Toad Hall Cottages

Set on its own in a fantastic, very rural position overlooking the far reaches of the Tamar estuary and surrounded by woods and fields, this is a lovely, historic family home, originally a Georgian mining captain's house. The mesmerising views of the estuary are enjoyed from nearly every room in this most welcoming and comfortable home, with its slate-hung exterior walls, old slate floors in the kitchen and hall and well-loved furnishings, pictures and portraits, family antiques, country pine and oriental rugs that all combine to create a wonderful atmosphere. French windows open to a sheltered garden, a heavenly spot for al fresco meals, and from where wading birds, scudding boats and the ever-changing light can be savoured. There is good walking along the valley in either direction and the sailing here is superb, with deep water moorings below the house, available by arrangement. To experience something totally out of this world, there is an extra 'room' reached down a wild, untamed path (steep in parts) to a level platform where you will find a stunning Yurt. This circular room is based on the Mongolian Yurt constructed from treated timber and canvas and has no central pole or pegs. The superb views and the position on the edge of the river make this a magical and romantic spot.

Accommodation
Front door into hallway. Family kitchen with fitted antique pine cupboards, oil fired Aga, fridge, tables to seat up to 12 and door to the garden. Boot room for coats & wellies. Downstairs WC. Large utility room with shelving, washing machine, tumble dryer, large fridge freezer, microwave, electric hob and oven. Attractive dining room with table to seat 8/10, wood burner and door to sitting room. Spacious sitting room with French windows to the garden, comfy sofas, chairs and open fireplace. LCD TV with DVD. Upstairs to the lovely bedrooms with stunning views from every window. Master bedroom 5ft bed, fitted cupboard, window seat and en-suite bathroom with double ended bath, basin and WC. Two double bedrooms one with 4ft 6in bed, the other a 5ft and both with wash basins and fitted cupboards. Family bathroom with bath, basin, separate electric shower cubicle and WC. Single bedroom with pretty 3ft bed and fitted cupboard. An additional put-up bed is for use in any room. Twin bedroom (3ft beds that can be put together to form a large double) with washbasin, hanging rail and dual aspect windows. Further bathroom with bath, basin and WC.

Yurt bedroom: This very romantic room is surprisingly spacious, sumptuously furnished with rugs on the floor, 4ft 6in double bed, a traditional wash stand and electricity can be provided. However for the romantically inclined hurricane lamps and candles are available. Large double doors open to the deck area that surrounds the Yurt and the land drops away to the water below. There are no WC facilities apart from the bushes!



Outside: The property is reached down a private drive and passes the chickens, geese and Martha the donkey. Fairly level lawns in front (provided with a large table and chairs) and the side of the house with a steep path that leads down to the foreshore and water's edge, where there is a small jetty. The owners live in a small cottage in the grounds and the above-ground old mine workings are hidden in the trees and fenced off. The footpath down to the Yurt bedroom is steep and difficult to negotiate in parts and provides access to the foreshore.

Property: Self-catering holiday house
Duvets, pillows, bed linen, (not towels), travel cot, high chair (by arrangement), logs, summer electricity and oil for Aga included.
Central Heating (oil) and oil for Aga from end Sept. to Spring Bank Holiday £30 per week.
Security Deposit £200
Pets: Pets welcome, but must be kept only in the boot room & kitchen. Pet charge £20 per pet per week.
Telephone: No telephone, but mobile reception good. Wireless broadband connection.
No smoking
Parking: Ample
Foreshore a few minutes scramble. Shops and pubs at Bere Alston 2.5 miles. Pub at Bere Ferrers 2.5 miles. N T properties of Cotehele (nearby & within easy reach via passenger ferry/on foot) & Buckland Abbey (5 miles). Morwellham Quay 5 miles. Beaches of North Cornwall, North and South Devon within one hour.
Note: Due to the nature of the grounds young children will need supervision. The Yurt bedroom is not suitable for children.