The Old Milking Parlour

The Old Milking Parlour is a converted agricultural building turned self-catering cottage in St Blazey Gate, a small village near Par on Cornwall's south coast, sleeping 4 in 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. The conversion has kept the character of the original structure while adding a private enclosed garden and parking for two cars. WiFi and a washing machine are included. Dogs are not accepted.

Carlyon Bay is 1.2 miles from the property - a broad south-facing sand beach with a beach club and water sports hire in summer. Charlestown Beach is 1.8 miles, alongside the Georgian harbour where tall ships are often moored. Porthpean, a quieter cove popular with local families, is 2.5 miles. All three are driveable in under 10 minutes. The Eden Project is similarly close at roughly 10 minutes by car - useful for a full day out that doesn't involve the coast.

See the Par and St Blazey area guide for more on the surrounding coast and inland attractions. Saturday changeover.

Ideal for couples or families of up to 4 who want a mid-Cornwall base within easy reach of both the Eden Project and several south-coast beaches. Works well for guests who prefer quieter seaside spots over tourist centres - Par and St Blazey are working communities rather than resort villages. Not great for guests who want to walk to a beach or a pub from the door.