Lizard Lighthouse is positioned at the Southern-most tip of mainland Britain and the six newly refurbished adjacent cottages enjoy unrivalled access to breathtaking scenery and coastal walking, literally from the front door. Rare birds, rare flowers and even the occasional school of dolphins can be spotted from the cliff tops surrounding the accommodation, yet you are just a ¼ mile from Lizard village with its friendly pub, shops and restaurants.
The working lighthouse was established in 1619, with the current towers being built in 1752. In 1924 it became the first electrically powered lighthouse before being fully automated in 1998 with a 26 mile light range and an automatic 3 mile fog signal if conditions are misty.
The on-site visitor centre provides tours of the working lighthouse and an opportunity to learn about the work of Trinity House (the number of visitors will not normally affect your privacy). 'Bishop Rock' is the last of the six cottages, being adjacent to the working lighthouse and sleeping four in two bedrooms, offering stunning sea and coastal views across to Bass Point.
An enclosed courtyard leads to the entrance hallway with original slate floor and plenty of room for coats and boots etc. Bathroom immediately off with matching toilet, handbasin and bath with shower over. Also off the hallway is the well-equipped kitchen/diner with electric oven, 4-ring hob with extractor over, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washer/dryer, microwave, dining table and seating for four. Further on is the lounge with excellent sea views, comfy seating for four, LCD TV (with Freeview) and DVD player. Upstairs are two bedrooms, one with double bed and one with 3' twin beds, both with outstanding sea views, wardrobes, bedside tables and lamps.
Seating is provided in the courtyard. Parking is provided for one car. Rental includes bedlinen, towels, electricity, central heating, cot and high chair (if required). Regret no dogs and no smoking. Children must be supervised at all times.
Romarec family - Harrogate,North Yorks. on 19/04/2009
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What a great week! We love it here and nobody wants to go home! Have had great weather on the whol and got used to the foghorn.The coast path is covered in flowers just now and we saw 2 seals this mornoing.Will certainly be back!!
Julie & Dave Lovelle - Bristol on 01/03/2009
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Very enjoyable week.The accommodation is excellent and we appreciated the extras,namely flowers,welcome pack and milk.The cottage is very well equipped,clean and warm.
The Pearce family on 30/08/2009
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This is our 3rd visit to the cottages,2007,2008.Once again we have had a fantastic time.Cottage spotless,thanks to Lisa,noothing was too much trouble.We have beencoming to Cornwall for 34 years with our children now they bringing their families.Be back soon.
bishop rock lizard lighthouse on 31/08/2008
Superb accomodation, great views,
lovely walks, great pubs and cafes within 1000 yds. best beach-poldhu cove. the fog horn is not that loud when you are inside.
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