Log Cabins to RentBlue seas, sandy beaches, great surf, wild moorland and fascinating industrial heritage: Cornwall has so much to offer. Glorious coastal walks, the Eden Project, the Lost Gardens of Heligan, and the unique Isles of Scilly all make it hard to resist.
The gorgeous and majestic Pentewan House stands in stunning grounds on the hillside overlooking the coastal village of Pentewan and the sea. Its prominent, elevated position oozes grandeur and the mature gardens that greet you give instant assurance that you have made the right choice with this booking. This four bedroom, warm and elegant holiday home sleeps seven guests in four outstanding bedrooms.
Pentewan is very pretty and boasts a fascinating history. The village and harbour date back to medieval time when Pentewan was mainly a fishing community. Between 1818 and 1826, local land and quarry owner Sir Christopher Hawkins substantially rebuilt the harbour to improve the existing pilchard fishery and to turn the village into a major china clay port. The harbour and many of the older buildings in the village are made of Pentewan stone. Today the village boasts a charming pub and an idyllic beach. Visitors are also attracted by the wonderful Pentewan Valley trail.
Pentewan House’s sweeping grounds blend effortlessly into the vibrant hillside and foreshore below. With terraces on different hillside levels, the gardens are enthralling. They are perfect for early morning wanderings, tranquil afternoons when you can read the newspaper or your holiday read on a sun lounger on the upper grassed terrace and later for pre-dinner cocktails and alfresco suppers. Watching the sun go down from this position is really quite stunning. The views across the valley toward the sea are far reaching and glorious. You are spoilt for options for alfresco dining. You can dine with a view from the terrace or in a wonderful shaded spot under an excellent pergola further into the garden.
On entering this wonderful home, you will quickly appreciate the vast entertainment spaces. The living room boasts an enormous, sumptuous corner sofa where you can enjoy the views through the windows as well as chill out and enjoy a movie or some family board games. The kitchen is magnificent with contemporary units incorporated within a lovely vaulted ceiling and characterful wooden beams. It is warm and inviting with space for guests to linger and keep the chef company. Tucked around the corner, keeping the house warm and cosy is an Aga and some beautiful built in cupboards in a small snug area. This leads directly into the sunny dining room which overlooks the lush valley.
The four beautifully decorated bedrooms are located on the first and second floors. The master suite is nestled within the eaves on the top floor with its en-suite shower room and dressing area. The charming pitched roof and beams add to the cosy ambience. Downstairs on the first floor you will find a king room, twin room and a single, all with lovely garden and valley views and warm wooden floors. They share the smart family bathroom with a bath and shower over it.
Pentewan House is very special, very social and situated in a wonderful spot with fabulous vistas. You might not want to leave yet the beautiful beach and quaint village is waiting. There might even be some delicious Cornish pasties warming...
The charming coastal village of Pentewan and the lush verdant Pentewan Valley is located between Mevagissey and St Austell, both of which offer wonderful facilities and entertainment. Despite not having welcomed a ship for over 60 years, there is evidence of the village’s industrial past scattered around. Heading inland, the gorgeous Pentewan Valley Trail is a 4km woodland and riverside walk, following the bed of an old narrow gauge railway to the village of London Apprentice. The 19th century railway had been built to carry clay and tin for export from the docks. Pentewan’s village pub, the Ship Inn, is small and friendly with tables on the old harbourside.
Pentewan House is within easy distance of Cornwall’s best known attraction, The Eden Project. The Eden Project is located in a disused China clay quarry just outside St Austell. It boasts two vast landscaped space age greenhouses, or biomes, containing a fabulous variety of temperate and tropical plants. The Humid Tropics Biome is a multi-domed greenhouse that recreates the natural environment of a tropical rainforest, with hundreds of trees and plants from South American, African, Asian and Australian rainforests. It is 55 metres high and 240 metres long! The Warm Temperate Biome houses rainforest plants from Southern Africa, the Mediterranean and California. You cannot really go to this area in Cornwall without visiting the Eden Project!
Also close by are the 80 acres of superb grounds and gardens of The Lost Gardens of Heligan. The beautiful gardens near Mevagissey were reclaimed thanks to Tim Smit, the creator of the Eden Project. You will visit a complex of walled gardens including the Flower Garden, the Melon Garden, the Japenese Garden, the Sundial Garden, the Italian Garden and the Pleasure Garden as well as the Jungle. There is also a beautiful Crystal Grotto.
The National Trust’s Lanhydrock House and estate is an impressive late Victorian country house near Bodmin. You can learn about ‘upstairs and downstairs’, the church, gardens and the wooded estate. A good time to visit is when the scented azaleas are in bloom in the Higher Garden though the landscaped gardens offer beauty all year. The fast-flowing Borlase stream runs from the hillside towards the house under stunning magnolias.
The delightful Tregrehan Garden is a dramatic woodland garden created over the last 200 years by the Carlyon family. A huge Victorian greenhouse built in 1844 houses a fine range of plants in the more formal walled garden area.
This stunning 3-bedroom apartment sits right by the wonderful Perranporth Beach on Cornwall’s northern coast. With plenty of room for all your surf gear, Perranporth Dunes is perfect for a beachside break and lies within a 20-minute drive of Newquay and Truro.
The elevated, corner position of this apartment makes the sea views all the more special. Spacious and light, the living space enjoys dual-aspect views over the beach and town, and leads out to a terrace with seating and dining area.
This open-plan space incorporates a seating area with large sofa, armchairs and TV, as well as the kitchen. Superbly stylish and well equipped, you have a breakfast bar, dishwasher, microwave and everything else you may need. Your dining table sits right by the window to get the very best view, and you’ve got some great beachfront restaurants just moments away too.
