No pets allowed Suitable for children No smoking at this property Self-catering
Home description
This unique and stylish garden apartment forms the lower half of a Victorian house situated in the heart of Falmouth. Beautifully refurbished by a local interior designer. it is arranged over two floors, with a charming courtyard and garden to the rear of the property. It is superbly located for those who wish to explore the area by water/foot/cycle/train or car.
Styled in a lovely French rustic manner, the apartment comprises a cosy kitchen diner with modern gas hob, oven, Belfast sink, large 50s style Smeg fridge,with a small utility area-washing machine, under the stairs. Views and access are towards the pretty courtyard and garden.
Stairs rise from the kitchen to the luxury bathroom with its roll top bath, sink and wc. The bedroom/sitting room has a delightful antique styled double bed, sofa, desk and wooden window shutters. There is also a flat screen TV, DVD and CD/radio player.
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The West Country / Cornwall region
Cornwall's scenery really is a north-south divide. The north coast with its wild, dramatic Atlantic coastline is more favourable to those seeking adrenaline sports like surfing, windsurfing, sailboarding and so on. However the idyllic south coast with its lush green meandering coastline, 'Gulf Stream' waters and sub-tropical gardens really are in abundance. With its countless sheltered coves the Fal and Helford area are a Mecca for fishing, boating and sailing enthusiasts.
Cornwall's true wonder is its timelessness, its isolation and geography is its charm. Much of its past is still present and Cornwall's history is one of its key attractions. From Tintagel and the tales of King Arthur, to the Eden Project and The world Heritage Site that is the Cornish Tin Mine, Cornwall has so much to offer and its all on your doorstep. Remember that when your in Cornwall you're never more than 18 miles from the sea!
One of the hidden gems in Cornwall is the former capital town of Lostwithiel which also happens to be a Mecca for antique hunters. On the upper regions of the Foye Estuary the Foye river is the heart of the town with its ancient stone bridge and idyllic trout river it really is a picture box town.
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 primary South Coast Resort and home to the county's maritime heritage. Three local golden sandy beaches which face south, natural beauty, wide range of locally owned shops and antiques galore in the Old High Street, exceptional sailing in Carrick Roads and the Fal Estuary.
Falmouth's natural harbour is the third deepest in the world after Rio de Janeiro and Sydney and provides a picturesque backdrop to the bustling main shopping thoroughfare. From here you can have unsurpassed views of Flushing, St Just in Roseland, St Mawes and Falmouth Bay.
For Divers, five minutes walk towards the docks and near the Maritime Museum, Cornish Divers (01326 311265) operate diving expeditions in and around the Falmouth waters.
Yachtsmen are superbly catered for with world class sailing conditions. Falmouth Yacht Club is a 20 minute walk from the house, and Falmouth School of Sailing only 10 minutes away, call to book your first lesson now on 01326 211311.
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 wide ranging cuisine and traditional Cornish food. Why not try the famous Cornish cream tea, taste in the delights of locally caught seafood, traditional Cornish ice cream, locally farmed organic produce and not to mention 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 30 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!
On those wet days in Falmouth discover Cornwall's maritime roots at the National Maritime Museum located only 10minute walk from the 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.
How to get there
* From M5 motorway or M3 onto A303, both converge at Exeter A30 (Cornwall) and A39 to Falmouth via Truro.
* Train services to Truro and change onto the ‘Maritime Line’ branch train for the short journey to Penmere Station and from there just a 10 minute walk to No.1. 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 on 01326 312280.
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