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Lower Penvose
is a small farmstead situated 3/4 mile up the valley from West Portholland (photograph
above). It comprises a farmhouse with a fine traditional stone-built barn converted
to provide two delightful holiday homes in a rural, open setting surrounded by
unspoilt countryside and lovely views.
The
Granary
 The Granary, which faces south, is approached from the garden, up the
original stone steps that led up to the upper flour of the barn. The front door
opens on to a large L-shaped room, comprising sitting, dining and fitted kitchen
area, a light and sunny room with truly lovely views over the garden and countryside
to the cove. A small lobby leads to the bathroom. One bedroom faces south to the
cove and has a double bed. The other looks onto the courtyard and has 3ft bunk
beds.
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The
Cottages
Both cottages have their own ample parking and easy access
to the informal arid secluded gardens. Penvose is delightfully peaceful and there
is no traffic noise whatsoever. We are within easy reach of the local pubs who
all serve a good lunch and evening meal for those who don't want to cook for themselves.
The interesting and historic city of Truro with its cathedral, museum, markets
nooks and crannies to explore and excellent shops is only 15 miles away.
Both "The Linney and The Granary" are warm, comfortable and homely. They
are equipped and furnished to a high standard to ensure that you will not only
enjoy your stay but will return again to this friendly and welcoming part of Cornwall
as most of our visitors do.
Facilities
Colour TV - Full
central heating (n.s.h), included - all beds with duvets. bed linen included -
electric blankets - electricity by £1 slot meter - use of automatic washing machine
- garden furniture, barbecue - ample parking - pets by arrangement (dogs £10.00
per week).
Our aim is to make your holiday as comfortable and enjoyable as
possible and we equip, furnish and care for 'The Granary' and 'The Linney' accordingly.
The Linney The Linney, on the ground floor, looks onto the courtyard, with the
front door opening onto a cosy sitting room, from which a small lobby leads to
a bathroom and wc. There are two double bedrooms, one with a double bed and one
with 3ft bunk beds. The kitchen/dining room, which is light and sunny has lovely
views over the surrounding countryside.
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Penvose and Portholland
Penvose, until twenty five years ago was a tenant farm on the Caerhayes Castle
Estate, once home of the ancient Trevanion family. In 1860 the estate was sold
to the Williams family, who transformed the castle grounds and the hills behind
into a beautiful woodland garden that is world-famous among horticulturists. The
Williams' still live in the Castle and run the estate which is largely why, in
contrast to much of Cornwall, Portholland and the surrounding area remain much
the same as they were 100 years ago.
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The
Roseland Peninsula
The Roseland Peninsula on the South Cornwall coast, is cut off from the rest
of Cornwall by the River Fal which has to be crossed at Tregony Bridge. The Peninsula
is characterised by its unspoilt villages and hamlets, streams and creeks. The
soft and verdant countryside boasts a wealth of wildlife. There are sandy beaches
rock coves and beautiful walks along the coast or inland, where from early spring
to late autumn cliffs and hedgerows abound with wild flowers. In winter the coastline
is majestic and awesome as it bears the brunt of winter gales and crashing seas.
The Roseland is the ideal place for those who want to get off the beaten track,
away from it all and enjoy the best that Cornwall has to offer.
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Local
Amenities
East Portholland (l mile). post office phone box and public loo.
Veryan
(2½ miles). Church, post office and general store, vineyard and excellent pub.
Portloe (2½ miles).Tiny church, hotel,pub and post office and shop adjoining
restaurant and tea room.
Bessy Beneath (2 miles). Garage, Spar shop, and newspapers.
Open late and on Sundays.
Tregony (4 miles). General store, post office,
buses, pub and restaurant.
Truro (15 miles). Historic cathedral city. Excellent
shops, large and small, cathedral, museum, swimming pool.
St. Austell (15
miles). Claypits market town, usual shops, swimming pool and leisure centre. Also
very interesting museum, Wheal Martyn, of the china clay industry and locality.
Plus the Eden
Project 
Click here for details of of the major
attractions in Cornwall including the Eden Project.
Golfing
in Cornwall - Click here for details on 40
of the major courses in Cornwall Eating
Out
All local pub serve good food. Several hotels serve lunch, tea and dinner.
Excellent restaurant, tea house in Tregony, specialises in local sea food. Also
serves morning coffee and cream teas. Plenty of tea shops. Ask the Bennetts for
specific recommendations.
Cornish
Accredited Restaurants - An association of 40 restaurants throughout the county
offering the best the county has to offer. Beaches
West and East Portholland (3/4 mile). Shingle at high tide. Lots of
sand at low tide when the two beaches become one. Very safe bathing, public loos.
Plenty of parking. Caerhays (Porth Luney) 2½ miles. Big sandy beaches, beach cafe
and shop and public loos. Plenty of parking. Pendower and Carne (3 miles). Big
sandy beaches, public loos and plenty of parking.
Local
Gardens and Houses
There are several well-known National Trust houses
nearby - Lanhydrock, Trerice, Trengwainton - much of the coast is also protected
by the National Trust.
However, Cornwall shows her true colours in the early
spring when the many famous and also lesser known gardens come into their own
with spectacular displays of camellias, magnolias, rhododendrons, and azaleas
in breathtaking settings. Heligan, Trelissick, Caerhays and Trewithen are all
within 10 miles. There are many that are not so well-known, but just as lovely
in their own right - Trehane, with its ruined mansion; Lamorran, an exquisite
Italianate garden set on the sunny slopes of St. Mawes; Porthpean House, with
one of the most comprehensive collection of camellias in Cornwall blooming within
reach of the salt spray, to name but a few! All are open at some time in the spring
and we can give advice about the best to visit depending on local conditions,
etc. Open
all year is the Eden Project.
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Scale of charges for year 2008
(Discounted prices for couples only in brackets).
| Dates |
Granary |
| January - March 29th |
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£190 |
| March 29th - April 19th |
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£215 |
| April 19th - May 24th |
(£260) |
£290 |
| May 24th - June 7th |
(£285) |
£300 |
| June 7th - July 19th |
(£300) |
£315 |
| July 19th - Sept 6th |
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£415 |
| Sept 6th - Oct 4th |
(£270) |
£320 |
| Oct 4th - Dec 20th |
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£190 |
| 5% reduction for one party renting
both properties. One third of rent due within 7 days of booking,
remainder to be paid 6 weeks before the start of the holiday,
unless otherwise arranged. |
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Dogs by arrangement only at £10.00
per week.
Towels provided at £5.00 p.p. per week.
Extra guests only by arrangement with us.
Visitors should not arrive before 3.30 p.m. and vacate the
cottages by 10.30 a.m.
Any special requirements then ask us and we'll try to oblige
Please make cheques payable to: R.E.& A.Bennett |
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