Cornwall LivingIssue #134
Coastal escapes
Our choice of Cornish coastal getaways.
Drym House, Drym
In-between the coasts, within the peaceful hamlet of Drym, equidistant from Hayle and Helston, sits Drym House; a distinguished, traditional granite-built home sleeping eight. Originally built in the 1850s, it has been tastefully renovated to exceptional standards while keeping its traditional assets. The love and attention paid to this home is evident from the moment you step in > on the ground floor there’s a large formal living room, a newly renovated open-plan kitchen/diner, as well as a naturally lit sunroom with bi-fold doors to a patio and outdoor dining space. The mid-Victorian staircase at Drym House leads to four light and airy bedrooms (three of which are en-suite) and a large family bathroom with freestanding bath. Each room has been beautifully styled with comfort and rest in mind. Set in just under an acre of land. that has been kept in impeccable condition behind its private gates, it has extensive gardens and plenty of parking for multiple cars. One of the highlights
of this property is undoubtedly the wood-fired hot tub, a blissful addition in all seasons. The dog secure gardens are a fantastic space for family games, or to relax with a bottle of something delicious after a day exploring the Cornish coast.
Del Mar, St Ives
This is a picture-perfect Cornish retreat, ideal “I tor tarnilids and trends and within walking distance to all the restaurants, boutique shops and galleries found in this beautiful seaside town. Del Mar has everything you need for that special break all year round, a real home from home. Del Mar is a gorgeous, contemporary, and spacious three-storey Town House with stunning sea views towards St Ives Bay and Porthminster beach, which can be enjoyed from both the terrace and balcony. Del Mar is also dog friendly and has on-site parking for two cars. On the ground floor you’ll come across two bedrooms, one featuring a king-sized bed and a balcony from with to enjoy the gorgeous sea views and direct access to the garden, along with a twin bedroom and a family bathroom. The garden terrace makes for an ideal spot for your morning coffee, while the delightful private garden with gas barbecue is a wonderful area for children to play and enjoy the Cornish sunshine. Upstairs, you can sit back and relax in the open-plan living, dining and kitchen area on the comfy corner sofa, also enjoying a balcony on which you can enjoy a sundowner overlooking the Atlantic. The large master bedroom is located on the top floor, offering another king.
sized bed from which stunning sea views can be enjoyed through the impressive floor-to-ceiling Apex windows, not to mention a luxury ensuite and dressing area.