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Whitewalls Cottage,
3 Whitewalls,
Mithian,
St Agnes,
Truro
TR5 0QF
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Whitewalls Cottage,
St Agnes,
Cornwall
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Grade II Listed cottage close to St Agnes. Short Breaks available. Sorry, no pets
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The picturesque village of Mithian is situated just inland from the North Cornish coastline in a gentle peaceful valley. This lovely cottage, built c.1750, is cool in the summer and offers a small private garden seating area and cosily warm in the winter with its’ open hearth and snug living room. Whitewalls Cottage sits in a cluster of thatched cottages and is just 50 yards away from the Miners Arms, the villages’ 16th century inn. The inn boasts a beautiful Elizabethan courtyard and serves food every day for you to relax and enjoy after a long day. If a more formal restaurant is your wish, the 18th century Rose-in-Vale country house with its’ rose covered exterior will tick all the boxes. It possesses a mouth-watering menu and is a leisurely ten minute stroll to the other end of the village.
Perhaps your idea of an idyllic break is to sit and read a good book in the sunshine or stroll along and admire local handicrafts? St Agnes’ craft trail will delight you then. In addition to its’ eclectic mix of art galleries, craft workshops and museums, nearby St Agnes offers all the amenities a guest could need including a bakery, butchers, banks, post office, chemist, library and food shopping . There is also a good variety of cafés and pubs in St Agnes and, of course, a fish and chip shop for a fresh fish supper by the sea.
This area is a walkers’ paradise as it offers everything from a stroll through leafy woods in the Jericho Valley to hiking and clambering over rocks at Trevellas Cove just 35 minute walk away. A short hike over the cliff top to Trevaunance Cove can take walkers to the Driftwood Spars, the local public house, before the return trip home. Perranporth is only 5 miles up the coast and guests can walk along the coastal path and get there in about an hour and a half. After taking in the breath-taking views across the Celtic Sea and refreshing themselves guest can either walk back along quiet country lanes or take the local bus if they wish.
If walking is not your interest then perhaps surfing at one of the many North Coast beaches can offer more of a thrill. Many of the beaches offer surf schools for beginners and those who might like a quick refresher course before hitting the waves. Of course other watersports facilities are available too and the nearest suitable beaches for either watersports or surfing are Chapel Porth, Trevaunance Cove and Perranporth.
There are numerous bicycle routes and cycleways criss-crossing the area and cyclists can chose from quiet country lanes or the longer and more challenging Portreath to Devoran cycleway which follows the old mineral tram road. Bring your own bicycle or they can be hired at Bissoe (8 miles away) or the Bike Barn near Porthtowan (6 miles away). Some other outdoor pursuits nearby include deep sea fishing, a riding stables and a cliff top golf course in Perranporth. With so many activities you are sure to find one to suit.
Within an hour’s drive of Whitewalls there are many attractions; from a boat trip along the River Fal from Truro to Falmouth or a wander around National Trust Gardens at Trelessick and Gendurgan to a walk out to St Michael’s Mount when the tide is right. Favourite places to dine are the historical Pandora Inn at Restronguet Passage with its thatched roof and great food, and Lewinnick Lodge on Pentire Headland for its simple, fresh seasonal fare. For a wonderful way to end the day sit here for an evening drink and watch the sunset.
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- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 1 bathroom (with shower enclosure)
- stereo system (with CD player)
- TV and DVDs, music centre, books
- Washing machine/dryer
- Open fireplace
- Small private courtyard garden
- Heating by storage heaters
- 2 miles to coastal town of St Agnes
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- Newquay Airport – 15 miles
- Station – Truro (7 miles)
- Pubs and restaurants – 5 to 10 minute walk
- Good local shops and stores in St Agnes
- Local ice cream maker 2 miles at Callestick Farm
- 2 miles to the sea
- Walking, cycling, surfing, golf
- Thriving local artistic and craft community
- Many places of historical interest
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Accommodation:
Entry to the cottage is gained through the side gate into a private sunny courtyard filled with colourful plant pots and a bench for two. The stable door opens into the simply decorated ground floor which comprises the small but perfect for two galley kitchen. Here, everything is at your fingertips with a hob, oven, microwave, fridge, toaster, kettle and ample cooking utensils, crockery and cutlery for two. Tea towels, iron and board and cleaning supplies are all provided. There is even a washer/dryer.
In the cosy sitting room there is comfortable seating in front of a slate and stone open hearth and beautiful exposed beams overhead. Some coal and kindling are provided to get that first fire started. The dining table is positioned under the window allowing sunshine to spill across it whilst you have your morning coffee and plan your day. A TV with an integrated DVD player and Freeview digital TV and radio channels can entertain you when you just feel like staying in. A CD player/radio with MP3/iPod connection is also provided for your use. Plenty of books on the shelves and local information and maps will help you get the most from your visit.
The bedroom echoes the blue and white theme from downstairs with matching mats on the dark wood floors alongside the comfortable double bed. Plenty of light is provided for reading in bed and a bedside cabinet with storage and a clock radio for those mornings you might want to be up and out early. Wonderful natural light floods in from the double aspect windows to the front and side of the bedroom. Ample wardrobe space is available for both hanging and folded items and even room for your walking shoes. Although bedlinen is provided please note that you need to bring your own towels. Don’t forget the beach towels too.
Also on the ground floor is the shower room, complete with a fan heater for staying cosy after a warm shower, and the basin and w.c. There is a mirror, an electric shaving point, a hair dryer and a storage cupboard for your toiletries so everything stays ship shape. Further heating for the cottage is storage heating in the sitting room and bedroom.
Outside there is parking on the road in front of the cottage. Unfortunately, due to the steep stairs up to the bedroom, it would be unsuitable for either the elderly, infirm or young children for safety reasons.
What's included:
Electricity is included in the rent and logs for the fire. Bed linen is provided but please bring your own towels.
Directions:
Mithian is about 3 miles from A30 trunk road. Take the B3284 Perranporth road at Chybucca junction and follow signs to Mithian. The cottage is in the centre of the village, near the pub.
Change over day is normally a Saturday but very flexible. Check in time is after 3pm and check out is by 10.00am Short breaks are available on request.
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