Key Features
- Property code: 202
- Preferred changeover day: Saturday
- Check in: 4.30pm
- Check out: 10.30am
- Bathrooms
- Central heating
- Parking (see description for details)
- Garden or outside space
- Real fire
- Tumble dryer
- Washing machine
- WiFi
Description
Within easy reach of lovely coastal walks and splendid gardens open to the public including Heligan and Caerhays Estate, this charming wing of a Grade II listed house is set in the owners peaceful 2.5 acres of garden in the church town of Gorran amid beautiful farmland, less than two miles of the local beaches at Gorran Haven and Vault.
A nearby public footpath winds its way through woods to reach the sea at Portmellon. The village of Gorran, half a mile, has a general store / P.O. and a pub providing good meals in a pleasant atmosphere. The attractive east facing sandy beach at Gorran Haven is 1.5 miles away.
The award winning Lost Gardens of Heligan are 4 miles and The Eden Project is about a 30 minute drive. There are a selection of eateries at St Ewe, Pentewan and the fishing village of Mevagissey all within a 10 minute drive.
Key Features
- Property code: 202
- Preferred changeover day: Saturday
- Check in: 4.30pm
- Check out: 10.30am
- Bathrooms
- Central heating
- Parking (see description for details)
- Garden or outside space
- Real fire
- Tumble dryer
- Washing machine
- WiFi
Description
Within easy reach of lovely coastal walks and splendid gardens open to the public including Heligan and Caerhays Estate, this charming wing of a Grade II listed house is set in the owners peaceful 2.5 acres of garden in the church town of Gorran amid beautiful farmland, less than two miles of the local beaches at Gorran Haven and Vault.
A nearby public footpath winds its way through woods to reach the sea at Portmellon. The village of Gorran, half a mile, has a general store / P.O. and a pub providing good meals in a pleasant atmosphere. The attractive east facing sandy beach at Gorran Haven is 1.5 miles away.
The award winning Lost Gardens of Heligan are 4 miles and The Eden Project is about a 30 minute drive. There are a selection of eateries at St Ewe, Pentewan and the fishing village of Mevagissey all within a 10 minute drive.
Entrance
Main entrance enters into kitchen.
Kitchen/ Dining Room
Kitchen appliances include fridge/freezer, gas hob, electric oven, microwave and washer/dryer.
Living room
Attractive Georgian style sitting room with comfortable sofas facing the open fire, television and tranquil views of the mature garden and fields beyond.
Enclosed stairs leading up to first floor
Bedroom 1
King-size double with views of lovely countryside.
Bedroom 2
Twin bedroom with two single 3ft beds.
Bathroom WC
With hand basin, bath and overhead electric shower.
General
- This property is heated via central heating.
Visitors have the use of most of the extensive grounds including sweeping lawns bedecked with wildflowers in the spring, except for the walled orchard and courtyard behind the house. Secure storage for bicycles and beach gear can be made available on site.
When you choose a holiday in Gorran, you can quickly and easily discover all that South Cornwall is famous for. Within a few miles you can be exploring the majestic Lost Gardens of Heligan, or head south and be sitting on a beautiful sandy beach in no time. You are within easy reach of the bustling fishing harbour of Mevagissey, but also surrounded by beautiful countryside with some excellent walks and traditional old seaside pubs.
Gorran Churchtown itself is made up of quiet streets filled with typically Cornish country cottages. There’s a pub, The Barley Sheaf, a pretty church and a small village shop and post office, where you can pick up your essentials. For traditional fish and chips, ice creams, pasties and your morning coffee with a sea view, the unspoilt fishing village of Gorran Haven is only a mile away and houses a handful of cafes, a bakery and fish and chip shop.
Here you’ll also find a soft sandy beach, where you can swim, hire paddle boards and kayaks on hot summer days, and join the South West Coast Path for spectacular seaside walks along the Roseland Peninsula and St Austell Bay.
Taking one of the pretty country lanes heading out of Gorran, you’re quickly surrounded by beautiful Cornish countryside, sea views and secret sandy beaches. From the silver shingle and turquoise waters of remote Vault Beach to family-friendly Hemmick, you can spend every day of your holiday in Gorran discovering somewhere new. Visit beautiful Caerhays Castle and Gardens and the Lost Gardens of Heligan, take a fishing trip from Mevagissey’s harbour to catch your own fish supper, or travel slightly further to the famous biomes of the Eden Project.
Take your time to explore stunning South Cornwall and all it has to offer when you book a relaxing holiday in Gorran Churchtown.
Reached by an unmade track and a long private drive which leads up to the parking area.
- This property welcomes a maximum of 4 dogs, depending on size
- First basket of logs for the open fire, complimentary.
The Barley Sheaf at Gorran
(Less than a mile)
Boasting the best of raw and fresh ingredients, welcoming all (including those with four legs) to experience true Cornish hospitality.
