Welcome to Rose's Loft - A unique and bijou hideaway, within its own oasis.
The comfortable en suite bedroom is perfect for a restful night's sleep.
Space to delve into a good book, and to whip up some light refreshments.
There is an abundance of outdoor space, some of which is communal.
Serpentine splendour at Porthallow Beach, a short walk from Rose's Loft.
The open living/kitchen space is cosy but perfect.
There is a renowned cafe on site, but you also have a compact kitchen for private dining.
Open up the large door and let the fresh air in. You are moments from the sea.
The bedroom is beautifully appointed.
Complete with en suite shower-room and plenty of hanging space.
The sparkling shower is brand new.
A glow mirror.
Your private entrance.
Treehouse vibes under the canopy.
Indulge in one of the bountiful breakfasts on offer at the on-site café, Fat Apples.
Rose's Loft is a first floor annexe accessed via a short flight of wooden stairs.
The gorgeous beach is a short walk away, mid way point on the South West coast path and you can see St Mawes!
Porthallow beach in winter! There's not many places where the woodland is so close to the ocean.
There are lots of lovely spots around this calming oasis in which to enjoy.
Visit the resident chickens!
They are a social bunch.
The ponds are home to geese and ducks.
A very special place, with so many secret spots to hide away in.
The renowned Fat Apples Cafe is conveniently placed on site and is open for breakfast and lunch, with periodic evening events.
The food at Fat Apples is incredible and has been voted the number 1 eatery in the area on many platforms.
Perhaps an afternoon tea at the cafe tempts you?
Or a light continental ahead of a diving excursion at Porthkerris?
The indoor seating at Fat Apples Cafe has a log-burner to keep you toasty on the cooler days.
But there is plenty of outdoor seating to enjoy the sunnier days.
There is even a gift shop so you can take a piece of Cornwall to your loved ones back home.
It's like an Aladdin's cave of thoughtfully selected goodies.
The pretty private drive to access the accommodation, which is completely separate to the cafe entrance.
A haven to base your holiday.
Stunning ethereal footpaths to explore on site.
Traditional weather forecasting at Porthallow!
Coverack beach and harbour is a short drive away.
Visit Mullion Cove to see the island that is a bird sanctuary, just off shore.
7 Nights from £375
Features
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Dogs welcome
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Garden/Outside space
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Private parking
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Near a beach
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WiFi
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Linen and towels included
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Eco Cottage
Bedroom details
Bedroom 1
DoubleWith pastoral views of the surrounding woodland and within serpentine splendour, the conversion of this milking barn took place in 2021 to create a stunning bijou abode. Located a two-minute drive or a ten-minute walk to the pretty fishing village of Porthallow, which is the mid-way point on the South West Coast Path. Also, within the iconic Fat Apples site which has a beautiful community energy yet boasts an exclusively private feel with its own entrance, Rose's Loft is a truly unique hideaway for two lucky guests and is named after the owner's mother, Rose Jourdan (nee Paynter). Rose was related to Colonel Paynter, a characterful landowner that resided at Boskenna House near St Buryan. Although Rose spent her life living in Devon, she truly loved Cornwall and followed the Newlyn School of Painters, a group of artists based near Newlyn from the late 1800's till the early 20th Century.
Ascend the ten steps to your external canopied entrance vestibule, kick off your walking boots or beach shoes and be welcomed by the serene and neutral palette of your humble living space. The petite space is open plan and includes a mini kitchen for whipping up a light breakfast, brunch or supper, a comfortable lounge area and private dining space should you wish to use it, complete with divine glass door perfect for letting both the light and the fresh country air flood in.
The bedroom is spacious and has a comfortable double bed, plenty of hanging space and a brand new shower-room with glow mirror. There is an interconnecting door to the neighbouring property, but rest assured this is completely soundproof and private.
There is an abundance of surrounding land to enjoy at Rose's Loft. This is communal with the very small and friendly campsite that is also on site. There's a wealth of places to settle down with a good novel on a sun lounger or with a picnic under the towering canopies, or by the natural pond where geese, ducks, ducklings and goslings reside. This land is eco conscious and the habitat for the wildlife is encouraged with wildflower meadows and a safer space for the flora and fauna to thrive, yet you still have plenty of space to park your vehicle ahead of your Cornish adventures. The best of both worlds! The Fat Apples site is home to one of the most iconic eateries on The Lizard peninsula, so most guests tend to indulge in the beautiful food that is offered here.
Porthallow is an ancient fishing village and a real hidden, untouched and unspoilt location in rural Cornwall, and has been described as 'the best kept secret'. Having prime position on the South West Coast Path makes it a fantastic location for explores of the coastal paths. For those seeking something extra special, Porthkerris Dive Centre is a mile and a half up the road, about a six minute drive from Fat Apples and is a must-do. They have excursions for divers of all abilities and the south Cornish coast is known for being home to one of the twelve marine conversation areas in the United Kingdom with one of the best water clarities for spotting marine life or basking sharks and it is also home to the famous Manacles reef, where you can dive to see shipwrecks.
Another one of our recommendations would be to head over to Sailaway St Anthony at Gillan Creek where you can hire a jolly little day boat, kick back on a kayak, or delight in some dinghy sailing and explore the sights only accessible via the water.
Ever so slightly further afield, you will find the oak lined Helford River, where you can hop on a water taxi to the north side. Perhaps a visit to the sandy cove of Coverack for a spot of paddle boarding and fish and chips? There is so much to see and do in this captivating part of the world, you will be planning your return before you have even left.
Steps to front door entrance
First Floor
Open plan living-room with kitchen and dining areas. TV. Induction hob, microwave and fridge with freezer compartment
Bedroom with double bed (4'6") and en suite Shower-room with shower, WC and wash-basin
The annexe is attached to the owners' home and is on the site of the Fat Apples Cafe although is private with a completely separate entrance and driveway to that of the cafe. The cafe sometimes hosts evening events in the summertime. There is an external flight of wooden stairs to the front door of the property. *A cot is not provided, bring your own travel cot.
More Information
- Dogs welcome (1 small dog only)
- Arrive/Depart Friday
- Short breaks available
- Private parking for 2 cars
- WiFi
- No smoking
- Pub 2 miles
- Oil-fired CH
