Myrtle is a charming single-storey cottage with high ceilings and a stylish interior full of light, just 15 minutes on foot from the beach and the village. Originally one half of the coach house, it’s now part of a unique holiday retreat at 15th Century Trenoweth Manor, in an idyllic, secluded woodland setting close to the sea (1km on foot to Porthoustock beach). Perfect for couples, friends or small families, it can be booked in tandem with adjoining cottage Iris, to suit groups of up to eight. A stone-built coach house converted into two cottages conjures a pretty picture, especially when it’s nestled less than a mile from the sea; and Iris and Myrtle will fulfil your dreams of rural-coastal bliss - with their high ceilings and modern-country style interiors, where an easy blend of vintage and contemporary furnishings has been used to create individual and inviting holiday homes for a memorable staycation. A peaceful place to simply ‘be’ - or a perfect base from which to explore and enjoy this sensational and vibrant part of Cornwall. Myrtle has a characterful living room with a dining space and open, airy kitchen - and the original brick arch and timber beams at the centre are a quirky reminder of an earlier life ‘on the farm’! It’s a relaxed space, with a comfy L-shaped sofa in emerald velvet, complemented by the warm-chestnut dining table - and with lovely natural light in all seasons this is a great spot to catch up on the papers. The layout works well and ensures no-one will feel left out when it’s time to cook! The kitchen is a practical working space, so whether you’re rustling up a light lunch or intent on honing your cooking skills to make the most of the local produce, you should find the necessary tools! The bedrooms are attractively furnished, with an antique French double bed in one and a pair of pine sleigh beds in the other; all dressed with pure cotton bed linen and good quality duvets/pillows. Trenoweth itself is a delightful setting with extensive grounds around the house and cottages so we’ve created various places for our guests to sit and soak up the peace and quiet. There is a broad central lawn between the cottages and the manor house; and the sheltered lawn just across the driveway could be the perfect place for you and your little ones to set up a camp! We haven't created individual dedicated gardens for the cottages this year - we felt the gardens lend themselves to a more versatile setup, especially since Myrtle and Iris (adjoining) are also an ideal solution for two families/two generations or sets of friends who want to share a holiday with independent space – and we can set up one large garden table and chairs so that meals can be enjoyed together in the afternoon or evening sun. Guests are invited to stroll through our pretty woods, with their thick carpet of bluebells in spring. This is somewhere to escape the hustle and bustle, revel in being outdoors in nature and enjoy simple pleasures; watch the skies and tides, walk, talk, read, and indulge in beautiful food created from the best ingredients the land and the sea has to offer. You will find endless opportunities to re-charge your mind and relax – or to be dizzyingly active with surfing, wind-surfing, paddle-boarding and kayaking on the protected eastern shores, diving, riding and golf on offer, and of course sailing, fishing, wild swimming and great countryside to explore by bike. You will have the whole cottage to yourself, and in case you need to wash any clothes during your stay we have a separate laundry room on site (shared between you and the adjoining cottage), as well as hoses for rinsing off muddy/sandy boots, wetsuits, coats and dogs. As hosts we are available on site to greet you and assist with any additional information about the cottages or the surrounding area that you may need or find useful. The coach house cottages are separate from our home and are reserved entirely for holiday rental, so you will have the space and privacy to enjoy them, knowing we are present and on hand if and when needed. We do have a super-friendly Labrador who you may see through the gate - but she will be kept in our garden unless you particularly want to meet her! Check-in and check-out can also be via keys left in a lock box if you would prefer - although we have been incredibly sheltered during the course of this year we will understand if you prefer not to meet us in person. The Lizard peninsula is a place of special beauty - the most southerly part of Britain, designated an AONB and endowed with a magnificent coastline - and Trenoweth is a great location from which to enjoy everything the region has to offer; spectacular scenery, stunning beaches and hidden coves, rolling countryside, protected heath land and glorious cliff top walks along the South-West Coast Path. The mild climate makes it a year-round destination, blessed with wonderfully