Perranporth Dunes accommodates up to six guests in three bedrooms. You have king-size beds in all rooms, one of which can convert to two singles. All bedrooms have a TV and two have a private balcony with sea view. The master bedroom has the use of its own en suite shower room, while a family bathroom is available to all.
A private footpath leads you down to the golden sands of what is considered one of the best beaches in Cornwall. You will find plenty of pubs and restaurants in town, and numerous places to hire surfboards and wetsuits if you fancy hitting the waves. You could also head down the St Agnes Heritage Coast to beaches such as Chapel Porth and Porthtowan.
Perranporth is well located for getting the most out of your visit to Cornwall. Drive around 35 minutes south and you will come to popular St Ives, or you could cross the county to Falmouth in a similar time. The wonders of the Eden Project are only 40 minutes away, and Perranporth is less than one hour from Land’s End.
On the northern coast of Cornwall, just south of Newquay, the town of Perranporth is dominated by its beautiful beach. The rest of the town lies alongside it, rather like an extension of the beach, and offers some laid-back places to eat and drink alongside its surf shops.
Make the drive down to Newquay and you’ll find yet more surfing and water-sport opportunities, as well as attractions including a zoo, aquarium and, just outside the town, the Lappa Valley Steam Railway. With an amazing 12 beaches, it’s easy to see why so many visitors flock to Newquay, but there’s lots more to enjoy, including the 26-acre Trenance Gardens, complete with boating lake.
One of the county’s big hitters, the Eden Project, is certainly worth a visit, and there are more enchanting gardens near Mevagissey. The Lost Gardens of Heligan cover 200 acres and include Productive Gardens, Pleasure Grounds and the Jungle, a tropical garden complete with a centrepiece rope bridge from which to admire them from 100 feet up. For an Asian take on horticulture, pop into the smaller but impressive Japanese Garden at St Mawgan.
You can enjoy 18 miles of cycling on the Camel Trail, running from Padstow to Bodmin, or take it easy in Penzance’s wonderful waterfront lido, Jubilee Pool. To really crank things up, head to Liskeard for the Adrenaline Quarry with all sorts of high-energy antics to get you moving.
Cornwall is a great county for kids with its countless amazing beaches, sporting activities and outdoor play parks. Two of the biggest are the Flambards Theme Park near Helston, and the Camel Creek Adventure Park near Padstow. These are the places to go if fancy a family day out at the fairground, and there are plenty of exciting thrill rides as well.
Other highlights include Falmouth’s National Maritime Museum and Charlestown’s Shipwreck Treasure Museum, while art lovers will want to head for the impressive galleries of Penzance and St Ives, or the latter’s Barbara Hepworth Sculpture Garden.
Also in the west, there are the two significant landmarks of The Lizard and Land’s End, as well as the wonderful Minack Theatre in Porthcurno – visiting this open-air theatre is an unforgettable experience. If you make your way to Padstow, you can also dine at the restaurants of Paul Ainsworth and Rick Stein. There are many great places from less well-known names too, enjoying a wonderful outlook over the Camel Estuary.
Kilkhampton, Cornwall, South West of England
From £343
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Two bedroom [one double one with two singles beds ].Comfortable and tastefully decorated lounge with one sofa and two chairs ,dining table to seat 4 ,Freeview dvd TV.
Fully equipped fitted kitchen with electric hob and oven. Electric by £1 coin meter
Bathroom with electric shower over bath.
Pleasant park.
Within walking distance of local shops, coastal path and 5 minutes drive to Bude Saturday to Saturday weekly bookings only.
This chalet is located in Bude. The Castle Bude and The Gildhouse Poundstock are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and North Devon Coast. Harlequinns Leisure and The Gnome Reserve and Wildflower Garden are also worth visiting.
Boscastle, Cornwall, South West of England
From £770
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This property commands fantastic views of the North Cornish coastline from Tintagel Head to Lundy Island, great for watching Atlantic sun sets from the deck, with a glass of wine in hand and perhaps a BBQ'd supper treat! Listen to the rooks nesting at the end of the day and get away from the hustle and bustle of it all, in this secluded, quiet corner of the village. Hideaway offers a great place to relax, sunbathe or explore the area from . It is a 15 minute walk to the South West Coastpath and offers several circular walking routes, one being via the serene feeling Minster Church and through St Peter's Wood down to Boscastle harbour. The cabin has 1 double bedroom, 1 twin-with space for a travel cot (not provided) a shower room with toilet, a well equipped kitchen/ lounge/diner, a deck, patio, and BBQ area in the garden. Visitors can dine alfresco on the decking or in the garden whilst admiring the sea views. The village is very picturesque and offers great places to eat and drink, coastal walks and much much more to explore locally. Parking space for one vehicle next to the property, no need to park in the car park and pay-out extra. Tea, coffee provided. Free WiFi. 15 steps up to the property make this unsuitable for wheelchair access. Sorry no pets.
Located in Boscastle, this cabin is by the sea. Museum of Witchcraft and Tintagel Toy Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include King Arthur's Great Halls and Tintagel Old Post Office. Consider The Castle Bude for a night out or Pengenna Pasties if you're traveling with kids. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and horse riding.
For romantic breaks, a spot of switch off and fabulous scenery, Pleasant Cottage is just perfect. With its high vaulted ceiling, lofty beams, wood burning stove and other charming features, it offers a welcoming ambience and superb comfort. You will discover contemporary furnishings, the best of fittings and plenty of space in your delightful nest for two, or perhaps three if you have a little one to bring along in a cot.
