Cornwall is renowned for it’s sandy beaches and surf ready waves, but it has so much more to offer.
From our base in St Agnes, we visit the magnificent late Victorian Lanhydrock House and Gardens in Bodmin, where we are free to explore at leisure the beautiful gardens and the two sides of this Victorian stately home, from the “below stairs” kitchens, nurseries and servants quarters to the luxurious family areas, elegant dining room and spacious bedrooms for the “upstairs” living. We also head to the centre of Cornwall and visit the “little city” of Truro, a traditional market town which offers retail therapy, cultural and architectural delights, including the Gothic Revival Cathedral for us to explore before continuing on to The Lost Gardens of Heligan. We have included a guided tour of the main features and then we are free to explore the network of magical gardens, woodland walks and farmland brimming with interest and intrigue. We also take a scenic ride to the seaside town of Padstow, famous for it’s seafood restaurants and links to the celebrity
chef Rick Stein, allowing free time to explore this quaint market town before we head up to Prideaux Place, a magnificent Elizabethan Manor House perched above Padstow harbour, we have a guided tour of the house and it’s rooms, which are still in use by the Prideaux family, before exploring the beautiful gardens and Deer Park. We have also included a full day to explore St Ives – the dazzling jewel in Cornwall’s crown. A picturesque fishing harbour and seaside town with a quartet of golden beaches, World famous art scene, home to the Tate, Barbara Hepworth Museum and Sculpture Garden,
with ample time to wander through the maze of narrow cobbled streets, independent shops and fisherman’s cottages in the heart of St Ives.
The Rosemundy House Hotel, St. Agnes
Staying at The Rosemundy House Hotel, St. Agnes, an elegant Georgian residence set in four acres of private grounds, within easy walking distance of the centre of St. Agnes village, on the rugged North Cornwall coast. A family run 3* hotel, offering choice of lounges & a well-stocked bar, as well as a lovely outdoor heated pool. All guestrooms are en
suite and offer all of the usual refinements. Although there is no lift, there are some guest rooms on the ground floor. Our stay is on a half board basis.