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The Straw Store

Vacation home in Torpoint

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Experience the magic of The Straw Store at Maker Heights, where sea views unfold from your doorstep. As part of a historic Napoleonic Barracks complex, this enchanting retreat offers satellite high-speed broadband and Wi-Fi, as well as access to The Guard House Cafe and evening entertainment at the Garrison Gallery.

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1 bedroomSleeps 2

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  • Parking available

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About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Straw Store

Featuring sea views from the door step , The Straw Store at Maker Heights is a beautiful and enchanting conversion of a fabulous range of buildings being the most complete set of Napoleonic Barracks in the country. Part of The Sea Forts Cornwall Wild Coastal camping site on the Rame Peninsular the site has panoramic views across the peninsular, Plymouth, Devon and Cornwall.

This ideal retreat benefits from satellite high speed broadband and Wi-Fi, The Guard House Cafe is open between April and October, Licensed in The evenings, outside the season the Canteen is open for breakfast and lunches and evening entertainment most weekends at the Garrison Gallery and Patchwork Studios where you may catch a live performance.

Kingsand Beach is 1.1 km from The Straw Store, while Cawsand Beach is 1.5 km from the property. The nearest airport is Newquay Cornwall Airport, 74 km from the accommodation.

We are close to the Coast path and have great access to beautiful walking and cycling.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom

Bathroom

  • Outdoor shower
  • Shower

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Things to do

  • Cycling nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Discuss with booking@seafortscornwall.com

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 2
Note from host: Discuss with booking@seafortscornwall.com
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the neighborhood

Torpoint is home to this vacation home. Mount Edgcumbe House and Country Park and Polhawn Fort are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Antony Woodland Garden and Port Eliot House and Gardens. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Home Park or Plymouth Pavilions. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like cycling. Visit our Torpoint travel guide
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Torpoint

What's nearby

  • National Trust - Lizard Point and Kynance Cove, Lizard, Storbritannien
    Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
    1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Mt. Edgcumbe which includes a park
    Mount Edgcumbe House and Country Park
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • We just sat, rested and enjoyed the view back to Cawsand and Kingsand while walking the South West Coastal Path Cornwall. Such a loverly time of year when the coastal flowers are at their best
    Mount Edgcumbe Country Park
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Beautiful spot to spend a lazy afternoon after lunch
    Cawsand Beach
    18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Somerville Gallery
    1 min walk - 0.0 miles

Getting around

  • Germans Station
    29 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Canteen at Maker Heights
    3 min walk
  • Fort Inn
    6 min drive
  • Edgcumbe Arms
    4 min drive
  • Smut Drinks
    10 min drive
  • Le Bistrot Pierre
    27 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Straw Store pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Straw Store?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Straw Store?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Straw Store located?

Situated in Torpoint, this vacation home is steps from Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and Somerville Gallery. Mount Edgcumbe Country Park and Mount Edgcumbe House and Country Park are also within 15 minutes.

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2/10 Terrible

Jess W.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025