Guests say
Castle Cottage in Truro offers a tranquil, well-equipped retreat with a plethora of amenities including wifi, books, and DVDs. Guests appreciate the clean, comfortable setting and the abundance of kitchen utensils. The surrounding wildlife and quiet village add to the charm, though access via narrow lanes is noted. The local pub and friendly neighbours enhance the experience.
Reviews consistently mention the cottage being spotless and clean, indicating high standards of cleanliness.
The location is praised for its quietness and proximity to wildlife, though the narrow lanes and distance from tourist sites slightly affect convenience.
Guests find the cottage comfortable, with adequate heating and a cosy atmosphere, contributing to a pleasant stay.
The cottage is very well equipped, with a kitchen that has everything, good wifi, and additional entertainment options like books and DVDs.
While the reviews indicate a high level of thoughtfulness in the provision of facilities and local information, there is no mention of gifts, so this category cannot be scored.
About this property
Castle Cottage offers an idyllic retreat nestled in beautiful scenery with an abundance of wildlife, yet lies close to the stunning beaches and fishing harbours that Cornwall is known for.. 2 steps to entrance.
Ground Floor:
Living room: Freeview TV, Woodburner
Kitchen/dining room: Electric Oven, Induction Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washer Dryer
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bedroom 3: Bunk (3ft) Beds
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet.
Economy 7 heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Logs for wood burner availbale locally. Highchair. Welcome pack. Enclosed patio with BBQ. Private parking for 3 cars (opposite). No smoking.. Welcome to Castle Cottage, so named as it lies on the site of Lanihorne Castle. It is set in beautiful, secluded countryside in St Just, Roseland Area of Outstanding Beauty, where the weather is mild all year round allowing Mediterranean plants to flourish. This is a retreat for those who want to connect with nature, passing stunning countryside as you follow the lane along the estuary to the row of cottages.
This lovey three-bedroom cottage sleeping six guests is a fantastic base for families and couples who want to explore the area. It has private parking for three cars and an enclosed patio at the rear. When you enter the cottage you will notice the lovely original features. The cosy living room has comfortable sofas and a wood burner, ideal for those chilly evenings. The spacious kitchen/dining room is very light and airy and well equipped with everything you would need whilst you are away from home. The stable door opens out onto a patio, ideal for your morning coffee, or for al fresco dining.
For those who are interested in walking, cycling or nature, this is the place to come. The estuary is a couple of minutes away, home to an abundance of wildlife. There are plenty of routes to follow via cycle or foot across miles of woodland and marshland. Local fishing villages such as Portscatho, Gerrans and Tregony are well worth a visit with their picturesque harbours, pretty cottages and stunning views. Why not spend a day exploring one or all of them.
St Mawes is probably the most popular with visitors. Bursting with heritage and charm, it attracts water sports lovers as well as walkers and nature lovers. St Mawes Castle, one of the best-preserved coastal artillery fortresses of Henry viii, offers stunning views from the top of the castle keep. Inside you will get a sample of daily life at the castle. There is an abundance of choice when it comes to eating here from a café to a gourmet meal, and as you would expect, an abundance of seafood as well as traditional dishes. A great way to enjoy the views is to take a ferry ride. Catch the King Harry ferry or the foot ferry to Falmouth, or take a boat trip from the harbour. You can also hire a boat if you want to explore on your own. Whatever you do, it is lovely to come back to Castle Cottage and relax whilst you plan the next day’s adventure.
Free WiFi
Nearby points of interest
- Royal Cornwall Museum
- National Maritime Museum Cornwall
- St Austell Brewery
- Wheal Martyn
- Copper Trail
- Springfields Fun Park and Pony Centre
- St Mawes Castle
- St Peter’s Church, Flushing
- Pendennis Castle
- Enys Gardens
Reviews (6)
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Confirmed Guest
Beautiful cottage with everything you need for a comfortable stay. Local walks and wildlife on doorstep
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Peter Evans
Clean, comfortable, and VERY well equipped cottage. The location is quiet and close to the estuary with its associated wildlife. The weather was particularly wet during our stay, however, so we couldn't really take advantage of this. Access to the cottage is via a number of very narrow lanes, so it does take a little time to get to the major tourist sites. We quickly learned to ignore the satnav and stayed on the longer, but better roads. It's worth noting that the village has no mobile signal (though there is a working telephone box!). There is good wifi in the cottage, however, and loads of books and dvds to occupy you should the need arise. Heating is via storage heaters and a log fire. These were more than adequate, though can be a bit of a fiddle to get the optimum result. We certainly enjoyed our stay at Castle Cottage.
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Ann Cox
A wonderful rural cottage that suited our every need. Everything was provided from games/dvds beach goods inc body boards. The kitchen had every utensil you could think of, can’t fault it for lack of anything. Evening walks included watching the barn owl flying along the estuary, wildlife in general, there’s a pub on the road behind the cottage. Lanes are rather narrow but that’s Cornwall, but just so lovely and peaceful, the cottage was spotless!