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Ruan

Helston, Cornwall
The exterior of Ruan, Cadgwith, The Lizzard, Cornwall
The exterior of Ruan, Cadgwith, The Lizzard, Cornwall
Sitting room at Ruan, Cadgwith, Cornwall
The sitting and dining area at Ruan, Cadgwith, Cornwall
Sitting and Dining area at Ruan, Cadgwith, Cornwall
Dining area at Ruan, Cadgwith, Cornwall
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The kitchen at Ruan, Cadgwith, Cornwall
Utility room at Ruan, Cadgwith, Cornwall
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The staircase landing at Ruan, Cadgwith, Cornwall
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The bathroom at Ruan, Cadgwith, Cornwall
The bathroom at Ruan, Cadgwith, Cornwall
The double bedroom at Ruan, Cadgwith, The Lizzard, Cornwall
The view from the double bedroom at Ruan, Cadgwith, The Lizzard, Cornwall
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The single bedroom at Ruan, Cornwall
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At-a-glance details

  • Sleeps 3
  • Bedrooms 2
  • Preferred changeover day Friday
  • Minimum stay 2 nights
  • Number of dogs welcome 0
  • Acorn rating 3 What's this?
  • Reference 011044
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About Ruan

A cliff-top cottage with mesmerising views, just above Cadgwith Cove.

Enjoy a stay at Ruan, one of Cornwall’s most idyllic holiday cottages. Prepare for stunning views over Cadgwith Cove from its  windows and glazed porch. This simple seafront cottage is one of five on the plot and has it's own private ocean view garden.

Wake up bright and early and take a walk around the harbour below. The historic fishing village hasn’t changed for centuries and is scattered with whitewashed fisherman’s cottages. The port is still very much active today.  

Further afield discover the delights of the Lizard Peninsula. With its dramatic coastline and miles of walking trails, it really is one of the most impressive places in the county. 
 

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Features and facilities

  • Cot & high chair available
  • Microwave available
  • Fridge available
  • Freezer available
  • Dishwasher available
  • Washing machine available
  • Tumble dryer not available
  • Telephone available
  • Television available
  • DVD available
  • WiFi* available
  • Open fire / wood burner available
  • Garden available
  • BBQ available

Accessibility

Not accessible

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Layout

  • Ground floor

    Porch, sitting/dining room with solid-fuel stove, kitchen.

  • First floor

    Two bedrooms (one double with 5' bed and sea views, one single), bathroom with shower over bath.

Notes for guests

Heating: Rointe digital electric heating system.

Parking: In the car park above the cottages approx 30 yards away.

Garden: There is a private garden with picnic table overlooking Cadgwith Cove.

Utilities/electricals: There is a washing machine for guest use.

*WiFi: This is now available, but please note that intermittent connection problems can sometimes occur and should not be relied upon. We are pleased to provide free WiFi at this cottage which is supported by BT.

Offers: Guests will benefit from a late Sunday checkout of 4pm at this cottage.

All National Trust car parks on The Lizard are free to guests on production of their booking information.

Logs: Supply of seasoned beech and ash logs from a local National Trust plantation available: £5 for one night, £10 for two, £15 for three or £20 for an unlimited supply for the duration of your stay.

Barbeque: Provided on request. National Trust charcoal may be purchased at £5 per bag.

Local Suppliers: Guest discount offered to National Trust guests by Lizard Adventures and Dan Joel Surf School. 

Cycle hire: Porthleven Cycle Hire delivers bicycles to your cottage and collects them at the end of your stay.

Please note: The cottages at Cadgwith are close to high cliffs so young children will need to be supervised.

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View over the spectacular Kynance Cove, Cornwall.

Kynance Cove

A tidal beach for the adventurous, famous for its white sand, turquoise sea and rock stacks. Very busy in the summer holidays.
Sunset over Lizard Point, Cornwall

Lizard Point

Dramatic cliffs shaped by the Atlantic. The Lizard features white beaches, turquoise seas and unique nature.
People dressed for the cold walking at Poldhu

Poldhu Cove

A sandy sheltered beach on the west coast of the Lizard. A favourite amongst locals and visitors, surfers and wildlife watchers.
Sunset over Mullion Habour, Cornwall

Mullion Cove

Originally built in the 1890s, the picturesque harbour at Mullion Cove shelters a small fishing fleet from powerful westerly storms.
The beach at Church Cove, Gunwalloe

Gunwalloe

A site of archaeological importance surrounded by dunes, beaches, a medieval church and a reedbed rich in wildlife.
Autumn sets in around Loe Pool at Penrose

Penrose

Wooded country around Cornwall's largest natural lake. Penrose features woodland tracks, stretches of coastline and open parkland, the perfect backdrop for a day out.

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We have applied a 1-5 Acorn rating to each cottage to be used only as a guide that covers location, style of interior and facilities you may be looking for. The range runs from 1 Acorn at a more basic level through to 5 Acorns at the highest level. Cottage pricing is not judged on the Acorn rating alone and as all our cottages are of an individual nature we recommend that all factors are considered when making your choice.

1 Acorn: simple living accommodation with basic furniture and fixtures fit for purpose, safe and clean. Running water and a WC are provided. There could be some limitations to heating and washing facilities (details of these will be stated clearly on the cottage's webpage). Bedding, linen and towels are supplied (with a few exceptions, which is again clearly stated). Facilities for basic catering and living are provided. Generally a 1 acorn cottage does not have wifi. Examples of a 1 acorn offer include Cartref, Wales and Rosedene, Worcestershire.

2 Acorn: a mid-quality range of furniture and fittings. Bathroom facilities are basic or there may be a high sleeps to bathroom ratio depending on the size of the cottage. Very few 2 acorn cottages have wifi and, similar to a 1 Acorn cottage, the kitchen white goods and washing facilities are basic in their offer. All 2 (and higher) Acorn cottages supply bedding, linen and towels. Examples of a 2 acorn offer include Engine Cottage, Cornwall and High Hallgarth, Cumbria.

3 Acorn: a good, standard offer. Generally it is correctly proportioned for the number of guests but could have a few compromises, for example a small sized kitchen, or a lower bathroom to guest ratio. The variety of white goods available will be better than a 2 Acorn cottage. Examples of a 3 acorn cottage include the Mustard Pot Cottage, Norfolk and Rose Cottage, Isle of Wight.

4 Acorn: these cottage have more premium furniture, fittings and lighting. Additionally it is likely to have added comfort extras. The ratio of bathrooms to guests will be higher, and the bathrooms would be more likely to have separate and spacious showers as opposed to over bath showers. Examples of a 4 Acorn offer include Portland House, Dorset and Stepper View, Cornwall.

5 Acorn: a luxury accommodation offer with very few limiting factors. It is well-equipped and has spacious facilities throughout the cottage. This is the highest offer available. The furniture is of high standard, and has real comfort for modern living. Examples of a 5 Acorn cottage include The Old Rectory, South Wales and West Gate Lodge, Yorkshire.

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