The Old Chapel

About this property

St Austell 2.2 miles. A true spectacle of a holiday home, The Old Chapel promises to offer you and your loved ones an unforgettable abode from which to explore the many wonders of Cornwall. A converted Wesleyan chapel dating back to 1862, it's most definitely a holiday let like no other. Resting within the quaint village of Trethurgy, in easy reach of the amenities of St Austell and all of the excitement of the coast, this wonderful family holiday home offers both a fantastic base and a remarkable interior from which to make special holiday memories with your loved ones. Enter the spacious hallway after marvelling at the imposing exterior of the property, and make your way past the dining room and into the kitchen/diner, where you can gather around the table with a warming cup of coffee, the wooden beams and exposed stone walls housing the impressive gas range cooker add to the character of the dwelling. The dining room makes the perfect spot for more formal occasions, with enough space for everyone to sit and toast to a wonderful holiday, before moving up to the first floor to unwind in the sitting room; with ample seating surrounded by traditional style, here you can enjoy snuggling up in front of the woodburning stove with all your favourite shows streamed on Netflix. At the end of each day of adventure, you can find five delightful bedrooms settled over the ground and first floors, all with their own unique charm and traditional interiors, the ground floor offering an impressive super-king-size with an en-suite shower room as well as a twin room, making a great sleeping spot for those with mobility issues or those wishing to escape from the excitement of the group, while up on the first floor is the master bedroom, a spacious king-size with an impressive and elegant freestanding bath with a handheld shower, as well as a separate walk-in shower, while the double and twin rooms benefit from being served by the sparkling family bathroom. Outside you can enjoy soaking in the sun in your own private garden, relaxing with some alfresco dining as the little ones play on the lawn, before pulling on your walking boots and discovering the excitement of the local area. The village of Trethurgy is wonderfully remote, making the perfect base for those seeking a rural retreat, as well as boasting easy access to the nearby wonder of the Eden Project; two impressive biomes housing plants from a diversity of climates and environments, this renowned tourist attraction makes a fantastic learning experience for all. For all of your local amenities, venture to the bustling market town of St Austell where you will be greeted by a fantastic selection of local shops, restaurants, pubs and bars catering to all of your culinary requirements, as well as a scatter of quaint shop for those searching for the perfect souvenir to take back home. Head to Charlestown to discover the rich maritime history of the area at the Shipwreck Treasure Museum, or explore the golden sands and seas up close with a day relaxing on Porthpean Beach, with Carlyon Bay being worth a visit for a more secluded spot and scenic surroundings. In easy reach of the many wonders of both the coast and countryside of Cornwall, The Old Chapel is that superb base you've been searching for on an escape to the South of England.

St Austell is a popular market town resting in the countryside of Cornwall, in easy reach of all of the excitement of the coast. Home to a fantastic selection of pubs and bars, eateries of all kinds and a scatter of shops, it hosts everything needed for a self-catered stay. Head to Charlestown to discover its maritime history at the Shipwreck Treasure Museum, or laze on the beach of Porthpean for the ultimate relaxing retreat. In easy reach of the many wonders of Cornwall, St Austell makes a fantastic holiday base at any time of year.

Accommodation

Five bedrooms: 1 x ground-floor super-king-size with en-suite walk-in shower, basin and WC, 1 x king-size with en-suite freestanding bath, handheld shower, separate walk-in shower, basin and WC, 1 x double, 1 x ground-floor twin, 1 x twin.

Cloakroom with basin and WC.

Bathroom with bath, separate walk-in shower, basin and WC.

Shampoo and shower gel provided.

2 foldaway beds are available upon request.

Kitchen/diner.

Utility.

Dining room.

First-floor sitting room with woodburning stove (carbon monoxide alarm)

Oil central heating and woodburning stove.

Gas range cooker, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, tumble dryer, TV with Netflix, WiFi and a selection of books and games.

Smoke alarms throughout.

Fuel and power included in rent.

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

Stairgates available.

Ample off-road parking for 4 at least cars.

Rear lawn and gravelled area with furniture.

Two well-behaved pets welcome.

Sorry, no smoking.

Shop 1.6 miles, pub 1.5 miles