A Sea Captainīs Manor

Nr Falmouth, Cornwall, United Kingdom

Sleeps: A total of 12 guests (8 adults and 4 children or 10 adults and 2 children)

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Unique Features

A totally secluded location right on the beach in Cornwall.

A historic property moved from East Sussex to the Cornish Coast.

Beautifully landscaped gardens that tier to the water’s edge.

A spacious Manor house with spectacular estuary views.

Totally private, yet accessible to the treasures of Cornwall by car or ferry.

The Property

Luxury Riverside House in Cornwall

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Originally built around the 1700’s, this historic manor house was once a family home standing in East Sussex. When its owner fell in love with a Falmouth sea captain, unable to tear herself away from either the home or her lover, in 1919 she moved the entire house to its present site on the waterfront at Flushing. With estuary views grace from all but a couple of the rooms, this spectacular manor is perfect for a house party location.

Inside

• Style: Still bearing many of its original features – beamed ceilings, heavy oak doors and Tudor character – the house has been refurbished and extended to create a flawless fusion of traditional and contemporary styles.
• Bedrooms: 4 doubles, 1 twin, and one room with bunk beds. Downstairs there is one twin bedroom and wet room. Upstairs the master bedroom has a private dressing room, sitting area and en suite with Jacuzzi bath. A bathroom and separate shower room are assigned to the two stylish double and a fourth bedroom is separately arranged with its own bathroom allowing total privacy. Up another staircase is a third floor ideal for children, with one twin room, a bunkroom and single bed.
• For relaxation: Kick back by the fireside in the living room, indulge in banquets in the dining room, or relax with one of the well-thumbed novels in the study – in daylight all three are flooded with light and glistening sea views.
• For recreation: Outdoor pool and croquet lawn
• Practicalities: Wet room and utility room; housekeeping services available (at an extra cost).

Outside

Beautifully landscaped terraced lawns and a fountain garden tier to the edge of the estuary. The terrace has plenty of space for eating and drinking al fresco with the BBQ, and the garden hides lush treasures around every corner. Play croquet on the lawn, lose yourself in the gunnera plantation, amble in the orchard or the water garden, relax in the thatched summerhouse or bathe by the outdoor pool.

Food and wine

• DIY: This property is available on a self-catered basis; inn the centre of the house stands a fully equipped, modern open plan kitchen. On request, arrive to a hamper of fresh Cornish breakfast produce and have your groceries ordered and waiting in the fridge.
• In-house cuisine: Local catering staff can be arranged at an extra cost, whether you require a Chef to be at your disposal for athe duration of your stay, or simply require a one-off catered evening. (www.vagabondchef.co.uk).
• Eating out: Take a water taxi over to Falmouth to sample some of the fine dining restaurants in the area. Easy dining is just a five-minute walk towards Flushing where the Sticky Prawn restaurant serves first class seafood meals at the water’s edge.

Inclusive of:

• Linen
• Gardener
• Utilities
• Towels (not pool towels)

Getting there:

• On the map: Situated in Flushing (access via Penryn), across the estuary from Falmouth.
• By car: Approx 5.5 hours from London; 2-3 hours from Bristol
• By train: The nearest station is Falmouth (about 15 mins by car or ferry)
• Heli-pad? No

Out and About

• Sailing on the Carrick Roads from nearby Mylor Yacht Harbour.
• Walk along the spectacular National Trust Headland to Mylor, or follow the South West Coast Path on a longer hike.
• Hop aboard the hourly foot passenger ferry from Flushing to Falmouth.
• Ditch the car and visit Trelissick gardens, St Mawes, Truro and the Helford Passage on board the Fal River Links ferries.

Pricing

• Weekly: 2008: From Ģ2900 to Ģ5250
• Weekend: 2008: Short breaks available out of season from Ģ2200
• Xmas: Christmas 2008 available Dec 22 - Dec 28 at Ģ4950 for the week.
• New Year: Booked for New Year 2008,
• Damages Deposit: Ģ1000.00

Accommodation Details

A magnificent riverside manor house in a totally secluded location at the water’s edge in Cornwall

• Personally Inspected: Yes
  
• Sleeps: A total of 12 guests (8 adults and 4 children or 10 adults and 2 children)
• Double: 4 (two ensuite and two that share a family bathroom)
• Twin: 1 on the ground floor with an adjacent wet room and 1 childrenīs twin on the second floor
• Family: Childrenīs bunk beds on the second floor
• Facilities: Outdoor heated swimming pool, croquet, lawn tennis, private beach access
• Swimming Pool: Yes
• Children: Welcome (there is a booster seat and travel cot provided)
• Pets: No pets
• Evening Meals: Catering available upon request
• Disabled Access: Yes
• Mod Cons: Sky TV
• Internet & Communications: Wireless broadband
• Arrival Day: Friday
• Arrival Time: 4 pm
• Departure Time: 10 am