| Merthyr Farm Cottages - Morvah |
| Self Catering Accommodation in Morvah, near Pendeen, Cornwall |
Telephone: 01769 573335
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Merthyr Farm Cottages |
| Morvah is a small village
on the north coast, midway between St Ives and Lands End,
but off the coastal road in a quiet location. Merthyr
Farm is situated in the centre of the village opposite
the church with the cottages nearby. Penzance is just
6 miles away on the south coast so most places and attractions
in West Cornwall are very accessible.. |
| This district of Penwith has been
designated as an Environmentally Sensitive Area and one
of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The dramatic cliff scenery
can be viewed from the Coastal Path, which crosses our
cliff land and can be easily reached by footpath from
the village. |
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| It is also a wonderful place to view
one of our spectacular sunsets. Inland there are several lovely moorland
walks and many interesting historical sites and stones to visit; the
Men-an-Tol, Lanyon Quoit, Chun Castle and Chun Quoit all being within
walking distance. Our local beach, Portheras Cove, is also close by
and, as it is only accessible on foot, is quite secluded and usually
quiet. |
| The Morvah Schoolhouse Gallery is just
around the corner from the cottages and always has an interesting
display of local arts and crafts as well as a little tea room. Morvah
parish remains unspoilt and, although we have been welcoming visitors
here at Merthyr Farm for over 60 years, the general consensus is that
it remains virtually unchanged! |
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| Cottages |
| Merthyr Farm Cottages are individual properties
of traditional granite construction and look out over our farmland
towards the sea. They therefore benefit from both sea and rural
views and plenty of fresh bracing sea air! |
| The cottages are well equipped and comfortable.
The 2 bedroomed cottage comprises 1 double room and 1 twin room
sleeping 2-4 people. The bathroom has an electric shower over
the bath. Downstairs the living room has a multi fuel stove
and night storage heater. There is a separate all electric kitchen
and a dining area. |
| The 4 bedroomed cottage has 2 double rooms,
a twin bedded room and a 4th bedroom with bunk beds. It can
accommodate up to 6 adults and 2 children. There is a bathroom
and also a separate shower room. The 2nd toilet is situated
downstairs in the utility room. The kitchen/diner has new units
and there is a walk-in pantry. Background heat is provided by
night storage heaters and there is an open fire in the sitting
room. |
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| The 3 bedroomed property is a very recent,
stylish and spacious conversion of the former village school.
It has a double room, a twin bedded room and a further bedroom
with a double bed and bunk beds. It can accommodate up to 6
adults and 2 children. Please note that the bedrooms are in
separate areas of the building. The bathroom is upstairs and
the separate shower room downstairs. There is an open plan living
room with a galleried landing and a kitchen/diner. The school
has oil fired central heating and also a multi fuel stove in
the living room. |
Outside each property there is a patio
and garden area with table and chairs and also a clothes line.
There is plenty of parking space.
We do allow dogs (but with restrictions) and there is plenty
of scope to exercise them. | |
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| The Area |
| The Far West of Cornwall is very self contained and there is much to see and do in the area. |
| Westwards from Morvah is an area of previous mining activity as can be seen by the picturesque ruins of the old engine houses and the visitor attractions of Geevor Mining Museum (where you can go underground) and the Levant Engine House. Beyond this is Cape Cornwall which is a good vantage point from which to view the coastline and also has a golf course. Further along the coast is Sennen Cove, one of the best beaches in Cornwall and good for swimming and surfing. |
| Lands End is just a short drive from there or can be reached on foot along the coast path. Another very popular and pretty beach is Porthcurno, which is also home to the famous and unique Minack Theatre set on the cliffs. |
| East of Morvah is the very scenic coastal road to St Ives. This drive will take you through some wonderful, unspoilt coast and moorland scenery. This section of the coastal path is equally glorious. Zennor is the next parish and has a wayside museum, nice church (with a mermaid!) and a pub. St Ives is, of course, a very popular destination but still retains its charm. The harbour area is always bustling and the town has some lovely shops and galleries, including the famous Tate Gallery. There are several good beaches in St Ives, Porthmeor being noted for its surf, and also a new leisure centre. |
| Directly opposite us and only 6 miles away on the south coast is Penzance. The town is situated on the edge of Mounts Bay which is dominated by the magical castle of St Michael's Mount and may be accessed either by foot or boat according to the tide. There are other National Trust houses and some glorious gardens in the vicinity. Standing Stones and other antiquities are also a feature of this area and the Men-an-Tol, and Lanyon Quoit are just off the Penzance road. |
| Further afield the Eden Project, Lizard Peninsula, The Lost Gardens of Heligan and Falmouth are all popular day trips. There are, of course, many family attractions for all ages. The Isles of Scilly offer a very exciting and memorable day out and may be reached by sea or helicopter from Penzance or by plane from Lands End airport. Indeed there is something for everyone down here and you may have as busy or as peaceful a holiday as you wish! |
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