Temple House
- 8 guests
- 4 beds
- 3 bathrooms
- Pet Friendly
Description
Temple House is a delightful retreat situated in the heart of Goonhavern, Cornwall, offering a massive wrap-around garden and a private balcony.
With ample off-road parking and proximity to local amenities, this haven is perfect for families or groups of friends seeking a memorable Cornish escape in a homely destination.
Upon entering the property, you'll be greeted by a spacious kitchen/diner, fully equipped to cater to all your culinary needs throughout your stay.
Adjacent to this, you'll find a handy utility room, perfect for storing any outdoor gear after a day of exploring.
The living/dining room is a welcoming space, boasting a Smart TV, two inviting sofas, an armchair, and patio doors leading out to the garden.
Here, you can enjoy a family meal at the dining table, seating up to eight, or even host a fun karaoke night with the provided machine.
For more chilled-out moments, retreat to the separate sitting room, complete with another TV, a sofa, and two armchairs, or unwind in the sunroom, offering additional seating and a serene view of the garden whilst the sun shines through.
A convenient ground-floor cloakroom with a basin and WC completes the downstairs layout.
Venture upstairs to find three well-presented bedrooms: a double, a second double featuring a private balcony and office space for those needing to work remotely, and a twin room.
A sleek shower room with a walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail, and WC serves these rooms.
The second floor hosts a final double bedroom, benefitting from an en-suite with a walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail, and WC, providing a private retreat for guests.
It also boasts an office space and direct access out to the balcony with a dining table and chairs.
Perfect for dining alfresco with a view of the amazing outside space.
The enclosed wrap-around garden is a true delight, featuring a couple of patio areas with furniture for alfresco dining, a lush lawn for outdoor games, and a charming summer house, perfect for enjoying a good book or a refreshing drink in the warmer months.
A shop and a pub are nearby for any essentials or a meal out.
Venture out to explore the best of Cornwall from this fantastic base.
Start by exploring St. Agnes Heritage Coast, offering breath-taking views, cliff top walks and unspoilt beaches including Trevaunance Cove, perfect for picnics and beach games.
Take a leisurely stroll around Perranporth Boating Lake, a haven for wildlife with swans, ducks, and geese in abundance.
A trip to The Roseland Heritage Coast is also a must, as you can find hidden coves, charming fishing villages, and delightful gardens.
Experience the unique blend of contemporary architecture and Victorian Gothic revival design at Truro Cathedral or fill yourself with knowledge at the Cornwall Museum and Art Gallery, which offers a plethora of Cornish art and archaeological artefacts.
For a family day out, visit the Newquay Zoo and Blue Reef Aquarium, introducing you to an array of diverse wildlife and marine life, or step back into the Elizabethan era at Trerice, an intimate manor house with fine interiors and beautiful gardens.
Temple House provides a superb base from which to explore all these attractions and much more, promising the ultimate Cornish getaway.
Your dates
Everything you'll need
- Wifi
- Dishwasher
- Garden / Patio
- Open Fire
- Off Road Parking
- Wifi
- Dishwasher
- Garden / Patio
- Open Fire
- Off Road Parking
- Pet Friendly
- Near Pub / Shop
- Smoke Free
- Near Walks
- Washing Machine
What guests are saying
Absolutely wonderful accommodation, the listing does not do it justice.
The house is huge and well maintained, with all the facilities you could hope for. The grounds are massive and well maintained. We are already looking to book again for next year.
Temple House is an amazingly well-equipped family house with plenty of room to be together or to find your own private space.
There is a huge garden, complete with orchard and summerhouse and a shed with lots of games and equipment to borrow, including body boards. There is a barbeque but unfortunately it had not been cleaned by the previous users and was out of gas so we had to cook indoors. I think there is a mistake in the description because it says the upper bedroom “also boasts an office space and direct access out to the balcony with dining table and chairs” which is not the case. The upper bedroom does not have a door or any hanging space although there is plenty of drawer space and we draped things over the stair rail which gave us a bit more privacy. It would have been useful to know that in advance though. Personally, I found the upper staircase quite challenging, it really needs a middle handrail like the lower staircase. We were surprised to find there was no mattress protector on the bed, just a sheet directly on the mattress. The upper ensuite is lovely, lots of space to put things and a really well-designed shower. We were taken by surprise one evening when a large fluffy cat came strolling down the stairs! There appears to be a cat tunnel into the kitchen. This wasn’t a problem for us but if you have allergies or had a young baby asleep upstairs it would be more concerning. On the subject of young babies, our details said there was no travel cot available but there appeared to be one in the utility room. We were also advised that we needed to take our own tea-towels but there were plenty provided.
We only stayed for 2 nights but with if a longer holiday was booked you wouldn’t feel cramped due to the size of the property, nothing missing home from home.
Good to know
House Rules
Good housekeeping bond
This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £450
Smoking
Not permitted
Stay Information
Check-in / Check-out
15:00 / 10:00
Property ref
1153573
Parking
Off Road Parking, Designated parking place, Private Driveway
Guest & Pet Policy
Pets
Allowed
Children
Children and infants welcome