The Barley Sheaf at Gorran. Gorran Churchtown, Saint Austell PL26 6HN. Telephone: 01726 843330
The Barley Sheaf
(Less than a mile)
The Haven Fish and Chip Shop
(Less than a mile)
(2)
Located right next to the beach serving freshly cooked fish, chips and burgers.
Haven Fish and Chips, Canton, Gorran Haven, Cornwall (T: 01726 843555)
A great fish and chip shop with Gluten Free availability. We didn't use the restaurant but did order our fish and chips on line which saved queueing and waiting. Highly recommended.
September 2023
Excellent
August 2023
The Mermaid Cafe
(Less than a mile)
(3)
Serving breakfast, lunch and tea, right beside the sea! Hot, cold and alcoholic drinks also served.
The Mermaid Cafe, Church Street, Gorran Haven, Cornwall ( T: 01726 843654)
A lovely cafe right on the beach! The coffee and cakes are great. Get there early to bag a seat!
September 2023
Really good fish and chips.
September 2023
Excellent
August 2023
The Rising Sun Inn
(2 miles)
Traditional Cornish pub and restaurant, boasting waterside views. Serving Cornish real ales, fresh local produce and seafood. Dogs welcome.
The Rising Sun Inn. 2 Portmellon Park, Portmellon, Mevagissey PL26 6PL. Telephone: 01726 843235
Lost Gardens of Heligan
(3 miles)
Heligan is one of the most mysterious estates in England. Lost to the brambles of time since the outbreak of WW1, this Sleeping Beauty was re-awakened in 1990 to become Europe’s largest garden restoration project. Today Heligan’s 200 acres are a paradise for the explorer, wildlife, plant lover and garden romantic.
Click here for further details
** Discount for Toad Hall Cottage Guests **
Treasure Trails Cornwall
(6 miles)
Looking for ways to explore the area? Treasure Trails, the award-winning treasure hunts will have you seeing sights, solving clues and having fun. There’s mysteries to solve and treasure to find! *Guests of Toad Hall Cottages can unlock exclusive savings.
Charlestown Shipwreck and Heritage Centre
(6 miles)
(1)
An all-weather attraction where children go free, Charlestown Shipwreck Centre takes you back two hundred years, when the area was a tiny fishing village with no harbour. As trade boomed in nearby St Austell, it became clear that there was need for a proper harbour, and local businessman by the name of Charles Rashleigh set about making plans – hence the name (Charles’ town). Today the Shipwreck and Heritage Centre charts the history of this corner of Cornwall, including the ship wrecks off the nearby coast. There are trails, a visual audio theater, the RNLB Amelia which was last stationed at Scarborough, and a German armoured dress diving suit, which was used in the 1920/30's, amongst other pieces of history. There’s also a Kids’ Corner and plenty to see and do for the whole family.
Click Here for further details
Interesting for those prepared to engage with the stories presented. Very informative guidebook with plenty to read. The upstairs restaurant was far from great (we just went in for a coffee which was... unpleasant). We would say to ignore the discount which comes with the museum entry ticket and try one of the nearby cafes instead.
September 2019
Carlyon Bay Golf Club
(7 miles)
An 18 hole cliff top championship golf course with spectacular sea views, Carlyon Bay also offers a a superb six acre practice ground, two excellent putting greens and a nine hole approach course.
Click here for further details
Kidzworld Indoor Play
(8 miles)
An award-winning adventure play centre, Kidzworld Indoor Play is just outside St Austell, and is predominantly under cover, making it ideal whatever the weather. A veritable feast of bright colours and entertainment, they have slides, a climbing challenge, a mini golf course, SkyTrail, dodgems and Laser Tag all available, and all activities are included in the price. Prices start at £2.50 for adults and £5.50 for children aged three to 12 years, or £4 for children aged two.
Great Perhaver Beach
(2 miles)
(1)
Sandy beach located just around the corner from the busier beach at Gorran Haven. This beach can only really be accessed by boat or kayak and will certainly be a lot quieter than the other nearby beaches because access is so restricted.
Not accessible except by boat!
August 2023
Portmellon Beach
(2 miles)
Portmellon beach is located just over the hill from Mevagissey. Rockpools and sand.
Gorran Haven Beach
(2 miles)
(3)
Located in the village of Gorran Haven. Popular with families as there are handy facilities closeby.
Excellent
August 2023
What a beautiful place and so friendly. We went to the South West Coast Path cafe that was enjoyable and lovely people who served us.
July 2023
Lovely clean safe beach. Ideal for children and water sports
June 2022
Pentewan Beach
(3 miles)
Porthpean Beach
(6 miles)
September 2023
A wonderful cottage and location but the washing machine and microwave would benefit from a quick user's guide as I never worked out either!
September 2023
A wonderful cottage and location but the washing machine and microwave would benefit from a quick user's guide as I never worked out either!
