The Major's Quarter
A former officer’s quarters with sweeping views across the sea.
At a glance
- Guests
- 4
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Number of dogs welcome
- 0
- Reference
- 011064
- Acorn rating
About The Major's Quarter
This stern-looking former officer’s quarter on St Anthony Head is great if you’re in to military history, or if you’re just looking for a brilliant sea view, then this little cottage has that too. It has some wheelchair access too, with adapted interiors and an accessible tarmac path that leads to a view point overlooking St Mawes, Falmouth and the Carrick Roads.
The Major’s Quarter along with Tiffy's (sleeps two), The Captain’s Quarter (sleeps two) and The Lieutenant’s Quarter (sleeps two) holiday homes sit high on St Anthony Head overlooking the sea. These special buildings were preserved after we bought St Anthony Head on the Roseland Peninsula in 1959. Now guests can explore the history of the former military fortification site when they stay here.
And if you had a beach visit in mind, the small coves of Great Molunan & Little Molunan are close by. For a little bit of culture and a pub lunch, head to small fishing village, Portscatho which is just a 10 minute drive from here.
What’s more, by staying here you’ll be helping care for this significant historic site for future generations.
Features and facilities
- 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, available
- BBQ, not available
- Cot & high chair, not available
Location
Accessibility
Wheelchair friendly. Ramped access to front door. Accessible plugs and light switches. Sliding internal doors. Lever taps. Wheelchair-friendly kitchen worktops. Grab rails. Wet room with adjustable shower height and hinged seat. Open garden. Find more information in the Accessibility Guide. Accessibility questions? Email holiday.enquiries@nationaltrust.org.uk or call us on 0344 800 2070.
Layout
Ground floor layout
Hall, sitting/dining room with multi fuel stove, kitchen, two bedrooms (one double with 5' bed, one twin), shower room (shower has folding seat).
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The Major's Quarter, Cornwall
See the views from St Anthony Head and take a tour of some of the rooms at The Major's Quarter. Sleeps four.
More information
Neighbours: The Major’s Quarter is a terraced cottage, joined to The Captain’s Quarter (sleeps two) and The Lieutenant’s Quarter (sleeps two). Tiffy's (sleeps two) is also nearby. Multiple cottages can be booked together for up to 10 guests.
WiFi: We’re pleased to provide free WiFi access at this accommodation, which is supported by BT. Please note intermittent connection problems can sometimes occur and therefore should not be relied upon.
Garden: There is an open garden with lovely views shared with the other two cottages. There is a wooden bench outside the cottage on the veranda under cover from which to enjoy the scenery.
Parking: There is one allocated parking space for each of the three cottages at the end of the row of cottages. The parking area is level and reasonably firm. Additonal parking is available in the NT car park a short distance away.
Heating: Night storage heating and convector heating included.
Logs: The fire will be laid for you on arrival with enough fuel to get you started. Additional briquettes and kindling can be purchased up to seven days prior to travel.
Utilities: The washing machine and tumble dryer are shared with the other cottages and housed in an out building.
Offers: Guests will benefit from a late Sunday checkout of 4pm at this cottage.