The cottage is nestled in a quiet pocket of rural north Cornwall, close to the villages and hamlets of St Tudy, St Breward, Mount Pleasant and Bradford. It is within easy reach of Wadebridge, Padstow, Port Isaac, Tintagel, Boscastle, Polzeath, Daymer Bay, Rock, Bodmin Moor, the famous Camel Trail and the Southwest Coastal Path. Wildlife lovers, birdwatchers, keen walkers, and cyclists enjoy the moor and amazing hiking trails on the doorstep. The village of St Breward enjoys a shop, village hall, a church, playgrounds, and a charming village pub. A footpath in the village enjoys a circular loop past the church and across the River Camel. The pretty village of St Tudy grew around an original Celtic graveyard still referred to as ‘God’s Acre’. Mount Pleasant is a tiny hamlet within the moor.
This single-story cottage is beautifully presented and offers a wonderfully atmospheric open plan living space, a bedroom, and a shower room. The main living space offers a gorgeous blend of old meets new with lofty ceiling beams, a modern log burning stove, wooden floors, a sumptuous corner sofa, rugs, and other contemporary furnishings. It is a delightful space where you can chuck a log on the fire and relax while watching a movie on the large television. Huge glass doors offer access to the garden and terrace and allow sparkling Cornish light to flood in. A contemporary, glossy white kitchen sits at the other end of the room with excellent appliances and a dining table and chairs. An iPod docking station is available so that you can listen to your favourite soundtracks.
The bedroom is also beautifully presented with a comfy bed, adorned with hotel quality linens and lovely soft furnishings, an open wardrobe, an oversized mirror, and a television for lazy lie-ins. The shower room is very smart and immaculate.
Outside you will enjoy a beautiful garden, a lovely alfresco dining and lounge space and stunning countryside views. It is very private and an idyllic spot, perfect for drinks while you watch the sun go down or later under the night stars.
Pleasant Cottage enjoys a tranquil, rural location close to the villages and hamlets of St Tudy, St Breward, Mount Pleasant, and Bradford. It is a beautiful spot, 13km from Wadebridge, 17km from the sea and 12km from the nearest golf course. You can easily visit Tintagel Castle, the Eden Project, Padstow, Goss Moor Nature Reserve, the Owl Sanctuary, Trevose Heritage Coast and Golf Club and Boscastle. You will enjoy Bodmin Moor, the River Camel, the Camel Trail, and north Cornwall’s phenomenal sandy beaches. The Camel Trail is popular with walkers and cyclists, winding its way from Wadebridge to the sea at Padstow, another Cornish gem. On the edge of Bodmin is a fascinating museum and the haunting presence of the old Bodmin Jail which was built from granite from the quarry back in 1840. The family of Captain William Bligh of ‘Mutiny on the Bounty’ fame lived in St Tudy for many generations. Captain Bligh was born in the village and the fateful voyage of HMS Bounty took place in 1787.
Wadebridge is charming and very pretty. It enjoys a fascinating history and offers an excellent array of shops, cafes, and restaurants as well as the wonderful Camel Trail, its wonderful walking and cycling track following the old railway route to Padstow. In June every year, Wadebridge is the site of the magnificent Royal Cornwall Show, one of the largest agricultural shows held in the country.
Padstow is Cornwall’s foodie capital with excellent restaurants owned by celebrities. The picturesque port is full of character and historical interest and offers water sports, fishing trips, speedboat rides, sea cruises and crazy golf. The town is centred around the attractive harbour with an eclectic mix of fisherman’s cottages and merchant’s houses. You can take a boat trip from the harbour with a range of activities from wildlife spotting to angling or just messing about on the water and enjoying the sunshine. Most popular are the trips to spot seals, dolphins, puffins, and basking sharks. Also popular are the ferry trips over to the upmarket resort village of Rock. The Black Tor passenger ferry takes around five to ten minutes to cross the river and runs throughout the year. Rock is a second home to many rich, famous, and holidaying royals. Overlooking Padstow, you will find the fine Elizabethan country house, Prideaux Place. It was built in 1592 and has been passed down through the generations to the current owners, Peter and Elisabeth Prideaux-Brune. It boasts formal gardens and a deer park.
The wonderful Eden Project is within easy reach with its massive, covered biomes where you can trek through the world’s largest indoor rainforest and immerse yourselves in the calm fragrance of the Mediterranean biome. There are also extensive gardens, contemporary art displays, performances, and storytelling to keep you entertained. It is an inspirational place.
Tintagel is the home of the legendary King Arthur’s Castle with the ruins dominating the cliffside just outside the village. Brimming with rocky coves, stunning scenery and glorious beaches including the nearby Trebarwith Strand and Bossiney Cove, the village enjoys several pubs and restaurants as well as a charming Old Post Office. The Southwest Coast Path passes through the village along the cliffs, heading north to the beautiful village of Boscastle with its quaint quay and village pubs.
The lively small fishing village of Port Isaac lies on a stunning stretch of coastline, halfway between Polzeath, the surfer’s paradise beach, and the popular village of Tintagel. Most of the area is designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Port Isaac was a busy coastal port from the Middle Ages until the mid-19th century with cargos of stone, coal, timber, and pottery. The old centre of the village is sprinkled with 18th and 19th century cottages, many listed as of architectural or historic importance. Its narrow alleys wind down the steep hillsides to the harbour.
As soon as you arrive at Ploughman’s Cottage, you will know you are in for a treat. It is such a beautiful building that dates back to the 1760’s and it is surrounded by a very pretty garden with lush lawns, colourful, fragrant roses and lots of other gorgeous mature planting. The cottage boasts three gorgeous bedrooms, two bathrooms, an atmospheric open plan living and dining room, a kitchen and its very pretty garden with a hot tub. Throughout the cottage you will discover characterful features including wooden beams, exposed stone walls, ancient artifacts adorning the walls and a traditional cloam bread oven in the inglenook fireplace together with a log burning fire. The master bedroom enjoys a lavish four poster bed and every room offers vintage rugs and fascinating features. There is room in the master bedroom for a folding occasional bed or cot should you have an extra child or small baby.
