Idlewild, 2 Wheal Turnavore

4.8★

6 Guests
3 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
Pets Yes
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Features

Electric car charging
Off road parking
Ground floor accommodation
Ground floor bedroom
Open fire
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Highchair available
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Seaside
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

Accuracy of the listing

Cleanliness

Comfort

Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

49 Customer Review(s)

Rod
October 2024

“The house was a great place to stay.”

We were a family of 5 - 4 adults and 1 child and the house had everything you might need and more (including a microwave!). It was very comfortable and clean. It was also a lovely location just a short walk away from the centre of St Agnes and the coastal path.

We were a family of 5 - 4 adults and 1 child and the house had everything you might need and more (including a microwave!). It was very comfortable and clean. It was also a lovely location just a short walk away from the centre of St Agnes and the coastal path.

- Rod, October 2024
Andy October 2024

“Great house in an excellent position near St Agnes with a lovely selection of shops and pubs”

- Andy, October 2024

Thank you Andy, lovely to meet you both last week. Property Owner
James September 2024

“So the property itself is gorgeous, really great location, great facilities and just looks gorgeous.”

Even with the issue we had, if it was resolved then the score would have been very high. However we checked in on Saturday, on Sunday we tried to use the main bathroom to bathe our baby daughter, but the water wouldn’t drain out. Taking out the plug revealed months, probably years of filth. We had to try and take some out, handfuls of hair, dirt and grime just so the water would start draining, all be it very slow. No phone number for the owner just an email, which was sent with pictures, I also contacted Sykes who said someone would be out on the Monday to resolve it. Monday came still no reply from the owner and no one came to fix it Multiple more messages and emails all with no response Tuesday came - called Sykes - someone would come and sort it today - no one came More messages and emails - no response Thursday called and raised a complaint - still waiting - we cut our holiday short and left. The second bathroom was completely unusable in this time so we had 5 people all using the en-suite in the main bedroom for showers, and we had to resort to bathing our daughter in the sink!!! The lack of cleanliness was horrendous that it had got to that point, but the lack of care or even acknowledgment was the real issue. Also no microwave which made sterilising bottles more time consuming, but not the end of the world.

- James, September 2024

Thank you for taking the time to leave your feedback. We would like to apologise for the breakdown in communication during your stay, and to let you know that measures have been taken to correct this. The owner did not receive any direct messages, but the issues were resolved. We would also like to point out that there is a microwave in the property and to apologise once again for the issues you encountered, we hope the goodwill gesture provided will go a little way to making amends. Property Owner
Susan September 2024

“This is a lovely property with everything we needed as there was only 3 of us staying, however if the house was filled to capacity more plates and cutlery would be needed.”

Care needs to be taken when walking to and from the property as the road is uneven.

- Susan, September 2024
Lynne September 2024

“Fantastic property with all the home comforts for a perfect holiday and more.”

Idlewild 2 is furnished to a high standard with a touch of luxury. it is in a great area and location and we were all sad to leave it was like home from home and we would thoroughly reccommend this property to anybody. the restaurant called the Tap House close by in the village was excellent , as well as the amazing bakery ! Cant wait to return. Only thing missing was a microwave .

- Lynne, September 2024
Haylea August 2024

“We had a wonderful week staying here and we intend to stay again!”

:-)

- Haylea, August 2024
Hayley June 2024

“A really lovely house.”

There were 2 of us in the property which worked well. The space downstairs is amazing but upstairs it might have been tight with 6. Maybe 6 people don’t often stay as there is just enough cutlery and crockery for 6. Lots of parking and a lovely garden, always a table in the sun somewhere.

- Hayley, June 2024
Andrew May 2024

“The house was fantastic in terms of facilities; a guitar wow!”

(thank you), games, full ability to wash and iron clothes, baby gates etc I could go on it was all provided. Very well situated we walked the coastal paths 8 mins walk from the house, beautiful St, Agnes village, the cove was not far and the house well situated for us to explore all of Cornwall. The only thing we noted was that 2 lights were not working on the front balcony but other than that everything else was in good order. Thank you Sykes and to the owners our stay is embellished into our memories and we'd love to come back and stay again.

