The Watch House

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House |1 bedroom |Sleeps 4

Gorran Haven in West Country

From £260 per week |  From £55 per night

1 night minimum stay

Changeover Saturday

4 out of 5

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Key info  Beach or lakeside relaxation, car advised, may take pets - please enquire

About the home

The Watch House was built about 150 years ago by the Coastguards to control smuggling. Located at the heart of the beach, no boat could enter the bay or person move on the beach or harbour wall without being seen from the bay window. Now, YOU can enjoy these stunning beach, harbour and cliff views whilst relaxing in the modernised first floor watch rooms in comfort unimagined by the Victorian Coastguards.

The Watch House has been carefully converted to protect the historical character and integrity of the building while comfortably sleeping two adults or a family of four. The bedroom has twin three-foot beds and the lounge has a folding double wall bed with spring interior mattress that folds away by day. Many of our returning guests prefer to use the folding wall bed so they can wake up to the sound of the waves on the beach and enjoy the unique views.

The Watch House is ideal for a traditional family beach holiday, walking the scenic South West coastal paths to Mevagissey or The Dodman and beyond or as a base for visiting Eden or the Lost Gardens of Heligan or the many other attractions that Cornwall has to offer.

Facilities

Further details indoors:
The lounge has built-in seats in the bay window to enjoy the views, easy chairs, a dining area, TV with Freeview channels, DVD player and VCR and an electric flame effect fire. By day, the double bed with spring interior matress folds away fully made behind folding doors.

The galley kitchen is fully equipped for four including an electric cooker with four rings, fridge with separate freezer section and microwave.

The bedroom has two 3 foot single beds.

The shower room has an electric shower, WC, washbasin and shaver point.

The cost of electricity is included in the rental. Night storage heaters in lounge, bedroom and bathroom for early and late lets.

Bed linen and towels are not provided. Duvets and pillows are provided but please bring your own covers.

No smoking in the apartment.

Further details outdoors:
A small boat can be kept on the private slipway in front of The Watch House.

Conditions

Availability is kept up to date.

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The Watch House from the quay

 

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The Watch House

 

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View from lounge with wall bed closed

 

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Wall bed folded down for use

The West Country / Cornwall region

The internationally renowned Lost Gardens of Heligan are about 4 miles away and the Eden Project is about 15 miles away. Other notable Cornish Gardens including Caerhays Castle, Trelissick, Trewithen, Pine Lodge, the National Trust owned properties of Trelissick gardens and Lanhydrock house and gardens are in easy driving distance. The Rhododendrons, Magnolias and Camellias are at their most spectacular in March and April.

On the other side of The Dodman headland, Caerhays Castle holds a national collection of Magnolias and extensive collections of Camellias and Rhododendrons including some of the original introductions into the UK. The whole garden covers some sixty acres and even in March and April at the height of the Cornish spring flowering season it has a peaceful, tranquil atmosphere.

Mevagissey with its famous double harbour has many fish restaurants and gift shops in its narrow streets. A seasonal ferry service operates to Fowey.

The valley from Pentewan to St. Austell has a footpath and cycle trail along the route of the old narrow gauge railway. Cycles can be hired at Pentewan. The Camel Trail from Bodmin to Padstow follows the route of the old railway can easily be reached. Cycles can be hired along the route.

The Watch House is ideally located for visiting Cornwall’s unique World Heritage Mining sites. The man made harbour of Charlestown is about 10 miles away near St Austell and the other designated areas are within easy driving distance. Just inland from St Austell is the China Clay Museum that records the history of the industry responsible for the white ‘Cornish Alps’ in the centre of the country and the 'hole in the ground' that is now Eden.

The National Maritime Museum at Falmouth can be reached by driving directly to Falmouth or by driving to St Mawes and catching the passenger ferry across one of the world’s deepest natural harbours. Another option is to drive to Truro and take one of the Enterprise passenger boats down the scenic River Fal estuary to Falmouth.

The Tate St Ives Gallery is another attraction that can easily be visited in a day.

Major supermarkets are located at St. Austell (ASDA and Tesco) or Truro (Marks & Spencer, Sainsbury and Tesco).

The Gorran Haven area

Gorran Haven’s major attraction is its golden yellow sand and small harbour. Children enjoy the timeless delights of building sandcastles, damming the small stream and playing in the sea. A modern sewage treatment works with UV treatment ensures the bathing waters meet European standards.

Fishermen can fish from the quay or cliffs and seasonal boat trips operate from the village or Mevagissey. Boat moorings can be rented from the local Fishermen’s Society who own the harbour. A small boat can be berthed on the private slipway at the front of The Watch House.

