Radiator.
BEDROOM 3 12' 4" x 9' 4" overall (3.76m x 2.84m) Window and Velux window to rear. Built in cupboards to either side of chimney breast, one housing the mains gas central heating COMBINATION BOILER and slatted shelves. Roll top bath. Part vaulted exposed ceiling timbers. Radiator.
SHOWER ROOM Part restricted ceiling height. Obscure window to rear. Shower cubicle with thermostatically controlled shower over. Vanity wash hand basin with mixer tap. Low level WC. Chrome heated rail.
OUTSIDE The rear garden is arranged over four tiers, enclosed by high walls offering ease of maintenance with a wealth of flower and shrub borders with some seclusion and views to the Castle in certain spots. The lower private Courtyard can be accessed from the Kitchen/Dining room, Sitting Room and the far end of the Entrance Hallway which has a pitched slate canopy storm porch over. The second tier can also be accessed from the Garden Room. Outside lighting, water taps and door to:
EXTERNAL SHOWER ROOM Obscured glazed window to front. Tiled shower cubicle with electric shower over. Wash hand basin with cold water tap. Low level WC. Fully tiled walls and floor. Electric wall mounted heater. Extractor fan.
LOCAL AUTHORITY Cornwall Council.
COUNCIL TAX Band A
SERVICES Mains gas, electricity, drainage and metered water. Broadband available.
DIRECTIONS ** From our office walk down to the Church and continue towards the job centre. Take the steps to the left of this building and proceed down this path. After a short distance the property will be the last but one on the right. There is also ample permit parking within a short walk away.
Listed by
Launceston
Miller & Son
Reference: 87727795
EPC ratings on this postcode
We don't have a matched EPC for this property yet. Below are efficiency scores and details for other addresses on this postcode.
| Address | Current | Potential | Floor area | Age band | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 NORTHGATE STREET, LAUNCESTON, LAUNCESTON | 65 | 84 | 124 m² | England and Wales: before 1900 | Terraced |
| 6a Northgate Street, LAUNCESTON | 31 | 61 | 78 m² | England and Wales: before 1900 | Flat |
Flood risk
Zone: 1
Risk: Low
Job (default Low)
Floorplans
Floorplan 1
EPC Graphs
EPC 1
Price history
| Event | Date | Price | % change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sold | 28/04/2021 (5 years ago) | £228,000 | — |
Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid Data. Crown copyright.
Sold Comparables
Same street and nearby sales within 0.25 miles (last 5 years). Data from Land Registry Price Paid.
| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Same street 6 NORTHGATE STREET, LAUNCESTON, CORNWALL, PL15 8BD | £86,500 | 19/12/2025 | Other |
| DOCKACRE COURT 1 DOCKACRE ROAD, LAUNCESTON, CORNWALL, PL15 8BW | £162,750 | 10/08/2023 | Terraced |
| Same street 6A NORTHGATE STREET, LAUNCESTON, CORNWALL, PL15 8BD | £126,500 | 21/03/2023 | Flat |
| TIME-WELLS HOUSE CASTLE DYKE, LAUNCESTON, CORNWALL, PL15 8AY | £200,000 | 17/11/2022 | Terraced |
| 26 ST THOMAS ROAD, LAUNCESTON, CORNWALL, PL15 8BX | £127,000 | 21/10/2022 | Terraced |
| 13 NORTHGATE STREET, LAUNCESTON, CORNWALL, PL15 8BB | £150,000 | 10/05/2022 | Terraced |
| 3 OTHO PLACE, LAUNCESTON, CORNWALL, PL15 8FN | £185,000 | 05/05/2022 | Terraced |
| 2 OTHO PLACE, LAUNCESTON, CORNWALL, PL15 8FN | £185,000 | 28/04/2022 | Terraced |
