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St. Michael's MountWhat can you say about St. Michael's Mount that
would do justice to this romantic island location? There was a Benedictine Priory
here, built in the 12th century as a daughter house of Mont St. Michel in Normandy.
St. Michael's Mount is an odd mix of house, religious retreat, and fortified castle.
It was a pilgrimage centre in the Middle Ages, converted first to a fortress,
then to a house after the Civil War by the St. Aubin family.  Within
the castle are comfortable family rooms, with paintings by Gainsborough, among
others. The former refectory of the priory is now the Cherry Chase Room, with
a 17th century frieze depicting hunting scenes painted on the walls. Other features
of the house include a weapons collection, Chippendale furniture, and 18th century
clothes worn by the St. Aubin family.
On the slopes of the island below
the castle is a terraced garden featuring subtropical plants. The island
can be visited by boat, or at low tide via a long causeway from the mainland,
followed by a steep climb to the house itself. For a selection of images
of a recent visit to Mounts Bay, see our
St Michael's Mount Photo Gallery >> Details
St Michael's Mount
Marazion
Penzance
Cornwall
England
TR17 0EF
Location: approach via the causeway at low tide, or by ferry
Website: St Michael's Mount
Email: mail@stmichaelsmount.co.uk
Phone: 01736 710 507
Fax: 01736 719 930
map
OS SW515 300
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Accommodation
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Wagtail Barn
Marhamchurch
Self catering cottage
Wagtail offers 1 double and 1 twin bedroom. Downstairs shower room, sitting room and large kitchen diner.
Short breaks by arrangement. Small charge for pets. more >>
Sleeps 4
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Cider Barn
Week St Mary
Self catering cottage
new 2008, has a Master bedroom with kingsize bed and ensuite shower room. One twin bedded room and one bedroom with full size bunk beds.Additional … more >>
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The Greenbank Hotel
At the Greenbank Hotel Falmouth, things are done differently. The setting is truly enviable, the hotel staff superbly trained and as anybody who has ever lived beside the sea will know, just caught seafood is truly sublime! In a county renowned for its feel good vibe and fresh produce, a … more >>
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Royal Duchy Hotel
Set in its own gardens overlooking Falmouth Bay and less than 400 yards from sandy Gyllyngvase Beach, the four star Royal Duchy is also just a short walk from the town centre. As well as enjoying an ideal location, the Royal Duchy has a heated indoor swimming pool. The restaurant … more >>
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