Introduction 

We aim to cater for the needs of all visitors and welcome you into our home which is a spacious four bedroom bed and breakfast accommodation. The following statement is a summary of our provision.  If you have any specific questions please feel free to call us and we will hopefully be able to help you.  

 Pre-Arrival 

  • There is a bus stop across the road from Damara House operated by Western Greyhound.
  • The main train station is Bodmin Parkway which is approx 15 miles from Padstow.
  • The nearest Airport is Newquay is approx 10 miles from Padstow. 
  • There is a local taxi service that has accessible taxis if required.
  • We have a very informative website www.damarahouse.co.uk.
  • You can contact us via land phone or email (details below).

 Arrival & Car Parking Facilities

  • As you come into Grenville Road turn immediately left. Damara House is at the end of the quiet cul de sac on the right.
  • On arrival you will see a sign for Damara House at the entrance to our resident's car park
  •  There are 4 spaces marked with stones. Each space is 2.5m wide and 9m long.
  • There is one space per room. Any party bringing more than one car per room is requested to park the cars one behind the other.
  • The surface is gravel sloping down to a 84 cm gate.
  •  The gate leads to a patio which has a 6 cm lip to it. Patio is 510 cm long.
  • The patio leads to the front door.
  •  We are unable to assist with your luggage.  If you require assistance please request in advance so that help can be found.
  •  The harbour, shops and restaurants are approx between 8-10 minute walk. This is uphill coming back.

 Main Entrance & Reception

  • On your arrival there should be someone here to welcome you. If not, your keys will be left in a prominent place.  
  • You will be provided with a front door key and bedroom door key and access is available at all times.
  • The outer porch door is 86 cm wide. There is a 12 cm step up into the door.
  •  The front door is 80 cm wide. There is a 10 cm step before the door and there is a 6 cm step over the threshold. 
  • On entry into our home there is an L shaped hallway which is 215 &115 cm wide and 510 cm in length to the stairs.
  • The hallway is wood laminate and the stairs are carpeted with corded carpet.

  Public Areas - General (Internal)

  •  A 74 cm door leads into the dining room which has a wood laminate floor. 
  •  All the outside lights are motion sensitive and come on automatically. 
  • The dining room is on the ground floor next to the front door 
  • Both bedrooms are on the first floor with 15 stairs leading to them. There is a mezzanine floor after 12 steps.
  • The stairs are 25 cm deep, 86 cm wide with a hand rail on one side.

 Public Areas - WC

  • Bedrooms are ensuite but no public WC available. 

  Dining Room 

  • Breakfast is served in the dining room on the ground floor. There are no steps.  
  •  All 4 tables are circular 100cm in diameter with height of  the 74cm (the tables have a central pillar with 4 feet splaying off).  
  • The chairs do not have arms. 

Laundry 

  • Laundry is available for a small fee. Please see tariff for details. 
  • We do not do ironing but ironing boards and irons are available in all rooms. 

  Shop 

  • Tesco Store approx 1-2 minute walk from Damara House. 

  Leisure Facilities 

  • Wadebridge Sports Centre which is approx 7 miles from Padstow. 

  Outdoor Facilities 

  •  Tennis Courts available in Padstow, Golf, Sailing, Fishing, Water Skiing nearby. 

 Conference & Meeting Rooms, Banqueting, Clubs, Entertainment
Not available. 

 Bedrooms and Bathrooms 

There are 4 bedrooms all on the first floor (see details below). 

 Petroc Room 

  • Bath/shower combination ensuite bathroom. 
  • The main bedroom door opens inwards and is 76cm in width. 
  • There are 2 3ft beds side by side which are 36cm high with bedside cabinets. 
  • The room has a fridge and ironing board and iron. 
  • The carpet is short pile throughout.
  • The walls are painted white.
  • There are 2 cane armchairs.
  • Digital television with remote control and wireless internet access. 
  • The room has thermostatically controlled central heating.
  • Free standing floor fans are available upon request.
  •  Floor space is 290 cm x 190cm.
  • The bathroom door is 68 cm and opens outwards.
  • The bathroom is painted white.
  • The bath has a mixer tap.
  • The basin is rounded and is 79cm high.
  •  The toilet is 40cm high.
  • The shower room has a thermostatically controlled heated towel rail.

 Piran Room 

  • Shower ensuite bathroom. 
  •  The main bedroom door opens inwards and is 76cm in width. 
  • There are 2 3ft beds side by side which are 36cm high with a shelf behind them. 
  •  The room has a fridge and ironing board and iron. 
  • The carpet is short pile throughout.
  • The walls are painted white.
  •  There is one armchairs.
  • Digital television with remote control and wireless internet access. 
  • The room has thermostatically controlled central heating.
  • Free standing floor fans are available upon request.
  • Floor space is 290 cm x 190cm.
  • The bathroom door is 68 cm and opens outwards.
  • The bathroom is painted white.
  • The shower has a mixer tap.
  • The cubicle shower edge/step is 30cm.
  • The basin is rounded and is 79cm high.
  • The toilet is 40cm high.
  • The shower room has a thermostatically controlled heated towel rail.

