Great Sithney Bolthole

Located in a beautifully rural part of West Cornwall, this gorgeous cottage offers the chance of a peaceful escape, exploring both coast and countryside. Ideal for couples, friends or families, it's located in what were once the grounds of a magnificent Cornish estate, and is surrounded by scenic walks. Stroll around the Penrose Estate, walk up Godolphin Hill or ramble along the South West Coast Path – all within 10 miles. The nearest town is Helston (3.5 miles), with a selection of shops, pubs and places to eat, while chic Falmouth is just 14.5 miles, with St Ives only 13.5 miles to the west. Garden lovers will enjoy Trebah and Glendurgan, both less than 15 miles away, while the beach at Porthleven is just 4.5 miles away – though it's worth exploring all the way along this glorious coastline for its array of secluded beaches, coves and inlets, just waiting to be discovered.

The ground floor of this handsome cottage is laid out as a sociable, open-plan space, comprising a lounge, kitchen and dining area, beautifully styled and with books and ornaments. Comfortable seating surrounds a Smart TV, giving you the option of streaming movies and box sets as you relax after a day in the great outdoors. In the cooler months, you can light the wood burner and enjoy the cosy atmosphere and quiet surroundings. For the chef of the group, the kitchen is equipped with high-end appliances, including an air fryer, microwave and dishwasher, plus that all-important coffee machine for your morning beverage. Enjoy meals or play games together at the spacious, solid-wood dining table. A handy utility room leads off the kitchen, and there's also a smart, ground-floor shower room. When you're ready to turn in, head upstairs to find all three beautiful bedrooms, which include a king-size, a double and a twin. All the bedrooms feature ample storage space and room-darkening blinds to help promote a good night's sleep. The finishing touch is the pretty first-floor bathroom, which boasts a shower over the bath and a WC.

As for outside space, at the front of the house is a safely enclosed patio where you can sit and enjoy the fresh Cornish air, or dine alfresco, perhaps with something delicious grilled on the BBQ, and watch the children play. Another bonus of this property is the private parking for two cars on the gated driveway.