Tintagel 1.7 miles. Nestled amidst the Cornish countryside in the quaint hamlet of Trewarmett near the coastal village of Tintagel is Chilowan. This delightful, holiday cottage benefits from panoramic sea views, two beautifully-appointed bedrooms, off-road parking, enclosed garden and a fabulous location that makes the most of the breath-taking countryside and beautiful coast; the perfect choice for families, friends or couples looking to explore Cornwall with two of their beloved canine companions. After a day full of exploration, cross the threshold into your new home-from-home and head down four steps to locate the sitting room with a woodburning stove at its heart. Here, you can unwind in front of its gentle warmth and flick on the Smart TV or simply soak up the magnificent panoramic sea views. Later, head into the kitchen/diner where you can rustle up delicious meals to be enjoyed around the dining table, an ideal place to reminisce on the memories you have created so far. When the evening draws to a close, head to the sleek bathroom to freshen up before sloping off to sleep in either the king-size with en-suite shower room or the twin bedroom. Take a short drive into Tintagel where you can stock up on all your essentials at local stores before enjoying a break from the kitchen at Crossbow Restaurant, Ye Olde Malthouse Inn or The Wootons Inn. Be sure to delve into Arthurian legend while in the village where you can tour the dramatic ruins of Tintagel Castle, his apparent birthplace and Merlin’s Cave which leads to the hidden gem Tintagel Haven, a rocky beach with waterfall and breath-taking sea views. When the tide is out, venture to Trebarwith Beach, residing only a stone's throw from the property, which houses golden sands, an ideal place to walk the dogs, splash around in the sea with the kids or bask in sunshine while admiring the views. Other notable attractions within reach include Pentargon Waterfall, Pencarrow House and Garden, The Eden Project and the Blue Reef Aquarium and Zoo in Newquay. All this and more awaits at Chilowan.

Tintagel, where the remnants of the fabled King Arthur's Castle tower over the seaside village, is a popular with tourists but not overrun by them. Sea, rocky coves, and breath-taking scenery make up the majority of the area's surroundings. Those who enjoy the water can go surfing at any of the neighbouring beaches, including Trebarwith Strand and Bossiney Cove. The Old Post Office (National Trust) in Tintagel is a must-see, as are the town's many other eateries and bars. The adventurous can take a walk along the SW Coast Path, which passes through the village and winds its way along the cliffs and down to the water's edge in both directions through spectacular terrain. The picturesque village of Boscastle, with its picturesque waterfront and village taverns, may be reached in about 2.5 miles by following the trail northward. Further distant are the resort towns of Newquay and Bude, known for their surfing, while the natural beauty of Bodmin Moor, the Eden Project, Padstow, the Camel Estuary, and Port Isaac can all be reached by car.

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