Trelawney Room

  •  Shower ensuite bathroom. 
  • The main bedroom door opens inwards and is 76 cm in width. 
  • There are is a 3ft bed against the wall with a bedside cabinet beside.
  • The room has a fridge and ironing board and iron.
  • The carpet is short pile throughout.
  • The walls are painted white.
  • There is an upright chair.
  • Digital television with remote control and wireless internet access.
  • The room has thermostatically controlled central heating. 
  • Free standing floor fans are available upon request.
  • Floor space is 147 cm x 140 cm.
  • The bathroom door is 68 cm and opens inwards.
  •  The bathroom is painted white.
  • The shower has a mixer tap.
  • The cubicle shower edge/step is 30 cm.
  •  The basin is rounded and is 79cm high.
  • The toilet is 40cm high.
  •  The shower room has a thermostatically controlled heated towel rail.

 Prideaux Room

  • Shower ensuite bathroom.
  •  The main bedroom door opens inwards and is 76cm in width.
  •  There is a 4'6" double bed with beside tables either side of the bed.
  • The room has a fridge and ironing board and iron.
  •  The carpet is short pile throughout.
  • The walls are painted white.
  •  There is an upright chair
  •  Digital television with remote control and wireless internet access.
  • The room has thermostatically controlled central heating.
  • Free standing floor fans are available upon request.
  • Floor space is 130 cm x 90 cm.
  • The bathroom door is 68cm and opens inwards.
  • The bathroom is painted white.
  •  The shower has a mixer tap.
  • The cubicle shower edge/step is 30 cm.
  •  The basin is rounded and is 79cm high.
  • The toilet is 40cm high.
  •  The shower room has a thermostatically controlled heated towel rail.

 Lodenek Room

  • Shower ensuite bathroom.
  • The main bedroom door opens inwards and is 68 cm in width.
  • There is a 3ft bed against the wall with a large shelf beside.
  • The room has a fridge and an iron.
  • The carpet is short pile throughout.
  •  The walls are painted white.
  • A fold up chair is provided.
  • Widescreen LCD digital HD Television with remote control and wireless internet access.
  •  The room has thermostatically controlled central heating.
  • Free standing floor fans are available upon request.
  • Floor space is 220 cm x 62 cm.
  • The bathroom door is 68 cm and slides.
  •  The bathroom is painted white.
  •  The shower has an electric shower.
  • The cubicle shower edge/step is 30 cm.
  • The basin is rounded and is 79 cm high.
  •  The toilet is 40 cm high.
  • The shower room has a thermostatically controlled heated towel rail.

 Grounds and Gardens

  •  There is a south facing patio beside the front door and car park for guests use.
  •  There are 3 tables and 6 chairs on the patio for guests use at all times. Breakfast may be taken here.
  •  The rear garden is private and is not for guest's use.

 Fire precautions

  • We are a non smoking Bed and Breakfast. Guests are permitted to smoke on the patio and there is a receptacle there for used cigarette butts.
  •  We have a main fire alarm system with sensors and sounders in all rooms.
  • We have emergency lighting to light the landing, stirs and hall in case of a power cut.
  • All internal doors are ½ hour fire doors with intermessant strips and door closers.
  • The bedroom locks do not need a key to lock. They do not require a key to be unlocked from the inside.
  •  There is a foam fire extinguisher on each floor.
  •  There are clear instructions in case of a fire.

 Additional Information

  •  Mobile phone reception is intermittent but is better upstairs than down.
  •   We do not have any facilities for Children under 12.
  • We do not take pets except Guide Dogs.
  •  Open All Year.
  • Facilities are for current residents only.

Contact Information

Our Names: Sian (and Grace) Howells

Address: Damara House,1 Grenville Road, Padstow, Cornwall PL28 8EX

Telephone: 01841 532653

Email: info@sianhowells.com

Website: www.damarahouse.co.uk

 

Local Public Transport Numbers

Western National Bus Company: 01208 79898 - www.westerngreyhound.com.

National Express: 08705 808080 - www.nationalexpress.com.

Traveline: 0870 608 2608 - www.traveline.org.uk.

Rail information: 08457 484950 - www.nationalrail.co.uk.

Newquay Airport : 01637 860600 - www.newquay-airport.co.uk.

Local accessible taxi number: Padstow Cabs 01841 532384 - Mob: 07929136828.

 

We are always trying to improve the facilities we offer to our guest and we welcome your feedback. If you have any comments please phone or email.