clean air, starry skies and an abundance of wildlife. The eastern side of the Lizard is a gentle paradise perfect for families, walkers, dog lovers, garden enthusiasts and anyone seeking a little tranquillity. The hills roll softly between wooded valleys, and the countryside of the ‘meneage’ from St. Keverne to the majestic Helford River has a romantic quality, where hidden creeks and streams nestle between ancient woods. Trenoweth Manor is just 1.1 km outside the thriving village of St. Keverne and only 1 km from the sea. Perched above an enchanting stream within a woodland landscape, the three acre garden is surrounded by lush farmland and paddocks, with footpaths strewn with wild flowers leading down to the crystal clear waters of two little-known beaches, Porthoustock and Porthallow and it’s the perfect spot for a memorable holiday! Lovely walks abound and you can set off straight from the grounds. Stroll along the stream beneath majestic beech trees; and take a gentle 15 minute walk along the footpath and past pretty thatched cottages, to the beach at Porthoustock. Follow the stream inland and on up through a few fields, and you will soon arrive at the churchyard and St. Keverne’s charming village square. You'll discover a living Cornish community here, with a 15th C church, two traditional family and dog friendly inns, an excellent family butcher and local grocery, newsagent, post office and ‘The Greenhouse’ – a highly acclaimed organic bistro featured in The Good Food Guide 2020. This part of Cornwall promises outstanding food in abundance and you should certainly try to book dinner at The Greenhouse in advance. A tiny gem, it serves exquisite modern rustic food acclaimed by critics and diners alike – but don’t be disappointed if you miss out on dinner here, because there are a host of other superb places to eat in the surrounding villages. Just down the road, Porthallow is a quintessential fishing cove, easy to reach on foot. Like Porthoustock it has a shingle beach with clear water - great for swimming, boating, kayaking and paddle-boarding. You may even spot a seal enjoying the water and at low tide there are rock pools for crabbing! The newly renovated Five Pilchards Inn has a courtyard garden by the beach and in winter a log fire awaits you inside. ‘Fat Apples’ is a vibrant licensed café, and host to live music evenings in summer time. On sunny days, the water at neighbouring Coverack (a short hop in the car) is a Caribbean-turquoise and with the tide out, a crescent of sand and rock pools awaits you in the bay. This pretty village has a picturesque harbour, numerous cafés, a pub garden with panoramic views and the Old Lifeboat House restaurant for fresh fish and chips (takeaway this autumn). There is a superb windsurfing/ kayaking/SUP centre here - and so many activities for adults and children to choose from in the area around. Hone diving skills at Porthkerris, take sailing lessons, charter or hire a boat at Helford or St. Anthony, ride on the beach, tee-off on the cliff-tops at Britain’s most southerly golf course or book a sea-fishing trip! Roskilly’s pretty organic farm is a fun family treat with dairy cattle, calves, sheep, pigs, goats, chickens, turkeys and more to see, a tiny art gallery, a country café for breakfast or lunch - and of course their delicious ice cream! A few miles away, you can visit rescued seals, seal pups, sea lions, otters, penguins and ponies at the enchanting Cornish Seal Sanctuary in Gweek. Picturesque Helford is a sailing village and the fabulous Shipwrights Arms sits proudly above the river. A little ferry will take you across the water to Helford Passage and the charismatic Ferry Boat Inn (in season) for equally lovely views. Follow in Daphne du Maurier’s footsteps on a circular walk up to mysteriously beautiful Frenchman’s Creek – the inspiration for her romantic tale of piracy and smuggling. There are several places to stop for refreshment near here, Kestle Barton with its small exhibition space and contemporary garden, The Pantry, where coffee, pastries and cakes are served in the historic stable yard setting of Trelowarren, a private country estate near Mawgan and Helford - or try the adjoining New Yard Restaurant for a locally sourced, seasonal supper. Delightful Manaccan has a pretty church and The New Inn, a charming thatched pub with a sunny garden and roaring fire in winter. The inn was so beloved that locals and returning visitors formed a co-operative to buy it - The Telegraph listed it as one of the ten best ‘rescued’ pubs nationally - and it is family, wheelchair and dog friendly. There are so many other gorgeous places to visit. Cadgwith Cove with its quaint thatched inn and tiny fishing harbour, Lizard Point with its iconic lighthouse and dramatic cliff top walks, and the white sands and brilliant turquoise waters of Kynance Cove (more famous than ever