People desire staying in a castle, high-up from the high cliffs, regally surveying the sea or stepping-out through Gothic archways on the springy turf and seeking down from their citadel on the area below. Gladly, the nationwide Trust makes this dream a chance and Doyden Castle is mostly about as near to a fantasy location while you could imagine. In reality, despite its crenellated tower and curved house windows, this building is neither a real palace nor a folly.
It had been integrated about 1830 as a type of pleasure residence by an infamous and rich bon-viveur from Wadebridge called Samuel Symons. Right here he'd entertain his pals to nights of feasting, ingesting and betting (the sufficient wine-bins in the basement survive to this day). Its chequered history only enhances the dramatic experience of staying in this small fortress regarding the side of the high cliffs. Opposite Doyden Castle you’ll discover our various other holiday cottage Stable Cottage and our number of vacation flats in Doyden home.
The popular beaches of Rock, Polzeath, Port Isaac are typical within 4 kilometers.
Check out other cottages in the same area that you could additionally be thinking about Skippers Cabin plus the Birdcage.
The cottage's design
Ground floorsitting/dining room with open-fire.First floordouble bed room (with 6' sleep that could be a twin on request).Other floorCellar flooring: entrance door to kitchen/diner, utility space, bath, separate lavatory.
Visitor notes
Heating: evening storage heating, eco electric radiators and convector heating included.
Way of cottage: The partly walled track into Castle is fairly thin in locations, please be mindful. Arrival in daylight is advised.
Parking: Access by car to unload/load; at in other cases be sure to playground at Doyden home, a five minutes leave.
Offers: visitors can benefit from a belated Sunday checkout of 4pm at this cottage
Accessibility: The stairs within the castle are very steep.
Phone: There is no phone at Doyden Castle, nevertheless friends will make outgoing telephone calls from phone into the hallway at Doyden House.
WiFi: there's absolutely no WiFi at Doyden Castle however guests may use the WiFi connection within the communal area at nearby Doyden House.
Logs/Charcoal: The fire will likely to be set available on arrival with enough fuel to help you get started. Pre-ordered fire beginner kits and additional pre-ordered logs may be kept in cottage for visitors upon arrival. Additional expenditures is created by calling the holiday season Team through your stay.
Fire beginner kit - 1 x bag eco-logs, 1 x internet of eco kindling, 1 x field of eco-firelighters for £11.
Further supplies of eco-logs at £4.50 per case, eco kindling £3.50 and eco-firelighters £3.50.
Neighborhood companies: Discount provided to National Trust guests for these outdoor activity providers offering kayaking, surfing, coasteering and a lot more Cornish Rock Tors and exterior Adventures.
Hazards for children
Due to the close proximity of cliff and also the absolute drop we believe this hazard makes the cottage unsuitable for kids.
Cottage details
Sleeps 2 Bedrooms1Let startsMondayMin stay2Dogs allowedNoCottage ref011101Acorn score 5
Functions
- Open-fire / kitchen stove
- Beach nearby
- Coast nearby
- Enchanting
- Remote location
- Unique
Facilities
- Dishwasher
- Freezer
- Telephone
- Television
- Tumble dryer
- Washer
- Dual sleep
- Microwave
- Radio
Availability
- If you want a duplicate of accessibility statement because of this cottage kindly call the booking workplace on 0344 335 1287
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