Merry Mead, St Mawes / The Roseland - Sleeps 8

Merry Mead is a modern private home set over three floors and has been seamlessly created to capture the glorious views at every turn. Arrive into the welcoming hallway on the ground floor where nautical art and coastal hues instantly set the scene. Lead into the spacious hub of the house, the open plan modern kitchen, sun room and dining space. Full height glass windows blur the boundaries between inside and outside flooding the rooms with natural light. The kitchen is ready with all you need and more for your holiday menu and, when in Cornwall, what better than the freshest of seafood and fish. From the smartest of Miele appliances to the beautiful blue and white crockery, breakfast, lunch and dinner are served in the dining space in true Merry Mead style.  Leading through into the separate sitting room, the views are no less impressive as guests gather together in complete comfort to chat and unwind. Completing the ground floor is a cloakroom and practical utility area for all your jackets and wellingtons. From the hallway, wooden steps lead up to a private bedroom haven with king sized bed and ensuite bathroom. The remaining three luxury ensuite bedrooms are set across the lower ground floor and have each been individually styled including the master suite with a soft sage green and cream colour palette or the seaward facing king bedroom with nautical lamps and coastal stripes. Access to the indulgent pool is via lockable doors on the lower ground floor, with sea views on three sides, plunge into the warm water against the coastal backdrop. The pool is perfect for unwinding after a day on the water, switch on integrated spa jets for the most perfect holiday bliss. 

Merry Mead offers ample opportunities to sit outside and soak up the Cornish sun. From J-class yachts to small day boats, watch the world quite literally sail by as world class sailors flock to the sheltered waters of Carrick Roads. The upper terrace is accessed from the sun room or the dining space where bi-fold doors can be slid back to reveal the elements. This incredible vantage point encourages sundowner drinks before dinner or a quiet morning coffee with the paper. A spiral staircase leads down onto the lower terrace which is beautifully planted and offers a larger space for children and dogs to play. A large wooden dining table is perfect for lunch on the go or simple suppers. Steps lead down to a smaller lawned area and the gate leading onto the single track road heading down to the harbour. St Mawes has long been known for its maritime connections as fishing vessels chug to and fro and visitors and locals alike enjoy the sailing community. Artisan shops and exclusive galleries ensure no ordinary souvenir whilst smart cafes serve barista prepared coffees. There are number of tempting places to dine in the village, for five star indulgence The Tresanton Hotel (just a few doors from Merry Mead) or The Idle Rocks are well worth a reservation, The Rising Sun or The Victoria pub serve up hearty pub grub or simply enjoy a takeaway crab sandwich on the beach. The Fal River Company shuttle seasonal passenger ferries from the harbour across to Falmouth where a cosmopolitan vibe awaits with cool shops, cafes, museums and maritime history. St Mawes castle is just a skip away from your holiday door, maintained by English Heritage, learn about this artillary fort built in the 1500's to protect from invasion. The Roseland Peninsula is just magical and remains unspoilt with rolling headlands and tucked away fishing coves including Portloe and Portscatho, all worth a visit.

Whether young or just young at heart, Merry Mead is an extra special home in which to spend valuable time and create a unforgettable Cornwall holiday.