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Beautiful 3-bedroom, pet-friendly cottage in Flushing with parking

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Compass Cottage from the street with its Cornish charm!
Flushing from the water in summer.
Compass Cottage is located just a stones throw from the waterside.
The charming pink front door.
The lounge features a bold and welcoming colour scheme.
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7110.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Water viewWater viewWater view

Explore the area

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Flushing, Cornwall
  • Popular LocationFalmouth University9 min drive
  • Popular LocationSwanpool Beach10 min drive
  • Popular LocationGyllyngvase Beach21 min drive
  • AirportNewquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall)55 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 3

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo

Spaces

About this property

Beautiful 3-bedroom, pet-friendly cottage in Flushing with parking

Built for a prominent Cornish shipwright during the packet era - a time when Flushing was the center of the postal service for the world - Compass Cottage now provides a deceptively spacious and welcoming home for families taking in all the delights of Flushing, Mylor and the Falmouth area.

RESERVED PARKING: Available at Flushing Quay, just 3 minutes walk away!

MAIN FLOOR: HALLWAY
The main floor of the 1821-built cottage is deceptively spacious. The tiled vestibule proves a great space for addressing muddy boots or paws! Once inside, the ceramic tile leads you through the main hallway into the home.

LOUNGE/ RECEPTION ROOM
The lounge is a tranquil and sociable space with two large and comfortable sofas, armchair and vintage original window seat. An updated Clear Vu wood-burner stands ready in the hearth to make your stay even more luxurious. Entertainment in the form of vintage reading material or modern Smart TV including Sky channels, Netflix and Disney+. There is also an array of puzzles, games and activities housed in the built-in cabinetry.

KITCHEN:
The recently renovated and well designed space is ready to cater to all your needs. The Cornish range maybe long-gone, but the integrated electric NEFF double ovens providing fuss-free and reliable cooking. The induction hob, complete with brand new pots and pans provide instant heat and control. The integrated fridge freezer includes masses of storage for a busy holidaying family of all types. An extensive list of crockery, cutlery and cooking utensils has been recently purchased.Appliances include Swan coffee machine for those who enjoy the process of coffee-making but also a Nespresso machine for those who want to get to the beach. Pink SMEG toaster and kettle round out the appliances. Belfast-style sink and custom butchers block complete the space with style.

DINING ROOM & "NOOK"
Directly off the kitchen, you'll find the dining room complete with up-cycled traditional farmhouse table and chairs from local Saffron Cottage Furniture. Compass Cottage provides a truly unique dining experience with its glass ceiling. Whether it's breakfast under the summer blue skies, or dinner under the stars, a meal around the traditional farmhouse table is unbeatable. The comfortable sofa in the nook off this space provides a relaxing place to digest or read.

REAR COURTYARD:
The cosy courtyard has been recently renovated and features the cottage's namesake - a compass - inset in the patio. This space provides a welcome outside retreat complete with metal patio set and bench. Enjoy morning coffee or evening glass of wine to the sounds of the seagulls overhead and the boat rigging sounding out against the wind.

DOWNSTAIRS SHOWER/ WET ROOM:
The recently renovated shower room features Delft-style tiling in homage to the Dutch founders of Flushing. Being on the main floor means you can roll into the shower from your outdoor adventures with ease, and you'll love the super-powerful Miel shower. Hanging space for wetsuits rounds out a space designed for entirely for the Cornish beach-lover.
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UPSTAIRS:
Up the turning staircase you'll find an array of closet space designed for case and hanging contents. Compass Cottage benefits from having two comfortable and welcoming double rooms.

BEDROOM ONE:
This main bedroom features a king-sized bed, complete with wall mounted bedside lights and drawers. The room also enjoys shallow storage in the built-in cabinetry and a dressing table. A range of duvets and linens have been selected to cater to a variety of sleepers. From this room you'll catch a glimpse of the Bowling Green and enjoy views of the oldest house in Flushing - An Coth directly opposite.

BEDROOM TWO:
This slightly smaller room is furnished with a similarly stylish double bed. Again there is storage in the form of bedside cabinets and dressing table. Hanging space is also provided in the wall hanging cabinet. Both bedrooms feature mounted art from a range of local artists and craftspeople.

