Falmouth, Cornwall

Durgan Old School House

The sitting room and dining area at The Old School House, Durgan, Falmouth, Cornwall

A view of the beach by Durgan Old School House from the Helford River estuary, Cornwall

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Victorian school turned beachside retreat, full of original features and sea-view windows.

Guests
4
Bedrooms
2
Acorn rating
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Number of dogs welcome
0
Reference
011024
Make the beach your playground in this former Victorian school. Just below its walled garden, the shores gently sweep in and out, to reveal a small and sheltered beach. Built in 1876, the shutter-windowed stone cottage sits on the north bank of the Helford River estuary with views of the waters from the windows. After a careful restoration, the two-bedroom cottage reveals a modern interior with historic character. Exposed beams, wood panelled walls and a log-burner are met by contemporary furnishings.

Durgan Old School House sits at the edge of Durgan village, with only a handful of cottages around. Sheltered from Atlantic gales, you’ll have the benefit of being in one of the mildest corners of the country, with a south-facing beach just outside your door.

The South West Coast Path runs through the village, offering links to vast stretches of coastline. Head east from Durgan along the river and out to Falmouth bay. Head west from Durgan along the Helford Passage, where a passenger ferry runs across the river to the idyllic Helford village and the Lizard peninsula.

Durgan Beach Cottage (sleeps three), Durgan Quay Cottage (sleeps three) and Durgan Wood Cottage (sleeps two) are nearby. They can be booked together.
Layout
Ground floor layout
Hall, kitchen, sitting/dining room with multi fuel stove, two bedrooms (one double, one twin), shower room and lavatory.
Wi-Fi, available
Garden, available
EV charging, not available
Fridge, available
Freezer, available
Microwave, available
Open fire / wood burner, available
Television, available
DVD, available
Washing machine, available
Dishwasher, available
Tumble dryer, not available
BBQ, not available
Cot & high chair, available
Access: The accessibility guide is for guidance only. For up-to-date information, please call the team on 0344 800 2070.

Heating: Rointe digital electric heating system.

Parking: Parking is limited to one vehicle.

Garden: Small garden on the quay, which the villagers of Durgan also have access to.

*WiFi: This is now available, but please note that intermittent connection problems can sometimes occur and should not be relied upon. We are pleased to provide free WiFi at this cottage which is supported by BT.

Telephone: Limited reception for mobile telephones.

Logs: A starter supply of seasoned logs, fire lighters and kindling will be provided free of charge. Guests will need to source any additional logs elsewhere.

Offers: Guests will benefit from a late Sunday checkout of 4pm at this cottage.

Please Note: The sea wall in the garden of the cottage is only 70cm high on the garden side with a considerable drop beyond. Children should be supervised at all times in this area.

The annual Durgan Regatta takes place in the village on the Sunday of the August Bank Holiday. This involves flags on both quays, loudspeakers and lots of people partying outside Quay, Beach and Old School House cottages.

Please be aware the Helford River beach at Durgan is not a designated beach for bathing.

There are four holiday cottages in and around Durgan, with room for up to 12 guests.

The exterior of Durgan Quay and Beach Cottages, Cornwall

Durgan Beach Cottage

A traditional stone cottage just a few metres from the shores of the Helford Estuary. Sleeps three.

Durgan Quay Cottage

Just metres from the water’s edge, you’ll be guaranteed a room with a view in this stone cottage. Sleeps three.

Durgan Wood Cottage

A timber-built thatched cottage nestled among the trees with views over the Helford River. Sleeps two, dog-friendly.

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