May take pets - please enquire Suitable for children No smoking at this property Self-catering
Home description
This cottage is maintained to a high standard in a style that’s modern yet homely, cosy yet practical with a welcome pack including wine and fruit juices waiting for you on arrival and with private car parking and central position between the Moor and Discovery Quay makes exploring historic Falmouth a joy!
Located in a quiet 'no through' street 5 minutes walk from the National Maritime Muesum at Discovery Quay which includes various restaurants and a Tesco Metro, 10 minutes walk to the Moor, Gyllyngvase and Castle beaches and 2 minutes to a wide variety of restaurants and cafes on Arwenack Street and with private car parking makes this cottage ideal for exploring Falmouth. You could always indulge yourself with some local delicacies - a Cornish Cream Tea or a Cornish Pasty.
The rear courtyard has wooden decking and is sympathetically lit creating a lovely evening atmosphere. There you will find table, chairs and BBQ and an outside tap for washing down the beach gear. Church House is non-smoking.
View over the Falmouth harbour from Church House
Main bedroom, light and airy
Lounge with two, two seater sofas that turn in to beds
Decked court yard with decking lights and BBQ giving a lovely evening atmosphere
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The West Country / Cornwall region
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Cornwall's scenery changes every couple of miles, from upland heath to wooded river valley, from fishing cottage-dotted fishing coves to wind torn cliffs.
One of the wonders of Cornwall is that, due to its timelessness, its isolation and its geography, much of its past is still apparent. Now Cornwall's history is one of its key attractions. From the romanticism surrounding Tintagel and the tales of King Arthur, to the recent history of the Eden Project, Cornwall is trading on its fascinating and often glorious past and present.
The towns and villages each have their own distinct characters to, from the moonscapes of clay spoil that characterise the area around St Austell to the tightly packed streets and houses of Lostwithiel.
The Cornish have preserved many of their rituals and traditions while others have let them fall by the wayside. Annual events bring people onto the streets. Some of the events we class as sports - see the Hurling and the gig racing in Falmouth - others are feasts, linked to the saints' days of various towns like St Just and St Day.
Cornwall creates a mesmerising romanticism that few leave once they have a taste for it.
Falmouth area
Falmouth is Cornwall's leading South Coast Resort and home to the county's maritime heritage. Here you will find sandy golden beaches, spectacular scenery, specialist shops from local art to antiques and exceptional sailing in Carrick Roads and the Fal Estuary.
Falmouth's natural harbour is the third deepest in the world and provides a picturesque background to the bustling cobbled main shopping street. Unsurpassed views of Flushing, St Just in Roseland, St Mawes, Falmouth Bay and beyond, can be glimpsed between the buildings, or from the charming opes and walkways meandering through the town.
For Divers you are about five minutes walk from Cornish Divers who operate diving expeditions in and around the Falmouth waters.
Yachtsmen are superbly catered for, Falmouth being one of the deepest natural harbour in the world with world class sailing conditions. Falmouth Yacht Club is a 15 minute walk from the house, and Falmouth School of Sailing only 4 minutes away, call Rob to book your first lesson now on 01326 211311.
Falmouth has a great family appeal, non pretentious, a true working port surrounded by beautiful countryside and coastline.
In the main street you will find a delightful mix of shops from individual specialist outlets to well known high street names. Falmouth's abundance of cafés, restaurants and hotels offer a selection of world-wide cuisine and traditional Cornish food. You can indulge in the delights of a Cornish cream tea, taste locally caught seafood, traditionally made ice cream, locally farmed organic produce and don't forget the famous Cornish Pasty!
Sight seeing in the Falmouth area could not be easier - climb aboard one of the many pleasure boats and passenger ferries which ply the local waters to the picturesque St Mawes harbour, Flushing Village, Trelissick Gardens, Smugglers Cottage at Tolverne, Truro and the Helford Passage. For those who prefer terra firma, an open top bus travels continuously in season linking the town beaches and King Henry VIII's Pendennis Castle.
Falmouth is an excellent location for walkers, who can pick up the south-west coastal path nearby; the striking Lizard and Roseland peninsulas are a stone's throw away.
For a fun family day out Flambards theme Park at Helston is only a 15 minute drive away. Established nearly 30 years ago as the Cornwall Aircraft Park the Flambards Experience is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Cornwall. Not only does the Theme Park host the best thrill rides in Cornwall, but also the Flambards Victorian Village and Britain in the Blitz indoor tourist attractions.
Goonhilly Earth Station is only a few minutes further on. This unique experience attracts over 80,000 visitors every year and with over 60 Giant Satellite dishes it is the Largest and Oldest Satellite Station on Earth!