MAIN BATHROOM:
We hope that you take the time to enjoy a deep bath in our luxury bathroom. The fixings are in keeping with the Grade II-listed property and the Fired Earth bathtub in particular envelops the bather - take advantage of the wine glass holder for some quality you time!
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ATTIC ROOM/ BEDROOM 3:
This recently finished room is a revelation for the family enjoying their Cornish adventure and from the front skylight you'll enjoy views out over the Carrick Roads to the town of Falmouth. The space is equally adaptable for younger children as it is for teens and adults. The attic room features comfortable sleeping for three in the form of two beds and a trundle. The warm and welcoming space features an array of books, blocks and wooden toys perfect for the small ones. A new flat-screen TV ready for hooking up to a games console or DVD player will likely delight the older ones. Under-bed storage invites clean-up and organization. Once the kids are settled into this space, they won't want to leave... Something that will likely mean a quiet main house~!

Amenities

Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Water view
Fireplace

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 50 lbs per pet (limit 3 pets total)

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Falmouth

Located in Falmouth, this vacation home is in the city center and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and Tehidy Country Park, while Performance Centre and Falmouth Art Gallery are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Aberfal Outdoor Pursuits, or consider a night out at Tolmen Centre. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Flushing, Cornwall

What's nearby

  • Falmouth University - 9 min drive
  • Swanpool Beach - 10 min drive
  • Pendennis Castle - 11 min drive
  • Gyllyngvase Beach - 21 min drive
  • Maenporth Beach - 22 min drive

Getting around

  • Penryn Station - 13 min drive
  • Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • Prince of Wales - 19 min walk
  • Upper Deck - 6 min drive
  • Finn McCoul's - 20 min walk
  • Grapes Inn - 9 min drive
  • Palacio Lounge - 8 min drive

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About the host

Your host

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Your hosts - Andy and Shaun - became the proud owners of Compass Cottage in 2023.

We're obsessed with this part of Cornwall and have friends and relations close. We enjoy swimming and rock-pooling on Flushing beach with our son Lucas, exploring the many great walks - particularly those that involve a pub at the end!

We both work in Animation, so keep your eyes peeled for any cartoon characters hidden around the place~!

Why they chose this property

Reputed to be England's warmest village, due to its unique micro-climate, it first gained prominence as a Dutch settlement in the 1600s. Then known as 'Nankersey', it was the European settlers who developed the distinctive dutch quays, which still stand strong to this day. In the late 1700s thru to the mid-19th century, Flushing was a bustling and vibrant centre of the International packet industry, acting as a hub for mail destined to the new world. Reminders of both of these interesting facts can be found throughout the village.

It may now only have around 700 inhabitants, but it's got the community spirit of a town much larger. Flushing hosts its annual Regatta in the summer, which features such delights as makeshift boat races across off the quay. There is also the village Pantomime in the winter and regular art and craft fares featuring an array of work by local artists.

Just 2 minutes walk away from Compass Cottage is a fantastic pub in The Royal Standard, and a lavish dining and cocktail experience at Harbour House. The village shop carries a wide range of essentials for your stay and has regular deliveries or bread and the all-important pasties!

Flushing Beach is a very easy 10-minute walk from the cottage and offers a safe place to paddle and swim. Particularly prized by as a sheltered and less-crowded swimming spot by locals, the beach also offers paddle-board hire in the summer season. From here, there are some beautiful scenic walks from Flushing to the neighboring villages of Mylor and the Restronguet Creek. There is also a fab children's chldren's parkground at the Bowling Green, on a short-cut from the beach to the village.

Flushing residents or "Strawbuckies" as they are known are welcoming and generous with their time and recommendations, but also pride themselves in living in a village that doesn't push the tourist agenda like many other Cornish seaside spots.

Flushing is a truly special Cornish experience~!

What makes this property unique

Built for a prominent Cornish shipwright during the packet era - a time when Flushing was the center of the postal service for the world - Compass Cottage has been completely renovated and tastefully decorated throughout. It now provides a deceptively spacious and welcoming home for families taking in all the delights of Flushing, Mylor and the Falmouth area.
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