Strape Cottage

About this property

1 St. Day Road is a quaint detached cottage resting in the historic town of Redruth, Cornwall, offering characterful accommodation for small families, couples, or friends looking to explore this well-connected part of the county. With its traditional charm and convenient location, it provides an inviting base for enjoying both coast and countryside.

Step inside to discover a welcoming living/dining room, a relaxing place to settle in after a day of exploring. The adjoining kitchen/diner is well-equipped for preparing meals, with space to gather and enjoy time together over food and conversation. Upstairs, two thoughtfully arranged bedrooms offer a restful space to unwind, including a double and a single room, both served by a bathroom with bath and shower over, giving flexibility for a refreshing start or a slower-paced evening soak.

There is also a small courtyard at the back of the property.

Outside, guests can enjoy being within easy walking distance of local amenities, with a shop just moments away and a pub nearby for relaxed dining or an evening drink. Redruth itself is steeped in mining heritage and offers a selection of shops, eateries, and regular markets, while nearby Portreath boasts a sandy beach and access to coastal walks. For outdoor pursuits, the Carn Brea Trail and The Great Flat Lode provide excellent routes for walking and cycling, while Tehidy Country Park offers woodland paths and open spaces to explore. Further afield, St Ives is known for its harbour and art galleries, Falmouth offers maritime history and waterside views, and the Lizard Peninsula presents dramatic coastal scenery and walking opportunities. With its charming character and excellent location, 1 St. Day Road is well-situated for discovering the many highlights of Cornwall.

Redruth is a small town in Cornwall, dating in parts from the 12th century. It was once the centre of Cornish mining history and is now at the heart of a unesco World Heritage Site. There is a selection of shops, pubs and eateries, and the town holds a variety of continental markets throughout the year. Attractions close to Redruth include the Carn Brea Trail, The Great Flat Load, which is fantastic for cyclist and dog walkers alike, Tolgus Tin Stream Works, and the Tehidy Country Park. The beach at Portreath is a 10 minute drive, or 2.5 miles from Redruth. The entire stunning North coast is a suburb playground for surfing and all watersports, with resorts such as St Ives, Falmouth, the Roseland Peninsula and the whole Lizard Peninsula within easy reach. A superb destination for your Cornish holiday.

Accommodation

Two bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x single.

Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin, and WC.

Kitchen/diner.

Living/dining room.

chaise lounge folds into single bed in the living room allowing sleep 4 people (must be requested at booking).

Note: No Stag or Hen parties

Electric central heating.

Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, kettle, coffee machine toaster.

Smart TV, WiFi.

Fuel and power included in rent.

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

Roadside parking on a first-come, first-served basis.

Two well-behaved pets welcome.

Sorry, no smoking.

Shop 0.1 miles, pub 0.2 miles, beach 4.3 miles