Old School House

Gerrans Near Portscatho, Cornwall

Old School House is on the edge of the quiet village of Gerrans adjacent to the village green and has great views over the bay to Nare Head & Gull Rock. The cottage, though recently built, has been traditionally designed with beams, box frame windows and has loads of character including a really cosy open fireplace in the sitting room. It is a very comfortable place to stay with the benefit of a great, west facing secure courtyard garden to the rear. It is just a short walk to the villages of Gerrans and neighbouring Portscatho. The Royal Standard pub is just a few steps away and is an excellent little village pub. A short walk down the hill in Portscatho, you can find great sandy beaches, clear waters and loads of rock pools for the kids to explore. Portscatho is well known for its art and there are galleries to browse. The Plume of Feathers is another excellent pub, plus there is a good local store, post office and the Boathouse restaurant. Accommodation Ground Floor: Sitting room with sea views, french windows opening onto the lovely garden & open fireplace, dining room with sea views & extending table seating up to 8 people. Fully fitted modern kitchen with utility room to the rear with freezer & tumble drier. WC with shower room. First Floor: Main double bedroom with large wardrobes & sea views, second double bedroom with wardrobes & sea views, small bunk room with standard bunk beds. Family bathroom with over bath shower & WC. Exterior: Lovely west facing enclosed courtyard garden to the rear with a small patio, exterior furniture. A BBQ is provided. Facilities & Services Heating is via night storage heaters, additional electric heaters plus the open fireplace in the sitting room. The windows are double-glazed. The kitchen is very well equipped with a range of cupboards, kettle, toaster, electric double oven & hob, microwave, dishwasher & fridge. There is a washing machine