Gorran Haven has an award winning convenience shop with Post Office, newsagent and bakery where fresh bread and pasties are still baked on the premises. The Llawnroc public house serves real ales, bar food and has a family restaurant. A mix of seasonal tearooms, cafes, gift shops and a fish and chip shop compete for the summer visitors’ patronage. The village also has a hairdressing salon.

The South West Coastal Path passes through the village and the village is surrounded by some of the more spectacular cliffs on the Cornish South coast. The Coastal Path can be followed in one direction to Mevagissey and to the majestic National Trust owned Dodman head in the other direction. It is possible to walk to or from Mevagissey and use the bus in the other direction.

Gorran Haven has a Community Bus that runs regular services and special day trips which visitors are welcome to book seats on. There is also a scheduled weekday bus service to St. Austell via Mevagissey and the Lost Gardens of Heligan.

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Reviews

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06 Jun 2011

“beautiful views” This flat has beautiful views and you could not get any closer to the beach. The flat was spotless clean and has everything you could possibly need. My children cried when we left. They loved being... more

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Guestbook for The Watch House

Hi Steve , just wanted to say we had a wonderful time at The Watch House.what an amazing view . We will be back for sure . Thankyou very much
Kind Regards Karen

Hello Steve
We had a lovely time in the Watch House. It was very comfortable and in such a fantastic position. I have been spreading the word about your house so I fully expect you to get some more bookings.
Best wishes Wendy

Rental prices

Prices for group size 4
Period	From	To	Weekly	Nightly rate		Minimum  stay
				Weekday	Weekend
	3 Oct 10	23 Oct 10	280£ 280	0-	0-	1 Week
	23 Oct 10	27 Nov 10	260£ 260	5555	6060	3 Nights
	26 Feb 11	23 Apr 11	280£ 280	5555	6060	3 Nights
	23 Apr 11	30 Apr 11	400£ 400	0-	0-	1 Week
	30 Apr 11	14 May 11	280£ 280	0-	0-	1 Week
	14 May 11	28 May 11	310£ 310	0-	0-	1 Week
	28 May 11	4 Jun 11	400£ 400	0-	0-	1 Week
	4 Jun 11	18 Jun 11	360£ 360	0-	0-	1 Week
	18 Jun 11	2 Jul 11	400£ 400	0-	0-	1 Week
	2 Jul 11	23 Jul 11	460£ 460	0-	0-	1 Week
	23 Jul 11	27 Aug 11	620£ 620	0-	0-	1 Week
	27 Aug 11	3 Sep 11	460£ 460	0-	0-	1 Week
	3 Sep 11	17 Sep 11	380£ 380	0-	0-	1 Week
	17 Sep 11	1 Oct 11	300£ 300	0-	0-	1 Week
	1 Oct 11	29 Oct 11	280£ 280	0-	0-	1 Week
	29 Oct 11	26 Nov 11	280£ 280	5555	6060	3 Nights
	10 Mar 12	6 Apr 12	280£ 280	0-	0-	Flexible
	6 Apr 12	14 Apr 12	400£ 400	0-	0-	1 Week
	14 Apr 12	5 May 12	280£ 280	0-	0-	1 Week
	5 May 12	2 Jun 12	320£ 320	0-	0-	1 Week
	2 Jun 12	9 Jun 12	400£ 400	0-	0-	1 Week
	9 Jun 12	16 Jun 12	360£ 360	0-	0-	1 Week
	16 Jun 12	7 Jul 12	400£ 400	0-	0-	1 Week
	7 Jul 12	20 Jul 12	500£ 500	0-	0-	1 Week
	20 Jul 12	1 Sep 12	620£ 620	0-	0-	1 Week
	1 Sep 12	8 Sep 12	460£ 460	0-	0-	1 Week
	8 Sep 12	15 Sep 12	380£ 380	0-	0-	1 Week
	15 Sep 12	29 Sep 12	320£ 320	0-	0-	1 Week
	29 Sep 12	27 Oct 12	280£ 280	0-	0-	1 Week
	27 Oct 12	24 Nov 12	280£ 280	0-	0-	Flexible

The property's weekend rates apply to: Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights

NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.

Short breaks available outside of main holiday period. Please ask.

The Watch House is closed during December, January and February.

Availability

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4 years listed You are contacting Stephen Dadda Landline +44 02380 776928 Mobile n/a Languages spoken The owner is based in the United Kingdom and has advertised with Holiday Lettings since 2007. This house has received 1 review from previous guests.