Location. Located in Penryn (South Cornish Coast) The Thirsty Scholar is close to Swanpool Beach National Maritime Museum and Gyllyngvase Beach. Also nearby are Pendinnis Castle and Maenporth Beach. Property Features. This Penryn bed & breakfast offers a restaurant and a bar/lounge. Wireless Internet access is available in public areas (surcharges apply). Additional amenities include a terrace tour/ticket assistance and a garden. Guestrooms. Accommodations at The Thirsty Scholar feature coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Guests can use the in-room complimentary wireless high-speed Internet access. Televisions are equipped with digital channels.
In addition to the facilities mentioned below, the following are free services
Free breakfast is included in the booking fee Free parking is available
Free Wifi or Broadband is available
This property is at an elevation of approximately 127 feet / 38.6 metres above sea level
Beaches near this Inn , distance in miles.
Trefusis Beach
Near Falmouth - a sandy and rocky composition 1.7m away.A very small beach and quay at Flushing point mostly frequented by boaters with some coarse sand appearing when the tide is out though at high tide very little. It is a small but popular beach in a sheltered location from rough seas
Swanpool Beach
Near Falmouth - a sandy composition 2.4m away.A sandy beach in the whole (some rocks either side but not many) Good for families with equally good facilities , including a car park, toilets and cafe. There is also kayak Hire for the adventurous. Behind the beach is a freshwater lake and nature reserve.
Gyllyngvase Beach
Near Falmouth - a sandy composition 2.5m away.A good family Blue flag beach mostly made up of golden sand, with some shingle. Good facilities, close to Falmouth town centre and a car park close by
Maenporth Beach
Near Falmouth - a sandy composition 3.1m away.An almost straight beach, gently sloping east facing and set within a share shaped cove. Good for families as the water is not too deep though can get busy for the reason, it is a nice beach
Loe Beach
Near Falmouth - a shingle composition 3.5m away.Located close to the village of Feock, Loe Beach looks out to Carrick Roads, estuary of the River Fal with views of moored sail boats and son the estuary to the mouth of the river. A shingle beach popular with watersports, fishing and bathing due to its safe sheltered location.
Facilities at the accommodation Tea / Coffee making facilities Restaurant / Meal Options Breakfast available Special Diet Options Bar Car Parking onsite / close by TV in Room Digital TV Channels Open All Year Wedding Venue / Facilities Free Wifi Internet Meeting Rooms Garden 24-Hour Front Desk
Facilities Nearby Beach or Coast Nearby
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International Airports
Newquay Airport Mawgan in Pydar Cornwall TR8 4RQ 19.2 miles
Exeter Airport Clyst Honiton Devon EX5 2BD 84.0 miles
This large museum is an independent and charity run attraction on the harbour-side just where a museum dedicated to Cornwalls heritage of the sea should be with exhibition,a boat building workshop cafe and great for children.
A castle in a stunning position, on Castle point, close to the cliff edge near St Mawes. The 16th century fortress was of course placed there for it strategic position looking out to sea. There is also a summer outdoor theatre within the castle grounds
The gardens span an area of 4-acres with subtropical garden located in St. Mawes, south Cornwall. The garden features a wide variety of plants and flowers, as well as stunning views of the Roseland Peninsula and the Carrick Roads estuary.
BF Adventure is a Charity and outdoor activity centre open to the public
2.6m / 4.2km - - 39min
Bissoe Valley Nature Reserve - TR4 8RA Stay near here. SW 77099 41306 = carpentry.glaze.debate
A nature reserve with good paths, suitable for wheelchair and pushchairs, a former mine site, reclaimed to include ponds, woodland and heathland with an abundance of wildlife and flora
Lovely gardens with up to 4 miles of walks should you choose with walks that include a full length of the gardens down to a private beach on the Helford River. There is a pant nursery and cafe on site.
Located on Pendennis Point approximately 15 minutes walk from central Falmouth. A Tudor Fort that was still active in the two World Wars, with panoramic views from the castle keep
3.1m / 5km - - 46min
National Trust - Trelissick Garden - TR3 6QL Stay near here. SW 83866 39633 = apes.perfumed.packing
Located on the Fal estuary in Cornwall with stunning views over the estuary from an elevated position, see the flower gardens and take riverside walks.
The Trefusis Beach is 1.7 miles from this Inn. We also list other beaches within 5 miles with descriptions
Is this Inn located in a recognised scenic area?
Yes this Inn lies within or on the border of the Cornwall AONB (Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty)
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