Built in 1904 as the home of artists Stanhope and Elizabeth Forbes, Higher Faugan is set in private grounds with a large lawn for guest use. It is close to stunning local beaches.
After refurbishment, 4 suites were added to the old artists' studio. Each suite has a mini kitchen, sofa, LCD TV, a king-size bed and can sleep up to 4 people when the sofa bed is used. En suite bathrooms have a bath and shower. Standard and superior en suite rooms are also available. All are serviced daily.
Kitchens comprise a fridge, microwave, toaster and tea/coffee making facilities. Continental breakfast items are provided or guests can bring their own items. There is no restaurant and no public rooms.
Providing accommodation only, the peaceful and secluded Higher Faugan Parc is approached by a 500-metre long driveway, and has free parking and a private helipad. If travelling by car, Lands End, Geevor Tin Mine, the Eden Project and St Michael's Mount are good visitor attractions. Due to location a car is recommended, but not essential.
Lamorna and Porthcurno beaches are close by, as is Mounts Bay for wind and water sports.
Forbes was a member of the influential Newlyn School of painters. Today, artists may enjoy visiting the Newlyn Gallery, Penlee Gallery and Museum, and the Tate Gallery St Ives.
Surrounding Area
The hotel is 20 minutes from Lands End Airport, which is due to become the new link to the Scilly Isles. Rail links and a heliport are nearby.
The Eden Project and the Lost Gardens of Heligan are within easy reach. St Michaels Mount and the villages of Mousehole, Lamorna and Porthcurnow (home of the Minack Theatre) are minutes away by car.
Transport
Please do not use the Googlemaps facility above - the driveway leading to Higher Faugan Parc is not shown and so directions will be incorrect. Satellite navigation systems will mislead.
The entrance is off Chywoone Hill. If approaching from the north, it is 50 yards (45 metres) on the right after passing Gurnick Road (also on the right).
Higher Faugan is signposted at Newlyn.
Latitude = 50.0985, Longitude = -5.5603
Lat = 50 degrees, 5.9 minutes North
Long = 5 degrees, 33.6 minutes West
Restaurants
The continental breakfast features a large selection and is provided in your suite/room. This gives you the freedom to take breakfast at a time that suits you. There is no restaurant.
Important
Journey by car is recommended, please note that satellite navigation systems give incorrect directions when close to the property, as such please follow the instructions below.
Please note that many maps and satellite navigation systems do not show the driveway leading to Higher Faugan Parc. The entrance is off Chywoone Hill. If approaching from the north, it is 50 yards (45 metres) on the right after passing Gurnick Road (also on the right).
Rooms that are left in unacceptable conditions will incur a cleaning charge equal to one night's accommodation for that particular room or suite.