The Tremaine Manor & Country Cottages Estate is absolutely superb, a rural paradise of three and a half beautiful acres filled with towering trees, lush lawns, a stream and dreamy picnic spots. The estate enjoys a fabulous, tranquil location just ten minutes from the picturesque harbour village of Looe. The village is a centre of offshore shark fishing as well as boasting a gorgeous sandy beach, crabbing on the quayside, quaint cobbled streets, independent local shops and an abundance of restaurants and pubs serving handmade Cornish pasties and gourmet seafood. Looe is very popular and many visitors return year after year. The South West Coastal Path, Britain’s longest National Trail, passes through the village and Bodmin Moor is on the doorstep with its granite tors, plentiful streams, waterfalls, moorland ponies, pretty heather and wild beauty. Ploughman’s Cottage is within easy reach of of the pretty town of Fowey and the atmospheric village of Polperro which dates back to the thirteenth century and is one of the oldest villages in Cornwall. That is, of course, if you can drag yourselves away from this heavenly estate.
The open plan living and dining room of Ploughman’s Cottage is fabulously characterful. The giant inglenook fireplace immediately draws your eye with its large wood burning stove and traditional cloam bread oven. The wooden clad and beamed ceiling is equally wondrous, adding charm and atmosphere. A vintage rug sits in front of the fire together with a comfy sofa and armchairs, making it a snug cosy spot on a chilly evening. You can spend your evenings watching a movie on the Smart television, listening to your favourite tunes on the Bluetooth speaker or playing family games such as chess, jigsaws, board games and playing cards which are provided for your entertainment.The dining table is perfect for family suppers and you will be captivated by the artifacts decorating the walls. A royal blue painted doorframe leads you through to the country kitchen with its excellent appliances including a Nespresso coffee maker. The kitchen is a happy, cheerful place with plenty of colour splashes and charming beams.
The master bedroom is downstairs too with a smart shower room. It is a fabulously romantic room with its four poster bed beautifully dressed with crisp cottons and lovely scatter cushions that match the drapes surrounding the bed. The bedroom is light and airy, enjoying beautiful garden views. The second bedroom and the children’s bunk room are upstairs, along with the family bathroom. The double room offers a sumptuous, beautifully dressed bed and the bunk room enjoys a set of fun bunk beds that children adore. They too are adorned with cushions and throws. The family bathroom offers a bath and overhead shower.
Ploughman’s Cottage boasts a gorgeous garden with luxurious outdoor furniture, a hot tub and a firepit, all lovely for relaxation in the sunshine or under the night’s stars. You can dine alfresco using a barbecue and enjoying the soft breeze and fragrant flowers. It really is a lovely spot and you are welcome to meander through the estate’s garden, finding some beautiful picnic spots.
Guests staying at Ploughman’s Cottage receive a welcome hamper, a basket of logs, enjoy use of a portable barbecue on request and are welcome to bring up to two of their furry friends with them. A washing machine and tumble dryer is available in a nearby laundry room.
The idyllic Ploughman’s Cottage is located on the three and a half acre Tremaine Manor Estate. It is a beautiful place to stay, within easy reach of the south coast beaches and the moors yet peaceful and very private.
Looe is very attractive fishing village that is very popular with holidaymakers. It boasts wonderful gourmet eateries, friendly cafes, Cornish pasty shops, a stunning beach and some excellent, independent shops. Visitors enjoy watching crabbers on the quayside and the colourful fishing boats returning with their catches. Looe boasts many local gourmet restaurants overlooking the harbour as well as award winning fish and chips near the river. There is a pretty bridge that separates East and West Looe. The Looe Marine Conservation Group host regular rockpool rambles for children of all ages. Their website gives details of the wildlife events and local family friendly adventures such as crabbing, snorkeling, bird watching, fishing and visits to Looe Island. Looe Island was once a holy pilgrimage site. Now it is a sanctuary for wildlife and rare plants. In 2004 Looe Island was left to the Cornwall Wildlife Trust by Babs Atkins who had bought the island with her sister in the 1960’s. You will discover a grey seal population sunbathing on the rocks and swimming around the island. The island is home to many nesting birds such as cormorants, shags and oystercatchers. It boasts the largest breeding colony in Cornwall of the majestic great black-backed gull. During the summer months there are frequent boat trips and guided walks. The Old Sardine Factory Heritage Centre tells the story of Looe’s maritime history. You will learn how Looe exported pilchards to Italy, sent pilgrims to Galicia and sailed across the Atlantic to catch cod off of Newfoundland. You will also learn about boat building and experience a lifeboat Shout! with state-of-the-art technology. The centre is also a climbing wall and kayaking centre. If you fancy a scenic day out but don’t want to drive, you can take the Looe Valley train line to the historic market town of Liskeard. There are stunning views though heavily wooded valleys teeming with wildlife, glorious estuary views and rivers full of wading birds such as little egrets, grey herons, oystercatchers and curlews. Looe’s Music Festival is fast becoming a very popular outdoor event attracting many famous artists such as Jools Holland, Bryan Ferry, Lulu, the Stranglers and many more.
