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Owl House, rural retreat near Falmouth & coast

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1 bedroom
1 bathroom
2 guests
2 nights minimum
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This is a place surrounded by green, where the stars fill the sky. You can hear the owls call, the songbirds sing and the buzzards mewing as they coast the thermal currents down the valley. A peaceful retreat for two, perfect for a cosy, luxurious stay, winter or summer. Well situated to explore what Cornwall has to offer - and then come home to a wood burner, comfy sofa, reclining chair, a good kitchen and a big big bed. We are deep in countryside, but handy for Tremough, Falmouth, coastal walks, Helford River with its coves and creeks - and not too far away from the Lizard, the beaches of the north coast and the Georgian towns of Helston and Truro. Our seven acre holding is situated up a track, about 1/5 mile long. It is no longer agricultural, but mostly planted to woodland, with a ...This is a place surrounded by green, where the stars fill the sky. You can hear the owls call, the songbirds sing and the buzzards mewing as they coast the thermal currents down the valley. A peaceful retreat for two, perfect for a cosy, luxurious stay, winter or summer. Well situated to explore what Cornwall has to offer - and then come home to a wood burner, comfy sofa, reclining chair, a good kitchen and a big big bed. We are deep in countryside, but handy for Tremough, Falmouth, coastal walks, Helford River with its coves and creeks - and not too far away from the Lizard, the beaches of the north coast and the Georgian towns of Helston and Truro. Our seven acre holding is situated up a track, about 1/5 mile long. It is no longer agricultural, but mostly planted to woodland, with a footpath taking you over stiles, fields and through bluebell woods to the nearest village of Constantine. The heavy horses which once worked Tresahor Vean Farm were stabled in what is now Owl House. It is attached at the west end to a courtyard of converted mid-19th century barns, with stonework of unusually high quality for what were once agricultural buildings. The ceiling in the living room area is almost double height and the tall arched entrances with cleverly cut key post, are now glazed, one with a double opening. Owl has a hall, a large living room/kitchen (20' x 17') and an architect designed cedar extension with generous bedroom and a bathroom. A patio garden with table and seating leads from the bedroom's double doors. ( A good place for morning coffee or a meal or a glass of wine.) The house is well equipped, with good quality linen, kitchen appliances etc. There are prints, paintings and flowers - and some textiles from our son and daughter-in-law's printing studio, Particle Press and a Thousand Paper Cranes.. Some of the furniture is from the many independent antique and retro shops in Falmouth High Street. There is central heating and a wood burner with logs supplied. We offer a welcome pack of a loaf of bread, butter, eggs, milk, tea, coffee and a few treats, just in case you don't want to go shopping right away. If you give us notice, we may be able to organise one to one classes in the printing studio. For example, how to make a lampshade. Or how to screen print. Just ask.More
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House Rules
Pets Allowed: No
Smoking Allowed: No
Kid Friendly: No
Bathrooms
1 Full bath
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About the Owner
Jenny L
Languages spoken:English
Response Rate:100%
Response Time:Within a few hours
Listed Since:August 2008
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Reviewed 15 November 2018
Perfect break for our first trip to Cornwall!

We had a wonderful stay at Owl House for our short break away! It is the perfect getaway if you want a relaxing time and be at one with nature. It is secluded and surrounded by nothing but trees and owls hooting in the distance....More

Date of stay: November 2018
Thank Jakeconnolly
Reviewed 25 June 2018
Great accommodation in a peaceful setting

The Owl is excelleny accommodation We bought a period season ticket for unlimited use of Park&Float, the many ferries and buses, plus the train service. Great fun and excellent value - quite the best way to view the magnificent scenery around Falmouth, Truro and St...More

Date of stay: June 2018
Thank Douglas John M
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Reviewed 16 May 2018 via mobile
Lovely

Owl house is in rural Cornwall about 15 mins drive into Falmouth, so you’re not that far away from town. It’s a lovely comfortable place, quiet and tastefully appointed. Has everything you need for a relaxing getaway!

Date of stay: May 2018
Thank amakutayo
Reviewed 14 March 2018
Just what was needed!

A lovely cottage in a peaceful setting, run by a lovely couple as well! Cottage was nicely furnished, with everything that we needed - and more. Made full use of the wood burning stove, as it was cold weather whilst we were there, but the...More

Date of stay: March 2018
Thank Tim C
Reviewed 9 February 2018
Lovely little Cornish hideaway

A lovely house with everything you need for a relaxing stay. Having a welcome package of a few essentials and luxuries was a great welcome and we were very grateful for them. The house was clean and the log fire provided extra warmth when it...More

Date of stay: February 2018
Thank LisaHC89
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Amenities
Pets Allowed: No
Smoking Allowed: No
Kid Friendly: No
DVD Player
Blender
Books
Central Heating
Dishwasher
Dryer
Fireplace
Freezer
Refrigerator
Hairdryer
Highchair
Internet Access
Iron
Kettle
Linens Provided
Microwave
Outdoor Dining Area
Paper Towels Provided
Parking
Patio
Private Garden
Stereo System
Cooker
Toaster
Towels Provided
TV
Washer
Wi-Fi
Fishing Nearby
There Is A Golf Course Within 30 Mins Drive
Horse Riding Nearby
There Are Tennis Courts Nearby
Watersports Nearby
Beach Or Lakeside Relaxation
Cycling Trips
Hiking Trips
Long Term Rentals (Over 1 Month)
Rural/Countryside Retreats
Short Term Rentals (4 Days Or Fewer)
Additional amenities & feature info
Owl House has its own drive with parking for at least two cars. You enter the house through a tiled entrance hall with space for boots and coats. The bathroom (with bath and overhead shower) - and the bedroom lead off the hall. In the bedroom, there is a six foot wide double bed. Bed linen and towels are provided. Double doors from the bedroom lead onto a little patio garden with bench, chairs and table. On the other side of the hall, through a glazed door, is the open plan living room/kitchen. The kitchen is equipped with electric oven, gas hob, dishwasher, microwave etc. and a dining table for four. In the sitting area there is a woodburning stove and comfortable seating for four, a woodburner, digital TV, CD and DVD players and a selection of DVDs, books and games. A cot and highchair are also available. A washing machine and dryer housed at the end of our studio block across the yard, are for the sole use of Owl House guests.
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About the neighbourhood
Owl House is situated in the narrowest part of Cornwall, easy with access to both south and north coasts and to the Helford River. It is an area reknowned for its watersports, birdwatching, coastal and country walking. And for manor houses and castles and gardens. In the village there is a Spar shop - and Constantine Stores, which has a national reputation for its wine and whisky selection.The village farmer's market is on the second Saturday of each calendar month. There are gardens (Glendurgan,Trebah and Potager for example) and art galleries to visit and good cooking to sample locally, at the prize winning Trengilly Wartha pub or the Potager cafe. The Tolmen Community Centre has a programme of theatre, music, dance and film, sometimes with a cafe beforehand. There are also good restaur...
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