The Stay Guide Blog

We have just received two cancellations for the coming week; 1219 Langarrack at Marazion, and 1149 By the Sea at Newquay.

Langarrack, a sleep 4, enjoys spectacular views of St Michael’s Mount and Marazion beach from its small private balcony and the rooms at the front of the property. Marazion village centre, with its charming blend of galleries, curio shops, pubs, restaurants and cafes, is just a short walk from the property.

By the Sea, an open-plan ground floor apartment which also sleeps 4, stands on the low cliff above Towan beach and harbour. Tastefully furnished throughout, By the Sea also has a balcony, as well as communal gardens. The owners of By the Sea are now offering 10% off the price of the coming week (commencing Friday 20 August) – call our office now on 01326 573808 for more information or to book.

We also have a cancellation for Fistral Edge at Newquay.

Fistral Edge, a sleep 6, enjoys breathtaking 180 degree views of Fistral Beach and the Atlantic Ocean. A stone’s throw from the golden sands of Fistral beach and on the quiet side of town, Fistral Edge is comfortably furnished with private parking and a sunny, enclosed garden. Fistral Edge is now available the week commencing Saturday 28 August at just £898 plus a £25 booking fee – a saving of £100! Call now to book.

We have a small selection of sleep 2s still available from this weekend, so if you’re thinking about a last minute visit to Cornwall, have a look at the following properties.

The Studio at Polperro, a cosy-for-two chalet-style studio apartment, has captivating views over the harbour and provides the ultimate romantic getaway. Famous world-wide and one of the most sought-after visitor locations in Cornwall, Polperro is an old fishing village with windy streets and quaint fishermen’s cottages. The Studio is available from Friday 13 August due to a cancellation, at a 10% discount.

We also have Church View at Perranporth (now offering the week commencing Saturday 14 at £440 plus a £25 booking fee), Merrifield Cottage at Charlestown (now offering the week commencing Saturday 14 at £585 plus the booking fee), and Gig Cottage at Mevagissey.

All these properties provide comfortable accommodation for two, and are ideally located near the coast and some beautiful beaches. The weather is set to improve over the next few days, so why not treat yourself to a few days away in the Cornish sunshine? For further information, please contact our Customer Services team on 01326 573808.

This week, Sidmouth Folk Week takes place, ending on Friday 6^th August. This festival includes concerts, ceilidhs (Celtic dances) and displays. Henri Lloyd Salcombe Yacht Club Regatta finishes this Friday as well – nearly 300 boats enter this regatta annually, with around 550 sailors taking part.

Powderham Castle at Exeter is celebrating Pirate Week, Dartmouth Castle presents an open air version of Macbeth until this Saturday, and on Thursday 5^th August, Plymouth is hosting a Help for Heroes Bike Night on Hoe Promenade. This event will be held monthly to raise money for the charity.

Dartmouth Folk Festival takes place this weekend, starting Friday 6^th. This year’s festival will include a fayre, craft displays, dances and a music hall. And if you own a boat, why not go along to the ‘Rock the Boat’ party on Friday 6^thAugust? Starting on the water at Torridge Estuary and ending in Bar Toko at Barnstaple, the party is held in aid of the RNLI. All ages welcome for the boat party (strictly over 18s only for the after party in the bar).

Finally, if you love steam traction engines, be sure not to miss Torbay Steam Fair this weekend (6^th-8^th). This event will also be raising money for charity.