Visitors looking for a day by the sea have a wonderful choice of beaches. In Looe, East Looe Beach is very popular with families. Millendreath Beach is a gorgeous south facing sandy beach at the foot of a wooded valley. Just around the corner is Plaidy Beach, a small, sheltered beach which is wonderful if you are looking to chill with some peace and quiet. Talland Bay is between Looe and Polperro. It is made up of two coves and is within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Seaton Beach is also close, to the east of Looe. It is situated at the foot of the Hessenford Valley with the River Seaton crossing the beach. Hoodny Cove and Finnygook Beach are accessible from Portwrinkle Beach, both sandy and popular with families. Finnygook is a surfers favourite. Other popular beaches are Polperro, Whitsand Bay and Downderry Beach.
Bodmin Moor is one of Cornwall’s designated Areas of Outstanding Beauty. With its giant stretches of heather, this upland granite moorland is delightful. It is brimming with high granite tors, streams and waterfalls and you will probably get to see the moorland ponies grazing.
The stunning South West Coast Path passed through Looe. Starting in Minehead in Somerset, it covers 630 miles ending in Poole in Dorset. It offers extraordinary sea views and is very popular. There are also countless walks in the beautiful countryside surrounding Looe. You may want to walk around Fowey where you can enjoy seeing Menabilly, once the home of Daphne du Maurier and the inspiration for Manderley in her novel Rebecca. Fowey is a popular sailing destination and a quaint deep-water fishing port. There is a ferry service to the pretty village of Polruan opposite. Walking from Polruan towards Polperro you will pass the beautiful Lantic Bay and the horseshoe shaped West Coombe at Lansallos. Polperro is a gorgeous, quintessential Cornish fishing village with steep narrow streets, pretty slate cottages and stunning views. Sheltered from the ravages of tide and time in its dramatic cliff ravine, Polperro is an enchanting jumble of cottages, all the work of Cornish fishermen. The 36 mile walk from Looe to Boscastle is wonderful, crossing Bodmin Moor via Davidstow, Rough Tor and Brown Willy and passing through the verdant West Looe Valley. The Deerpark Forest is also another treat with many trails running through the woodland. With tranquil millpond views, winding forest trails and a hidden valley, it is a great day out.
Helston, Cornwall, South West of England
From £798
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Pol Glas Cabin in Churchtown, Cornwall, sleeps two guests in one bedroom.
The living areas in this single-strorey lodge consist of an open-plan kitchen, dining area and sitting area with an electric oven, ceramic hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, coffee machine and Smart TV. There is also a king-size bedroom with en-suite shower room. Outside there is an enclosed garden with gravelled area, lawn, patio, furniture, barbecue, and hot tub, and designated parking for two cars. One well-behaved dog welcomed, but sorry, no smoking. Highchair and travel cot available. WiFi, fuel, power, bed linen and towels are all included in the price. You'll find a shop in 0.6 miles and a pub in 2.6 miles. Pol Glas Cabin is well-positioned to enjoy the stunning countryside of Cornwall. Note: The garden is bordered by both a fence and mesh. Note: The property is located on the grounds of a development with further holiday lets. Note: The parking area is a short walk away from the property. Note: Check-in from 4pm, check-out by 10am.
Amenities: Underfloor heating throughout. Electric oven, ceramic hob, microwave, fridge with small freezer compartment coffee machine. Smart TV, WiFi. Fuel and power inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Highchair and travel cot available. Designated parking for 1 car. Enclosed garden with gravelled area, lawn, patio, furniture, barbecue, and hot tub. One well-behaved dog welcome. Sorry, no smoking. Shop 2.5 miles, pub 2.5 miles. Note: The garden is bordered by post and rail fencing. Note: The property is located on the grounds of a development with further holiday lets. Note: The parking area is a short walk away from the property. Note: Check-in from 4pm, check-out by 10am
Region: Cornwall’s visitors are constantly tempted back to the beautiful coastline, tiny fishing villages, hidden coves and the world-class surfing. Whatever the reason, Cornwall has long cemented its place as one of Britain’s premier holiday destinations.
Town: On the Lizard Peninsula, five miles south of Helston and just over five miles from Lizard Point, the southernmost point of mainland Britain, is the sizable village of Mullion. The community is home to several well-known eateries, retail establishments, and pubs, as well as the Mullion Meadows Chocolate Factory and coffee shop and Mullion Cove, a charming working harbour. Helston is a charming, bustling market town known for its Flora Day Festival and for the unique Helston Folk Museum, which tells several tales and traditions surrounding the "Furry Dance." The Poldark Mine, one of the best underground experiences in the south west, is close by and provides information about the region's long mining history. The harbour city of Falmouth is farther away, while Land's End is farther west. Mullion is a fantastic vacation spot with lots of family-friendly attractions.
Located in Helston, this lodge is in a rural area and by the sea. Marconi Centre and Lizard Lighthouse and Heritage Centre are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Bonython Estate Gardens and One2Eleven. Ready for a night out? Consider Tolmen Centre and Performance Centre. Practice your golf swing on a nearby course, or enjoy other activities in the great outdoors, such as hiking, rock climbing, and cycling in the area.
An exquisite 4-bedroom home just across the river from Fowey, Polruan View House enjoys wonderful bay views. Equipped with an outdoor hot tub and terrace, this property is ideal for up to eight guests.
Moments away from the South West Coast Path, this clifftop property includes a large front garden and a spacious deck at the rear, where you have sun loungers, seating, a dining area and a lovely hot tub with views over the bay.
Walk in from the deck and you will find the open-plan living area with ample seating, a wood burner and a 65-inch Smart TV. There’s a well-equipped kitchen too, featuring two ovens, an American-style fridge freezer, dishwasher and wine cooler, as well as a dining area. Free Wi-Fi is also provided at Polruan View House.
