Homes for sale in Lifton

Living in Lifton
Green Valley Meadow, is nestled in the tranquil village of Lifton close to the River Thrushel and River Lyd. Located near to the boundaries of Dartmoor National Park, this beautiful village has an interesting past, dating back centuries, with connections to the Saxons, Normans and even Royalty. Lifton really is steeped in history with many local venues available for historical enthusiasts to explore. The village has been long supported by its agricultural and mining heritage and more recently by the dairy industry.

This pretty village is close the border of Dartmoor National Park and is home to around 1700 people. There are a range of local amenities including, a post office, Lifton Community Primary school, 3* Hotel & restaurant, and village pub. The village has been home to the enchanting church of St Mary’s since Norman times, but is considered built no earlier than the 15th Century.

With unbeatable scenery and outdoor space, the location of Lifton ensures that there is plenty to see and do for everyone. From taking advantage of the impressive views on Dartmoor National Park, to taking a trip to one of the many Landmark Trust properties nearby, there is a wealth of outdoor pursuits to enjoy. Lifton offers an efficient bus link to other local destinations and the closest mainline rail link is in Gunnislake, for journeys onward to Plymouth, Cornwall, or Exeter and beyond.

Village life – Nearby local Devon Towns
The nearby town of Launceston offers a variety of supermarkets and independent local shops, as well as recreational and leisure facilities, including outstanding primary schools and a good college – perfected placed from Green Valley Meadow. If you are looking to explore and enjoy vibrant cities visit the nearest city is Plymouth, which is within easy travelling distance. With a large shopping centre, main line railway station and international ferry links, travelling far and wide is effortless. The cities of both Plymouth and Exeter have exceptional universities, with the Cathedral city of Exeter a further 40 miles away.

How to get there – Directions
Postcode for Sat Nav use: PL16 0EH

From Exeter
Starting at Exeter Services Moor Lane, head North. At the roundabout, take the first exit onto Sidmouth Road. At the roundabout take the third exit onto the M5 slip road to Okehampton/Plymouth/Torquay, merge onto the M5 continue for about 3 miles. At junction 31 take the A30 exit to Bodmin/Okehampton continue onto the A30 for about 38.5 miles. Take the exit towards Tavistock B3362 / A384 follow for 0.2 mile. Turn right follow for 0.5 miles, continue onto Fore Street, and follow for 0.3 mile. Turn left onto North Road follow North Road as it curves to the right and the development is on the right, past the school and doctor’s surgery.

From Plymouth
Starting at Marsh Mills roundabout, heading West towards Liskeard A38 / Tavistock A386 merge onto the Devon Express A38. At the roundabout, take the third exist onto Forder Valley Road B3413, at the traffic lights take a slight right onto Novorossiysk Road B3432 follow for about 1.1 mile. At the roundabout, take the first exit onto Plymbridge Road B3432 follow for 1.3 miles, turning right onto Tavistock Road A386 for 0.4 mile, turning left towards Tavistock Road A386 for 240 ft. Continue straight onto Tavistock Road A386 for about 0.6 mile. At the roundabout take the second exit onto the A386 and follow for 1.1mile, turn left and follow for 2.1 mile, turning right for 36ft, turn left and follow for 0.6 mile, turn left follow for 0.8 mile. Turn left and continue for 1.5 mile, with a sharp turn right onto the B3257 follow for about 3.9 mile. At the roundabout, continue straight onto the B3362 for 3 miles, continue straight for 1 mile. Turn left and follow for 0.3 mile, follow the road slightly right for 1.2 miles, following the road slightly left for 3.5 mile, continue onto Leat Road follow for 0.2 mile. Turn left onto Station Road follow for 0.1 mile, turn right onto Old Tinhay follow for 0.2 mile. Turn left onto North Road follow North Road as it curves to the right and the development is on the right, past the school and doctor’s surgery.