The Shire House - Blissful Joyful - Four Bedrooms

The Shire House is grade II listed and dates from 1780. Situated in the heart of Lostwithiel and with the river Fowey just 30 steps away. This is a Georgian townhouse with a walled garden full of sun. Expect lots of character, with contemporary design, and with up to the minute amenities. The minimum stay is usually 3 nights but do contact me if you are only looking for 2 nights as I may be able to accommodate you. The space The Shire House has four bedrooms – three king and one double. The house sleeps eight plus the ‘very best’ folding single bed and two baby cots. Should you need less than 4 bedrooms, don't hesitate to contact me and we can discuss a price for your requirement. The reduction in the cost of cleaning and linen for less bedrooms means I can offer you a lower price. This self-catering house has a spacious kitchen with dining table, comfortable lounge, family bathroom with bath and shower and a wet room with shower. There is a plentiful supply of logs for the woodburner in the kitchen and bed linen and towels are provided. Enter the garden through the gate on Quay Street. This is a walled self-enclosed garden which enjoys full sun all day long and is a pretty, peaceful and pleasant place to sit. There is outside space for dining al fresco with a large table, four benches and if you need more seating, just bring out some chairs from the kitchen. No BBQ at the house, but the Co-op, just 20 yards down the road, have instant ones that do the job perfectly. So get the hamburgers, sausages, sweetcorn and peppers sizzling if that is your thing. You will find a spacious and modern kitchen with up to the minute appliances, Bosch hob, oven, microwave, Rangemaster fridge freezer with ice maker, dishwasher and a super polished concrete table seating eight. Perfect for dining at home and so cosy with a wood burning stove. There are two bathrooms. The family bathroom with bath and shower is on the first floor and the tiled wet room, on the ground floor, is tres moderne with a walk in shower and exhilarating body jets. A lovely lounge with double aspect view, flooded with sunlight and with views over the river Fowey. Make yourself comfortable and relax with 2 sofas, 49" smart TV wired to the internet and Hi-Fi stereo. Remember to pack some CD's, although the stereo is bluetooth enabled or wire connect so you can always listen to Spotify or Youtube through your 'phone. Each bedroom has USB and there is fast wifi 50 Mbps. There are also 2 Minirigs provided for you so you can indulge yourself with music. The Minirigs are bluetooth enabled or wire connect. You can move them anywhere you want music including the garden. Folding single bed. In addition to the four bedrooms, there is also a single folding bed, the Jay-Be Crown premier, with a deep sprung mattress and headboard. I make an additional charge of £30 for your stay to cover the cost of linen and bed making. This is not included in the airbnb payment and you can just leave at the house. Let me know if you need this bed made up for you Baby cot. Toddlers and babies are most welcome. There are 2 Maxi-Cosi Iris travel cots, adjustable to two different position heights, for baby or toddler, designed for babies from birth until 3 years old. Together with mattress, sheet, duvet, pillow and blanket for a tranquil nights sleep. Let me know if you need a baby cot prepared for you. Note, you will need to bring any other baby equipment you need. And your pets are very welcome, and free of charge, so no need to leave your best furry friend behind. Any dog will be very happy with the lovely walks around the area. Coulson Park is only minutes walk away just down the river and is perfect for your dogs walk. If you are enthusiastic you can walk all the way to Milltown, onto Golant through Milltown woods and then mostly cross country to Fowey. The Shire House is self catering. Though on your arrival you will find milk, coffee, tea and sugar provided for you. The Co-op supermarket, a 2 minutes walk away for provisions, is open 7 am to 10 pm each day. There are plenty of logs in an alcove in the kitchen for the wood burner. One basket of logs is included in the price and if you get through lots more then I just ask that you make a fair contribution for the cost. A basket of logs is £30. Check-in is from 4 pm with checkout on day of departure at 10 am. You can self check-in and the key can be found in the key safe just to the left of the front door. if you prefer, I am most happy to meet you and show you the house. Other stuff Linen and towels. If your stay is longer than 7 nights, then if you require, beds are made up and linen and towels changed halfway through your stay. I will be in contact to ask your preference. There are also 4 beach towels provided for you. There are laundry facilities, washing machine, tumble dryer, washing line, clothes pegs, airer, ironing board and iron. Find a range of cleaning products for your use under the kitchen sink. You will find a book of the house on the kitchen table so you can know where things are and how things work. You really are having such a good day today, finding the gem that is Lostwithiel, and finding The Shire House. The Shire House is special and all for roughly the price of a very expensive all-butter chocolate sponge with real gold icing. So, you can see the Shire House is great value and even nicer than cake. Actually, the Shire House is pretty much guaranteed to make you happy. But you might also feel deep dread. How are you going to keep that sleek happiness when you have to go home? Just come again to the Shire House, as you are a friend now and always welcome. Book the Shire House now. Or risk unspeakable disappointment. Guest access The whole house and the garden. Other things to note Toddlers and babies are most welcome and there are two Maxi-Cosi Iris travel cots, together with bedding, available free of charge to you. But be aware you would have to bring any other things you need A Baby Dan pressure gate can be fitted at the bottom of the stairs. In addition, a Baby Dan pressure gate can be fitted to the door of any bedroom or the lounge if required (also useful for dogs as well as toddlers). Let me know if you would like these installed for you. Parking There is no dedicated parking but there is plenty of free parking adjacent to the house on Quay Street and parking is free anywhere in Lostwithiel. Other guests have always managed to find parking on Quay Street, just by the house, so fingers crossed all will be good for you. The main areas offering parking are: Quay Street adjacent to the house and running down to Coulson Park. Parade Square just by the Co-op. The Parade running from Parade Square to the Medieval bridge Car park by the Community Centre, Pleyber Christ Way off the A390. Car park at the far end of Coulson Park.