- Andrew, May 2024
Elaine April 2024

“Idlewild is a superb place to stay.”

We enjoyed a wonderful holiday in and around Idlewild. We appreciated the lovely welcome pack. Helpful Host available. Idlewild was Impeccably clean.

- Elaine, April 2024
Jacqui December 2023

“Delightful property that is beautifully equipped and extremely comfortable.”

Excellent base for exploring this part of Cornwall. Really hope to return one day!

- Jacqui, December 2023
James October 2023

“Our third stay here at Idlewild and we love it!”

This well equipped super luxurious house is perfect to relax in or as a base for coastal walks. St Agnes village has maintained a special Cornish feel and is a short walk away from the house.

- James, October 2023
Jeffrey September 2023

“What a lovely place to stay.”

Short walk to cove or into village. Lots of coastal walks. Church porth and perranporth were great. Bus back from perranporth east to find. Property had blackout blinds and we slept really well. Upstairs great views. Property really relaxing and comfortable for 6 adults. We ate at Railway Inn, St Agnes Hotel, Taphouse, Driftwood Spars. Good food and good beer. Bakery really good and fresh. Fish and chips on Friday

- Jeffrey, September 2023
Peter September 2023

“No clothes drier available so more towels required”

- Peter, September 2023
Michelle September 2023

“Lovely modern property, in a great location.”

Everything was there that you needed to enjoy your stay and the property was spotless. Plenty of parking space too

- Michelle, September 2023
Emma August 2023

“The house is very lovely and has all the essentials of a decent holiday home however we were disappointed that the listing wasn’t disclosed to be as part of an estate and that the balconies overlook other houses and families also on holiday.”

Out the back is a large car park and sports ground where cars are screeching around until late and early morning, tip trucks turning around (outside the window). We didn’t have a relaxing holiday at all as there were constant early morning activities in the sports ground, and on our only sunny day, when we wanted to have a leisurely breakfast on the decking the owner had sent his gardener to mow the lawns- with no notice other than waking us up! I’m unsure why this couldnt have been done the following day in between changeovers, or why we weren’t advised that we would be woken early to someone in our garden. Note that during this time the dogs also couldnt go out into the garden for their morning toilet. Additionally the property states it is dog friendly, and even though plastic beds and bowls are provided, the safety of the dogs is not considered as the garden isn’t enclosed. It wouldn’t take much to secure it so dogs didn’t wander off into other house’s gardens, or into the road. A lovely house but sadly our experience was not a relaxing and enjoyable one as guests peace isn’t respected and some important details were withheld before booking or arriving.

- Emma, August 2023
Michelle August 2023

“Beautiful home very comfortable stay , lovely walks to beach great pubs and local food .”

Very peaceful setting . Only downside we couldn’t enter property at check in time as cleaner hadn’t finished .

- Michelle, August 2023
Di July 2023

“We stayed at the same house last year, it’s comfortable and well equipped with everything you would need.”

We love the area and there’s a lot to do and it’s very dog friendly.

- Di, July 2023
Andy February 2023

“An amazing house in a great location near St Agnes village and beach”

- Andy, February 2023
Steve February 2023

“Excellent property, we loved the hi tech and hi spec features such as the heating, sonos sound system, blinds, good WiFi etc etc.”

If ever the owner wanted to sell we may be interested !

- Steve, February 2023
Paul January 2023

“We think that having a small enclosed area at the rear of the property ( which could easily be done) to allow dogs out of the property safely.”

- Paul, January 2023
Anthony December 2022

“Simply just amazing, the house is beautiful everything was perfect, clean and tidy and the bed, best nights sleep I’ve had in years.”

Great location, my first visit to Holywell bay which is close by to st Agnes, The only trouble we had was with the Wi-Fi couldn’t connect but that wasn’t a problem for us but might of been a problem for someone else.

- Anthony, December 2022
Rachel October 2022

“This has to be the best property that we have ever stayed in.”

All the fixtures were high end , extremely well equipped and very comfortable. The location is fabulous 8 min walk into St Agnes add another 10 mins to get to the beach. We spent a lot of time in Perranporth that was only 4 miles away. The cottage was so quiet and peaceful just what we needed, it was also excellent for our dogs to. The only thing I would add would be to add a gate at the sides of the property to keep the dogs enclosed. All in alll it was a fantastic cottage and we will definitely stay there again.

