Elysium

This seaside holiday home in Falmouth is homely, with thoughtful touches and unique ocean panoramas, that are going to make it hard to leave.

Elysium is perfectly spacious enough for a family of four. Downstairs the open-plan living area invites guests to settle in and make the most of the vistas. The rooms’ calmly muted colours are enlivened by stylish pops of rich blue and bright, coastal artworks. Upstairs there are two bedrooms and bathrooms, including a twin room which kids will love and a bright double with those all-important sea views. 

While the lure of Falmouth’s fabulous eateries is magnetic, evenings dining next to windows overlooking the pretty harbour and handsome Pendennis castle are just as divine. 

Balmy summer days will fly by on the front courtyard where the elevated views of the estuary are the cherry on top of the cake for Cornish aficionados. This is the ultimate hidden space to bask in the sun and sip on rosé while looking out to sea. 

When drizzly days postpone coastal escapades, a roaring wood-burner can be lit in the sitting room and bookworms will find solace in the comfy sofas that seem to engulf every limb. Alternatively, the colourful bunting-dotted town of Falmouth is a bit of a hotspot for trendy and cosy cafes, independent shops and a growing list of galleries that also offer creative workshops.

It would be a crime to leave without stepping foot in Brewery Yard on the Old High Street where creative cocktails, live music, and Alice in Wonderland interiors can be found at Chintz, and standout seasonal small plates are served with a smile at Restaurant Mine.

Elysium is a sweet homespun hideout for four, with rooms made for hunkering down, and outdoor spaces that make the most of the ever-changing views of Falmouth harbour. 

Open plan sitting room, kitchen and dining area

The sitting room has two sofas, a 32″ TV and wood burner, a dining table with four chairs, and two windows with gorgeous views that stretch out over Falmouth harbour. The Kitchen is equipped with an induction hob, electric oven, slimline dishwasher, microwave, and an under-counter fridge with ice box. 

Side decking

Bench, table and chairs for breakfast al fresco.

Utility shed

Housing washing machine, tumble dryer, boiler, parasol and deckchairs.

Stairs to the first floor

Bedroom one

King-size (5ft) bed with bedside tables, lamps, chair, clothes storage sea views and en suite shower room.

En Suite Shower room

Large walk in shower with a rainfall shower head and a handheld shower head, hand basin, vanity unit, WC and heated towel rail.

Bedroom two

King-size (5ft) zip and link bed, bedside table, lamp, wardrobe and sea views. If you would like the bed split into two singles please advise at least a week before arrival. Please note that the single beds are 2ft6 wide.

Family Bathroom

Bath with shower over, heated towel rail, WC, and sink.

Front courtyard Garden

Courtyard garden with Mediterranean plants, with sea views, table, chairs, parasol, two reclining seats and two cushion seats for sunbathing and relaxing. Weber charcoal bbq, a further bench and cupboard for housing the cushions. Lockable garden gate.

Parking

For one large car or van (with EV charger – bookable prior to arrival, for an initial setup fee of £30. Usage above this fee will be charged at cost). The parking for Elysium is on the lane level and the cottage is situated high above this, so you are required to ascend 12 or so, fairly steep, stone steps, to get up to the courtyard and then from there another few to reach the front door of the cottage.

Bike Store

To the back of the house on Vernon Place (accessed via external stone steps) is a lockable bike store, with power socket, so you may bring up to two electric bikes and store them here.