Lyndale, Newlyn, near Penzance, Cornwall

Set at the top of Orchard Lane, the house was once the Manor Farm and benefits from having a large private walled garden, a remnant from this time. A period house with high ceilings and spacious rooms, the original features have been left intact, beamed ceilings, large sash windows, open fireplaces providing a great deal of character. Two sitting rooms make this ideal accommodation for two small families to share, or for those who require plenty of space.

The garden has recently been redesigned and landscaped providing a modern layout enclosed by traditional Cornish planting and the original walls of the property. With table and chairs an arbour and further bench there are plenty of places to sit out.

The garden is not overlooked.

The outhouse / studio provides a studio space for those on painting holidays. There is plenty of room for surfboards, wet wellies and equipment. Complete with washer, tumble drier and second toilet.

Lyndale is ideally situated for a wide range of activities and visits.

Newlyn itself remains home to the largest fishing port south of Scotland, the industry is it's livelyhood and has been for hundreds of years. It was the source of inspiration for the famous Newlyn School of Artist, who made it their home.

With it's feet firmly in the 21st Century, Newlyn now boasts cafes and galleries, three to rival the Newlyn Gallery, restaurants, boutiques and of course pubs a-plenty!

• Visit the famous pilchard works and museum.
• Take the "Newlyn Trail" around the village.
• Eat the freshest fish from a selection of shops.
• View the eclectic range of art galleries. Newlyn Gallery, Penwith Gallery, The Tate St. Ives and many others.

A mile away is the famous town of Penzance with the backdrop of Mounts Bay.
St. Michael's Mount glistens in the distance, with the Scilly Isles just a boat or helicopter ride away. Shop til you drop... try the famous Chapel Street and then relax in one of the towns many cafes and bars.

• Take boat trips from Penzance Marina.
• Swim in the Art-deco Jubilee Pool.
• Learn to surf at Sennen Cove.
• Enjoy Britain's best blue flag beaches.
• Watch open-air performances at the Minnack Theatre.
• Take horseback rides across Carbis Bay.
• Spend days walking the fabulous coastal paths.