- Rachel, October 2022
Rosemary September 2022

“A very comfortable property - well equipped and very clean.”

St Agnes is a lovely place to visit and Idlewild is a great place to stay.

- Rosemary, September 2022
Sue September 2022

“A truly wonderful holiday home, and like many other reviews have said, it is much much nicer than the pictures show.”

Light bright, airy, well equipped, comfortable, clean and warm. Great location in between the village and the coastal path.

- Sue, September 2022
Joanna September 2022

“Perfect property.”

Couldn't fault it at all. High standard of cleanliness, fixtures and fittings, furnishings, and all the little extras like dog beds, coffee pod machine, welcome pack, etc. It has really set the bar very high for any other property we stay in! We are a family of 5 adults, and one pointer dog, and we all had a great time. Great location for beaches, SW coastal path. We had long walks to Perranporth, and Chapel Porth beaches. We drove to St Erth and took the train into St Ives one day. Great places to eat in St Agnes - we tended to do takeaways - would recommend the fish and chip shop, the Cornish Pizza company, and pasties from the bakery. Fabulous property and location.

- Joanna, September 2022
Anthony September 2022

“We had a lovely stay at Idlewild in a very well equipped, modern and stylish house in a wonderful location.”

Idlewild was within walking distance of St Agnes village, Trevaunance Cove and the South West Coast path which is worth exploring for stunning views of St Agnes Head, Chapel Porth, Porthtowan among others.

- Anthony, September 2022
James August 2022

“Perfect. The only thing that was missing were bbq utensils and we found the tv remotes very difficult to use.”

Batteries maybe?

- James, August 2022
Angela August 2022

“Beautiful property in a lovely quiet location.”

The property has everything a family could need to create the perfect getaway.

- Angela, August 2022
Melanie August 2022

“We absolutely loved our stay in this beautiful house and St Agnes.”

It has everything you need and more. The location of this property was perfect for us as we were able to walk everywhere and had very little need to use the car.

- Melanie, August 2022
Tracy August 2022

“Great house , very modern .”

The decor was amazing. Everything you could possibly need was available . Unfortunately with the hot weather siting upstairs was uncomfortable during the day, more fans would have been good . I hadn’t realised the house was on a housing estate , with a football ground at the back , which had games playing and summer camp . Had I realised I don’t think I would have booked. However , the house was amazing , extremely clean , despite allowing dogs , you would never have known. I think the cleaner needs a raise lol St Agnes was amazing , very friendly village, bakery is amazing .

- Tracy, August 2022
Diana July 2022

“Excellent stay.”

Little Dee (the cleaner) left the house spotlessly clean for us, it was lovely. Thank you.

- Diana, July 2022
Di July 2022

“The photos online do not do the property justice, we were amazed how spacious the ground floor was.”

The property was beautifully clean and was well equipped with all mod cons. We had an issue that dishwasher was out of service upon arrival but this was quickly rectified. One tip is that are more things in the locked shed, such as a washing line, BBQ, body boards etc. The property is in walking distance of St Agnes village shops and the beach (rather steep hill) and we really enjoyed spending time locally, the location is perfect for beach days, coastal walks and also as a base for travelling around Cornwall. The children have asked to go back again next year so that’s a definite seal of approval.

- Di, July 2022

Thank you for your wonderful feedback, and we very much look forward to seeing you again next year Property Owner
Graham June 2022

“Property was great.”

Would have liked a shaving point but there may have been one at side of bathroom mirror that we missed. No complaints. All four adults felt it was best equipped holiday villa we have stayed in. Nothing was an issue in our week there.

- Graham, June 2022

Really glad you enjoyed your visit Graham, thank you for your kind comments. The shaveing plug point is in the bathroom cabinet, for your next visit! Property Owner
Michelle June 2022

“Beautiful property, really well equipped.”

Photos didn’t do it justice actually. Lovely outside space too. Could do with an outside washing line. Perfectly located for the centre of st Agnes .

