In the heart of Falmouth, this 1605 historic home offers a charming blend of old and new. Unwind in one of two living rooms, one with a beautiful wood burning fire or enjoy exclusive use of the ground floor featuring an indoor heated swimming pool, games room and large family kitchen.
Reviews
7.07.0 out of 10
Good
Entire home
4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 10
Popular amenities
Pool
Spa pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
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About this property
Beautiful Large Cottage by the Sea with Hot Tub and Indoor Swimming Pool
Under new management as of April 2020 Dating from 1605 this beautiful home is one of the oldest houses in Falmouth. When it was built it was a house for sea Captains and rumour has it that the fireplace in the living room, which was a gift from one of the Captain's, hides a secret passage leading to Pendennis Castle that was used to flee from invaders... Nowadays it is a large detached home that has been lovingly restored to give it a fresh feel that compliments the original features and charm of the property.
The property normally sleeps up to 25 people across 12 bedrooms on 3 floors, however due to the new government restrictions, we are closing the top floor and half of the first floor of the property leaving guests exclusive use of the entire ground floor which has a double en suite room, a twin room following onto a double room with ensuite shower room as well as 2 bedrooms on the first floor, both doubles one of which is ensuite, and the main family bathroom with large bathtub. On the ground floor there are 2 living rooms one of which has a beautiful wood burning fire, a games room, a large dining room, an indoor heated swimming pool, 3 outdoor areas and a large family kitchen with an aga that really is the heart of the home. Every bed is comfortable and inviting with 200 count Egyptian cotton bed linen, soft towels are also provided for everyone. All the rooms have been freshly decorated and feel light and airy whilst the living rooms are cosy and comfortable with large sofas to relax in the evening. The house is completely detached and set in its own grounds with 2 lawned gardens and a large courtyard that boasts an outdoor dining area and BBQ. It is suitable for all age groups as it has plenty of facilities to keep everyone entertained and is large enough that everyone has their own space. (Please see the house layout at the bottom) We have a 6 seater hot tub, a large indoor heated swimming pool with inflatable toys provided and a fully equipped games room with games table and board games. We have a large car park on site that can hold up to 7 cars and free Wifi.
We are situated just 300 meters from the beautiful Gyllyngvase beach where you can relax and enjoy the scenic views or for the more adventurous there are a range of water sports on offer such as paddleboarding and kayaking. We are in walking distance via the coatal path to 3 other of Falmouth's beaches - Castle beach, Swanpool beach and Maenporth Beach, all of which have activities available, cafes/restaurants and are dog friendly in the winter months. For the keen golfers there is a course less than 5 minutes drive away and for the less advanced there is miniature golf and pitch and put. Falmouth Town is a 5 minute walk away where there are plenty of pubs, bars, cafes and shops and restaurants including the famous Rick Stein's fish restaurant. The town is also home to the multi award winning National Maritime Museum which boasts 15 galleries, a 100 foot look out and an underwater zone. We are a short walk away from the train station so are easily accessible by car or public transport. Falmouth is half way down Cornwall's coast so is an ideal base to explore the rest of the county. The Helford River which is known locally as The Cornish Riviera and was immortalised by Daphnie Du Maurier is 15 minutes away by car or enjoy a water cruise along the river from Falmouth Harbour. Other famous attractions such as the Eden Project, Land's End, The Lost Gardens of Heligan, The Minack Theatre and The Tate St Ives are all easily reachable. So no matter what your interests, hobbies or holidays preferences there really is something for everyone!
If you are celebrating at the house for an occasion or you simply want to make your stay extra special then just let us know and we can arrange to have things like champagne on arrival, Belgian chocolates in the rooms or a luxury welcome hamper filled with Cornish delicacies.
Floor plan over three floors:
Ground floor: 1 x ground floor family suite - twin with TV leading to double room with en-suite shower, basin and WC, 1 x ground floor double with en suite shower. 2 x living rooms (one with grand piano and fireplace), 1 x large dining room, 1 x kitchen with electric cooker and aga, 1 x games room, 2 x WC. Outside utility room.
First floor 3 x double with TV’s and en-suite shower, basin and WC, 1 x twin with TV. Main bathroom with large bath. Please note that due to the COVID-19 Government restrictions, only 2 of the bedrooms will be available for use in order to comply with social distancing measures.
Second floor 1 x twin room with TV, 1 x double with TV, 1 x twin with TV and en-suite shower, basin and WC, 1 x single with TV. Separate shower room with WC Please note that due to the COVID-19 Government restrictions, this floor will not be available for use in order to comply with social distancing measures.
