Eastleigh Cottage

With two bright bedrooms, elegant open plan living / dining and a private terrace with views of St Michael's Mount, Eastleigh Cottage is a dream.

One of a row of attractive original granite cottages, Eastleigh appeals from the moment you set eyes on its sunshine yellow exterior. Inside, the cottage's humble heritage is showcased throughout with exposed stone walls, overhead roof timbers and sash windows while natural tones and sophisticated furnishings harmonise the old and the new to create an atmosphere that's perfect for relaxation. Refurbished to an excellent standard and with high quality, modern features, the ground floor is delightfully bright and spacious and welcomes guests to cook / dine and unwind together in complete comfort.

Upstairs, the property's bedrooms are ideally configured to suit a family of four or two couples, with the master featuring a sumptuous king size bed and the roomy second having twin beds. The family bathroom (which is also situated upstairs), has been beautifully redone to include a large walk-in shower and contemporary tiling as well as an enormous rainfall attachment, so expect speedy de-sanding after your day at the beach.

Making the most of west Cornwall's temperate climate, the cottage features plenty of outdoor space too. A slate-paved, walled courtyard with bistro table and chairs is where you'll be able to savour your morning coffees, and a raised terrace with sea and Mount views is the perfect spot for enjoying fresh air dining while watching the sun set in all its splendour.

If you're keen to explore the area, Mounts Bay is awash with pretty coastal villages, landmarks and family-friendly attractions, the most famous of which being the rocky island and medieval church of St Michael's Mount. Sitting right offshore and accessed either by foot along the tidal causeway (or by boat when the tide is in), this historic feature is an absolute must while visiting the town and offers not only sublime views back towards the coastline, but a wonderful tropical garden, restaurant and castle.

A short drive away are the villages of Newlyn and Mousehole, both with completely different atmospheres but both well worth visiting for their individuality. Like a glimpse into old Cornwall, Mousehole with its Lamorna stone cottages is delightfully quaint and charming, while Newlyn with its working harbour and art scene is vibey and bustling. Further afield is the beautiful Porthcurno with its world-acclaimed beach and Telegraph Museum, as well as the ruins of Botallack mine which is a UNESCO World Heritage site in St Just.

Lounge
Situated on the ground floor this beautiful room features whitewashed roof timbers and sash windows, as well as a large stone fireplace with slate hearth and timber lintel complete with a cast iron wood-burning stove. Furnished with two armchairs and a sofa as well as a nest of tables, the room is spacious and inviting with bookshelves, ornaments and a flat screen Smart TV, a Bose sound system and DVD player.

Kitchen
Located on the ground floor the perfectly formed kitchen is separate from the lounge and features a range of appliances including a fridge, electric oven, grill and hob, microwave, kettle and toaster. Fully equipped with pots, pans, utensils and crockery provided
(The washer / dryer and freezer are housed in the outside store)

Dining Area
The dining room is open plan with the kitchen and lounge and is furnished with a fabulous glass table and six chairs

Bathroom
Located on the first floor the family bathroom features a stylish and contemporary bathroom with a large walk-in shower and rain head attachment, wash basin with mixer tap and electric demisting mirror, heated towel rail and WC

Master Bedroom
Located on the first floor.
Sash windows, shutters, a decorative fireplace and exposed stone make this room a lovely place to retreat to after a busy day out. Furnishings include a king size with hypo-allergenic bedding, bedside table, a built-in wardrobe and a glimpse of the sea and St Michael's Mount

Bedroom Two
Also located on the first floor, this charming bedroom features twin beds. It has sash windows with shutters, a wardrobe, a bedside tables and lamp

Outside
To the back of the cottage there is a slate-paved courtyard with a bistro table and chairs. An outside shed is handy for storing bicycles, wetsuits, boards and beach gear. The courtyard then has steps leading up to a raised, sun-soaked terrace which is furnished with patio furniture and a charcoal BBQ. Views of St Michael's Mount and the sea can be seen over the roof tops, and when the weather is bright this is the perfect place for outdoor dining.

Parking
This property has a parking permit for an allocated parking space just 4 minutes' walk down the road at Chy Morvah Hotel.