Gurnard's Cottage is a pleasing property located in St Ives, Cornwall, in the South West of England. With the capacity to sleep 3 people in its 2 bedrooms, this cottage boasts features such as a nearby pub and close proximity to the coast. The cottage offers stunning views across Gurnard's Head towards the Atlantic coastline and is situated in the working farm hamlet of Treen, just three quarters of a mile from Zennor and six miles from St Ives.
The ground floor of the cottage features a modern kitchen, a quaint sitting room with ceiling beams and exposed granite walls, as well as a superb fireplace with a wood burner. A second door leads to a sunroom that opens onto a gravelled courtyard patio, perfect for enjoying a nightcap. Upstairs, the main bedroom is cozy and comfortable with exposed stone walls, while the single room is ideal for a child or adult. The cottage also has an open garden with a bench and a tap for muddy paws or sandy toes. The Cornwall Coast Path is just steps away, and a ten-minute walk leads to the sheltered, sandy Treen Cove with its ruined copper mine.
Gurnard's Cottage is one of four old cottages in a small cluster of properties, offering romantic charm and a tranquil setting that attracts serious walkers, artists, photographers, and writers. Nearby attractions include the historic mining landscape of Cornwall, including the Crown Mines at Botallack. Zennor, a tiny village near the cottage, features footpaths, antiquities such as Zennor Quoit and Chysauster Settlement, as well as a gift shop, cafe, ice cream shop, and the legendary Tinner's Arms pub. This tranquil cottage in an outstanding location is perfect for couples or a small family seeking a peaceful retreat in beautiful surroundings.
Self-catering cottage holidays in the UK and Ireland can still be a green option. You can have the comforts of home and the flexibility to do what you want; when you want - without the hassles of air travel!