Alta

Alta is a beautiful timber clad house set over two floors and is nestled in a rolling 1.5 acres of stunning garden. Tucked away behind the electric wooden gates, the house is set to impress on arrival as the unique location and serenity are revealed. Arrive into the central hallway, a light filled full height space with a central staircase. Lead into the hub to the home, the open plan kitchen and dining space where lip-smacking holiday menus are prepared and dining is enjoyed around the table from breakfast to supper time. Cornwall is firmly on the foodie map and local farm shops are never far away offering the freshest and best of home-grown Cornish produce. Located just off the kitchen is convenient utility come boot room where supplies and holiday kit can be stowed away. Lead back across the sunny hallway and into the generous living room with full height glass doors capturing the blue and green views. This versatile space is as perfect for pre-dinner drinks or lazy afternoons as it is a play area for children to escape the adult chit-chat. Ascend the open-tread stairs to the first floor and discover a collection of four luxury bedrooms each with a unique decor style and promising a good night's sleep under the softest of linens. Alta offers two master suites each with a south facing balcony and ensuite bathrooms. On the same floor resides the cosy snug, a space where children can giggle away winter evenings together. The fifth bedroom is set apart from the house, a luxury self-contained annex just a few metres from the house and nestled amongst the fir trees. The annex offers a generous bedroom, contemporary wet room, a small kitchenette and relaxing sitting space. 

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 cricket tournaments are the order of a sunny day. From the house, slide open the full height doors from the kitchen and living spaces and step out onto the terrace to dine, soak up the 180 degree views and immerse yourself in the fresh air from sunup to sunset. For the ultimate luxury, the six seater Jacuzzi has been perfectly placed to gaze down across the garden the river views beyond and, with zero light pollution, you can stargaze into the evening from your bubbling bliss. An additional sofa seating area resides next to the jacuzzi creating a very tempting pre-dinner cocktail or morning coffee spot. The garage at Alta has been transformed to a wonderful games room come gym with selection of weights, table tennis, bean bags - a great space for children to escape the adult chat. If you can bear to leave the holiday zen for a few hours then step out into one of counties most beautiful corners. 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. In under 15 minutes drive from Alta are a collection of quieter beaches including Grebe and Bosohan, both wonderful spots for a family picnic and dog-friendly too. 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 including Port Navas yacht club, 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.