On the ground floor, you have a twin bedroom and one with a super king-size bed which can be converted to two singles as needed. Upstairs is the master bedroom, complete with en suite shower room, 32-inch Smart TV and access to the terrace. There is another sea-view bedroom on this floor, with TV and a super king-size bed which can be converted to twin beds. A first-floor bathroom with bathtub and a downstairs shower room complete the picture.
Head into Polruan and you can catch the ferry over to Fowey, a pretty harbour town with an array of good places to eat. The town also hosts annual events such as May’s Festival of Words and Music and August’s Fowey Royal Regatta.
From Fowey, it’s only a 15-minute drive to the Eden Project and 35 minutes to the beautiful Lost Gardens of Heligan. On Polruan’s side of the river, you can explore local beaches such as Lansallos Beach and Lantic Bay, or head to delightful coastal towns such as Looe or Polperro, both within 30 minutes.
A hilltop fishing village looking out towards Fowey, Polruan is bound by water on three sides. The village has a few notable sights of historic interest. These include the 8th-century St Saviour’s Ruin, and the 14th-century Polruan Blockhouse, originally built to protect the harbour from attack.
The village’s better-known neighbour across the water is accessible by a ferry service which crosses the river. Fowey’s charming streets are lined with independent shops and all sorts of good eateries. There are excellent bakeries and delis alongside cafés and restaurants, all of which have built Fowey’s reputation as a great food town.
Fowey is well placed for excursions around the wider area. In less than 30 minutes you can drive to Porfell Wildlife Park and in around 15 minutes to the glorious Eden Project. Other attractions in the east of the county, such as the Golitha Falls nature reserve, Port Eliot Estate and the adventure park, Adrenaline Quarry, are all easily accessible.
Other highlights of the county include the Lost Gardens of Heligan, around 30 minutes from Fowey. Located near Mevagissey, the gardens cover 200 acres and are split into three distinct zones. The Productive Gardens, Pleasure Grounds and Jungle – a tropical garden complete with a 100 foot-high Burmese rope bridge – all have a different feel and make a great day trip.
For a day of full-on fun, the Flambards Theme Park near Helston is a popular family choice, as is the Camel Creek Adventure Park near Padstow. For something more peaceful, there’s the Japanese Garden at St Mawgan near Newquay, or the relaxing outdoor lido, Jubilee Pool, in Penzance. The town also boasts excellent art galleries in the form of The Exchange, Penlee House, Cornwall Contemporary and several others.
Head to the west of the county to discover mainland Britain’s most southerly point, The Lizard, and the famous Land’s End. You can also find cultural gems like Porthcurno’s open-air Minack Theatre – the setting right by the sea is truly spectacular, and the theatre puts on a variety of shows throughout the year. When there’s nothing on, you can book a visit to the theatre to explore the venue, but be aware there are lots of steep steps.
If you prefer to keep things more local, there are numerous beaches to explore close to Polruan. The National Trust nature reserve of Lansallos incorporates Parsons Cove and Lantic Bay, while across the river you can discover Polridmouth Cove, Readymoney Cove and Menabilly Beach.
Sitting in the very heart of Mevagissey, just a short walk from the beach, the pretty Polstreath Cottage has been beautifully renovated to offer gorgeous holiday living for four guests. The cottage enjoys two bedrooms, both with ensuite bathrooms and a lovely open plan living space. The cottage is built over three levels and enjoys access to a delightful garden.
Mevagissey is a fabulous spot with excellent restaurants, bars and cafes, a museum, an aquarium, a picturesque harbour, wonderful shops, sandy beaches and hidden coves. Winding cobbled lanes tumble down the hill, sprinkled with pretty cottages. The stunning Lost Gardens of Heligan are very close by and the popular holiday resort of St Austell is only just over five miles from the cottage. You can explore the tropical biomes of the Eden Project, the Tall Ships harbour of Charlestown, the Shipwreck Treasure Museum, the pretty Tregrehan Gardens or take a ferry from Mevagissey to Fowey. You will discover a fabulous coastline, the famous beaches and gardens of the beautiful Roseland Peninsula, Truro with its shops, restaurants, theatre and cathedral and the Cornish Coast Path.
Polstreath Cottage is superbly comfortable, brimming with modern furnishings and the best of fittings. The front door opens to a characterful hallway with an exposed brick wall which in turn leads to your open plan living space. Immediately you arrive at your kitchen and dining space. Drowned in natural light, it is delightful with a circular dining table sitting in front of the window and a modern kitchen with excellent appliances. A large archway leads through to a delightful living space in blue, white and ivory with two comfy sofas and a large wall-mounted television should you want a cosy night in with a movie.
One of the beautiful bedrooms is located on the lower ground floor. It boasts a double bed, adorned with lovely linens, gorgeous wooden floorboards, a fantastic ensuite bathroom with a freestanding slipper bath and a shower and access to the garden. The second bedroom suite is on the upper floor, another delightful double room with a double bed, a television for long lazy lie-ins and an ensuite bathroom with a bath and overhead shower.
There is parking at the cottage and the garden is a generous size with outdoor furniture and a barbecue. It is a lovely space when the sun is shining, and you just want to pop a cork and relax with a glass of your favourite tipple. When you are ready to leave your peaceful haven, the shops, bars, restaurants, and beach of Mevagissey are just moments away!
Polstreath Cottage sits next to Polstreath House which offers six bedrooms sleeping twelve guests. Large groups can book both properties.
