Island House

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Sleeps 6
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 1
Pets Yes
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7 Customer Review(s)

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“The Island House is a perfect base for a family wanting to spend time on the River Fowey and go for country walks.”

We took our own kayaks and were out on the river every day - paddling down to Fowey on the ebbing tide and then back as the tide turned. The small garden is perfect for relaxing, watching the activity at the rowing club and the little egrets that go foraging at low tide. The beds were comfortable, and the living room is more spacious than it looks in the photos! We finished the castle jigsaw too - and challenge future occupants to do the same! The pub, under new management, is friendly - with ...

We took our own kayaks and were out on the river every day - paddling down to Fowey on the ebbing tide and then back as the tide turned. The small garden is perfect for relaxing, watching the activity at the rowing club and the little egrets that go foraging at low tide. The beds were comfortable, and the living room is more spacious than it looks in the photos! We finished the castle jigsaw too - and challenge future occupants to do the same! The pub, under new management, is friendly - with great food.

- Prof Roberts, April 2019
“An amazing house which we would definitely book again.”

The setting is idyllic and the facilities are perfect. It exceeded all expectations.

- Mrs Roberts, March 2019
“Island House exceeded all of our expectations.”

We absolutely loved the house, the location and the village. It was a really enjoyable holiday and minutes from Fowey. Great place to walk and the dogs enjoyed it also. We highly recommend it.

- Mr Taylor, March 2019
“Fantastic cottage in a truly unique location with water on three sides when the tide is in.”

Extremely well equipped with everything you need for your stay. Great place to relax and take it easy or enjoy the local walks.

- Mr Barnett, January 2019
“The property matched what was presented on the web site, except perhaps the parking.”

It was OK for us, but a longer vehicle would have had difficulties. I do appreciate the type of property and it’s location, but perhaps an appropriate picture/short description would be helpful. But in all other aspects this was a great place to stay in and we would return.

- Mr Neal, September 2018
“Island House was an absolutely lovely place to stay - we saw kingfishers, egrets and redshanks from the balcony over the river.”

The house is beautifully restored and equipped. Great linen on the beds. One of the best things about Golant was the marvellous kayaking available with Encounter Cornwall - just 50 yards from the house. Run by Dave and Karen they offered really lovely guided trips up and down the Fowey River and Carol operated the tearoom in the Boatshed with great cakes, tea and conversation. Such a magical place with a bit of a lost world feel.

- Ms Fishenden, August 2018
“Love most things about the property but could do with a bigger fridge and some cupboard space for food.”

Also TV aerial cable needs replacing. Children complained about broadband speed (important for when it rains).

- Mr Marsh, July 2018
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The property

In Golant, on the edge of the harbour and surrounded on three sides by water at high tide, a fabulous cottage on two levels, aptly named Island House.

The location is superb with water views from every window and from the first floor the river’s moorings can be seen beyond the Victorian railway embankment, along which an occasional freight train trundles with china clay bound for Fowey.

Step from front door into a bright spacious kitchen-dining room with lovely views and then into a large beamed living room with limestone-flagged floor and rugs, and a wood burning stove.

For those quiet moments, there is a charming little study with a desk.

From the living room head up the twisting stairs to two bedrooms both with TVs – a pretty king-size double, and a twin together with a family bathroom.

Back in the kitchen, there is a second flight of stairs up to a smart king-size double with TV, en suite shower-room and French windows to a balcony with the best views across the estuary.

There is an enclosed, mainly cobbled pretty garden around two sides of the house with a sun terrace, garden furniture and BBQ for alfresco dining at any time of day.

Dinghy mooring is available nearby (16' open boat can be hired and delivered from Fowey).

An exceptional waterside property in a beautiful part of Cornwall.

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Features

Off road parking
Open fire
Smoke-free
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Highchair available
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

Accommodation

Three bedrooms: 2 x king-size double, 1 with en suite shower-room and French windows to balcony, 1 x twin. Sitting room with wood burning stove. Study. Kitchen with dining area. Bathroom with bath, shower over basin and WC.

Amenities

Central heating, underfloor heating with wood burning stove
Microwave, fridge-freezer, washer-dryer, dishwasher, TV with Blu-ray, DVD, WiFi, Phone, Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Cot and highchair available on request
Off road parking for two cars
Enclosed garden with barbecue
Two well-behaved dogs welcome, Sorry no smoking
Pub less than 1 mile from property.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £100.

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About the location

GOLANT

Fowey 4 miles; Charlestown 6.9 miles; St. Austell 7.7 miles

Perched on the river Fowey, Golant is a quaint Cornish waterside village offering a Fisherman’s arms Pub, the Comorant Hotel and Restaurant and a retail art gallery. This charming village, due to the stretch of the River Fowey Golant sits on, has inspired many writers including the author of “The Wind in the Willows”. Why not enjoy this picturesque river first hand and book a kayaking trip? Four miles away is the famous yachting village of Fowey which is bursting with character. Walk down the enchanting cobbled streets accompanied by Georgian historic buildings. This unique village is home to an array of shops, pubs and restaurants, with plenty to offer for everyone all year round. There are many family attractions in the area, including Mevagissey and Charlestown harbours, the Eden Project and the Lost Gardens of Heligan.

Island House

Golant, Cornwall (Ref. 976489)

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Reviews & Ratings

Reviews

“The Island House is a perfect base for a family wanting to spend time on the River Fowey and go for country walks.”

“An amazing house which we would definitely book again.”

“Island House exceeded all of our expectations.”

“Fantastic cottage in a truly unique location with water on three sides when the tide is in.”

“The property matched what was presented on the web site, except perhaps the parking.”

“Island House was an absolutely lovely place to stay - we saw kingfishers, egrets and redshanks from the balcony over the river.”

“Love most things about the property but could do with a bigger fridge and some cupboard space for food.”