The Old Sunday School, Rumford welcomes you into a beautifully converted Grade II-listed building dating back to the 1820s, where original features blend seamlessly with contemporary comfort. The open-plan kitchen and dining area features a built-in electric oven, induction hob, integrated fridge and freezer, dishwasher, and Dolce Gusto coffee machine, with a dining table perfect for leisurely meals. Upstairs, the mezzanine lounge creates a wonderfully cosy retreat with comfortable sofas, a 50-inch Smart TV offering BT Sport and Netflix, and a modern wood burner that makes winter evenings particularly inviting, all beneath soaring high-arched windows that flood the space with natural light.
Step outside to discover a pretty patio area at the front, complete with outdoor furniture, a picnic bench, and a portable barbecue for sunny afternoon gatherings. On-road parking is available immediately outside the property. On the ground floor, two peaceful bedrooms provide restful accommodation: a comfortable double room and a flexible twin room, both enjoying the building's characterful atmosphere. The modern shower room features a spacious walk-in shower with thermostatic controls.
Picture crisp mornings with coffee from your Dolce Gusto machine, planning the day's adventures from the comfort of your sofa as sunlight streams through those magnificent arched windows. Spend afternoons exploring Cornwall's stunning coastline, just four kilometres away, then return to fire up the barbecue as evening settles over the village. As darkness falls, curl up beside the crackling wood burner, perhaps with a Cornish gin in hand, reflecting on another perfect day in this peaceful corner of North Cornwall.
The Old Sunday School, Rumford places you perfectly for discovering North Cornwall's finest attractions. Tarquin's Gin Distillery in St Ervan (2 km) crafts distinctive handcrafted gins inspired by the surrounding coastline, offering fascinating distillery tours where you can sample their unique botanical flavours. Kayaking on the River Camel from Porthilly Cove (7 km) provides guided tours exploring the scenic estuary and dramatic coastline, with excellent opportunities for wildlife spotting that delight families and adventure seekers alike. Blue Reef Aquarium in Newquay (12 km) showcases diverse marine life through interactive exhibits and captivating underwater tunnels, perfect for rainy day entertainment. Wheal Martyn Clay Works in Carthew (18 km) brings Cornwall's china clay mining heritage to life within beautiful parkland settings, offering fascinating insights into this unique industrial history.
Venture further to uncover even more of Cornwall's treasures. Launceston Castle in Launceston (46 km) is a magnificent Norman fortress commanding stunning views across the surrounding countryside, its thousand-year history brought vividly to life through family-friendly activities and excellent interpretation. Tate St Ives in St Ives (48 km) occupies a spectacular clifftop position overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, showcasing celebrated Cornish artists alongside rotating displays from the prestigious Tate collection. Museum of Cornish Life in Helston (49 km) fills three floors of historic Market Buildings with captivating exhibits and thousands of fascinating objects that chronicle everyday Cornish life through the centuries.
The charming harbour town of Padstow, a true foodie's heaven, sits just five kilometres away, where celebrity chef restaurants line the waterfront alongside traditional fish and chip shops, independent galleries, and the famous Camel Trail cycling route. St Austell, Cornwall's historic clay mining centre is a 21-kilometre drive. The town is home to Earth Mother, the UK's tallest ceramic statue and an homage to the town's industrial past. There's also excellent shopping opportunities and vibrant cultural venues that celebrate Cornwall's rich industrial heritage.
