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Sorgente Contemporary Cornish Holiday Cottage
- cottage807 sq. ft.
- People: 4
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Min. Stay: 5 nights
Cozy Retreat Close To Falmouth, Contemporary Interior, Traditional Cottage
Bedrooms
Twin bedroom
Master bedroom
The master bedroom is situated at the rear of the property and is very quiet with two double-glazed modern windows over-looking the garden. The standard-sized double bed has a firm orthopedic-type mattress, and matching bedside tables and chest of draws and large mirror. Lights can be operated from bedside too. The floor is of solid oak and feels great under bare feet, even in the winter, although the house shoes provided may be more to your liking. Sorgente's twin bedroom has two standard singles with luxury mattresses, ample storage space and access around the room, and a wall-hung mirrror. As with all the rooms, the floors are in natural wood, and in this case it has been finished with bees wax, so it feels very smooth even under bare feet. With traditional box sash windows, recently restored using sound proofing and double glazing, you're sure to sleep snuggly at night. The generously sized bathroom is situated on the same floor between the two bedrooms for easy access.
Facilities
Featured
- Internet
- Air Conditioning
- Fireplace
- TV
- Children Welcome
- Parking
- No Smoking
- Heater
Bathrooms
- Bathrooms: 1
- Bathroom 1toilet, Bath with shower, Bath , BidetLuxurious with rain shower guests favourite part of the home
- Sorgente is an Italian word meaning SOURCE, usually used for water source but can also be used for the source of energy. Our bathroom was not the reason we chose this name for our holiday cottage but you'd be forgiven for thinking so! We have high water pressure and a large gas combi boiler that delivers copious amounts of water through our rain shower. We added the luxury of a bidet and a double-ended bath large enough for two, and avoided using shower curtains, the textured floor tiles are sealed so any splashing is not a problem. Tiled completely using Italian porcelain adds to the luxurious experience, bathing not only in water but also in lots of light, including natural light from a large skylight window. Due to the heat recovery system there are no noisy fans each time you switch on the light and no more steamy mirrors!
Safety features
- First-aid kitKitchen, on shelf bove the fridge
- Smoke detectorKItchen and upper landing
- Carbon-monoxide detectorLiving room where there is a wood burning stove
- Exterior lighting
Location Type
- near the sea
- town
- village
General
- Air conditioningA heat recovery system, not actually air conditioning. It does not cool or heat the house, but cleans the air by mixing fresh air with recovered heat from existing air, removing smells, dust and damp.
- HeatingFull gas central heating, radiators in each room with independent thermastats. Heated towel rail in bathroom.
- Linens providedAll bed linen per person, already prepared. Change mid-stay may be requested if 14 nights.
- Washing machineDetergent / tablets not provided.
- FireplaceWood burning stove. Only kiln-dried logs may be used. May be ordered from us in advance or buy locally.
- Parking availableFree on road parking. Not reserved.
- InternetFree wifi, you may also use a cable connected to the router. Consider bringing one of more than 3m.
- Towels availableHand and bath towels. Change mid-stay may be requested if stay is more than15 nights.
- Wireless InternetFree wifi, security password can be found easily on arrival.
- Wood stoveWood burning stove *not multi-fuel*. Only small kiln-dried, seasoned logs can be used. Theses may be ordered from us along with kindling. We do not provide an axe or an area for chopping,
- Iron & board
- Hair dryer
- Kitchen roll
- Basic soaps
- Toilet roll
- Living RoomUnder stairs cupboard contains cleaning equipment, high-chair, baby bath, clothes horse, iron and ironing board.
- Baby Gate
Kitchen
- FridgeWith smaller ice making/freezer compartment.
- HobMains gas. Hob set in a solid beech, work surface treated with natural oils.
- OvenMains gas, oven installed under the work top, not above.
- Microwave
- Grill
- Coffee makerTwo types - caffetiere and plunger plus instant coffee powder too
- Toaster4 slice toaster
- Pantry itemsTea, coffee, fresh milk, sugar and also available for all 7 and 14 night stays with checkin on Fridays: bottle of wine, Cornish Cream Tea (scones, jam, clotted cream) local newspaper and fresh flowers
- Dishes & utensilsMinimum 4 of everything *reduced from 6 due to Covid.
- Kitchen
- Kettle
Dining
- Seating for 4 people
- Dining area
- Child's highchair
- DiningSharing the kitchen area and natural light from the large patio windows. Seats four and accomodates a baby high-chair too.
Entertainment
- Television22" with Freeview chanels. You may also play your own DVDs and Blurays.
- StereoRadio, CD, iPod dock, with adapters for all types.
- DVD playerAlso Bluray
- BooksRemoved due to COVID-19
- GamesRemoved due to COVID-19 We are happy to hear suggestions for providing others in the future
- ToysRemoved due to COVID-19
Outside
- GardenSmall cottage garden raised by a few steps, may be used for dining with or without your own BBQ trays. Outdoor furniture provided. Sun trap in afternoon and herbs can be found in the walls or pots.
- Outdoor Furniture
- GolfNearby in Falmouth, in Truro or a litttle further afield.
Suitability
- wheelchair inaccessibleNo walk-in shower, high-sided bath no hand rails, narrow entrance with steps on road not pavement, steps in garden
- Long-term renters welcome
Policies
Cancellation Policy
- 100% refund if you cancel at least 30 days before check-in.
- 50% refund (minus the service fee) if you cancel at least 14 days before check-in.
- No refund if you cancel less than 14 days before check-in.
Damage and incidentals
You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property that is caused by you or your party during your stay.
House Rules
Children allowed
No pets
No smoking
Max guests: 4 (sleeps up to 2 adults)
Minimum age of primary renter:
- No: parties, deep fat frying, candles, incense, outdoor shoes in rooms, food to be consumed on sofas. Only kiln-dried logs to be used in woodburner
Cleaning practices
Cleaned with disinfectant
Check in and check out with no person-to-person contact
High-touch surfaces cleaned with disinfectant (e.g. countertops, light switches, handles and taps)
All towels and bedding washed in hot water that’s at least 60ºC
Location
Owner
Alex
- Languages:
- English, German, Italian
About Alex
This is our main home when we return to Cornwall. We now spend most of our time in the Italian Alps but return to Cornwall as much as we can. Our little boys are growing fast and the beaches in Cornwall are so much better than in Italy... really!
Alex purchased this cottage in 1999
Why Alex chose Penryn
On the main route (fast road or country lanes) between Falmouth and Truro. Close enough to Falmouth without having the bother with traffic, and easy to go further afield, the Lizard peninsula is very accessible. Eyns botanical gardens is only a walk away up the hill.
What makes this cottage unique
Ultra clean, and with a heat recovery system, both of which help us provide a place suitable for those with air-borne allergies and asthsma. Also, you'll not find many cottages in the area which have a bidet and rain shower in a luxurious bathroom.