Puffin Way, Lelant is a spacious four-bedroom detached holiday home perfectly positioned beside the scenic RSPB nature reserve at Hayle Estuary. The well-equipped kitchen features an electric oven, induction hob, dishwasher, filter coffee machine, and breakfast table for leisurely morning meals. The stylish sitting room invites relaxation with its cosy electric stove fire, large wall-mounted television, and French doors opening to the garden, whilst the separate dining room provides a sociable space for family meals and evening games around the table for eight.
Step outside to discover a generous enclosed patio garden complete with outdoor dining furniture, barbecue, and chiminea for magical summer evenings under Cornish skies. The property sleeps up to eight guests across four comfortable bedrooms: a spacious master with king-size bed and en-suite shower room, a second king-size room, a cheerful twin room, and a delightful bunk room perfect for children. A modern family bathroom with bath and separate shower ensures everyone has ample space, whilst the handy utility room keeps sandy towels and walking gear organised.
Picture yourself brewing morning coffee whilst planning beach adventures, then gathering around the chiminea as stars appear over the estuary. Days unfold naturally here, from coastal walks along the South West Coast Path to lazy afternoons in the enclosed garden.
Puffin Way, Lelant offers an exceptional base for exploring West Cornwall's treasures. The dog-friendly sands of Porthkidney Beach lie just one mile away, whilst the picturesque fishing port of St Ives Harbour (6 km) beckons with its quaint shops, cafes, and art galleries offering boat trips and stunning coastal views. History enthusiasts will discover Cornwall's tin mining heritage at King Edward Mine Museum in Camborne (16 km), featuring guided tours and educational exhibits at this award-winning site. For peaceful moments, Tanglewood Wild Garden in Newbridge (18 km) enchants visitors with woodland trails, unique sculptures, and serene ponds. The fascinating PK Porthcurno museum (26 km) explores global communications evolution through interactive exhibits and engaging programmes.
Adventure seekers can venture to Newquay's Pirate Quest Adventure Golf (44 km), featuring mystical caves, interactive treasure hunts, and historical enactments based on Cornish legends including tales of smugglers and pirates. Alternatively, explore marine wonders at Blue Reef Aquarium (44 km) with its captivating underwater tunnels showcasing native Cornish marine life, tropical species, and daily feeding demonstrations. The Screech Owl Sanctuary & Animal Park at Goss Moor (50 km) offers educational talks, impressive flying displays, and the chance to meet over 40 species of owls alongside other rescued wildlife.
The characterful harbour town of Penzance, just 16 kilometres away, brims with excellent restaurants serving fresh Cornish seafood, independent boutiques, and art galleries showcasing local talent, all within walking distance of stunning beaches like Penzance Promenade and nearby Marazion's golden sands. Meanwhile, Cornwall's elegant county capital, Truro, a 41-kilometre drive inland, provides cultural delights including the magnificent Gothic Revival cathedral with its soaring spires, the award-winning Royal Cornwall Museum, and excellent shopping opportunities along its Victorian streets, from high-street favourites to unique Cornish craft shops.
