The Sea Barn
St Mawes, The Roseland Peninsula, Cornwall, UK
Step into a slower pace of life at one the most pastoral spots in Cornwall. This luxury barn conversion sits just north of St Mawes on the east coast of the Roseland Peninsula, not far from Portscatho with its sandy bays and year-round sailing. Starting life as a cow shed, The Sea Barn now benefits from coastal chic interiors and far-reaching sea views for miles around.
Introduction
With the living areas on the upper floor and bedrooms below, this upside-down self-catering barn conversion on the Roseland Peninsula has style and space a-plenty. Gentle hues combine with exposed stone and natural wood features, whilst soft furnishings and goose-down duvets create a luxury holiday retreat you’ll want to come back to, again and again. If you can tear yourself away, there are lots of attractions nearby too, from quaint villages to subtropical gardens and art galleries.
Inside
Tumble out of bed and bask in the glorious views as you sip on a coffee. Let the daylight gently lull you awake as you sink into the sofa and plan your day. In summer, the outside seating is a huge draw whilst in winter, moody skies and burgeoning seas can be watched from the warmth of beside the woodburner. Featuring two doubles and one twin, all of the sumptuous bedrooms are on the ground floor and have access to the garden. The gorgeous family bathroom has a bath and walk-in shower.
Outside
The Sea Barn provides al fresco dining opportunities that follow the course of the sun, or shade, depending on which you're chasing. The formal garden area is enclosed by the original dry-stone walling and has a large lawn crying out for cartwheels. For sun-worshippers, the second patio overlooking the meadow is accessed from the ground floor and offers magnificent sea views. A pleasant ten-minute stroll through the back garden gate and through the fields reaches the coastal path which leads down to the local beaches.
The Facts
- SleepsUp to 6 guests
From £1,150 per week, £850 per short break - Alternative group optionUp to 2 guests
- Bedrooms and bathroomsAll three bedrooms are on the ground floor, two double bedrooms, one with en suite shower room with walk-in shower and one twin bedroom. The family bathroom is also on the ground floor and has a bath and separate walk-in shower.
- PetsSorry, no pets
- Arrivals and departuresArrival Day: FridayArrival Time: 4pmDeparture Time: 10am
- FamilyBabies and children are very welcome. One cot and one highchair are available.
- PracticalitiesThere is plenty of parking for three cars. The house has a utility room with a washing machine, tumble dryer, ironing board and iron, and there is a Nespresso coffee machine.
- Homestay includesLuxury welcome hamper with fresh Cornish produce, Bose Bluetooth speaker, Wii with games, TV, DVD player, iPad, WiFi internet, woodburner, gas barbecue, linen and towels, fishing nets, footballs, board games, newspaper on first day, logs and kindling to get you startedHouse book - your property and destination guideDiscover more little luxuries
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The Roseland Peninsula
Sitting pretty on Cornwall’s south coast, the Roseland Peninsula is laden with quiet beaches, beautiful scenery and award-winning restaurants. The Roseland remains largely unspoilt and quiet, offering a blissful escape far from the crowds.
Getting there
- On the Map The Sea Barn sits on the Roseland peninsula on Cornwall's South coast; not far from Truro, Falmouth or St Mawes.
- By Car From London, take the M4 toward Bath, take M5 South and A30 to Cornwall and follow the directions provided. Just off the A3078 at Treworlas, near St Mawes, the barn is around 4.5 hours from London.
- By Train Truro train station has a regular connection to Exeter and London.
- By Air Newquay airport is approximately 45 minutes from The Sea Barn.
From the owner
“The location is what sets this luxury barn conversion apart from the norm for us; beautifully rural and yet within close proximity to the coast and hubbub of the harbour town of St Mawes. The access to the patio from the ground floor bedroom is a real treat for enjoying lazy mornings, too...”
Originally a cow byre dating back to the 1800s, we lovingly restored The Sea Barn in 2002. I am Cornish and have lived here with my family for most of my life. Peter, our children and I feel very fortunate to live here and be able to enjoy this fantastic setting whatever the season.
These days, The Sea Barn is the perfect place to relax, unwind and adjust to ‘Cornish time’. Surrounded by open countryside, it stands in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty on the south coast of the unspoilt Roseland Peninsula. We have panoramic views stretching from Nare Headland to Portscatho with glimpses across the fields to Falmouth.
Whether you are looking for an active break or just hoping to chill out and unwind, it is an ideal base. Come and enjoy the peace and tranquillity with rolling countryside, beautiful, safe sandy beaches, fresh air and clear blue skies (in summer months!).
Out of season, you will find fabulous empty beaches and deserted coastal paths. On cold wintry days, there’s nothing better than hunkering down with a hot soup picnic on a sheltered beach or coastal bench looking out to sea.
With very best wishes,
Peter and Maxine
Owner recommendations
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To Do
Truro: Cornwall´s Capital
Venture into the historic cathedral city of Truro and experience the bustling cosmopolitan vibe and eclectic selection of eateries, galleries and shops including high street names and independent boutiques.
