Photos and Description of this Cornwall holiday cottage
Tel: (01244) 500531 - when calling about this property, please quote ref '2653'
This is a one time fisherman's net-loft hidden away in a small courtyard, set back from the narrow main street running down to the picturesque harbour in Mevagissey. This charming cottage, has a woodburning stove, beams, wood panelled walls and a sun trap garden, it is the perfect holiday home. Take a stroll down to the harbour to watch the fishermen land their catch and buy your supper straight off the boats, or explore the selection of shops, pubs and restaurants Mevagissey has to offer. Attractions such as The Eden Project, The Lost Gardens of Heligan, the Shipwreck Centre at Charlestown or the stunning coastline, stunning beaches and renowned gardens of the beautiful Roseland Peninsula are all within easy driving distance. This really is Cornwall at its best. About the area: Truro is 16 miles away. The perfect Cornish fishing village, with winding cobbled streets and a harbour full of boats. Beautiful walks lead along the coast in both directions, with sandy beaches, high cliffs and hidden coves to explore. In the village there is an excellent selection of pubs and restaurants, while just up the road are the Lost Gardens of Heligan. A ferry from Mevagissey to Fowey also runs daily between Easter and September. Spend some time at the Tall Ships harbour at Charlestown (7 miles) with its fish smokery and shipwreck museum, or among the tropical biomes of the world famous Eden Project (11 miles). The stunning coastline, fabulous beaches and renowned gardens of the beautiful Roseland Peninsula are a short drive down the coast while Truro, with its shops, restaurants, theatre and cathedral can be reached by car in half an hour. Amenities: Electric storage heating throughout with additional heating from woodburning stove in sitting room. Electric cooker, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine, colour TV, DVD player. All fuel and power inc in rent. Bed linen and towels inc in rent. Loading/unloading outside courtyard entrance only - then move car to main town car park (500 yards, costs approx 35 per week). Small enclosed rear garden with furniture and BBQ. Sorry no pets and no smoking. Pubs, restaurants and shops 2 mins walk. Note: Uneven courtyard approach, slope and steep cottage stairs may make this property unsuitable for young children or the infirm