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Romantic Retreat

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Conservatory Dining
Lounge
Tea Time
Bedroom
Ben Ainsley Eat Your Heart Out
Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

1 bedroomSleeps 247 sq m

Popular amenities

  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

Check out the area

Map
Penryn, Cornwall
  • Popular LocationFalmouth University8 min drive
  • Popular LocationMaenporth Beach15 min drive
  • Popular LocationGyllyngvase Beach17 min drive
  • AirportPlymouth (PLH-Plymouth City)100 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Romantic Retreat

Loafers Glory has one double bedroom with an en suite shower room, making it ideal for a couple. There is an open plan living area with newly fitted kitchen and sitting room, as well as a tastefully decorated conservatory (with new roof this year). Centrally heated throughout. You have a choice of two outside seating barbecue areas, one has a parasol for protection from the sun, the other is under a weather proof pergola to enjoy all weather outside relaxation, with a hammock seat to kick back in.

You are welcome to use our free Wi-Fi internet network with your own mobile device or the SMART HD TV. There is a good selection of books, novels, guides and maps available for your use including cookery books. The Krups Coffee maker has proved to be popular.

After a day’s adventure, you will find Loafers Glory the perfect place to return to unwind with a cold drink in the garden or conservatory, or maybe cook with fresh herbs from the garden on a the barbecues, reflecting on your day and planning the next.

The entrance to Loafers Glory is through the double doors of the Conservatory area which is arranged as a Dining Room with bone china tea and dining service. On a fine day you can throw the doors open and eat al fresco under the pergola by the pond or by the figs and grape vine. A large radiator, blinds, HIFI and sofa allow privacy, comfort and flexibility throughout the year in the conservatory. A romantic dining atmosphere overlooking the enclosed garden stocked with magnolia, hydrangea, roses and fuchsia is quite special. We are fortunate to have an abundance of wildlife in this quiet spot which you can watch from the comfort of your 'home away'.

The open plan oak floored lounge area is the perfect place to relax after the adventures of your day, with entertainment to ensure your holiday continues. There are two large leather sofa's for stretching out with Freeview SMART HD TV with Wi-Fi access and a neatly concealed Washer/Dryer.

The newly refurbished, well-equipped country kitchen includes a coffee maker, microwave, electric cooker and hob, fridge providing occupants with the perfect basis to self-cater.

The bedroom is tastefully decorated. The double bed is furnished with luxury quilt, pillows and bed linen. There is a dressing table mirror, hair dryer and wardrobe. Bath robes provided.

The bright modern shower room offers attractive facilities (bath sheets provided) electric shower, towel rail/radiator and toilet.

Secluded Garden with choice of outside dining patios, ample parking, central heating.

Easy access to many varied public footpaths for some fine walking or cycling from the doorstep.

Property manager

Shelley Thorpe

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 5
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Penryn

Located in Penryn, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Carwinion House and Garden and Pendennis Castle are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and Tehidy Country Park. Potager Garden and Raze the Roof Indoor Play & Laser Tag are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and hiking.
Map
Penryn, Cornwall

What's nearby

  • Falmouth University - 8 min drive
  • Swanpool Beach - 8 min drive
  • Trebah Gardens - 9 min drive
  • Maenporth Beach - 15 min drive
  • Gyllyngvase Beach - 17 min drive

Getting around

  • Penmere Station - 9 min drive
  • Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • Verdant Brewing Company Limited - 6 min drive
  • Seven Stars - 6 min drive
  • Chilli's - 7 min drive
  • Trelowarren Arms - 7 min drive
  • Bango Kitchen - 6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Romantic Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Romantic Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Romantic Retreat?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Romantic Retreat located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Penjerrick, Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and The Lizard. Potager Garden and Raze the Roof Indoor Play & Laser Tag are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Maria & Peter C., Melbourne, Australia

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
A rural stay
The accommodation is a conversion in the garden of the main house. Parking is in the shared carport. It is charming and compact in a small hamlet. The A39 is approximately 5km drive through the narrow lanes common in Cornwall.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wendy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing stay perfectly pleasant accommodation
Shelley and Peter were very friendly and accommodating. Loafers Glory was a well equipped. Shelley provided fresh milk, yummy cookies and fresh flowers. Lots of privacy, pleasant garden. Everything we needed was provided. Koi pond was nice surprise.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charmaine D., Gloucester

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fab accommodation & all the seasons in 1 week
Loafers Glory Treverva Falmouth Was glorious and lots of loafing, was done 😉 Thank you both for a fabulous week, made extra special with all your little touches, such as fresh flowers, tea tray, table laid, on arrival, milk, drinks, and groceries to get us started, and bathrobes to save us packing. We also enjoyed your CDs as we dined on home-cooked local produce. In August for Falmouth, Tall Ships we had a week of all seasons, glorious, sunshine, torrential rain, storm, Betty, glorious sunshine. We walked to local pubs, the new inn at Mabe, Twice, fab food! including a night walk back around the reservoir, and the Trelowarren. Friday fireworks viewed from PizzaExpress were great. On-board Tall ships was definitely a fab experience (after a 1.5 hour hot and sunny queue). Sad we missed the laser shows and crew parades, which were not as well advertised. Thanks for letting us stay the extra night after the storm. The Sun returned and we had a wonderful day at Swan pool beach. Definitely a gloriously loafing week, hope to stay again in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Annette L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Thank you for warm welcome with flowers, ready prepared table and so lovely decorated. We appreciated this cottage in the evening coming home.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anne S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful oasis in the centre of everything Cornish.
Peaceful location,warm welcome, comfortable surroundings,home from home feel with little things that made you feel special and looked after. Easy access to many key areas of Cornwall, would highly recommend for long or short stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Shelley Thorpe

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Your hosts, Shelley and Peter have not looked back since moving to Treverva from the nearby Harbour town of Falmouth twenty two years ago. We have spent many years between us holidaying and living in Cornwall, working in Engineering, the Health Service, Education and Marine Industry. Previously from Leicester and Liverpool, a desire for a slower pace of life and chance to indulge in his hobbies of water sports led Peter to Cornwall, much as Shelley's parents some 42 years ago. We also enjoy travelling and have extensively toured the UK staying in numerous Guest Houses and B&B's in search of our ancestors.

Why they chose this property

We are still surprised to be finding new delightful areas in this part of Cornwall (beaches, creek-sides, villages and gardens), which we would be happy to share with you.

The main barn was used as a headquarters by the local land army in the 2nd world war.

Loafers Glory is named after the boat which Shelley's parents bought when realising their dream all those years ago.

What makes this property unique

We have been lovingly modernising the property over the last 20 years and think we have managed to build a high quality holiday experience which we ourselves would be delighted to receive.

Last year we built a double oak carport for guests to use. This year we have installed a small convenient dishwasher and a new conservatory roof, allowing guests to be more comfortable throughout the year. We are planning to install electric car charging point in the not too distant future too.
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