The hand cut and laid mosaic “fish scale” marble floor is heated from below, stepping down to a sunken seating “sun room” diner. Stairs lead down to the generous kitchen featuring exposed raw Cornish stone walling an historic structure from a much earlier dwelling upon which the house is built. Large sofas, comfortable painted wicker armchairs, a “work-space” console table, large capiz shell chandeliers, faux palms and deep pile rugs create a relaxed, comfortable “far-flung destination” atmosphere reminiscent perhaps of previous residents voyages and discoveries.
The gorgeous ground floor double sitting room hides its large flat screen TV behind mirrored panels sitting above the log burning stove perfect to download a great movie and enjoy a cosy night by the fire.
The elegant facilities continue with a further WC hidden behind cupboard doors on the lower ground floor, where a marvellous conch shell basin and woven grass walls are waiting to be discovered. To the front, the “Best Mates” room has two extra large single beds (each 4ft wide) either side of the open fireplace.īuilt-in wardrobes fitted with full length mirrors reflect both the incredible views, and a more relaxed you!Įgyptian cotton bedding and fluffy towels feature to all of the bedrooms for added “luxury-resort” comfort.īoth bedrooms conveniently share a beautiful 1st floor Carrara Marble bathroom with a tub under the plantation shutters and a large walk in shower, sensor lighting, double towel rails and under floor heating. Plaster and coral tones, offset with aquas and sea grass wall coverings, provide a backdrop for deep sofas, sea shell plaster sconce lighting, and columned fire surrounds.īedrooms are well planned the navy striped “Captains Room” to the rear has a luxury king sized bed enjoying magnificent views of the harbour and sailing waters. The team behind the interiors work Internationally, giving an air of “the travelling collector” true to the nature of the captains and seafarers that have lived here before. A near 2 year restoration plan in partnership with The Cornwall Heritage and Conservation Authority has ensured discrete modern touches blend with the authentic atmosphere of the home. Marine Cottage is arguably one of the most beautifully refurbished houses in Falmouth. This fabulous Georgian house is the ultimate ‘Pied-a-Terre”, yet is located just 10 minutes walk from the beach. The upper floors offer views over Arwenack and Church Street to the open waters of the Carrick Roads, and on to Flushing, Saint Mawes and Pendennis Castle.
Next Door to the 17th Century Parish Church of King Charles The Martyr, Marine Cottage accesses the vibrant, independent shops and fine restaurants, via a short path through the church gates. Discrete, yet perfectly located: Marine Cottage…
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