since its starring role in ‘Poldark’) where there is an off-grid beach café. Mullion harbour is impressive and Poldhu Cove includes a beautiful sandy beach, surf school and a museum devoted to Marconi’s work, on the site of his first successful transatlantic radio signal, sent in 1901. The Halzephron Inn at Gunwalloe is the place to enjoy panoramic views across Mounts bay and watch the sun go down, perfect after a walk on the long beach below the coast road. Visit atmospheric Church Cove, resting place of two lost treasure ships and part of The National Trust’s 1,500 acre Penrose Estate - which also includes a beautiful 120 acre lake, The Loe. There are numerous other fabulous places to explore - and to eat out. Porthleven, with its Napoleonic harbour, quaint cobbled walkways and arty-vibe, has an abundance of restaurants, cafés and bars. Jude Kereama’s celebrated Kota (plus Kota Kai) faces the inner harbour - and holds an esteemed Michelin Bib Gourmand – and celebrity chef Michael Caines has recently acquired a new restaurant expected to open in 2021. You’ll also find that many other stunning places to the west, including St. Michael’s Mount, the thrilling Minack open-air theatre and of course Land's End and St. Ives, are within an hour’s drive. The best way to get around, explore the wider area and make the most of your holiday is by car, but Trenoweth Manor is just 1.1 km outside the thriving village of St. Keverne and only 1 km from the sea, so you certainly don't have to drive everywhere if you don't want to and there are plenty of lovely places you can reach on a bike. There is also a bus service linking St. Keverne to nearby villages, Helston and beyond. A few details and home truths to note ... Pure cotton bed linen and towels are provided for you, with good quality duvets and pillows (please let us know well in advance if you require feather or microfiber duvets etc.). We ask that you bring your own beach towels, please do not use our bathroom towels for the beach or outside. Travel cot and high chairs available - please let us know in advance (and we ask that you bring your own bedding and additional mattress for the travel cot). There is no washing machine in the cottage, we have a separate laundry room on site (shared between you and the adjoining cottage), as well as hoses for rinsing off muddy/sandy boots, wetsuits, coats and dogs. The kitchen has a cooker with oven, separate grill and electric hob, fridge, mini freezer and microwave. Kettle, toaster, cafetière, plenty of pots and pans and essentials like a salad spinner and salt/pepper grinders. We will leave you a little welcome basket which will include some basics like tea, coffee and a bottle of lovely local milk (please leave the bottle for us to return to the shop). Note there is no dishwasher at the moment but look for an upgrade when we re-jig the kitchen next year! Flat screen TV with FreeSat channels, DVD player, selection of books. We haven't put a huge TV into the cottage, simply because we didn't want to spoil the room - the best place for the TV being in the corner next to the dining area. However, we do have a bigger TV available so if you think this might bother you, just let us know and we can swap the small one with a bigger model for your stay. There's plenty of room for you to park on the drive, where there are also handy outside taps for washing off wellies and muddy paws when it’s wet! One or two well behaved dogs (small to medium sized) allowed by prior arrangement at an additional charge of £45 per dog/per week or short break. Please include details of your pet with your booking request (age, breed or type and size). Please could all paws remain on the floor, pets are not to be allowed on the furniture or beds and should not be left unattended in the cottage. We also ask you to bring your own dog towels. Please note: You won't get a good mobile signal at the house (in fact quite likely no signal at all) so you will either need to use WiFi calling or if your phone doesn't support the function then you can walk to the top of the drive (or just beyond) if you want to catch up with the office. But there is so much to do and see here that most of our visitors have tried to detox from their phones! WiFi; The WiFi for the cottages has a good speed, but bear in mind the stone walls are very thick so it is not always quite the same as in a city house or flat. However, it has been thoroughly tested by our guests this summer including some who've needed to make Zoom calls for work - and it has worked perfectly well so far. The cottage is accessed off a small paved courtyard shared with the adjoining cottage Iris (the courtyard can be seen in the photograph with the little table and chairs set up). The cottages do not have dedicated private gardens but there are various sitting areas within the large garden including a central lawn, also pictured.