- Michelle, June 2022

Thank you for your comments Michelle, and really glad you enjoyed your stay. There is a rotary washing line in the shed, with the fixing behind the shed, I think this is listed in the folder in the house. Hope to see you again at Idlewild Property Owner
Paul May 2022

“Lovely house, great position.”

Especially liked green heating. Nothing to fault it really. Only gripe was miserliness with regard to dushwasher. A group of six willuse more than 4 tablets, don't ubderstand rationing especially at these prices

- Paul, May 2022

Thank you for leaving feedback. As a self-catering property, we are not at liberty to provide dishwasher tablets and various other household items. - The Owner Relations Team Property Owner
Linda April 2022

“Idlewild is a truly impressive property, in a small cul-de-sac ideally positioned between the coast path and the village.”

It's also well equipped, beautifully furnished and extremely clean

- Linda, April 2022
Anneka March 2022

“Beautiful property lovely and spacious and very nice all through the only thing ...”

Beautiful property lovely and spacious and very nice all through the only thing I would of liked was a gate outside on the garden as the dogs had to have leads on but other than that it was a perfect and the weather made it all the better

- Anneka, March 2022
Anne March 2022

“Brilliant house which we couldn’t fault.”

Amazing location. We would point out the following for the house owner: 1: A colander would be useful. 2: The outdoor cushions which are kept in the outdoor black container is unfortunately not water resistant/leak proof and so have got wet and will(if not already) become mouldy. We tried to dry them out in the sun but didn’t want to put them in the lower floor under stairs cupboard without permission.

- Anne, March 2022
Andy And Sue January 2022

“More toilet rolls would be helpful.”

Only 2 in property for the week.

- Andy And Sue, January 2022

Hi Sue Thank you for your feedback, I have spoken to the housekeeper re the toilet rolls. It is a self catering property, therefore they just leave a starter pack. We do hope to see you again. Regards yvonne@idlewild Property Owner
Keith December 2021

“Great place, close to the village centre, clean, cool and perfect for families or adult groups!”

Perfect stat

- Keith, December 2021

Thank you Keith, so glad you enjoyed your stay at Idlewild. We look forward to welcoming you again. Regards Yvonne @ Idlewild Property Owner
Daniel November 2021

“We had a fantastic stay, the location was absolutely ideal for what we wanted.”

St Agnes is beautiful and the dogs had the time of their lives! Had a smashing Sunday roast from the pub near the beach and some great food all week. Really enjoyed our stay!

- Daniel, November 2021
Colette September 2021

“Excellent house.”

- Colette, September 2021
Lisa August 2021

“Amazing house.”

Can’t fault a thing. Simon (landlord) even hand-delivered bottled water when half of Cornwall had a water mains crisis. Will absolutely recommend to friends, and will definitely be returning!

- Lisa, August 2021
Ian May 2021

“We took a lot of items with us that we didn't need to as they were provided, dog beds (1 large, 1 Medium), Dog bowls, a Hairdryer with a diffuser, etc.”

It would've saved us a bit of space had they been listed. We were a little disappointed that the lounge deck had the table and chairs rather than the comfy seating as in the photo, but then the weather wasn't great so it didn't matter too much. An outdoor heater on the deck would've been nice. There is no denying that the property is stunning and St Agnes is lovely, lots of places to eat & drink all within walking distance, although it is a steep trek back from the beach. All of the staff were very friendly and accomodating of our dogs. The coast path was only a few hundred yards away along a quiet road, our dogs loved it. 2 fantastic beaches quite close, my favourite being Gwithian near Hayle and Perranporth in the other direction.

- Ian, May 2021
Alex May 2021

“The cottage is wonderful and in a great location, we had a brilliant week.”

We were so impressed with the cleanliness when we arrived - it felt like we were moving into a brand new home. The upstairs living area is a great space to hangout and having 3 balconies/patio spaces meant we could get some sun no matter what time of day it was. It’s the nicest cottage we’ve ever stayed at, we will be back!

- Alex, May 2021
Tracey April 2021

“Idle wild was a luxury home from home.”

We wanted for nothing.

