Bora Gwel

Falmouth

  • Sleeps: 8
  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Pets: Welcome
  • Dishwasher
  • TV
  • Garden
  • Patio
  • Parking
  • Seaview
  • Luxury
  • Woodburner
  • WiFi
  • Short Break

Summary

Wind your way up the handsome old streets of Falmouth, between higgledy-piggledy houses overlooking the Fal River, and discover beautiful and timeless Bora Gwel.

Particulars

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Location and Surrounding Area

Should you be able to pull yourself away from this seaside abode, there’s plenty to keep your days busy and adventures rolling. Whether it’s sampling Falmouth’s finest seafood restaurants, exploring South Cornwall’s picturesque towns, or discovering the wild and beautiful South West Coastal Path. 

Bora Gwel is conveniently situated a few minute’s stroll away from Falmouth’s Historic Old High Street which is home to talk-of-the-town eateries Star & Garter, Restaurant Mine and Restaurant Four. A quick one-minute walk downhill will lead you to discover Stones Bakery, with its delicious selection of freshly baked pastries and bread, Beacon Coffee serving a changing coffee menu, and Falmouth’s many independent shops and galleries. 

Just at the bottom of The Old High Street is the Prince of Wales Pier, where regular passenger ferries can be taken on foot across the glistening harbour for day trips on the coast to St Mawes and Flushing.

An aerial image of Falmouth Harbour at sunset, light bounces off the water and there are many boats moored on the harbour. The view stretches from Pendennis Castle to the Packet Quays.

Awaiting discovery a 20-minute walk from the property are Falmouth’s famous beaches. Watch the sunrise and brave a morning dip at Gyllyngvase, Swanpool or Maenporth Beach, or rent out a paddleboard from local business WeSUP to take in the town from a unique viewpoint. 

When a day of rural adventure calls, a short 15-minute drive will lead you to the magnificent Helford River, where peace can be found in open fields and ancient woodland lining the water. Here crystal-clear waters, secret and secluded coves, and winding subtropical gardens are accessible from the southwest coast path, while country pubs and areas of outstanding natural beauty come in abundance.

On a high tide, join the locals as they swim and jump directly into the harbour from the public garden next to the Greenbank Hotel. You can always choose to hold the towels instead whilst enjoying a tipple in the adjacent Working Boat pub and vast outside seating area.

Reviews

  • David Perren - October 2024
    Good but not perfect is probably our honest assessment. Undoubtedly Bora Gwel has some stunning views over Flushing and Falmouth harbour. The property was well equipped and the welcoming pack of milk, bread etc was err...... most welcome. The property is sprawling. It is on three levels with the attic bedroom again with a stunning view, accessible via a very steep and narrow staircase. This would be unsuitable if someone was infirm. The garden is terraced and would be a real sun trap although the weather didn't allow us to enjoy this facility. Parking for two smallish cars was very helpful but access is via a myriad of narrow roads where cars are parked on both sides. Certainly, if you had a large SUV this might be a problem. Location wise, Bora Qwel is perfect with easy pedestrian access to Falmouth town centre. There are a couple of well favoured eateries within a few minutes walk. The Boathouse and the Boatyard by the Greenbank Hotel. So there are lot of positives but our overall feeling was this particular property wasn't especially "homely". We have stayed in equally well equipped properties in the Penryn/Falmouth area which were much nicer and much better value but without the stunning views. I guess this is why you pay a premium.
    Response
    Thank you for your feedback on Bora Gwel. I am so pleased that you enjoyed the harbour views, the space and the plethora of equipment provided. The Boathouse and Working Boat pubs are popular with many. The careful owners of Bora Gwel, have poured love and investment into the house, alongside an interior designer, to make it welcoming and comfortable for both guests and themselves. We do appreciate though that we don’t all have the same taste, however we feel that the website photos show a true representation of the house. I hope you agree? The parking is, we feel, more than adequate for two vehicles. I have a SUV and have parked there, and the owners an estate car, plus of course we have trade vans there from time to time. The lane access off Tresawna Terrace is 137metres long, so whilst narrow in places, hopefully not much of a chore to navigate. Thank you for taking the time to provide your review of Bora Gwel. We agree that the views are stunning and of course there are all of the associated benefits of waking up to the sea. Kindest regards, Emily and Team – Cornish Holiday Cottages

Notes

Arrival from 4pm.Departure by 10am.Bed linen included.Tea towels included.One set of bath and hand towels per person included, please bring your own beach towels.Central heating inclusive.There is no telephone at this property, but mobile signal is very good.Complimentary Wi-Fi inclusive.No smoking.Security deposit £200.

PetsOne to two well-behaved, house trained, dogs over the age of one, welcomed @ £30 per week each. Please do not leave your dog/s unattended in the house and ensure they do not sit on the furniture or jump up on beds. Muddy paws to be cleaned outside please and ensure all dog mess is picked up from the garden before departure.

Wood-burnerOne basket of logs provided from October to Easter. Further logs and kindling can be purchased from Trago’s, or local garages, or often roadside on your travels around Cornwall.

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