Hillside House
Hillside House
8 The Square Portscatho
TRURO
Cornwall
TR2 5HW
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Description
Boasting the AA's prestigious FOUR RED DIAMONDS This fine old Captains house has recently been stylishly refurbished to an extremely high standard. It is situated in the heart of the most perfect little unspoilt seaside village on Cornwall's stunningly beautiful Roseland Peninsula. See pictures in Photo Gallery . . . This friendly relaxed B&B is situated yards from the harbour, sandy beach and local friendly pub. It is open all year round. Continental breakfast is served during the week and full English at weekends. All stylishly refurbished rooms have ensuite bath or shower room, shaver points, tea and coffee making facilities, remote TV/DVD/CD and direct dial phones. Wireless broadband is also available. If no availability shows contact B&B directly as other rooms may be vacant.The scenic south west coastal path takes you along rocky cliffs, past lush hedgerows to hidden coves and further secluded golden sandy beaches, including Towan beach where seals keep their own private cove. Portscatho village offers a 17th century pub, three art galleries, a restaurant, post office and local store open from 7am to 7pm every day. The new chic Harbour Club has a long bar, pool room, fantastic sea views, sketching nights Tuesdays with local artist Chris Insoll, and film nights Mondays and Wednesdays. Other excellent restaurants are a 15 minute drive away. An off-the-beaten-track retreat from a crazy world. A peaceful quiet setting that once visited, you will wish to return to. Nearby local attractions include:Mevagissey - a charming fishing village with its boat trips, many pubs and restaurants The Lost Gardens of HeliganCharlestown with its tall shipsTrelissick National Trust GardensSt Just in Roseland church - one of Sir John Betjeman's favourite churchesSt Mawes with its castle, beach, river and sea views and many pubs and restaurantsVeryan roundhousesThe River Fal with its wild and bird life: herons, egrets, oyster catchers, terns,Cream Tea at Mellinsey Mill (the writer's favourite) - a fabulous lakeside setting where cheeky birds await your crumbsCaerhays Castle designed by John Nash at the beginning of the 18th century with its national reputation for its gardens and plant collectionsHowever you may wish to simply park the car, stay around Portscatho, walkalong the coast and enjoy the tranquil setting.