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Wireless Cottage

An aerial view of Wireless Cottage and the surrounding coast, Cornwall
An aerial view of Wireless Cottage, Cornwall | © National Trust/Poppy Jakes
The dining table with sea view at Wireless Cottage, Cornwall
The double bedroom at Wireless Cottage, Cornwall

Wireless Cottage

A cliff-top cabin with a whole lot of history, just metres from the coastal path.

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The dining table with sea view at Wireless Cottage, Cornwall
The double bedroom at Wireless Cottage, Cornwall
An aerial view of Wireless Cottage and the surrounding coast, Cornwall
The South West Coast Path, passing Wireless Cottage, Cornwall
Looking into Wireless Cottage from the front door, Cornwall
The sea view from the dining table at Wireless Cottage, Cornwall
The sitting and dining room with sea view at Wireless Cottage, Cornwall
Photos of the cottage's history at Wireless Cottage, Cornwall
The sitting and dining room at Wireless Cottage, Cornwall
The sitting area at Wireless Cottage, Cornwall
The kitchen at Wireless Cottage, Cornwall
Looking into the bedroom at Wireless Cottage, Cornwall
The double bedroom with sea view at Wireless Cottage, Cornwall
The shower room at Wireless Cottage, Cornwall
The shower room at Wireless Cottage, Cornwall
A light switch at Wireless Cottage, Cornwall
Wireless Cottage, viewed from the coast path, Cornwall
The garden with picnic table at Wireless Cottage, Cornwall
The sea view from the garden at Wireless Cottage, Cornwall
Plaque celebrating Guglielmo Marconi at Wireless Cottage, Cornwall
An aerial view of Wireless Cottage, next to coastal cliffs and the South West Coast Path, Cornwall
An aerial view of Wireless Cottage and the surrounding coast, Cornwall
Coastal cliffs with whitewashed buildings near Wireless Cottage, Cornwall
Lizard Point, Cornwall
A cove near Wireless Cottage, Cornwall
Looking toward the lighthouse at Lizard Point, Cornwall
View of Kynance Cove, Cornwall
Visitors draw a huge sun on the sandy beach at Kynance Cove, Cornwall
Fishing boats and lobster pots in the harbour in autumn at Mullion Cove, Cornwall

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A cliff-top cabin with a whole lot of history, just metres from the coastal path.

  • Guests

    2

    Bedrooms

    1

    Acorn rating

    3What's this?

    Number of dogs welcome

    1

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    011102

    These remote Cornish cliff-tops were once used for ground-breaking wireless communication experiments. Now they provide an unforgettable holiday experience. Stay in this Grade II-listed wireless station, built in 1900 by pioneering inventor Guglielmo Marconi, and you’ll be far-flung on the most southerly point of the UK. The evocative wood-cladded building faces south, with wide views over the springy, rabbit-cropped turf to the shimmering ocean. Inside the one-bedroom, cabin-like cottage reveals a cosy nook from which to shelter from the Atlantic gales and snuggle against its log burner-effect electric fire. 

    Wireless Cottage is set just 100 yards back from the cliffs, with the coastal path practically running straight past your door. Walk just 30 minutes along the path to Lizard Point. Walk a little further around the peninsula to gaze upon the aqua waters of Kynance Cove. 

    There are many beaches to explore on the Lizard, but if you fancy a change of scenery the pretty harbour town of Falmouth is 25 miles from the cottage. Located on the Fal estuary, they’ll be an abundance of stunning coastal views as well as an array of shops and restaurants.   

    • Wi-Fi, available
    • Garden, available
    • Fridge, available
    • Freezer, available
    • Microwave, available
    • Television, available
    • DVD, available
    • Washing machine, available
    • Dishwasher, available
    • Tumble dryer, available
    • Cot & high chair, available
    • Coast path, available
    • Sea views, available
    • Walk to a beach, available
    • Wildlife spotting, available
    • Watersports nearby, available

    What’s provided in a National Trust cottage?

    Please note, this cottage does not contain some of the usual cottage inventory. There's no radio, DVDs or washing line.

Things to see and do at Lizard Point

Volunteers at the Wildlife Watchpoint at Lizard Point
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Lizard Point 

Dramatic cliffs shaped by the Atlantic. The Lizard features white beaches, turquoise seas and unique nature.

near Helston, Cornwall

Partially open today
Volunteers show visitors the local wildlife from the watchpoint at Lizard Point, Cornwall
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Article

The Wildlife Watchpoint 

Wildlife Watchpoint is open from 1 April. Sitting at the tip of Britain's most southerly point is the volunteer-run wildlife watchpoint. Discover Atlantic grey seals, dolphins, basking sharks and Cornish choughs against the dramatic scenery of the Lizard.

Surfing lesson at Poldhu Beach, Cornwall
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Activity

Outdoor activities at Lizard Point 

Have a go at kayaking, climbing or coasteering with our partner Lizard Adventure. Or join a surfing lesson & catch some waves with former professional Dan Joel.

Sea view of Lizard Point and the lighthouse in the distance
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Trail

Lizard Point walk: the most southerly place in Britain 

Cornwall

Take in dramatic views of the Atlantic, visit the lighthouse and look out for local wildlife on this enjoyable walk around the most southerly point in Britain.

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Walking
DistanceMiles: 1 (km: 1.6)

Exploring the area

The view over rocks and a small beach at Kynance Cove, Cornwall.
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Place

Kynance Cove 

A tidal beach for the adventurous, famous for its white sand, turquoise sea and rock stacks. Extremely busy with limited parking throughout July, August & September.

Nr. Helston, Cornwall

View of harbour from the beach at Million Cove, Cornwall
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Place

Mullion Cove 

Nestled between steep cliffs rich in wildlife, the calm turquoise sea of the cove often gives way to powerful storms, as it faces into the full force of the Atlantic.

near Helston, Cornwall

Pink, blue and white wild flowers bloom on a slope at Glendurgan, Cornwall, overlooking trees
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Place

Glendurgan Garden 

A historic and exotic wooded valley garden leading down to the Helford River.

Falmouth, Cornwall

Fully open today
A view of a path up Godolphin Hill, Cornwall on a summer's day
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Place

Godolphin 

An ancient and atmospheric estate with a medieval garden and historic house

Helston, Cornwall

Partially open today

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