The property
A traditional cottage situated in the heart of Marazion with views to the castle topped island of St Michael's Mount.
Located just a few minutes’ walk from the long stretch of sandy beach, By Sea is positioned beside the road amidst a row of pretty terrace cottages.
The accommodation is well appointed throughout with a sitting/dining room on the ground floor with wood burning stove for those cooler evenings.
Behind this is a well-equipped galley kitchen.
Sea views across Mount's Bay towards the harbour at Penzance can be admired from the master and single bedrooms with a further double at the back of the house.
The bathroom is located on the ground floor.
The sun-trapped and sheltered, steep terrace garden (children to be supervised) at the rear is equipped for relaxation and alfresco dining.
By Sea caters well for families with plenty of extras including Sky Sports, iPod docking station, wireless broadband, parking for four cars, two TV's, and a wide selection of books, games and DVDs.
Time can be spent browsing the art galleries and gift shops in Marazion before stopping for some refreshment at the old inns, cafes or restaurants located within moments.
The 3 mile level walk to the historic market town of Penzance along the coastal footpath will reveal stunning scenery and the spectacle of windsurfers, dinghies and kite-surfers skimming over the waves.
Marazion is an excellent base for exploring the far west with the white sandy beaches at Porthcurno, Sennen and Praa Sands; the picturesque seaside towns and villages at St Ives and Mousehole and the landmark attractions at Land's End and The Minack Theatre all within a 30 minute radius by car.
The homely ambience of this cottage lends itself perfectly to winter breaks as well as a traditional summer holidays by the sea.