Outside: 1 x large courtyard with outdoor dining and BBQ area which leads onto the indoor heated swimming pool, 1 x back lawned garden with hot tub, front lawned garden with flower beds and picnic tables.
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Beach loungers
Pool/Spa
Heated pool
Hot tub
Indoor pool
Private pool
Internet
Available in the house: WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Breakfast available for a fee
Chef service
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms
Egyptian cotton sheets
Bathroom
4 bathrooms
Bathtub
Hair dryer
Shower
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Fireplace
Living room
Wood stove
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Games
TV
Video library
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Housekeeping on request
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near a zoo
Near the bay
Near the marina
Near the sea
Things to do
Arcade/game room
Billiards/pool table
Foosball table
Heated pool
Table tennis
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Rafting nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Spelunking nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Theme park nearby
Water skiing nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Winery tours nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
About the area
Located in Falmouth, this holiday home is near theme parks and near the beach. National Maritime Museum Cornwall and Falmouth Art Gallery are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Discovery Quay and The Old Cider Barn Arts and Crafts Centre. Travelling with kids? Consider Ocean Bowl and Falmouth Aquarium. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and horse riding nearby. Visit our Falmouth travel guide
Does Beautiful Large Cottage by the Sea with Hot Tub and Indoor Swimming Pool have a pool?
Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.
Is Beautiful Large Cottage by the Sea with Hot Tub and Indoor Swimming Pool pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much is parking at Beautiful Large Cottage by the Sea with Hot Tub and Indoor Swimming Pool ?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Beautiful Large Cottage by the Sea with Hot Tub and Indoor Swimming Pool ?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Beautiful Large Cottage by the Sea with Hot Tub and Indoor Swimming Pool ?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Beautiful Large Cottage by the Sea with Hot Tub and Indoor Swimming Pool located?
This family-friendly Falmouth holiday home is located by the sea, within a 10-minute walk of Falmouth University, National Maritime Museum Cornwall and Gyllyngvase Beach. Falmouth Aquarium and Ocean Bowl are also within 15 minutes. Falmouth Town Station is 7 minutes by foot and Falmouth Docks Station is 14 minutes.
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Beautiful Large Cottage by the Sea with Hot Tub and Indoor Swimming Pool Reviews
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This property is ideal for a large group of people. Lots of bed choices - we were able to sleep 18 people very comfortably in rooms of their choice. The large kitchen and sitting rooms are large enough for everyone to be together if they chose to be. The dining room fitted us all too. Swimming pool and hot tub were well used. The location is perfect for Falmouth town and the beaches. All in all a very enjoyable stay. Thank you.
Fab location with the swimming pool being a favourite with the grandchildren.
The down side was the building was quite tired looking, the access to hot water for bath and showers was non existent with only one shower with hot water but that shower tray overflowed. The bath didn’t hold water - plug didn’t hold it
The outside furniture was broken, one of our party nearly had an accident when it gave way.
It would have been helpful for somebody to meet us at the property to show us where everything was.
Property was not clean when we arrived, despite assurances from owner. We were unable to use various facilities, including oven, cooker hood, table tennis, pool table etc. Beds were uncomfortable and some rooms cold and damp... 50% of party departed 24 hours early.
Garry M.
Verified
4/10 Poor
Michael C.
17 Dec 2019
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
The pool was a key reason for renting and it was cold
The pool was freezing we could not use it,Monday the day we left a man turned up to sort the problem as the school children had reported it was cold.the two ground floor rooms the towels were filthy.Room 9 there was a used tissue between the pillows, room4 the radiator did not work at all.
Wonderful house in great location. Ideal for big family groups
We really loved the house. The location is perfect - a short walk from the beach and close to convenient things like supermarkets.
The layout was great for a large group of people with plenty of privacy as well as communal areas, a huge kitchen, more than adequate fridge/freezer space and a courtyard garden with a BBQ (sadly it rained a lot so we didn't get full use of that). As a family group it was good having the swimming pool and games room on the premises for rainy days, we also enjoyed the hot tub in the garden.
The property itself was quirky and interesting. An old house that has presumably been extended a few times over the years with the building surrounding a courtyard, which creates a nice private outdoor space as well as gardens on the outside.
If you're looking for somewhere that feels like home - only bigger and somewhere by the sea - then it's perfect. I only gave three stars for cleanliness because it wasn't spotless and had a lived-in feel but the bedrooms/beds/towels were all clean and it was fine. Just not hotel clean. There were a few issues that could be resolved with more thorough checks between visitors and a bit of maintenance - a leak into a kitchen drawer and a defrosted freezer that needed cleaning out for example - but nothing major.
The owner was great to deal with, very helpful and quick to respond to messages. We really enjoyed our stay and I would happily book it again. Thank you.