Walking into The Thatch Cottage, you're met with period character—exposed beams, low ceilings and the original thatch roof that gives the place its name. The ground floor opens into a living and dining space warmed by a woodburner, with a kitchen fitted for actual cooking: electric cooker, dishwasher, fridge and microwave all there. Off this floor sits one double bedroom and a shower room with a cubicle shower. Upstairs, a second double bedroom and another shower room follow the same straightforward layout. Both bedrooms have 4ft 6in beds. Electricity, bed linen and wi-fi are included, along with initial fuel for the woodburner.
The garden wraps around the cottage on three levels, with an elevated patio furnished for sitting and eating, plus a barbecue. Two cars can park on site. The cottage sits about a mile and a half from Launceston's castle, golf course and steam railway, making it a practical base for exploring the surrounding countryside and reaching both the north and south Cornish coasts without long drives. A pub and shop are within walking distance. Smoking is not permitted inside.
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Arrive after 15:00 Depart before 10:00
🚭 No smoking, please
What guests say
Wow what a fantastic cottage. Everything you could need. Lovely and secluded in your own garden and very peaceful. Want to go back soon. Loved the electric blanket. Cottage always warm. Beds great. Great to see the cows from the back windows. A lovely call from the owner on the evening of our arrival to make sure all was OK. You have a lovely gem of a cottage. I am very envious
3 years ago · via Google
Very place to stay and we had a great time. Any issues with anything are sorted the same day. Already booked to go next year so really looking forward to it.
3 years ago · via Google
Gorgeous, comfortable, cosy cottage. Plenty of space. The garden would be fantastic for the summer.
4 years ago · via Google
A beautiful cottage with an equally beautiful garden. It most certainly has the wow factor when you enter through the gates. However, the interior decor is starting to look a little tired with wallpaper just starting to peel in some areas. The living room area is very dark, due to only having small windows, but obviously this is due to the character of the property. The owners have hung fairy lights around the fireplace which adds a lovely warm glow. The kitchen is well equipped with appliances and utensils and it was here that I felt the cleaner hadn't really done a thorough job i.e. crumbs in the cutlery drawer, fridge not clean properly inside and one of the cupboards had spilled spices left inside. The two bedrooms are at opposite ends of the cottage,with one being upstairs and one downstairs, which is not really suitable for families with young children. Having two separate bathrooms, both with showers, was a bonus. Beware of the low ceilings; I lost count of how many times heads were banged on it. The garden is well stocked with mature plants and is split into three levels. Once the gates are closed it feels like your own little haven. There are lots of options when it comes to deciding where to sit but due to the layout it probably isn't suitable for young children and any adults with mobility issues. We stayed here for two weeks and visited various beaches and attractions but a car is a must as there is nothing within walking distance.
5 years ago · via Google