Located on fourteen acres of the far west shores of Cornwall, this country cottage is nestled into the fields just above Porthilly Cove in Rock with spectacular views across the Camel Estuary. A designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the property lies at the doorstep of the famous Camel Trail cycle path overlooking the windswept landscape and waterways. Built in the 18th century, the cottage shares the site and facilities with the main farmhouse next door, with ample room and privacy for everyone.

The owners’ background in hospitality extends from England to Switzerland with a portfolio of holiday rentals that focus on sophisticated interior design and creature comforts. Following two years of restoration, the house has been outfitted with cleverly integrated state of the art technology with a keen eye for detail and a homey mix of English and Scandinavian furnishings and decor. The open plan kitchen and dining area are adjacent to the sitting room with fireplace and study with much of the original exposed beam and flagstone and oak flooring intact. There’s a media room that can double as a twin bedroom and playroom and each of the bedrooms upstairs are decorated with differing themes and cozy comforts.

Surrounding by lush gardens, the outdoor terrace is designed for al fresco dining with shared access to the tennis court, vegetable garden, pool and jacuzzi. 

ADDITIONAL FEATURES

Optional private chef available for full catering and grocery selection in addition to a hand picked welcome kit of tea, coffee, home made jam, granola, freshly baked bread and cake, butter, milk and eggs. Egyptian cotton sheets, Jo Malone toiletries, midweek cleaning included (daily cleaning available on request with additional cost). Wifi throughout, three cable TVs, two skyboxes, two DVD players, Wii console, with iPod docking stations in each bedroom and Crestron music system throughout. A selection of wetsuits and body boards available for guests’ use (sizing varies). Recommendations for local restaurants, shopping with optional child care and tennis instruction available.  

AROUND 

The wild and rugged Cornish peninsula features stunning coastline and windswept moorlands leading to the famous far south west promontory of Land’s End. Bordered with some of the areas best beaches, the Rock region of North Cornwall has been designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and is situated along the Camel Estuary. Just across the estuary is the charming fishing port town of Padstow. Located at the head of the Camel River, it’s a well known foodie destination with great restaurants and shops as well as the start and end point for the amazing Camel Cycle Trail. The South West Coast Path is the place to stroll for miles and the legend of King Arthur lives on at nearby Tintagel Castle, a magical medieval ruin perched high above the sea. The long white Padstow beach stretches from the town of Padstow to Hawkers Cove while nearby Daymer Bay features dunes and rock pools and Polzeath is a surfers’ paradise. Both Harlyn Bay and Booby’s Bay are great for surfing and families alike, while Constance Bay is best left to the pros. The delightful village of Port Isaac is worth a visit and Plymouth is an hour east.

LOCATION

Cornwall, England. Nearest Airport: Newquay Cornwall Airport (30 mins)

BEST TIME TO VISIT: Spring through summer for lovely weather

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