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Serene chalet on Cornwall’s Roseland Peninsula short track to superb sandy beach

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Chalet Patio
Front Approach
Front Patio, south facing and very sheltered.
Living Room & Dining Area
Dining Area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 660 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Portscatho, Cornwall
  • Place, Falmouth University
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • Place, Gyllyngvase Beach
    ‪33 min drive‬
  • Place, Pendennis Castle
    ‪35 min drive‬
  • Airport, Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Living room 1

1 Double Bed

Master bedroom

1 Double Bed

Second bedroom

2 Single Bunk Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet

En suite

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Serene chalet on Cornwall’s Roseland Peninsula short track to superb sandy beach

This secluded, extra-comfortable and carefully maintained self-catering chalet — a perfect refuge in summer and winter alike — is hidden away in a corner of one of Cornwall’s most unspoiled and beautiful areas, the Roseland Peninsula, bordered on one side by the famous sailing waters of the Carrick Roads, on the other by the English Channel. Set amongst lawns and trees at the very narrowest point of the peninsula, with views over woods and farmland, the chalet is 350 metres from the wonderful sandy Towan beach on one side, and 100 metres from the picture-book winding creek of Froe and its tidal estuary on the other. It offers perfect peace — but also proximity to a unique range of attractions, including the Eden Project with it's spectacular biodomes, the Falmouth Maritime Museum, the Tate at St. Ives and numerous famous gardens. There are some excellent country inns in the vicinity — and a superb 7-day shop in Portscatho, just over a mile away, selling pretty well everything you might need.

The Roseland Peninsula: The Roseland is one of Cornwall’s most special places, a motley of sea- and river-scapes, woods and fields, lanes and churches, pretty beaches. Besides offering infinite scope both for gentle lazing and for vigorous pursuits on land or sea, the Roseland also gives easy access to other areas of Cornwall.

The Chalet: The chalet has been well equipped to offer optimum comfort and convenience in all seasons, with its sunset dining verandah, south facing dining patio, triple-aspect living/dining room, fall-asleep sofa, ubiquitous radiators, well-equipped kitchen with garden views, two bathrooms (one en-suite), and a general air of calm seclusion. The chalet is only a ten minute walk down a track from the lovely Towan beach, without having to cross any roads.

Due to this property's remote location, it is approached by a track of about 350 metres. We have an ordinary family Car and have no problems, but if you do have a low slung vehicle with very little ground clearance then Towan Beach chalet is probably not for you. Car parking is provided at the top of this track.

Besides yourself and your belongings you need only bring kitchen/bathroom consumables, and your own bed linen and towels.

PLEASE NOTE: Guests need to bring their own their own sheets, duvet covers, pillow case covers and other laundry such as tea-towels.

In season there is a Weber charcoal barbecue unit which is situated beside the front patio.
Internet can only be obtained by “tethering” to your mobile phone. Apple use the term “personal hotspot” for this.
NB: Smoking is NOT PERMITTED within the chalet or on the balcony verandah.

Provisions etc.: For provisions, the village of Portscatho (1+ miles) offers an excellent papers-to-popadoms, wine-to-widgets 7-day store. The picturesque resort of St Mawes with its medieval castle and sailing/fishing fleet is 7 miles away, while the towns of Falmouth and Truro are both 14 miles via the ancient chainlink river-crossing, the King Harry Ferry. These latter towns both offer the normal panoply of banks, supermarkets, chain stores etc.
The nearest postcode for satnavs is TR2 5EX. Note: the chalet has no actual postcode. Clients will be sent full travel directions.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Water view

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
There is a secure verandah for drying dogs out.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking on verandah due to fire hazard.
Please leave car in car park at top after unloading.
Dogs must not be allowed to roam unsupervised.

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Truro

Located in Truro, this chalet is in a rural area and on a river. Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and Towan Beach reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Poppy Cottage Garden and Trelissick Gardens. Travelling with kids? Consider Enys Gardens, or check out an event or a game at Aberfal Outdoor Pursuits. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Portscatho, Cornwall

What's nearby

  • Falmouth University - 32 min drive - 31.2 km
  • National Maritime Museum Cornwall - 33 min drive - 31.5 km
  • Gyllyngvase Beach - 33 min drive - 31.6 km
  • Maenporth Beach - 34 min drive - 34.2 km
  • Pendennis Castle - 35 min drive - 32.6 km

Getting around

  • St Austell Station - 29 min drive
  • Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chain Locker - ‬31 min drive
  • ‪The 'Front - ‬31 min drive
  • ‪The Rising Sun - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Hidden Hut - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪5 Degrees West - ‬31 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Serene chalet on Cornwall’s Roseland Peninsula short track to superb sandy beach pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Serene chalet on Cornwall’s Roseland Peninsula short track to superb sandy beach?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Serene chalet on Cornwall’s Roseland Peninsula short track to superb sandy beach?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Serene chalet on Cornwall’s Roseland Peninsula short track to superb sandy beach located?

This family-friendly Truro chalet is located by the sea, within a 10-minute walk of Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and Towan Beach. Porthbeor Beach and Portscatho Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

About the host

Hosted by George Coulsting & Chez Williams

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Why they chose this property

We have recently added a summerhouse to the property which we call the "Storyhouse". This provides a small library/creative space for children and a library/retreat space for adults.

What makes this property unique

Only a ten minute walk down the track to the lovely Towan beach, without having to cross any roads. There is now a café called "Thirstea" above the beach at the National Trust entrance.

Languages:

English, French