To Do
Pure Relaxation
Kick back after a day´s adventures and relax with a glass of something chilled, wrapped up in blankets and taking in the breathtaking Cornish sunset. When day turns to night, keep your eyes peeled for shooting stars.
To Do
Beautiful Beaches
A trip to the beach is just what the doctor ordered to blow away those cobwebs! With bucket n´ spades and a delicious picnic in tow, enjoy a good old family day on the beach, sandwiched between sea and sand.
To Eat
The Driftwood Restaurant, Rosevine
The Michelin Star, Four AA Rosette restaurant Driftwood Restaurant overlooks Gerrans Bay and boasts stylish interiors, superb views, excellent service and award-winning food. A winning combination for all the family.
Guest Testimonials
We really loved the cottage - as soon as we walked in it immediately felt warm and cosy. All the facilities were of a very high standard from the beds, showers and decor throughout.
Thank you for a lovely stay, it has been a relaxing holiday. Really nice views from all directions from the house. Good local beaches on the door step and the village of St Mawes is a must!
Another fantastic stay in your lovely barn. We did all the usual things that you have to do. Dinner at Tresanton, walk to the hidden hut for lunch and a boat trip to Falmouth. We will be back again and again!
We certainly had a most enjoyable stay. The barn was tranquil and comfortable, inside and out. And the location was excellent; the essence of Cornwall. We would love to return one day!
The property was delightful and the views of the sea were beautiful, we sat outside every day soaking up the view, even on cloudy days! The bathrooms were of a very high standard and the double bedrooms were spacious and very comfortable. The owner was friendly and helpful, making us feel welcome.
The house, the location, the decor and the service of Unique Homestays was just perfect. We feel very relaxed and rejuvenated and are sad to have to leave already after one week. We will come back and for longer!
The Sea Barn was the perfect combination of comfort and style. From perfectly matching soft furnishings, to high spec bathrooms and living space which you wished could be your home! It felt like you were in a uniquely rural location with beautiful views and not a sound but the birdsong to be heard, yet perfectly placed with access to the road running through the Roseland Peninsula.
Excellent service provided by Unique Homestays, reliable contact and follow up was appreciated. The property was very well maintained and we were feeling very welcome from the start. A very beautiful bouquet of wild flowers was on the table upon our arrival, the heating was switched on (which was particularly important as we were travelling with our 7 months old daughter), a baby book was set out on the high chair, a new baby cot was provided, the fridge was stocked with essentials and beyond, etc. Everything exceeded our expectations!
We loved the little touches such as fresh daffodils and candles. We also loved the fact that the barn was equipped with the kitchen utensils. Milk, butter, sausages, bread left for us was a great surprise and meant we did not have to go out that night to do shopping.
Having both had years of rented houses in various countries this rates as one of the best equipped and most comfortable either of us has seen. Thanks for the welcoming touches and the thoughtful videos, books and children´s toys.
It is hard to imagine a more beautiful setting or more inspiring views. We have really enjoyed our stay with every need catered for in this tastefully converted barn. What a treat to be in such comfort, thank you.
Fantastic coastal views all around the cottage; wonderful setting and the interior decor makes the holiday home feel really special. The close proximity of sheep and cows was a huge plus for the junior members of the family. We will definitely come again!
Thank you for everything, we have had a wonderful holiday. The barn is gorgeous and you have thought of all of the comforts to make it feel like home. Hope to see you again very soon!
We´ve had a wonderful holiday, done lots of walking, bird watching and saw a seal from Towan beach. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay, the sea barn was exceptionally well appointed and a very relaxing place to stay – can´t wait to come back soon
Once again we have had a wonderful family holiday with our two year old in this beautiful part of Cornwall. Lots of playing on the beaches, walking and admiring the wild flowers everywhere. We are sun-kissed, wind-swept and very sorry to leave!
Unique Homestays have a great website, amazing properties and superb customer service. We stayed at the Sea Barn which was exactly as described - perfect. I have recommended and am already planning our next stay.
Wonderful location - had a feeling of remoteness, but was close enough to shops and restaurants. The Sea Barn had everything we needed and items such as bed linen were very good quality.
The home is beautifully appointed and maintained. We appreciated the owner taking the time to drop by, introduce herself and her home. A very nice touch. She also gave us great recommendations for a hike, which we took the next day.
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Press
Below are a selection of features in which Unique Homestays has appeared. If you would like to feature the property in an editorial capacity, please contact the marketing team on +44 (0)1637 882014.
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England´s Most Beautiful Tennis Courts
The Telegraph
January 2020Cornish to the Core
Country Living
December 2019Idyllic Holiday Cottages to Rent for a UK Break
House & Garden
December 2019The 20 Best UK Cottages to Cosy up in this Winter
The Independent
December 2019How to Make the Most Out of your Holiday Let
The Telegraph
November 2019Last-Minute Christmas Holidays in 2019
The Times
November 2019Best Country Cottages and Forest Cabins
The Times
October 2019Wild Nights: Where to Stay in the Woods
The Times
October 2019
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