Should you have a wet day in Falmouth discover Cornwall's maritime roots at the National Maritime Museum located only 5 minute walk from Church House. Ships and Castles leisure complex by Pendennis Castle facilities include free-form leisure pool. Open daily throughout the year for family fun with 70 metre flume rapid river ride, ridewave machine jacuzzis plus, swim school - full lesson programme, and for that workout a fitness suite with full cardio & resistance equipment offering daily fitness classes. Ocean Bowl, Falmouth's ten pin bowling alley has 12 lanes, food and bar and is located next to Falmouth Dock station.
* Customs & Festivals during 2008 *
April 25th Trevithick Day, Camborne.
May 1st Obby Oss, Padstow. 8th Flora Day, Helston. 24th Fal River Festival (until 8th June).
June 13th RNLI Sea Shanty Festival. 14th RNLI Sea Shanty Festival – Murdoch Weekend Redruth. 28th Mazey Day.
July 14th Stithians Show.
August 9th Falmouth Classics. 10th - 16th Falmouth Week.
September 10th – 13th Funchal 500 Tall Ships Regatta.
October 16th – 19th Oyster Festival.
Other Cornish events:
*February* St Ives Feast Celebrations, St Columb Hurling
*March* Wadebridge Music & Speech Festival, Cornwall Music Festival Truro
*April* Tresco Marathon, Isles of Silly, Southwest Boat Show
*May* World Pilot Gig Championships, St Ives May Feast, Launceston Steam Rally, Daphne du Maurier Festival, Mabe Shindig, Run to the Sun
*June* Golowan Festival, Murdoch Weekend, Polperro Festival, Royal Cornwall Show
*August* Heyl Fest, Fowey Regatta Week, Wadebridge Folk Festival, Bude Jazz Festival, West of England Steam Rally, Newlyn Fish Festival
*September* Dehwelans, Cornish Gorsedd, St Ives Festival Week
*October* Callington Honey Fair, Lowender Peran Festival
*November* Cornish Film Festival, St Just Feast, Camborne Music festival
*December* Tom Bawcock’s Eve
How to get there
* M5 motorway and the A30 or M3, A30, A303, passing Stone Henge (from London and the South East).
* Train services to Truro and change onto the ‘Maritime Line’ branch train for the short journey to Falmouth Town which is a 950m walk or 2 minute taxi ride from Church House. You may wish to pre-book a taxi: Century Taxis: +44 (0) 1326 212000.
* Car rental is available at Dell Garage next Falmouth Town Station which offer a drop off and pick-up service do call Alan on 01326 312280.
* Newquay International Airport (26 miles) or private flights may use Newquay International Airport or, by arrangement with the Royal Navy, the Culdrose Air Station (8 miles). My personnel favourite is Perranporth Airfield (20) call Tony on 01872 552266. Landing over the cliffs on 09 never disappoints!
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
Newquay: 39 km
Railway:
Falmouth Town
Activities near Falmouth
Sports: Tennis in town Watersports Waterpark Horse Riding Golf less than 15 mins walk Fishing
Great for: Walking holidays Rural / countryside retreats Beach or lakeside relaxation A winter sun break Good nightlife City breaks Cycling holidays
Facilities
Luxuries:
Internet access, DVD player, Sea view
General:
Central heating, TV, CD player, Satellite TV, Wi-fi available
Sofabeds (2), Single beds (2), Double beds (1), Cots (1), Dining seating for 4, Lounge seating for 4, Sleeps maximum of 4
Other:
Linen and towels provided. Highchair available.
Outdoors:
Private garden, BBQ
Access:
Parking space
Further details indoors: On three levels the house boasts a high view over the Penryn River from the main bedroom. At ground level a breakfast bar and kitchen with stairs to the cosy lounge and sun trapping court yard.
You will find a double in the main bedroom and 6' x 3' bunks in the second. This is complemented by very comfortable sofa beds in the lounge facilitating alternative sleeping for couples if required.
Home comforts include complementary TV + free view, DVD (and DVD's) WiFi internet access for your lap top and board games.
Further details outdoors: Church House offers a well lit handy side entrance for wet beach gear storage and outside tap, leading to the court yard with BBQ. Two Surf Canoes at the cottage are free to guests staying for two weeks.
Further details
Assistance - the owners live close by and are on hand should you require any help or assistance during your stay.
Conditions
• 25% of the rental fee is required in advance to hold your dates.
• Pets - dogs are welcome at the cottage but we stipulate that they do not enter the bedrooms and do not sit on the sofas. Any cleaning specifically of sofas relating to your dog will incur an extra cleaning charge.
