Moonrakers

ID: S1361699

  • Bedrooms 2
  • ・ Sleeps 4
  • ・ Pets No

Guests say

Moonrakers is a beautifully decorated and well-equipped cottage in a tranquil setting near Truro, ideal for exploring the Roseland Peninsula. Guests consistently praise the spotless cleanliness, comfortable beds, and peaceful surroundings. The owners are frequently described as exceptionally welcoming and helpful, often providing thoughtful touches such as welcome packs and local information, though these are not guaranteed. While the location is peaceful, some mention narrow lanes and limited mobile signal. Overall, guests highly recommend Moonrakers for a relaxing and enjoyable stay.

Multiple reviews highlight the property as spotless, beautifully clean, and extremely well maintained throughout.

The tranquil and scenic location is praised, with easy access to beaches and countryside. Some guests note narrow lanes and a tricky driveway, but these do not detract significantly from the overall experience.

Guests consistently describe the cottage as very comfortable, with special mention of the beds and overall homely feel.

The cottage is described as extremely well equipped, with plenty of information, guides, and even games. One minor point raised was the lack of a freezer or ice box, though owners provided a solution.

The owners are repeatedly praised for their warm welcome and thoughtful gestures, such as fresh flowers, cream tea, wine, and local produce. Please note that such gifts are not guaranteed for every stay.

About this property

Situated in the peaceful village of Ruan Lanihorne, this lovely single-storey property is the perfect base to discover the natural beauty of the surrounding area.. 3 steps to entrance.

All on the

Ground Floor:

Open plan living space.

Living area: 46" Smart TV, DVD Player, Bluray Player, Electric Fire

Dining area.

Kitchen area: Breakfast Bar, Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge, Washer Dryer

Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed

Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds

Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet.

Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and superfast broadband included. Welcome pack. Decked terrace with garden furniture and barbecue. Lawned garden (shared with owners). Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking (including grounds). Please note: No children under 3 years old. There are 3 steps to the decked terrace. There is a fenced pond in the garden.. Moonrakers is located in the lovely village of Ruan Lanihorne, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Just a few miles inland from the Roseland Heritage Coast, this exceptional property offers superb comfort and facilities with wonderful views across the beautiful garden to the countryside beyond. Moonrakers is a ground floor level property attached to the owner’s home. It is the perfect holiday hideaway, ideal for couples and small families, and owing to its rural location, your own transort is essential. All rooms are light, spacious and tastefully decorated to create a real home from home. The living area has an attractive, wall-mounted fire for additional warmth and a cosy feel. French doors lead out to a private, decked terrace with garden furniture, which is adjacent to a paved area with a BBQ within the front garden.

Moonrakers overlooks the picturesque, ancient St Rumon’s Church and a short walk leads to the award-winning local pub, great whatever the season. Ruan Lanihorne is a lovely quiet village in south Cornwall, situated approximately 12 miles from the cathedral city of Truro, between the River Fal and its tributary, the Ruan River. The once navigable creek is now a birdwatcher’s heaven as the silt provides a haven for waders and waterfowl. Fantastic countryside and river vistas are plentiful, and many lovely riverside and woodland walks can be enjoyed. Moonrakers is just over 3 miles from the South West coastal footpath with magnificent cliff top scenery and sandy beaches, such as Pendower, Carne, Porthcurnick and Towan.

The area is perfect for visitors looking to explore the beautiful Roseland Peninsula, with its many pretty villages such as Veryan with its famous Round Houses, Philleigh with a 16th-century pub and Portscatho with its gourmet café. A short drive takes you to St Mawes harbour, overlooking the Fal estuary, and the Carrick Roads with St Mawes Castle standing proud on the headland looking over the water to Pendennis Castle in Falmouth. Both castles were built by Henry viii and are open to the public. Local pedestrian ferry services run from St Mawes to Falmouth, and the King Harry car Ferry offers a quick route to Feock, Trelissick Gardens and Falmouth, a vibrant port with prestigious marinas and a busy calendar of events throughout the year. River trips up the Carrick Roads and the Helford River can also be enjoyed. If you are lucky, you might see seals and dolphins, or even basking sharks in the Bay. It is a short drive to St Austell, home of the Eden Project, the historic harbours at Mevagissey and Charlestown and the Lost Gardens of Heligan. Within easy reach are Lanhydrock House, Caerhayes Castle, Newquay Zoo and the north coast surfing beaches. Beach 4½ miles. Shop 2½ miles, pub 100 yards and two hotels serving food, 4 miles.

No children under 3 years old.

The owner lives on-site/nearby.

There are steps or steep slopes in the garden.

There is open water in the property grounds.

Nearby points of interest

  • Eden Project
  • Blue Reef Aquarium Newquay

Reviews (15)

  • Confirmed Guest

    Moonrakers is very clean and comfortable. We also found the beds very comfortable. It is situated in lovely surroundings and is very peaceful. The owners are very welcoming, helpful, knowledgeable and friendly, but not at all intrusive. The only down sides are the poor mobile phone reception (GiffGaff) and the lack of freezer or ice box (the owners are trying to remedy this and kindly provided a compartment in their freezer for our use). We would definitely recommend Moonrakers.

  • Confirmed Guest

    Very friendly and excellent overall

  • Rebecca Parker

    Our first time visiting and will definitely be back. Owners fantastic (so helpful and kind). Lovely peaceful location (driveway a little tricky). Spotless throughout. So well equipped and folders full with ideas for days out. Signal and WiFi quite poor (were the only negatives).

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