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Porthcothan Mill Cottage

Cottage in Padstow with kitchen and fireplace

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Porthcothan Mill Cottage, a 1597 Cornish gem, offers the perfect blend of rustic charm and modern comfort. Unwind in the cozy sitting room with a log-burning stove or explore three well-appointed bedrooms that sleep six guests. The spacious kitchen and dining area is ideal for family meals while the garden beckons with outdoor dining on a wooden bench or unwinding on sun loungers.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6140 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Porthcothan Mill Cottage

Your Cornish escape awaits at Porthcothan Mill Cottage, a charming retreat dating back to 1597 nestled in a tranquil valley. This beautifully restored cottage sleeps up to six guests in three well-appointed bedrooms, blending rustic charm with modern comfort - perfect for families and friends.

Inside, the semi-open-plan ground floor features a cosy sitting room with a plush sofa and a 40” TV with Now TV. On cooler evenings, the log-burning stove adds warmth, making it an inviting spot for board games or a good book.

The sitting room connects to the spacious kitchen and dining area, with a sliding barn door allowing for privacy when needed. The adjoining dining area, with its large oak table, comfortably seats eight and is perfect for family meals or entertaining guests.

Upstairs, you’ll find three bedrooms. The first bedroom is light and airy, with two windows overlooking the garden and a comfortable double bed. The second bedroom, also a double, offers lovely views of the valley, while the third bedroom is equipped with twin beds, making it perfect for both children and adults.

The cottage’s garden is a true gem, nestled in the valley and surrounded by nature. Enjoy outdoor dining on the wooden bench or unwind on the sun lounger, all while soaking in the tranquil atmosphere. After sandy beach days, a warm outdoor shower is ideal for rinsing off wetsuits, surfboards, pets, and little ones.

We welcome one dog, but if you'd like to bring more than one then please let us know as we sometimes allow two smaller ones to stay. A highchair, cot and stairgates are also available.

Explore the best of Cornwall - Porthcothan Bay awaits with its golden sands, stunning cliffs, and excellent surfing conditions just a short 5-minute walk from the cottage. This award-winning beach, patrolled by lifeguards from April to September, is a family-friendly destination perfect for building sandcastles, exploring rock pools, or simply relaxing by the sea. The beach is also dog-friendly, making it a great spot for your furry friends.

For bookings and more information please contact Finest Retreats.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Wood stove

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • One pet total
  • Fee: GBP 25
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,507 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

Checkin 16:00-20:00

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 25
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
1 total pets
Note from host: Dangerous animals not allowed.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: GBP 25
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property is also known as

497923

About the area

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Porthcothan Bay

What's nearby

  • Porthcothan Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Constantine Bay Beach - 5 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Harlyn Bay Beach - 7 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Trevone Bay Beach - 9 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Padstow Harbour - 9 min drive - 9.5 km

Getting around

  • St Columb Road Station - 21 min drive
  • Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Catch Seafood, Bar & Grill - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Wild Cafe at Bedruthan Hotel and Spa - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Doghouse - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Carnewas National Trust Café - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪DuchyGrub - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Porthcothan Mill Cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total). There's a fee of GBP 25. Service animals are exempt from fees.

What time is check-in at Porthcothan Mill Cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Porthcothan Mill Cottage?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Porthcothan Mill Cottage located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Porthcothan Beach and South West Coast Path Section 16 Trailhead. South West Coast Path Section 15 Trailhead and Pepper Cove are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

If you’re looking for a clean, homely and peaceful stay I would highly recommend.

Our stay at Porthcothan Mill Cottage was fantastic. 10 mins drive south of Padstow, ideally situated with easy access to Trevone, Harlyn and Treyarnon bays. The cottage itself is located just 5 mins walk from Porthcothan bay and has an amazing garden with stream that runs through. It had all the amenities we needed, a well equipped kitchen and good size bedrooms. The log burner in the sitting room was fantastic. We took our dog and after a run on the beach the outside shower and hose was perfect to ensure he was clean before entering the property. If you’re looking for a clean, homely and peaceful stay I would highly recommend.
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10/10 Excellent

Fully recommend and would like to come back in the summer

Great stay in a great little cottage, which was actually bigger than we expected. Kate was extremely helpful and a pleasure to deal with. The location is great, 10min walk to the beach - although during the winter proper walking gear is advised as it’s wet and muddy. I doubt the recent rain has helped, but the access track (lane), was very rough and rutted - not suitable for a sports car, this is probably worth a mention. Luckily we had kids and dogs onboard so were in an SUV.
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10/10 Excellent

Fantastic week at this peaceful cottage

We've just enjoyed a fantastic week at this peaceful cottage. The listing is spot on when it says the kitchen is well equipped, and there are lots of books, DVDs and board games for all ages to enjoy. It's a 5 minute walk to a great beach, and easy driving distance to many more. Bedrooms are comfortable (although this is an old rural building so you may need to evict a few 8 legged friends) and the cottage is very peaceful. If you're coming back from the beach the washing facilities are unbeatable with an outside shower, and utility room with a washer and dryer. Really handy. Private garden which is a sun trap too. We had a fab meal at Duchy Grub, and rode at Reen Manor Stables - recommend both. Thanks Kate!
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10/10 Excellent

We would definitely rebook.

Mill Cottage provided a wonderful winter getaway home from home. The cottage was spacious, comfortable and warm, even with sub-zero temperatures outside Kate hosted very well, quickly responding to our queries, and has fitted everything out thoughtfully and attractively. The kitchen is well-equipped and the whole cottage was very clean. We appreciated the welcome goodies very much and the ample supplies of fuel for the wood burner. The location is excellent for exploring this beautiful stretch of coastline and beyond.
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10/10 Excellent

What a gem!

What a gem! The Mill is just gorgeous! The cottage is spacious, well equipped and very comfortable. The garden and grounds are both beautiful and plentiful and the cottage is within a short walk from the stunning Porthcothan beach. Kate is the most wonderful host, so responsive and left us a delicious cream tea to welcome us! The Mill is so peaceful and very well positioned to visit many local beaches and nearby towns such as Padstow.
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10/10 Excellent

Great

We had a great stay here at Porthcothan. The cottage was exactly as described and very comfortable.