The Leat

Rating
Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 2
Pets No
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Features

Off road parking
Ground floor bedroom
Garden / Patio
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

Mrs Whitehouse-male
October 2020

“Cottage was as described.”

The kitchen was very well equipped which made eating in easy. Location was good for exploring this part of Cornwall and extremely well placed for the Eden project. I felt the supply of towels could be better for a week long stay based on other cottages we have stayed at but this is a minor point as everything else was of a high standard. The cottage was warm, clean and spacious which is exactly what we wanted.

The kitchen was very well equipped which made eating in easy. Location was good for exploring this part of Cornwall and extremely well placed for the Eden project. I felt the supply of towels could be better for a week long stay based on other cottages we have stayed at but this is a minor point as everything else was of a high standard. The cottage was warm, clean and spacious which is exactly what we wanted.
Mrs Crane September 2020

“We had an amazing month in Cornwall.”

So many fabulous places to visit. Great location. The place was very comfortable and had everything we needed. Large size rooms and it was good to have an outside space. Excellent internet access. We have already booked to return! Lovely owners who were welcoming and we felt very safe with all the measures that they had put in place.
Mr Watts August 2020

“The Leat is spacious clean and modern.”

It is in a very quiet area but just minutes from facilities and attractions. It has every comfort and item for a great stay. We cannot recommend this property too highly, it will suit family or couples. 10 out of 10
Mr Hammonds February 2020

“Lovely cottage with a large enough living area upstairs that the wintery weather didn't impact on our stay at all, even with a restless 4-year-old.”
Mr Tuffin February 2020

“Lovely comfortable accommodation, in very pleasant area of Cornwall.”

The property has been converted from it's original use in the china clay industry, and done to a very high standard. The owners were very friendly and helpful, and I can highly recommend staying here.
Mrs Anderson-towner September 2019

“This was the first holiday my son and I have been able to take in 15 years and wow we loved the location, it was relaxing and peaceful but at the same time there was so much to do.”
Mr Jenkins August 2019

“The Leat was a very good base for an excellent holiday.”

Everything was on hand in the cottage, excellent facilities, comfortable beds and showers etc. The upside down set up was easy to get used to as the cottage was extremely large. Very central to visit a wide area of Cornwall which we took advantage of, to visit many different places. Many eating places dotted around. We enjoyed our stay at the LEAT.
Mr Williams August 2019

“An Ideal base camp for our exploration of Cornwall.”

The accommodation had everything we needed and more, with the owners being most helpful and informative.
Mrs Groves July 2019

“The owners thought of everything we could possibly need!”

It was quiet, well equipped and spotless. Our week in the leat was fabulous we felt welcome and comfortable. St blazey is local to everything we love in Cornwall too. We can’t wait to go back.
Mrs Carpenter July 2019

“Based on our previous holidays last one being castle fire I barn this one did not have the finishing touches that make a holiday special.”

Simple things like a welcome pack (not just a couple of small packs of biscuits) some tissues, and hand soap etc) all of these which to me are the things we normally get from the higher rated properties. Also the place was looking very tired and although quite clean on the whole there were a lot of areas with cobwebs and a lot of dead flies / spiders. Appreciate it is a barn but almost as though whoever cleaned didn’t look up. The owner did say the property was up for sale so not sure if this had a bearing on things. The setting was perfect and it was very peaceful. On the whole though not one we would return to.
Mrs Walsh June 2019

“We had a fabulous holiday at The Leat.”

The cottage is so bright, clean and easy to live in - the upstairs living area is beautifully light and airy. Well supplied with all the essential equipment that we needed. The reclining sofas were especially appreciated by the two 19 year olds! Great to be so close to the Eden Project (2 visits!) and lots of wonderful beaches and gardens. We had glorious weather during our stay and being able to step out onto the patio for a 'glass of' at the end of the day was lovely. Helpful hosts too.
Mrs Ridley May 2019

“Would recommend to anyone thinking of staying in the area and would not hesitate to book again if staying near St Austell.”

There is a good market mid-week and weekends in Par (less than fifteen minutes away), plenty of shops/supermarkets, local take-aways and places to eat out locally if not wanting to travel too far.
Mrs Mellor February 2019

“The Leat far exceeded our expectations.”

Beautiful cottage furnished to a high standard. Perfect base for exploring Cornwall. The owners who live on site are so friendly and helpful. We will definitely stay there again!
Geoghist November 2016

“Cornish china clay heritage converted into twenty-first century top quality comfort”

This was a fabulous place to stay - part of Cornish china clay heritage converted into twenty-first century top quality comfort and such a lot of space inside. A really lovely conversion of the old drying kiln. As a location it was so close to the Eden Project that we walked. Lots to do - we went out on visits every day. We also drove north and south of the county easily from here. Son was happy with the WiFi connection and DVD player! We didn't spend a lot of time outside - being October but we made friends with the cat! All the cottages were booked but we didn't hear a sound from anyone else - just saw them on their way in and out like us - so a good sense of privacy. Lovely place!
Jon J April 2015