| 3 WOODA ROAD, LAUNCESTON, CORNWALL, PL15 8BJ | £168,000 | 14/04/2022 | Terraced |
| 5 OTHO PLACE, LAUNCESTON, CORNWALL, PL15 8FN | £185,000 | 28/02/2022 | Terraced |
| 4 OTHO PLACE, LAUNCESTON, CORNWALL, PL15 8FN | £185,000 | 23/02/2022 | Terraced |
| 25 NORTHGATE STREET, LAUNCESTON, CORNWALL, PL15 8BB | £168,000 | 04/02/2022 | Terraced |
| 9 ST THOMAS HILL, LAUNCESTON, CORNWALL, PL15 8BL | £230,000 | 08/10/2021 | Terraced |
| 6 OTHO PLACE, LAUNCESTON, CORNWALL, PL15 8FN | £315,000 | 04/10/2021 | Terraced |
| 13 ST THOMAS HILL, LAUNCESTON, CORNWALL, PL15 8BL | £160,000 | 31/08/2021 | Terraced |
| 36 ST THOMAS HILL, LAUNCESTON, CORNWALL, PL15 8BL | £215,000 | 30/06/2021 | Terraced |
Street average: £106,500 (2 sales)
Area average: £188,268 (14 sales)
Capital growth trend
Land Registry outcode average: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago (from sold prices).
5y growth
34.9%
10y growth
46.9%
House Price Index (HM Land Registry — official index, not sold-price averages): Cornwall. Series: Terraced. As of March 2026.
1y (index)
-2.2%
5y (index)
10.5%
10y (index)
36.8%
Rental Range
Estimated market rent for Cornwall. Low = conservative, Realistic = average, Optimistic = best case.
Low
£902/mo
Realistic
£1,002/mo
Optimistic
£1,102/mo
Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Cornwall.
Location
Address
Castle Street
Nearby
Nearest stations, universities and amenities (distance from property).
| Type | Name | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Shop | The Co-operative Food | 0.1 miles |
| Shop | M&Co | 0.1 miles |
| Bus stop | The Square | 0.1 miles |
| Bus stop | Westgate Street | 0.2 miles |
| Train station | Launceston | 0.2 miles |
| Hospital | Launceston Community Hospital | 0.7 miles |
| Train station | Newmills | 1.9 miles |
| Hospital | Tavistock Hospital | 11.1 miles |
Street-level crime
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 41 |
| Anti-social behaviour | 11 |
| Other theft | 8 |
| Criminal damage and arson | 5 |
| Other crime | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 |
| Public order | 3 |
| Bicycle theft | 1 |
| Drugs | 1 |
| Possession of weapons | 1 |
| Robbery | 1 |
| Total incidents | 79 |
Within 1 mile during Apr 2026. Source: data.police.uk (England & Wales).
Schools nearby
Nearest open schools with Ofsted ratings (England). Closed schools are not shown. Data from Get Information about Schools and Ofsted.
| Name | Type | Distance | Ofsted |
|---|---|---|---|
| Windmill Hill Academy | Primary | 0.3 miles | Good — 27 Feb 2012 |
| St Josephs School | Other | 0.4 miles | — (No rating) |
| Launceston College | Secondary | 0.6 miles | Good — 28 Jun 2023 |
| St Stephens Community Academy | Primary | 0.6 miles | Good — 15 Sep 2024 |
| St Catherine's CofE Primary School | Primary | 0.7 miles | Good — 20 May 2019 |
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Rent-driven metrics
Based on Area rent estimate.
Rent ratio
0.42%
Max investor price (0.8%)
£125,250
Target investor price (1%)
£100,200
- Rent ratio — Monthly rent ÷ purchase price (1% rule). 1%+ = strong, 0.8–1% = okay, <0.8% = weak for cashflow.
- Max investor price — Rent ÷ 0.8%; the price at which rent would be 0.8% of price (Stoke-style target).
- Target investor price — Rent ÷ 1%; the price at which rent would be 1% of price (strong cashflow band).
- Gross yield — Annual rent as % of purchase price (no costs).
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