Alta, Falmouth / Flushing / Helford - Sleeps 10
A stunning celebration home set high above the creeks of the Helford only 10 minutes from Falmouth Bay.
- Arrive at the gates of Alta, which is set in an Area Of Outstanding Natural Beauty, high above the Southwest Coastal Footpath and the shimmering creeks and inlets of the Helford River.
- Offering four beautiful bedrooms in the main house, consisting of two primary suites including south facing balconies and ensuite bathrooms. There is one contemporary bathroom and two further bedrooms. Or you can choose to settle in the private and spacious annex perfect for 2 guests with ensuite.
- Entertain your guests in the generous living spaces or on the seaward terrace with 180 degree views of Polweveral creek and beyond.
- With plenty of space for the young family members to explore the 1.5 acres of established gardens or enjoy the games room equipped with table tennis and darts board.
- For fitness enthusiasts you have access to gym mats and weights.
- Enjoy sundown in the six seater jacuzzi or by the sunken fire pit or cosy up by the log burner in the winter months.
- Alta offers the perfect backdrop for family celebrations or freinds looking to escape the city to peaceful South Cornwall.
- To discover how to spend your stay at Alta, read our blog, written by this wonderful retreat’s owners, Martin and Caroline
We have had the most wonderful stay in this incredible house, could want for nothing more and will be returning without a doubt. I had to pinch myself in the mornings as we looked out over the most stunning landscape!
- Eco-Conscious
- Dog Friendly
- Parking
- Sea Views
- Near the Beach
- Wood Burner
- Hot Tub
Step Inside
Alta is a beautiful timber clad house set over two floors. Arrive into the central hallway, a bright full height space with a central staircase. Lead into the hub to the home, the open plan kitchen and dining space where holiday menus are prepared and dining is enjoyed around the table from breakfast to supper time. Located just off the kitchen is a convenient utility come boot room where supplies and holiday kit can be stowed away. From the utility room you’ll find the games room located in the garage. Head back across the sunny hallway and into the generous living room with full height glass doors capturing the view and Goonhilly in the distance. This versatile space is perfect for pre-dinner drinks or lazy afternoons. Ascend the open-tread stairs to the first floor and discover a collection of four bedrooms each with a unique laidback style. Alta offers two primary suites with vaulted ceilings, south facing balconies and ensuite bathrooms. On the same floor resides the cosy snug, a space where children can giggle away for the early morning risers. The fifth bedroom is set apart from the house, a luxury self-contained annex just a few metres from the house and situated amongst the fir trees. The annex offers a generous bedroom, contemporary wet room, a small kitchenette and relaxing sitting space.
On Your Doorstep
The envy of any budding botanist, the garden at Alta is simply magical. Blooming camellias, tall fir trees, Cornish botanicals and a rewilded area combine to create a natural playground that children and adults alike can explore. Pathways and pockets of garden lead down past the sunken fire pit to the large flat lawn where family croquet tournaments are the order of a sunny day. Alta benefits from zero light pollution so you can stargaze until your heart's content late into the night. An additional sofa seating area resides next to the jacuzzi creating a very tempting pre-dinner cocktail or morning coffee spot.
Alta is located in the pretty village of Constantine, which is featured in The Times' 20 Best Secret Villages to Live in . The Helford river is known the world over for its sheltered waters and nautical appeal as boats of all sizes anchor overnight before heading out across Falmouth Bay. If watersports are on the agenda then kayak or paddleboard up hidden creeks teeming with birdlife or wild swim in all seasons at Polweveral creek. Moments from Alta are a collection of quieter beaches including Grebe, Porthsaxon and Bosveal, all wonderful spots for a family picnic and dog-friendly too. Around the corner you can visit Potagers Garden Cafe or a Slice of Cornwall in Constantine for a cracking breakfast. The larger sandy shores of Maenporth, Swanpool and Gyllyngvase beaches are just a 10 minute drive away offering azure clear waters and tempting cafes and restaurants such as Hooked on the Rocks at Swanpool and Gyllyngvase Beach Cafe, right on the beach! A popular spot for walkers, photographers and coastal adventurers is Kynance Cove, a 25 minute drive away. This picture-perfect spot has been listed amongst the top 10 beaches in the world - well worth a visit.