Polstreath Cottage enjoys a wonderful location in the centre of the seaside town of Mevagissey. This lovely town is sprinkled with narrow streets, steep valley sides and gorgeous houses that lead down to the distinctive twin harbour where you will discover colourful fishing boats bringing in their daily catches of skate, lobster, plaice and sole. It looks as pretty as a postcard with the harbours surrounded by pubs, cosy cafes and delightful galleries. The town is named after two Irish saints, St Meva and St Issey with the village dating back to at least 1313. During the 1800’s Mevagissey prospered from the abundant supply of pilchards and today you will find many seafood restaurants nestling along its maze of streets. It is lovely to tuck into local scallops and mackerel, washed down with a chilled bottle of wine followed by a harbour walk enjoying the twinkling lights. Shoppers delight in the shops which range from jewellery, glassware and paintings to delicious Cornish pasties.
You will want to visit the amazing Lost Gardens of Heligan which sit within walking distance of the town. They are romantic and very pretty. After World War I the gardens fell into ruin and the rejuvenation has created two hundred acres of bliss. The award-winning gardens allow you to journey across the world with historic rhododendron boughs of Sikkin, Maori carved tree ferns, an Italian garden and an Alpine inspired ravine. The jungle experience offers intimate pathways edged with sub-tropical planting along with watercourses, a rope bridge, bamboo tunnels and gigantic rhubarb and bananas. There is a woodland walk where you can relax with bird song and look out for woodland sculptures, ancient woodlands, and grazed pastures. The Heligan Kitchen offers a delicious lunch menu, and the tearooms offer hearty home-cooked meals and Cornish cream teas.
Taking a trip of the Mevagissey to Fowey ferry is popular. You will cross the sheltered St Austell Bay to Fowey Estuary, passing peaceful coves, hidden beaches and probably some dolphins and seals. The pretty town of Fowey is on one side of the Fowey River with Polruan on the other. It is a bustling small port with commercial and leisure boats. During the Second World War, Fowey was the centre for air-sea rescue and one of the places from which the D-Day invasions were launched. St Catherine’s Point is on the Fowey side of the harbour entrance where it functioned as a lighthouse in medieval times. St Catherine’s Castle below was built during the reign of Henry VIII to defend the harbour entrance. It is accessible when walking from the pretty Readymoney Cove. Fowey has a fascinating history. On Fore Street you will find the Old House of Foye, a medieval house built in 1430. It is now a shop but the walls, beamed interior and fireplace are pretty much the same. During the summer, Fowey Town Hall opens as a museum and small aquarium. Fowey is a delight with craft shops, galleries and cosy restaurants lining the narrow streets. Daphne du Maurier is the most famous former resident of the town. She is celebrated with the Du Maurier Festival each May and at the Literacy Centre next to the church. A car ferry crosses the river to Boddinick. The ferry house was originally the du Maurier family home and later the home of Angela du Maurier, Daphne’s sister. The Fowey Estuary is stunning with boat trips galore.
Mevagissey boasts excellent walks inland and along the coast path. You can walk between Pentewan and Mevagissey and on to Chapel Point enjoying stunning scenery. Above, you will discover oystercatchers, gulls, cormorants, and the odd kestrel hovering over the cliff. The paths are lined with wildflowers in the spring and early summer.
Fishing is popular in the town. You can hop aboard a deep-sea fishing boat and hook into some of Cornwall’s bigger species including sharks, cod, eels and of course mackerel. If you are into cycling, the Pentewan Valley Trail is only two miles from the town. It is a maze of cycle trails through woodland with scenic streams and lush swamps.
The Eden Project is based in one of Cornwall’s clay mining pits behind St Austell and should not be missed. It is a world-famous attraction that is best known for its tropical and Mediterranean biomes. You will learn about biodiversity hotspots in the world and enjoy a bird’s-eye view of the biomes on a long zip wire. There are many special events including an ice rink over the Christmas period. Alternatively, Caerhays Castle, designed in the 19th century by John Nash is less than twenty minutes away, set within rolling hills and gardens. Caerhays Beach is lovely too so you can combine it with a beach day.
The old market town of St Austell is another charmer, famous for its china clay mining industry. Today it offers beautiful beaches, sub-tropical gardens and a fantastic range of shops, cafes, bars, and restaurants. On the edge of town, the St Austell Brewery offers tours and tastings. St Austell Bay enjoys the stunning beaches of Porthpean, Carlyon Bay Pentewan, Polkerris with its water sports and Charlestown, a historic port that is often used as a film location.
The wonderful, spacious Polstreath House sits in the heart of Mevagissey, a fabulous, charming seaside town. It comes with six charming bedrooms sleeping twelve guests, an open plan living space with a modern kitchen and another brilliant kitchen and dining area. If there is not quite enough room in Polstreath House, we also feature the next door Polstreath Cottage which boasts two beautifully appointed bedrooms.
Mevagissey is a fabulous spot with excellent restaurants, bars and cafes, a museum, an aquarium, a picturesque harbour, wonderful shops, sandy beaches, and hidden coves. Winding cobbled lanes tumble down the hill, sprinkled with pretty cottages. The stunning Lost Gardens of Heligan are very close by and the popular holiday resort of St Austell is only just over five miles from the cottage. You can explore the tropical biomes of the Eden Project, the Tall Ships harbour of Charlestown, the Shipwreck Treasure Museum, the pretty Tregrehan Gardens or take a ferry from Mevagissey to Fowey. You will discover a fabulous coastline, the famous beaches and gardens of the beautiful Roseland Peninsula, Truro with its shops, restaurants, theatre and cathedral and the Cornish Coast Path.
Very smart in appearance from the roadside, Polstreath House is built over several different levels. On the lower ground floor, you will find an excellent kitchen with a Aga styled cooking facility, modern cabinetry, a raised breakfast bar with stools and a superb dining space. It is fantastic for large groups, very sociable and great for special celebrations. There is also a wall mounted television, a feature fire and gorgeous flooring. From here you can head out to a large garden sprinkled with mature plants and the terrace.
