The Boathouse

The Boathouse in Gillan, Cornwall

Self catering accommodation in an amazing beachfront location
The Boathouse - spacious beachfront self catering accommodation for up to 14 guests in Gillan, Cornwall.

The Boathouse is a unique beachfront holiday home enjoying a wonderfully private position at the end of a no-through road in the Cornish village of Gillan. Surrounded by beautiful coastal views and with the beach immediately at hand, the property provides spacious self catering accommodation for up to 14 guests across six bedrooms. Children are welcome, pets may be accepted by special arrangement, and guests benefit from WiFi and off-street parking.

Inside, the ground floor features a generous games and TV room with a flat-screen TV, DVD player, books, toys, wood-burning stove and snooker table, with doors opening directly onto the patio. Upstairs is a further living room with another wood-burning stove and double doors framing the coastal views, together with a well-equipped open-plan kitchen and dining area and separate study. Outside, guests can make the most of the coastal setting with a large patio, outdoor seating, gas BBQ, hammocks and a table tennis table.

The beachfront location makes The Boathouse particularly well suited to families and groups wanting to enjoy Cornwall's coast, with opportunities for swimming, rock pooling, sailing, paddleboarding, kayaking, walking and fishing nearby, as well as tennis in the village. Further afield, guests can explore some of Cornwall's best-known attractions, including Tate St Ives, the National Maritime Museum Cornwall, Flambards, The Lost Gardens of Heligan and the Eden Project. Short breaks are available on request, with reduced rates also offered for couples or smaller groups during the low season.

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The Boathouse is situated directly beside the beach in Gillan, a peaceful coastal village on Cornwall's Lizard Peninsula. Its position at the end of a no-through road provides a tranquil setting with attractive coastal views and easy access to the water.

The surrounding coastline is ideal for outdoor activities, with swimming, sailing, paddleboarding, kayaking, fishing and walking among the options available. The beach also offers opportunities for rock pooling, while tennis facilities can be found within the village.

Gillan provides a peaceful base for discovering more of Cornwall, with numerous beaches, coastal communities and visitor attractions accessible for days out. Popular destinations in the wider region include the Eden Project, The Lost Gardens of Heligan, Flambards, the National Maritime Museum Cornwall and Tate St Ives.
Accommodation Amenities
  • Barbeque
  • Children Welcome
  • Dog Friendly
  • DVD Player
  • Games Room
  • Off Road Parking
  • Sea/Lake/Loch View
  • Shower
  • Sleeps 10+
  • Sun Terrace/Patio/Decking
  • TV
  • Washing Machine
  • Well Equipped Kitchen
  • WiFi
  • Woodburning Stove


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