Alta has been expertly curated and comes highly recommended to friends and family looking to enjoy a peaceful and memorable holiday in beautiful south Cornwall.
To discover how to spend your stay at Alta, read our blog, written by this wonderful retreat’s owners, Martin and Caroline
Additional Information
Eco-Conscious Credentials
Low Carbon:
- Air-Drying Alternative
- A/A++ Oven
- >70% LED Bulbs
- Air Source Heating Systems
- Underfloor Heating
- Thermostats in every room/ zoned thermostats
Sustainable Features:
- Renovated/ Refurbished Property
- High levels of Insulation
- Triple Glazed/ High Performance Windows
Reduced Waste:
- Dual Flush/ Low Flow Toilets
- Zero Waste to Landfill
- Water sourced from a bore hole
Biodiversity & Community:
- Rewilded Area in Outside Space
- Garden Landscaping using regional materials/ plants.
- Gaps in the hedge/ fence to allow hedgehogs to travel
- Mainly local suppliers used for the WG (reduced food miles)
- Reduced cleaning chemicals
- Low Carbon activities promoted/ provided
The Extra Mile:
- Solar Panels or other renewable energy generation.
- EPC Rating B and above
Accessibility
- There is level access to the front door of the house. There are 2 steps up to the garden annex.
- Level access from the inside onto the terrace. The garden is terraced down to the level lawn.
- One internal flight of 14 open tread stairs with handrail.
Bedroom
- Choose from 5 luxury bedrooms - 4 in the main house and 1 within the garden annex
- Garden annex: ground floor: King bed, garden views
- Primary bedroom one: 1st floor: Super king bed, garden views, balcony, ensuite
- Primary bedroom two: 1st floor: Super king zip/link bed (this can be set as a twin if required), garden views, balcony, ensuite
- Bedroom three: 1st floor: Super king zip/link bed (this can be set as a twin if required), balcony
- Bedroom four: 1st floor: King zip/link bed (this can be set as twin if required)
Bathroom
- Primary bedroom one: ensuite bath, separate shower, wash hand basin, heated towel rail, WC
- Primary bedroom two: ensuite bath, separate shower, wash hand basin, heated towel rail, WC
- Family bathroom: 1st floor: bath, walk in shower, wash hand basin, heated towel rail, WC
- Ground floor cloakroom with wash hand basin and WC
- Garden annex: large walk in shower, wash hand basin, heated towel rail, WC
Kitchen
Main house:
- A large light filled modern fully fitted kitchen
- Energy efficient Rangemaster electric oven and induction hob
- Built in microwave
- Large fridge/freezer
- Dishwasher
- Nespresso coffee machine for coffee pods
- Log burner
- Utilities include: washing machine, tumble dryer, air dryer, iron with ironing board
Garden annex kitchenette:
- Electric oven and induction hob
- Fridge with small freezer compartment
- Kettle and toaster
Living and Dining
- A spacious living room with views of the garden and river
- Ample seating for all
- Large Smart TV
- Log burner
- Large dining table and chairs set within the kitchen area
- Seperate snug room
- The garden annex offers comfortable seating for four, TV and log burner
Other Features
- Luxury linens and towels provided
- Air source heat pump
- Underfloor heating
- Solar panels
- WiFi
- Baby friendly - what's included
- Outside dining table and chairs
- 6 seater Jacuzzi with beautiful views - Please note that the water in the hot tub will be changed for each new guest arrival and therefore may take a few hours to come back up to temperature.
- Water is sourced from a bore hole (helping to mitigate the water usage for the hot tub)
- Sunken fire pit with built in seating
- Weber gas BBQ
- Games room with the garage with exercise mats, weights, bean bags, table tennis and a darts board
- Up to 2 dogs welcomed, the garden is secured with a main gate, walled and hedged boundary
- Travel cot
- Highchair
- Stairgates x 2
- Private electric gated parking for up to 8-10 cars
Good To Know
- The property changeovers, welcome gift and maintenance are managed by the property owner. Please note that a full midstay clean is not available during 2 week bookings however fresh towels and linen will be provided.
- Welcome gift includes: Baker Tom scones, milk, Smuggler's tea, Smuggler's ground coffee, Boddington's jam, Rodda's clotted cream, Cornish shortbread, 1 dozen eggs, Trewithen butter, Vicky's bread, flowers and more.
What to Expect
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