Kissing Gate

Our grading Sleeps 12 guests 12 | 5 bedrooms 5 bedrooms | 4 bathrooms 4 bathrooms | 2 dogs allowed 2 - A beautifully crafted cedar, slate and stone home, quietly set within Rock - Contemporary interiors bathed in natural light, with generous social spaces and a welcoming log burner - A private, sun-warmed garden with heated swimming pool for long, laid-back days Need to know Property code: OC-L50071 This sophisticated property makes a fabulous retreat in a tranquil, private setting close to Rock’s many amenities, perfect for large families or groups of friends. Enjoy the soft sands and gentle waves of Rock Beach or wander over to Porthilly Cove for a serene paddle and rock pool exploration. At low tide, Rock Beach links directly to the expansive Daymer Bay, offering endless opportunities for picnics, sandcastle building and family fun. A short ferry ride from Rock takes you across to the vibrant harbour town of Padstow, where world-class seafood and charming independent shops await. Surf enthusiasts will relish the waves at Polzeath, 2.5 miles, where lessons and board hire are available, while golfers can play at St Enodoc, 1 mile, and cyclists can hire bikes in Wadebridge, 5.5 miles, to follow the Camel Trail. For a family day out, the magical castle at Tintagel is only 14 miles away. Natural light floods through high ceilings and generous windows in this distinctive timber-clad home. Soft tones and natural textures combine to create an atmosphere of calm and elegance, especially in the open-plan living area, with its wooden flooring and marble kitchen island. Experiment with culinary treats, using the double oven and boiling-water tap to make life easier. Gather at the long dining table and savour delicious meals together, then snuggle up in the soft seating, turning the rotating wood burner towards you for warmth and flickering flames, and perhaps streaming movies on the Smart TV. In good weather, sliding doors connect the interior to the garden. Also on this level are a double bedroom and an adjacent shower room, a study, and a utility room with laundry facilities, storage for coats and footwear, and a second downstairs shower. The four remaining bedrooms are all on the first floor: the super-king-size, king-size and double bedrooms are all tucked under sloping ceilings, and the master bedroom boasts an en-suite bathroom with a free-standing bath and separate shower. The remaining upstairs bedroom has two sets of bunk beds, of which the lower beds will be made up as standard. Completing this impressive interior is a family shower room with a rainfall shower. The exterior is designed for the ultimate in al fresco indulgence, with a heated outdoor swimming pool (available seasonally) complete with a retractable cover. Enjoy meals at the expansive outdoor dining table, fire up the BBQ for a grilled lunch in the sun, or set up outdoor games on the generous lawn. After days on the sand, you can rinse off in the heated outdoor shower. Gated parking accommodates four cars.