Meaning 'little barn", Skyber Byghan cottage St Agnes is a cosy holiday cottage that has just undergone a complete refurbishment giving it a boutique yet beachy feel. The cottage is situated in the quiet and tranquil village of Mithian surrounded by beautiful countryside yet is only 1½ miles from the north coast at St Agnes and 7 miles from the City of Truro.
Skyber Byghan cottage St Agnes is a semi-detached reverse level barn conversion attached to the owners property. Having undergone an extensive refurbishment including a newly fitted kitchen and bathroom the cottage now has a fresh contemporary feel with a beachy twist.
This is a fabulous location, close to the north coast beaches and also only a short distance from the main A30 linking west to east which means so many attractions are within easy reach.
As you enter the property by the stable door there is a tiled hall with a door to a double bedroom with hanging rail and chest of drawers, a door to a single room with bunk beds and a small wardrobe, and a door to the newly fitted bathroom with contemporary white suite with shower over the bath. Upstairs there is a double aspect living room with a two seater leather sofa-bed and two leather recliner chairs. In the double aspect dining room there is a large extending oak table and chairs with ample room for 6. The contemporary Italian Walnut flooring continues in to the newly fitted kitchen, with a small breakfast bar and stools.
Accommodation Ground Floor: Master double bedroom with 4'6" bed followed by a bunk bedroom. Separate family bathroom with over bath shower.
First Floor: Sitting room with gas effect log burner and range of comfortable chairs. Open plan kitchen / dining room. Fully fitted modern kitchen. Sofa bed available at the additional price of £50 per week.
Exterior: Shared garden with owners.
External garden furniture and barbecue facilities.
Facilities & Services
Heating is via night storage heating and gas stove. The kitchen has a range of modern equipment. There is an electric oven and hob, a microwave, toaster, kettle, fridge, freezer, dishwasher, washing machine and tumble dryer. The sitting room area has a flatscreen digital Freeview TV & DVD player, iPod dock and Sony Playstation with games. There is WiFi available at the property. There is an iron & ironing board.
Miscellaneous Electricity, heating, bed linen, towels and beach towels are all included. Regrettably no smoking or dogs are allowed. Unrestricted parking facilities on the road with unloading available. There is a cot & high chair available upon request.
General Booking Information Arrival / Departure is normally a Friday. Shortbreaks are available during quieter periods.
£100 pre-authorised to your credit or debit card as a security deposit is required.
Reputed to be one of the oldest villages in Cornwall, Mithian (Cornish: Mydhyen) is a picturesque village, full of character and charm where each building has its own individual story to tell.
The village is served by The Miners Arms, a 16th century pub that has
had many varied uses over the years including a smugglers lair - the pub still has the original smuggling tunnel running under the road to the Old Manor House opposite.
Other buildings in the village are heavily linked to the areas mining heritage, such as the Rose-in-Vale Hotel which is originally thought to have been built as a winter home by Captain John Oates, the owner of the Wheal Leisure Copper mine in nearby Perranporth.
Mithian with its stunning countryside is the perfect setting for a romantic break or a family holiday.
It is also a walkers heaven being perfectly situated for exploring the coastal paths, the captivating history and the beautiful nearby beaches of Trevaunance Cove and Trevellas Porth at St Agnes, Chapel Porth, and Perranporth.
St Agnes, just to the west of Perranporth on the North Cornwall coast was one a thriving mining community. St Agnes is now a perfect base for those wishing to walk the North Cornwall Coastline, or for those interested in its copper and tin mining heritage. The village offers many restaurants, cafes and galleries as well as a free museum on the outskirts. St Agnes Beacon is a 328 foot climb, and on a fine day you can see from coast to coast. The view is spectacular and well worth the climb.
The North Coast contains the best beaches for surfing, Perranporth and Porthtowan are a short drive away and both provide equipment hire. Wheal Coates tin mine, near Chapel Porth is a prominent feature of the North Coast and is the beginning of a trail that continues past many other mining works down to Trevellas, the last tin production site in Cornwall.
This is an absolutely stunning cottage. The bed is so comfy! And the ducks are gorgeous! The cottage has been fitted out beautifully and it is so peaceful. We have had a wonderful time so will definitely be back. The walking was superb.
Guest, Nov 2011
What a stunning cottage - very tastefully finished to a high standard, which meant we had a really comfortable stay.
The location is perfect with wonderful beach walks.
Thanks to Nic & Miranda for making us feel so welcome.
We will be back!
Guest, Oct 2011
We have had a lovely time. The cottage is fantastic - we would definitely come back.
Guest, Oct 2011
Perfect. Fantastic cottage in a beautiful village - The Miners Inn great for food.
Guest, Oct 2011
A beautiful cottage in a beautiful area. We thoroughly enjoyed our relaxing break in Cornwall.