- Tracey, April 2021
Jamie April 2021

“The house is amazing, stylish, clean well located.”

The town is great , located to see all areas of Cornwall. The only criticism was that we booked the break during lockdown thinking that it had a games room, with pictures showing the content of the games room. However whilst travelling to the destination an email was received saying that due to the pandemic a lot of soft furnishings would be missing Turning up the games room had nothing in so my daughter who we had taken very little to entertain her with was very disappointed. Pictures and information could have been updated prior to booking

- Jamie, April 2021
Rob October 2020

“Beautiful house .”

All mod cons. Great for walking the coast path. Good pub and bakery and pizza

- Rob, October 2020
Jonathan July 2020

“The house is gorgeous - modern clean and with every facility you could want.”

We loved the upside down living which allows you to sit upstairs on the roof outside the kitchen. The photos don’t show it but there is also a more private outdoor seating area to the rear with a bbq. We loved St Agnes which is smaller enough to be a village and not attract hordes of tourists but large enough to have 2 bakeries, a pizzeria, lovely restaurant Taste, a number of coffee shops and pubs both in the upper and lower parts of the village as well as a pub and bar at the Cove which reveals a beach when the tide is out. We would recommend the Driftwood Spars down at the beach for a pub pub (steep walking back), Tap House for ambience, Railway for sport watching and The St Agnes Hotel for being good overall

- Jonathan, July 2020

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Summary

Reverse-level accommodation
Three bedrooms: 1 x ground-floor super-king-size with en-suite shower, basin and WC, 1 x ground-floor king-size double and 1 x ground-floor twin
Ground-floor bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC
First-floor open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with woodburning stove
Utility
Games room
EV charging available
Underfloor heating and woodburning stove
Electric oven and induction hob, combination microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, Smart TV and WiFi
Underfloor heating and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Three hairdryers provided
Travel cot, highchair and stairgate available
Ample off-road parking
Garden with patio and lawned area with furniture and barbecue
Two well-behaved pets welcome
First dog Free of charge, second £25 per week
Two dog beds (without cushions) and 2 dog bowls provided
Dogs welcome at property however please note that not all boundaries are fenced and therefore the garden is not enclosed
Sorry, no smoking
Village shop 5 - 10 min level walk, pub 0.6 miles.

The property

Boasting architectural beauty and a prime location from which to enjoy the Cornish coast, 2 Wheal Turnavore makes a marvellous holiday abode for you and your loved ones.

With a stunning reverse-level layout, this property is sure to delight, whether you're visiting with friends or family. Outside is parking for 4 cars, EV charging, a garden and patio to the rear. On the ground floor are 3 bright and airy bedrooms, each with its own stylish decor.

The master bedroom has a super-king bed and en-suite shower room.

Bedroom 2 has a king-size bed and bedroom 3 has 2 single beds. Also on the ground floor is a TV / games room with an array of books and games, that offers a peaceful retreat.

It has a sofabed which would accommodate a further 2 guests if required. The first floor is home to the impressive open-plan living space, with a kitchen holding all the appliances required for a self-catered stay housed around sleek units and an island with breakfast bar.

A door takes you to the roof terrace that faces south and west to maximise sun-time. Spend your evenings together in the sitting area or the snug, where you can recline into one of the plush sofas with the television providing hours of entertainment when you're not exploring the delights of the local area. Make the most of your mornings by stepping out into the garden and enjoying a rejuvenating cup of coffee before heading out in St Agnes to find a plethora of shops and eateries, alongside a museum, art gallery and plenty of natural beauty to uncover. The house is within a short walk of the shops and pubs in the village centre, that include a bakery, butcher, florist and two convenience stores as well as art and jewellery workshops.

The beach is also walking distance (although uphill home!) In reach of beaches, countryside delights and plenty of activity, 2 Wheal Turnavore is the perfect base for your retreat to Cornwall.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £150.

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About the location

ST AGNES

Perranporth 5 miles; Truro 9.5 miles.

