Launceston lies between Dartmoor and Bodmin Moor, just off the A30 trunk road and one mile from the Devon/Cornwall border. The town was historically known as the Ancient Capital of Cornwall (pronounced Lanson locally) and dates back to Celtic times and is an area of charm and beauty, with easy access to the north and south coast. Launceston is a traditional market town and quintessentially Cornish with its Georgian houses, intricately carved church, narrow streets and market square. The Launceston estate agents advertise an interesting variety of property for sale in and around the town, which should cater for most tastes and requirements. There are developments of new homes for sale in Launceston, detached bungalows located conveniently close to the town centre, apartments in new purpose built blocks, modern family houses, as well as traditional thatched period cottages, Grade II listed town houses and barn conversions.
Amenities for properties in Launceston
The residents of Launceston benefit from a good selection of shopping facilities and amenities. The town centre has national high street retailers, two shopping arcades, major banks and building societies, as well as supermarkets and small well established specialist shops, restaurants and cafés. Additionally there is a library, police station and hospital. The town has a wide range of recreation facilities that include the Phoenix Leisure Centre, two golf courses, and a number of sports clubs. Families considering Launceston property will discover the town and surrounding villages have pre-school groups, primary and secondary schools, with further education available at Launceston College. For train enthusiasts there is Launceston Steam Railway, and for walkers the town lies at the end of two attractive walking routes: the Tamar Valley Discovery Trail and the Two Castles Trail.
Transport for Launceston
Launceston is conveniently located close to the A30, providing residents with fast access to Exeter, Plymouth and Truro. Bus services link the town to various surrounding towns and villages. There are two provincial airports close-by, one at Newquay and one at Plymouth. The nearest mainline railway station is Bodmin Parkway.
Surrounding areas
While searching for property to buy or property to rent in Launceston, you may like to extend your search and explore neighbouring areas and search for property for sale in Wadebridge, Bodmin and Liskeard.
house, 4 bedrooms
Detached split level four bedroom bungalow close to town centre
Enjoying quiet location set away from passing traffic
UPVC double glazing and gas central heating
Scope for internal
house, 2 bedrooms
Superb investment property - current rent level £5,460 per annum paid monthly in advance. Economically and efficiently run property with high standard of insulation, solar panels and excellen
flat, 4 bedrooms
Impressive Grade II listed maisonette in convenient town centre location
Recently renovated to include new roof, re-wiring and sound insulation
Four good sized double bedrooms
Bathro
house, 1 bedroom
A modern 1 bedroom detached park home (not holiday restricted and with 12 month warranty) standing on a level plot with off road parking and attractive gardens. No forward chain.
house, 1 bedroom
Set down from the centre of Launceston is this one bedroom cottage in need of considerable modernisation throughout. Consisting an open plan living/dining room, kitchen, bedroom and bathroom....
house, 2 bedrooms
Having been recently decorated and ready for immediate occupation with no chain is this light and airy 2 bedroom modern house with well enclosed level rear gardens and on street parking. An ideal...
house, 3 bedrooms
Modern terraced home in a favoured residential development close to town
Master bedroom with en-suite facilities and two further comfortable bedrooms
Dual aspect through sitting room
house, 3 bedrooms
Modern three bedroom mid terrace town house in excellent all round condition
Principal reception room opens onto sheltered and sunny rear garden
Attractively fitted and finished with gas
house, 2 bedrooms
Splendid detached bungalow in a quiet and tranquil location close to Launceston town
Sitting room with dividing doorway to dining room, fitted kitchen and bathroom
Garage and gated drivew
house, 4 bedrooms
A brand new four bedroom detached house with en suite master bedroom. With attractive slate hung external elevations and the benefit of a 10 year NHBC warranty. The accommodation briefly...