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Jess W.
16 Sept 2025
Jess W.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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The Straw Store
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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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2.02.0 out of 10
Entire home
1 bedroomSleeps 2
Popular amenities
- Parking available
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About this property
Entire place
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.
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 transport
- Parking on site
Bedrooms
- Bedroom
Bathroom
- Outdoor shower
- Shower
Pets
- No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
- Smoke-free property
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
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
About the area
Torpoint is home to this holiday 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 the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like cycling. Visit our Torpoint travel guide
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What's nearby
Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty1 min walk - 0.0 km
Mount Edgcumbe House and Country Park1 min drive - 0.4 km
Mount Edgcumbe Country Park1 min drive - 0.4 km
Cawsand Beach4 min drive - 1.8 km- Kingsand Bay Beach3 min drive - 1.4 km
Getting around
- Germans Station29 min drive
Restaurants
- The Canteen at Maker Heights3 min walk
- Edgcumbe Arms4 min drive
- Fort Inn6 min drive
- Cliff Top Cafe6 min drive
- Le Bistrot Pierre27 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is The Straw Store pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at The Straw Store?
On-site 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?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is The Straw Store located?
Situated in Torpoint, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Mount Edgcumbe Country Park, Mount Edgcumbe House and Country Park and Kingsand Bay Beach. Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and Cawsand Beach are also within 1 mile (2 km).
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