St Agnes is a thriving picturesque village on the Cornish coast, with four beaches on the doorstep and surrounded by wonderful countryside. Swim or surf in the clear waters, walk the footpaths and bridleways or hop onto the South West Coast Path. Coasteering, kayaking and horse riding are all available locally, and St Agnes has a regular programme of events and gigs for all the family to enjoy. The local shops offer an interesting selection of produce, from tasty treats to one-off pieces of art as a unique souvenir of your Cornish holiday, and there is a superb range of dining choices with two Great Cornish Food Awards in 2015. St Agnes also has a rich mining heritage which can be explored with a visit to the St Agnes Museum. Head out of St Agnes and you will find plenty of Cornwall’s attractions within easy reach, from the beaches at Newquay to the Tate at St Ives or the cathedral at Truro and of course, the world-famous Eden Project. St Agnes is also in the heart of Poldark Country, the landscapes made famous by the novels and TV series’, the most recent of which was broadcast in Spring 2018. So explore this beautiful region or stay close to home in a friendly bustling village; either way you are assured of a memorable Cornish vacation.

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Reviews & Ratings

“The house was a great place to stay.”

“Great house in an excellent position near St Agnes with a lovely selection of shops and pubs”

“So the property itself is gorgeous, really great location, great facilities and just looks gorgeous.”

“This is a lovely property with everything we needed as there was only 3 of us staying, however if the house was filled to capacity more plates and cutlery would be needed.”

“Fantastic property with all the home comforts for a perfect holiday and more.”

“We had a wonderful week staying here and we intend to stay again!”

“A really lovely house.”

“The house was fantastic in terms of facilities; a guitar wow!”

“Idlewild is a superb place to stay.”

“Delightful property that is beautifully equipped and extremely comfortable.”

“Our third stay here at Idlewild and we love it!”

“What a lovely place to stay.”

“No clothes drier available so more towels required”

“Lovely modern property, in a great location.”

“The house is very lovely and has all the essentials of a decent holiday home however we were disappointed that the listing wasn’t disclosed to be as part of an estate and that the balconies overlook other houses and families also on holiday.”

“Beautiful home very comfortable stay , lovely walks to beach great pubs and local food .”

“We stayed at the same house last year, it’s comfortable and well equipped with everything you would need.”

“An amazing house in a great location near St Agnes village and beach”

“Excellent property, we loved the hi tech and hi spec features such as the heating, sonos sound system, blinds, good WiFi etc etc.”

“We think that having a small enclosed area at the rear of the property ( which could easily be done) to allow dogs out of the property safely.”

“Simply just amazing, the house is beautiful everything was perfect, clean and tidy and the bed, best nights sleep I’ve had in years.”

“This has to be the best property that we have ever stayed in.”

“A very comfortable property - well equipped and very clean.”

“A truly wonderful holiday home, and like many other reviews have said, it is much much nicer than the pictures show.”

“Perfect property.”

“We had a lovely stay at Idlewild in a very well equipped, modern and stylish house in a wonderful location.”

“Perfect. The only thing that was missing were bbq utensils and we found the tv remotes very difficult to use.”

“Beautiful property in a lovely quiet location.”

“We absolutely loved our stay in this beautiful house and St Agnes.”

“Great house , very modern .”

“Excellent stay.”

“The photos online do not do the property justice, we were amazed how spacious the ground floor was.”

“Property was great.”

“Beautiful property, really well equipped.”

“Lovely house, great position.”

“Idlewild is a truly impressive property, in a small cul-de-sac ideally positioned between the coast path and the village.”

“Beautiful property lovely and spacious and very nice all through the only thing ...”

“Brilliant house which we couldn’t fault.”

“More toilet rolls would be helpful.”

“Great place, close to the village centre, clean, cool and perfect for families or adult groups!”

“We had a fantastic stay, the location was absolutely ideal for what we wanted.”

“Excellent house.”

“Amazing house.”

“We took a lot of items with us that we didn't need to as they were provided, dog beds (1 large, 1 Medium), Dog bowls, a Hairdryer with a diffuser, etc.”

“The cottage is wonderful and in a great location, we had a brilliant week.”

“Idle wild was a luxury home from home.”

“The house is amazing, stylish, clean well located.”

“Beautiful house .”

“The house is gorgeous - modern clean and with every facility you could want.”

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The property

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About the location

ST AGNES