Alskai Cottage - Pendeen

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  NEW - The unique benefit of this pretty little Cornish cottage is the stunning sun deck at the rear of the property which affords uninterrupted and glorious views over the Geevor Mine and the surrounding fields to the sparkling blue Atlantic Ocean beyond,  perfect for that al fresco supper as the sun slips silently over the horizon! Located along the north coast and on the fringes of the bustling little village of Pendeen, Alskai is the last property in a small terrace of traditional Cornish cottages. Once a vibrant mining community, (The Geevor Mine was one of the last tin mines to close in 1993) Pendeen and the surrounding villages have been designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and have recently been awarded World Heritage Status by UNESCO due to their mining heritage.

  The cottage has been beautifully renovated and comes complete with two cosy little lounges with low beamed ceilings, one with a small wood burning stove and the other with an electric stove ideal for those chilly autumnal nights! However, the pretty and spacious first floor sun deck is the real jewel in the crown as it can be utilised throughout the day for early morning coffee, a scrumptious cream tea or even that early evening sundowner. Accessed via a wooden staircase from the rear kitchen, the deck is a brilliant sun trap with stunning 180 degree views over the adjoining countryside and the sea beyond. There is also a small community playground a short stroll from the rear of the cottages which provides a traffic free and safe environment for children. The local shops and a good choice of pubs/restaurants are all in walking distance as is the South West Coastal Path (10 mins). Alskai is a lovely little cottage with numerous benefits and is ideal for either young families or couples who require a little extra space and the need to be alone!

• Property Description

  Property Description

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  • Sleeps: 4
  • Rural Property: Yes

  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Bathrooms: 1
  • Town Property: No

  

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  Shops

  0.20

  Pub

  0.20

  Beach

  5.00

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  Entrance along shared path to front garden and front door. Lounge & dining area with inglenook fireplace and small wood burning stove, dining table and chairs, small music system, seating. Additional lounge with sofa seating, feature fireplace with an electric stove, flat screen television, DVD player and small music system. Kitchen with fully fitted units, electric oven and grill, ceramic hob, under counter fridge and freezer, washing machine, dishwasher and fitted microwave. Stairs to first floor: Bedroom One: Double bed with integral wardrobe and additional furniture, views over the front garden. Bedroom Two: Twin beds, additional furniture including built-in wardrobe and views over the rear garden. Rear door to small courtyard and access to first floor sun deck. Bathroom with bath, electric shower, hand basin, WC, wall mounted fan heater and heated towel rail. Outside: Delightful front garden laid to lawn with shrubs and small two seater bench for that long awaited book! Gate to rear of property and courtyard with log store and staircase to deck. Private parking for one car across the road. Additional log store and shed.

  Please note:

  Guests are kindly asked to refrain from smoking inside the property and unfortunately pets are not accepted. 

  Due to the steep nature of the external staircase, this property is not suitable for the elderly or guest with mobility problems.

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  Out & About

  Greevor Tin Mine (0.2 miles)

  Sennen Surfing Centre (5.7 miles)

  Harris's Restaurant, Penzance (6.2 miles)

  Land's End Visitors Centre (6.2 miles)

  Untitled by Robert Wright (6.3 miles)

  Jubilee Pool (6.5 miles)

  Porthcurno Telegraph Museum (7.2 miles)

  2 Fore Street - Mousehole (7.3 miles)

  Mousehole Bird Sanctuary (7.5 miles)

  GB Surf School (8.7 miles)

  Formerly one of the most prolific tin producing areas of the UK, the village of Pendeen lies roughly half way between Lands End and St Ives. The mines have long since closed; however, reminders of their heyday abound with a plethora of engine houses and chimneys dotted along the coastline. The famous Geevor Mine, which in the 1990s was one of the last in the country to close, has been awarded significant grants from the European Union and has now reopened as a Heritage Museum and visitor attraction with exciting underground tours and surface workings. It also has a café with fabulous views over the cliffs which reputedly serve one of the best home made pasties in Cornwall!

  Another popular attraction in the area is the dramatic Pendeen lighthouse (Trinity House) which perches on the slate promontory of Pendeen Watch overlooking a part of the coast that is notorious for the number of ships wrecked on the rocky headlands. The lighthouse came into service in 1900 and is now open to the public and at one time housed the second largest set of foghorns in Britain. The lighthouse has since been converted to digital fog signals however the original black horns can still be seen on the roof of the lighthouse.

  A short walk from the lighthouse is Portheras Cove, one of the best kept secrets in West Cornwall. A wonderful crescent shaped beach (which can only be accessed via the coastal path) with beautiful soft sand. A hideaway for locals and tourists in the know, the cove is home to a small colony of seals which can be viewed from either the beach or the cliff tops as they play in the surf. Visitors must also me aware of the vicious undertow when swimming and children should be supervised at all times.

  Pendeen itself is a friendly little village with a rich heritage. There are several pubs in the area including The North Inn, a former winner of the Cornwall 'Pub of the Year' competition as voted by CAMRA and serves a wonderful fish curry during the week. The Pendeen Church which was built by local miners has recently celebrated its 150th anniversary.

  Pendeen is real walking country and attracts visitors from all over the globe who can only marvel at the breathtaking scenery and ancient history. One can access the famous Coastal Footpath to either Lands End in the west or St Ives towards the east, tramp the Penwith Moors that stretch for miles in between, or investigate the standing stones and stone circles just outside the village. The entire moorland hills of the Land's End peninsula boasts a remarkable concentration of Bronze and Iron Age relics which date back from 4000BC – another reason why the area has recently been awarded World Heritage status by UNESCO, a similar accolade to that of the Pyramids and the Taj Mahal