There is a second living area with another modern kitchen and a delightful living space with comfy sofas, a period fireplace, a television and another modern dining table and chairs. This set up means that children can happily watch a movie upstairs while the adults enjoy a delicious meal, drinks, and laughter downstairs.
The six bedrooms are split across two levels. One level enjoys three double rooms, all with double beds and the other offers one double room with a television, another double and the last room is a delightful twin in the eaves. Each of the bedrooms is presented with its own mellow colour scheme, attractive soft furnishings, and lots of seaside themed art. There are three bathrooms to share, all beautifully fitted. Two of the bathrooms enjoy showers while the other offers a slipper bath, perfect for an indulgent dip to sooth your stresses away.
Outside, you will find a delightful terrace with alfresco lounge and dining furniture together with a quality barbecue and a garden. It is a lovely space when the sun is shining, and you just want to pop a cork and relax with a glass of your favourite tipple while your barbecue masters get busy preparing a delicious fresh fish feast. When you are ready to leave your peaceful haven, the shops, bars, restaurants, and beach of Mevagissey are just moments away!
Polstreath House enjoys a wonderful location in the centre of the seaside town of Mevagissey. This lovely town is sprinkled with narrow streets, steep valley sides and gorgeous houses that lead down to the distinctive twin harbour where you will discover colourful fishing boats bringing in their daily catches of skate, lobster, plaice and sole. It looks as pretty as a postcard with the harbours surrounded by pubs, cosy cafes and delightful galleries. The town is named after two Irish saints, St Meva and St Issey with the village dating back to at least 1313. During the 1800’s Mevagissey prospered from the abundant supply of pilchards and today you will find many seafood restaurants nestling along its maze of streets. It is lovely to tuck into local scallops and mackerel, washed down with a chilled bottle of wine followed by a harbour walk enjoying the twinkling lights. Shoppers delight in the shops which range from jewellery, glassware, and paintings to delicious Cornish pasties.
You will want to visit the amazing Lost Gardens of Heligan which sit within walking distance of the town. They are romantic and very pretty. After World War I the gardens fell into ruin and the rejuvenation has created two hundred acres of bliss. The award-winning gardens allow you to journey across the world with historic rhododendron boughs of Sikkin, Maori carved tree ferns, an Italian garden, and an Alpine inspired ravine. The jungle experience offers intimate pathways edged with sub-tropical planting along with watercourses, a rope bridge, bamboo tunnels and gigantic rhubarb and bananas. There is a woodland walk where you can relax with bird song and look out for woodland sculptures, ancient woodlands, and grazed pastures. The Heligan Kitchen offers a delicious lunch menu, and the tearooms offer hearty home-cooked meals and Cornish cream teas.
Taking a trip of the Mevagissey to Fowey ferry is popular. You will cross the sheltered St Austell Bay to Fowey Estuary, passing peaceful coves, hidden beaches and probably some dolphins and seals. The pretty town of Fowey is on one side of the Fowey River with Polruan on the other. It is a bustling small port with commercial and leisure boats. During the Second World War, Fowey was the centre for air-sea rescue and one of the places from which the D-Day invasions were launched. St Catherine’s Point is on the Fowey side of the harbour entrance where it functioned as a lighthouse in medieval times. St Catherine’s Castle below was built during the reign of Henry VIII to defend the harbour entrance. It is accessible when walking from the pretty Readymoney Cove. Fowey has a fascinating history. On Fore Street you will find the Old House of Foye, a medieval house built in 1430. It is now a shop but the walls, beamed interior and fireplace are pretty much the same. During the summer, Fowey Town Hall opens as a museum and small aquarium. Fowey is a delight with craft shops, galleries and cosy restaurants lining the narrow streets. Daphne du Maurier is the most famous former resident of the town. She is celebrated with the Du Maurier Festival each May and at the Literacy Centre next to the church. A car ferry crosses the river to Boddinick. The ferry house was originally the du Maurier family home and later the home of Angela du Maurier, Daphne’s sister. The Fowey Estuary is stunning with boat trips galore.
Mevagissey boasts excellent walks inland and along the coast path. You can walk between Pentewan and Mevagissey and on to Chapel Point enjoying stunning scenery. Above, you will discover oystercatchers, gulls, cormorants, and the odd kestrel hovering over the cliff. The paths are lined with wildflowers in the spring and early summer.
Fishing is popular in the town. You can hop aboard a deep-sea fishing boat and hook into some of Cornwall’s bigger species including sharks, cod, eels and of course mackerel. If you are into cycling, the Pentewan Valley Trail is only two miles from the town. It is a maze of cycle trails through woodland with scenic streams and lush swamps.
The Eden Project is based in one of Cornwall’s clay mining pits behind St Austell and should not be missed. It is a world-famous attraction that is best known for its tropical and Mediterranean biomes. You will learn about biodiversity hotspots in the world and enjoy a bird’s-eye view of the biomes on a long zip wire. There are many special events including an ice rink over the Christmas period. Alternatively, Caerhays Castle, designed in the 19th century by John Nash is less than twenty minutes away, set within rolling hills and gardens. Caerhays Beach is lovely too so you can combine it with a beach day.
The old market town of St Austell is another charmer, famous for its china clay mining industry. Today it offers beautiful beaches, sub-tropical gardens and a fantastic range of shops, cafes, bars, and restaurants. On the edge of town, the St Austell Brewery offers tours and tastings. St Austell Bay enjoys the stunning beaches of Porthpean, Carlyon Bay Pentewan, Polkerris with its water sports and Charlestown, a pretty historic port that is often used as a film location.