The Barley Sheaf at Gorran
(Less than a mile)
Boasting the best of raw and fresh ingredients, welcoming all (including those with four legs) to experience true Cornish hospitality.
The Barley Sheaf at Gorran. Gorran Churchtown, Saint Austell PL26 6HN. Telephone: 01726 843330
The Barley Sheaf
(Less than a mile)
The Haven Fish and Chip Shop
(Less than a mile)
(2)
Located right next to the beach serving freshly cooked fish, chips and burgers.
Haven Fish and Chips, Canton, Gorran Haven, Cornwall (T: 01726 843555)
A great fish and chip shop with Gluten Free availability. We didn't use the restaurant but did order our fish and chips on line which saved queueing and waiting. Highly recommended.
September 2023
Excellent
August 2023
The Mermaid Cafe
(Less than a mile)
(3)
Serving breakfast, lunch and tea, right beside the sea! Hot, cold and alcoholic drinks also served.
The Mermaid Cafe, Church Street, Gorran Haven, Cornwall ( T: 01726 843654)
A lovely cafe right on the beach! The coffee and cakes are great. Get there early to bag a seat!
September 2023
Really good fish and chips.
September 2023
Excellent
August 2023
The Rising Sun Inn
(2 miles)
Traditional Cornish pub and restaurant, boasting waterside views. Serving Cornish real ales, fresh local produce and seafood. Dogs welcome.
The Rising Sun Inn. 2 Portmellon Park, Portmellon, Mevagissey PL26 6PL. Telephone: 01726 843235
Lost Gardens of Heligan
(3 miles)
Heligan is one of the most mysterious estates in England. Lost to the brambles of time since the outbreak of WW1, this Sleeping Beauty was re-awakened in 1990 to become Europe’s largest garden restoration project. Today Heligan’s 200 acres are a paradise for the explorer, wildlife, plant lover and garden romantic.
Click here for further details
** Discount for Toad Hall Cottage Guests **
Treasure Trails Cornwall
(6 miles)
Looking for ways to explore the area? Treasure Trails, the award-winning treasure hunts will have you seeing sights, solving clues and having fun. There’s mysteries to solve and treasure to find! *Guests of Toad Hall Cottages can unlock exclusive savings.
Charlestown Shipwreck and Heritage Centre
(6 miles)
(1)
An all-weather attraction where children go free, Charlestown Shipwreck Centre takes you back two hundred years, when the area was a tiny fishing village with no harbour. As trade boomed in nearby St Austell, it became clear that there was need for a proper harbour, and local businessman by the name of Charles Rashleigh set about making plans – hence the name (Charles’ town). Today the Shipwreck and Heritage Centre charts the history of this corner of Cornwall, including the ship wrecks off the nearby coast. There are trails, a visual audio theater, the RNLB Amelia which was last stationed at Scarborough, and a German armoured dress diving suit, which was used in the 1920/30's, amongst other pieces of history. There’s also a Kids’ Corner and plenty to see and do for the whole family.
Click Here for further details
Interesting for those prepared to engage with the stories presented. Very informative guidebook with plenty to read. The upstairs restaurant was far from great (we just went in for a coffee which was... unpleasant). We would say to ignore the discount which comes with the museum entry ticket and try one of the nearby cafes instead.
September 2019
Carlyon Bay Golf Club
(7 miles)
An 18 hole cliff top championship golf course with spectacular sea views, Carlyon Bay also offers a a superb six acre practice ground, two excellent putting greens and a nine hole approach course.
Click here for further details
Kidzworld Indoor Play
(8 miles)
An award-winning adventure play centre, Kidzworld Indoor Play is just outside St Austell, and is predominantly under cover, making it ideal whatever the weather. A veritable feast of bright colours and entertainment, they have slides, a climbing challenge, a mini golf course, SkyTrail, dodgems and Laser Tag all available, and all activities are included in the price. Prices start at £2.50 for adults and £5.50 for children aged three to 12 years, or £4 for children aged two.
Great Perhaver Beach
(2 miles)
(1)
Sandy beach located just around the corner from the busier beach at Gorran Haven. This beach can only really be accessed by boat or kayak and will certainly be a lot quieter than the other nearby beaches because access is so restricted.
Not accessible except by boat!
August 2023
Portmellon Beach
(2 miles)
Portmellon beach is located just over the hill from Mevagissey. Rockpools and sand.
Gorran Haven Beach
(2 miles)
(3)
Located in the village of Gorran Haven. Popular with families as there are handy facilities closeby.
Excellent
August 2023
What a beautiful place and so friendly. We went to the South West Coast Path cafe that was enjoyable and lovely people who served us.
July 2023
Lovely clean safe beach. Ideal for children and water sports
June 2022
Pentewan Beach
(3 miles)
Porthpean Beach
(6 miles)
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