Hartriza

Hartriza has been completely refurbished during 2021 and is nestled in a quiet street close to the heart of St Austell. Charlestown, Mevagissey and Fowey are beautiful tranquil seaside towns, steeped in history and are close by as are the wonderful beaches at Porthpean, Duporth, Carlyon Bay and Pentewan. A short drive will take you to the world-famous Eden Project and the Lost Gardens of Heligan. Hartriza has been completely refurbished during 2021 and is a beautifully presented, modern property with parking in St Austell. There is a substantial kitchen/dining room with a door to a small patio and a separate living room on the ground floor, which benefits from underfloor heating. Upstairs is a double master bedroom with an en suite shower room, two further single bedrooms and a family bathroom. The whole property has been tastefully furnished to create a bright and cheery ambience. Hartriza is a great base to explore the areas surrounding St Austell with the Eden Project and the Lost Gardens of Heligan both within a short drive. Mevagissey is well worth a visit to explore the stunning harbour and the myriad of tiny streets, eclectic shops and restaurants where you are guaranteed a fine selection of local seafood. Charlestown is also close and is often used as a film set. Several scenes from the much-loved ITV series Poldark were filmed around the historic harbour and many other well-known film and TV series. It is a great place to explore with its fascinating Shipwreck Centre, lovely beach and great range of places to eat. There are superb beaches at Pentewan, Porthpean, Duporth and Carlyon Bay. Accommodation Ground Floor: Front door leads into the living room with comfortable leather sofas, large flatscreen TV, a small table, and chairs. Kitchen/dining room with table and chairs fitted units and appliances. WC with hand basin. First Floor: Master bedroom with a 4'6" double bed, en suite shower room with WC and hand basin. Family bathroom with shower over, WC and hand basin. Single bedroom with 3' bed and storage and a further single bedroom with 3' bed and storage. Exterior: Off-road parking space in front of the property will fit a medium-sized car. Small patio with table and chairs. Facilities & Services A gas central heating system powers underfloor heating on the ground floor and radiators on the first floor. The kitchen has a range of equipment and fully fitted units and appliances. There is an electric oven and hob, a microwave, toaster, kettle, dishwasher and a combined fridge freezer. The sitting room area has a flatscreen digital TV. There is WiFi available at the property. There is an iron & ironing board. Miscellaneous Electricity, heating, bed linen and towels are all included, but you must bring your own beach towels. No smoking. No dogs. Children with a minimum age of 10 are welcome. General Booking Information Arrival / Departure is usually a Saturday. Short breaks are available during quieter periods. £250 pre-authorised to your credit or debit card as a security deposit is required. St Austell was once the major producer of the world's China Clay. Now with cheaper imports, the industry is in decline, but The Wheal Martyn China Clay Museum set in two former working pits depicts the countryside in years gone by. Wet weather activities could include the visitor centre at St Austell Brewery, sampling beers and ales made on the premises. The brewery has recently started exporting its products across the Tamar River to England, so you may find where your favourite brew is made. There are a number of supermarkets, a cinema and there is a shopping centre only a few minutes walk from Hartriza. Having largely resisted the modernisation and commercialisation of some other popular destinations, Charlestown has held onto its unique, quintessential Cornish charm. For this reason, it has been a popular backdrop to many film and television projects, including Poldark, Dr Who and Tim Burton's Alice in Wonderland. Steeped in history, no visit would be complete without a trip to the Charlestown Shipwreck and Heritage Centre, which exhibits a fascinating array of artefacts, stories and information about the village and its maritime history. Aside from the museum, Charlestown also has a couple of art galleries, a harbourside pub boasting excellent views, a small sandy beach, and many small shops to browse your way through. Once a year, the village holds its annual Regatta: a week-long event featuring watersports, games, sports competitions and a carnival, all to raise money for the village. With plenty to while away an enjoyable day, Charlestown is well worth a visit. Fowey (pronounced Foy) is one of the most iconic places in Cornwall. Set on the steep banks on the Fowey Estuary, the narrow streets and alleys are just great to explore. Views of the harbour are dramatic. Just watching the activities in the harbour can keep you occupied for many hours! Life in Fowey revolves around the water. The local fishing fleet land the freshest catches, and local specialities include mussels, oysters, clams, crab & lobster. There are some great restaurants and pubs around and nearby. Life on the water culminates in the middle of August with the Fowey Regatta Week, where yacht racing takes place all week. Watch the historic Falmouth Working Boats racing in the close confines of the estuary, or enjoy the many festivities around the town. Pentewan (between St Austell and Mevagissey) has an industrial past that is still evident today. It was once a busy harbour built by a local mine owner for shipping china clay. Inland is the Pentewan Valley Trail which is 4km of woodland and riverside walking following an old gauge railway to the village of London Apprentice. The village also has a small, friendly pub with tables on the old harbourside. There is a wonderful sandy beach which is ideal for families. The town of Mevagissey is just a 15-minute drive away. Mevagissey is a wonderful little Cornish fishing village in South East Cornwall. The tiny seaside village is packed with old Cornish cottages complete with narrow alleyways leading to converted fish cellars offering gift shops, galleries, pubs and cafes. Once a major Pilchard port, now the harbour boasts a smaller fleet, many of which provide sea tours or boat trips to Fowey situated further up the South coast. The harbour provides an ideal backdrop for a fish and chips supper, followed by a stroll through the town at dusk. The Lost Gardens of Heligan and the Eden Project are within an easy drive, and so this is an excellent location for the keen gardener. Nearby Gorran Haven offers an alternative day out. You can continue south along the coast down to Caerhays Castle and Porthluney Cove. Cliff walks in all directions along the coast offer spectacular views out across the St Austell Bay, with the coastal path only a few minutes walk away.