Guests say
Guests are delighted with this cosy, well-presented cottage, praising its tranquil location with stunning river views, tasteful furnishings, and proximity to Truro and coastal areas. The Heron Inn nearby is a highlight for dining. While parking can be challenging, the charm and comfort of the cottage, along with its modern amenities, make for a special and peaceful holiday experience.
Reviewers consistently mention the cottage being very clean, with high-quality furnishings, suggesting a high standard of cleanliness that contributes to the welcoming atmosphere of the property.
The location is highly praised for its beautiful views, tranquillity, and convenience to Truro and nearby attractions. The proximity to the Heron Inn and the river is frequently mentioned as a positive aspect.
Comfort is a recurring theme, with guests noting the comfortable beds, soft towels, and cosy interior. The property is described as homely and restful, indicating a high level of comfort for guests.
Facilities are generally well-regarded, with mentions of a well-equipped kitchen and modernised amenities. However, some minor maintenance issues such as insecure loo seats and a missing fire alarm battery slightly detract from the overall score.
While guests express appreciation for the property and its amenities, there are no specific references to gifts or special thoughtful touches provided by the hosts, so it is not possible to assess this category.
About this property
Resting in the riverside village of Malpas and the county of Cornwall lies this traditional cottage, 4 Trenhaile Terrace. Offering a picturesque base, the cottage sleeps up to three adults, or two adults and two children, and is pet-friendly, ideal for a small family or group of friends. With roadside parking and ample outside space, take in the beautiful views of Truro River as you make the most of the raised terraced seating area and summerhouse. Heading into the traditionally styled living/dining room, relax and unwind in front of the woodburning stove after a day of exploring local attractions and coastal scenes. Travel through to the kitchen, providing all essential appliances and utilities to make yourself at home and reset ready for another day of exploration. Moving upstairs, you'll arrive to a double bedroom and a single bunk room, along with a family bathroom and storage for your personal belongings. The city of Truro, along with many other charming villages are a stone's throw away, including a local farm shop and the popular pub, Heron Inn, which is roughly 50 metres from the doorstep. Venturing outside of the village, maritime views can be discovered from the National Trust's Trelissick Garden, St Mawes fishing port or the wealth of local beaches, including Buoys Rock Beach. For a family-friendly activity, aboard the miniature railways of Lappa Valley, support and immerse yourself in the charitable work of the Cornish Seal Sanctuary or relax in the 19th-century grounds of the Lost Gardens of Heligan. Attracting visitors year after year, educational and historical activities are also on offer, where you can learn about the local community at the Museum of Cornish Life, explore the only China clay mining museum at Wheal Martyn Clay Works or celebrate the innovation and artistic flair of Cornwall at the Royal Cornwall Museum. Why not jump aboard the ferry to Falmouth for a day trip? A ferry stop lies just paces away from the cottage, making it the ideal location for exploring this scenic area. Surrounded by the history and beauty of the county, choose 4 Trenhaile Terrace for your family break.
Between St Clement and Calenick, Malpas is a riverbank settlement. Its position allows visitors to visit National Trust properties, historical tourist attractions including museums, and attractive gardens. You'll find everything you need to stock up and enjoy the local produce in the many family-friendly restaurants, cafes, pubs, farm shops, and convenience stores. Truro, a popular cathedral city next to the settlement, has additional attractions, facilities, and retail parks, including a boating lake, Cornish themed exhibitions, and walking trails. You may also head down to Falmouth, Towan Beach, or Maenporth for a relaxed beach day, as they are all near to the coast and provide family-friendly attractions.
Accommodation
Two bedrooms: 1 x double bedroom, 1 x bunk bed.
Bathroom with walk-in shower, basin, and WC.
Cloakroom with basin and WC.
Kitchen.
Living/dining room with woodburning stove
Central heating with woodburning stove.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, washing machine and dishwasher.
WiFi.
Fuel, power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Roadside parking.
Raised terraced garden with furniture and summerhouse.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop and pub 0.1 miles.
Note: Steps up to the property, please take care.
Please Note: This property cannot take a booking that is less than 3 nights.
Nearby points of interest
- Royal Cornwall Museum
- National Maritime Museum Cornwall
- Copper Trail
- Newquay Zoo
- Blue Reef Aquarium Newquay
- St Peter’s Church, Flushing
- Enys Gardens
- St Mawes Castle
- Pendennis Castle
- Trevaunance Cove
Reviews (19)
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Sheila
Light in fridge not working. Lovely place, we had a fabulous week. Little problem with downstairs toilet, fixed very quickly by our lovely housekeeper.
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Frances
Cosy, well equipped, stylish interior, beautifully clean and welcoming, with a very helpful information folder from the owners. Sadly, the back garden was out of use while we were there, however the front terrace is an ideal sheltered spot to sit and watch the river. The Heron pub, mere steps away, serves great food. We would really recommend this cottage (except for people with restricted mobility - the outside steps and inside stairs are steep). Parking is on the road, and the pub is popular, but we didn't have trouble finding a space. We like to walk and to kayak; the cottage is ideally located for both activities.
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Rosie
Was clean and smell lovely and fresh throughout the stay. I do have a few niggles however which became apparent over the week. Parking was an absolute nightmare and I don't feel this was accurately stated at time of booking. The shower flooded all over the bathroom everything we used it so ended up having wash towels every day! The other issue was not being able to use the back garden and summer house - I understand the renovation is but thought it was cheeky to give us no notice of this at all until we arrived. Overall, I loved the cottage and would recommend but with the caveats above. Better communication would have helped.