Clahar Cottage, located close to Mullion Cove, is brimming with the charm of a seaside Cornish retreat, and it has also been thoroughly updated for modern living.
In thinking about where we stand globally, many in the UK might consider us at the forefront in various fields. A century ago, it was perhaps our navy; nowadays, it might be our accomplishments in biomedical sciences, banking, financial services, or even whisky production.
Having a keen sense of global conversations, it’s a bit disappointing to find that the UK is often recognized more for its unusual place names than for its more serious achievements – many names are too peculiar to even mention here. Still, one of the names that has always intrigued me and is safe to share is ‘the Lizard,’ a village at the tip of Cornwall’s Lizard peninsula. You might wonder, does the name come from a surplus of reptiles? Not quite – the name is likely derived from the Cornish ‘Lys Ardh,’ meaning high court.
That leads us to Clahar Cottage on the Lizard peninsula. Overflowing with charm and character, this property is currently on the market for offers over £600,000 with real estate agents Lillicrap Chilcott. This former homestead and stable once housed a donkey that carried pilchard from Mullion Cove to a nearby village.
The cottage is now free from donkeys and pilchard, transformed into a Grade II-listed home featuring three cozy bedrooms, three bathrooms, and two welcoming reception rooms, while still embodying much of its original charm. Exposed beams, thatch roofing, mullioned windows, and brick and stone work give it an authentic period feel, and it’s been updated with modern comforts to create the perfect mix of traditional and contemporary living.
The location is stellar, boasting a large garden, proximity to Mullion village, and easy walking access to several beaches such as Poldhu and Polurrian Cove. Plus, there’s driveway space to park two cars.