“Lovely spacious cottage in great location”

Had a great week staying here with my wife and young son for a week over the Easter period. Unusual layout with the bedrooms on the ground floor but you soon get used to this and it makes for a very cosy upstairs living area to relax in. Lovely new furnishings and carpets and well equipped throughout. Very spacious upstairs which was great for our lively 8-year old and a decent-sized garden area to the rear (reached up a flight of steep steps) as well. Walking distance (uphill via winding country road) to the Eden Project (30-40 mins walk for the fit) and close to other places of interest such as Fowey, Charlestown and essential facilities such as supermarket etc (10 min drive). We still found it to be a very quiet and peaceful location though.
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Wheal Rashleigh Dry Cottages

These superb cottages are part of a small collection of holiday properties on the edge of the former mining town of St Blazey. Wheal Rashleigh Dry Cottages have been beautifully-converted from an old china clay drying house and are situated just a mile from the world-renowned Eden Project and two miles from the sandy beach at Par. Imaginatively-designed in an upside down style, each of the cottages has retained wonderful character features including wooden beams and the original chimney, as well as offering contemporary touches such as floor to ceiling windows in some rooms offering views across the grounds. Each cottage has a small private patio area as well as access to large communal grounds, whilst a five minute walk will take you into St Blazey where you will find a selection of local shops. For a wide range of local amenities, St Austell, Cornwall's largest town, can be reached in less than ten minutes by car, or you may wish to visit the harbour at Charlestown, which often plays host to tall ships. Undoubtedly, the main attractions in this part of Cornwall are the magnificent gardens, with the Eden Project just a thirty minutes’ walk away from these cottages. Alternatively, the Lost Gardens of Heligan are only ten miles away, so you are totally spoilt for choice as to how to fill your days. There are also many small Cornish fishing villages and towns within easy reach. Looe, Polperro and Fowey, to name just a few, all offer a good selection of restaurants to suit all tastes. With their perfect location for visiting the many attractions that Cornwall has to offer, these holiday homes offer superb year-round destinations near to the south Cornish coast.

The property

The Leat forms part of a fabulously converted barn in the small Cornish town of St Blazey.

This charming stone cottage benefits from reverse-level accommodation with a beautiful open-plan living area, upheld by the most wonderful exposed beam A-frame, making it an ideal getaway for groups of four wishing to explore this magnificent region.

Note: This property can be booked with Refs 918187 and 923829, together they sleep 16.

Summary

Two ground floor bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x twin
First floor bathroom with bath, separate shower, basin and WC
Ground floor basin and WC
First floor open plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area.
Gas central heating
Electric oven and gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, TV with Freeview, DVD, WiFi, selection of books, games and DVDs
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Off road parking for 2 cars
Private patio with furniture
Spacious communal grounds
Sorry, no pets and no smoking
Shop and pub 5 mins walk
Eden Project 1 mile
Beach 2 miles

About the location

ST BLAZEY

Eden Project 1 mile; Charlestown 3 miles; St Austell 3 miles.

St Blazey is a small town situated three miles east of St Austell and was formerly an important engineering centre for the local mining and railway industries. The town is nowadays best known for being the closest to the Eden Project. Nearby Charlestown is a delightful and much sought after coastal village of stone cottages and regency houses. It is famous for its collection of tall ships riding at anchor in the harbour, the shipwreck museum, excellent pubs and restaurants and easy access to the coastal path. The old market town of St. Austell lies just a few miles from the south coast, and is famous for its China Clay mining history. Today, home to numerous beaches, (including dog-friendly Par Sands) and sub tropical gardens, it is a popular place for tourists, with plenty to see and do. A short drive will take you to fashionable Fowey or the fishing port of Mevagissey, and with lots to do, this is a great year round location.

This property offers the following short breaks:

Winter
Off-season
Last minute
Christmas

The Leat

St Blazey near Par, Cornwall (Ref. 918186)

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Features

“Cottage was as described.”

“We had an amazing month in Cornwall.”

“The Leat is spacious clean and modern.”

“Lovely cottage with a large enough living area upstairs that the wintery weather didn't impact on our stay at all, even with a restless 4-year-old.”

“Lovely comfortable accommodation, in very pleasant area of Cornwall.”

“This was the first holiday my son and I have been able to take in 15 years and wow we loved the location, it was relaxing and peaceful but at the same time there was so much to do.”

“The Leat was a very good base for an excellent holiday.”

“An Ideal base camp for our exploration of Cornwall.”

“The owners thought of everything we could possibly need!”

“Based on our previous holidays last one being castle fire I barn this one did not have the finishing touches that make a holiday special.”

“We had a fabulous holiday at The Leat.”

“Would recommend to anyone thinking of staying in the area and would not hesitate to book again if staying near St Austell.”

“The Leat far exceeded our expectations.”

“Cornish china clay heritage converted into twenty-first century top quality comfort”

“Lovely spacious cottage in great location”

Wheal Rashleigh Dry Cottages

The property

Summary

About the location

ST BLAZEY