• Towels - supplied for use in the cottage but not as beach towels.
• Strictly no smoking.
Rental rates
Rental prices originally quoted in: British £
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Period
From
To
Weekly
Nightly rate
Minimum stay
Weekday
Weekend
May
1 May 08
25 May 08
380£ 380
9090
9090
1 Night
Summer Half Term
25 May 08
1 Jun 08
430£ 430
9090
9090
1 Night
June
1 Jun 08
1 Jul 08
380£ 380
9090
9090
1 Night
July
1 Jul 08
1 Aug 08
500£ 500
9090
9090
1 Night
August
1 Aug 08
1 Sep 08
635£ 635
9090
9090
1 Night
September
1 Sep 08
8 Sep 08
430£ 430
9090
9090
1 Night
Tall Ships Week
8 Sep 08
15 Sep 08
635£ 635
9090
9090
1 Night
September
15 Sep 08
1 Oct 08
430£ 430
9090
9090
1 Night
October
1 Oct 08
1 Nov 08
290£ 290
7070
7070
1 Night
November
1 Nov 08
22 Dec 08
245£ 245
7070
7070
1 Night
Xmas & New Year
22 Dec 08
6 Jan 09
635£ 635
9090
9090
1 Night
January
6 Jan 09
14 Feb 09
275£ 275
7070
7070
1 Night
Spring Half Term
14 Feb 09
23 Feb 09
435£ 435
9090
9090
1 Night
February
23 Feb 09
4 Apr 09
275£ 275
7070
7070
1 Night
Easter Holiday
4 Apr 09
20 Apr 09
440£ 440
9090
9090
1 Night
April
20 Apr 09
1 May 09
295£ 295
7070
7070
1 Night
May
1 May 09
23 May 09
389£ 389
9090
9090
1 Night
Summer Half Term
23 May 09
1 Jun 09
440£ 440
9090
9090
1 Night
June
1 Jun 09
1 Jul 09
385£ 385
9090
9090
1 Night
July
1 Jul 09
18 Jul 09
515£ 515
9090
9090
1 Night
Summer Holiday
18 Jul 09
7 Sep 09
655£ 655
9090
9090
1 Night
September
7 Sep 09
1 Oct 09
435£ 435
9090
9090
1 Night
October
1 Oct 09
22 Dec 09
290£ 290
7070
7070
1 Night
Christmas & New Year
22 Dec 09
5 Jan 10
655£ 655
9090
9090
1 Night
231
The owner's weekend rates apply to: Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights
NB: Prices may be subject to change at the owner's discretion. Free surf canoes (2) for every 2 week booking.
Refundable £100 security deposit required with final balance payment.
We accept payments by cheque, bank transfer or over the phone by: American Express MasterCard Solo UK Maestro VISA VISA Debit/Delta VISA Electron.
This is all inclusive of bills with linen and towels provided. (not as beach towels!).
Guestbook
"We had a lovely stay at Church House, what a fantastic location you have there, we didn't use our car at all during our stay which was great, we walked miles! We felt totally at home as soon as we arrived and were very comfortable in the house throughout our stay." - Best Wishes, Julie, Martin, Rebecca and Joe, Sheffield.
"New year in Falmouth was truly amazing. We had the time of our lives. The setting was great and the people very welcoming. The quality of Church House is brilliant and it's location is perfect for exploring both Falmouth and Cornwall. Eating-out in Falmouth is superb and there is a large choice of good quality restaurants." - Matt & Haley, Salisbury, Wiltshire.
“Really enjoyed our short stay. A good central position to be. Hope to come again.” – Paula, John, Katharine, Somerset.
“Church House was a great stay for our family. Our favourite places to go were Gyllyngvase Beach with it’s trail to Swanpool Beach, Pendennis Castle was worth the £5 admission, The Maritime Museum was very interesting. Our favourite trip was to Lizard Point.” – Jason & Tatiana, Washington, USA.
"What a little gem, everything you need for a great holiday. Church House is in an ideal location. Feel a lot fitter after climbing all the steps. Lighthouse chip shop is really good to eat at. Will recommend to all our friends and family.” – John & Chris Dyde, Nuneaton, Warwickshire.
“Had a great time staying at Church House Cottage, it felt like home. There are so many things to do and see in Falmouth. Thank you for a lovely stay + great holiday. Will definitely recommend to family and friends.” – Simon & Vicky Morley, Bromley, Kent.
“Great location and superbly, comfortably & thoughtfully furnished. We had lots of days & meals out, all really within easy reach of here. We will definitely come again. Thank you.” – Kev, Julis, Emily & Lucy Murray, Somerset.
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