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Puffin Cottage - Perfect for couples or a family holiday in Cornwall

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Beach nearby, sun loungers
Smart TV, printers
Beach nearby, sun loungers
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

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3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 692 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
    Beach view
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space

About this property

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

Puffin Cottage - Perfect for couples or a family holiday in Cornwall

Puffin Cottage Portreath is a luxury 3 bed holiday home in the lovely village of Portreath on the north coast of Cornwall, half way between St Ives and Newquay.

The cottage has a large modern kitchen/diner which catches the morning sun, making it a wonderful space to have a relaxing breakfast, that is if you are not outside in the courtyard garden, tucking into a delicious breakfast of fresh pastries, or maybe a traditional saffron bun from the local Portreath Bakery, only a couple of minutes walk away. At the end of an active day the contemporary lounge, which catches the evening sun, is the perfect place to relax, chat with family or friends or watch a spot of tv, and, in the winter it takes on a very cosy feel with the multi fuel burner giving additional warmth and a focal point to the room. On the first floor there are two double bedrooms, one of which can be set up as a twin, and a third which has a bunk bed, perfect for the children. The bedrooms are themed 'Woodland Retreat', 'Silver Sea' and 'Beach Days' and have been decorated to be relaxing spaces to aid a good night's sleep. There is also a modern, relaxing bathroom which has a bath with shower above.

Puffin Cottage also has a large porch, a garage for storing bikes, surf boards etc and off road parking to the rear. There is a paved front garden and an enclosed courtyard garden to the rear which has some relaxing chairs and also a six seater dining set, perfect for those warm summer evenings of al fresco dining.

Being situated in Portreath, Puffin Cottage benefits from being in a fantastic location, only 2 minutes walk from Portreath's wonderful sandy beach, which is manned by lifeguards all summer. Within a minutes walk is 'Baby Beach' which is perfect for young children. The beach has numerous rock pools and one, 'Rocky Pool'which is large enough to swim in if you don't fancy the open water! In summer look out for seals and dolphins which can often be seen!
There are also some beautiful walks from the village, taking in the magnificent coastal views of the north cliffs, as well as wooded areas full of bird life.

If you like getting out on a bike, then the coast to coast off road cycle trail may be for you which starts in Portreath and treks cross country to a nice pub stop by the estuary!

Portreath has a couple of pubs which serve good food, Portreath Bakery, a village store, a hairdressers, a chinese takeaway, a fish & chip takeaway and several cafes, as well as bike and surf board hire.

Portreath is only a 10 min drive from the A30, the main dual carriageway through Cornwall, and this makes it easy to tour the various attractions across the county, but to stay in a lovely 'base' village on the coast.

So, whether you are a couple looking for a romantic break, or a family looking for something for everyone, come and stay at the lovely Puffin Cottage for your perfect home away holiday.

Property manager

Tamsin

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach sun loungers

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Spices
  • Blender
  • Electric kettle

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Printer
  • Desk

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Recycling
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Water-efficient toilets only
  • Unit size: 990 sq ft (92 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Map
Portreath, England

What's nearby

  • Portreath Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • West Cornwall Adventure - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Porthtowan Beach - 13 min drive - 7.1 km
  • St Ives Harbour - 24 min drive - 24.9 km
  • Carbis Bay Beach - 26 min drive - 22.5 km

Getting around

  • Camborne Station - 11 min drive
  • Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Portreath Beach Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Cornish Pantry - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Robartes Arms - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Puffin Cottage - Perfect for couples or a family holiday in Cornwall pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Puffin Cottage - Perfect for couples or a family holiday in Cornwall?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Puffin Cottage - Perfect for couples or a family holiday in Cornwall?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Puffin Cottage - Perfect for couples or a family holiday in Cornwall located?

This family-friendly Redruth cottage is located by the sea, within a 5-minute walk of Portreath Beach and South West Coast Path Section 18 Trailhead. Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and West Cornwall Adventure are also within 10 minutes.

Puffin Cottage - Perfect for couples or a family holiday in Cornwall Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 43 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 43 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 43 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jane C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful week
It's a very well organised and clean house. It has lovely colour schemes and is very welcoming.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous property
Puffin cottage was beautiful..clean and tidy..perfect location just 3 minutes walk from beach which is lovely..ideal base for touring cornwall..We were a family of 6, 4 adults 2 children it met all our needs..large family bathroom..beds comfy.. will definitely rebook..parking for 2 cars out the back of the property.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely property
A very clean property with a good location roughly between St ives and Perranporth, with Portreath beach on the doorstep. We will definitely be returning.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sasha C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Summer holiday
Fabulously clean and ideally located to explore all of Cornwall.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paula A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Puffin Cottage
Lovely property in prime location
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Johannes F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great cottage
We had a great stay at Puffin Cottage. The location is excellent, very close to the beach, and all in the house was clean and worked out perfectly well. We can truly recommend this place!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Ideal for coastal path walks.
Relaxing stay so close to the beach with lovely walks along the coast path.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carl J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Portrearth Holiday Cottage
Lovely cottage very handily located just a couple of minutes walk to the beach and other local facilities. Comfortable accommodation with a nice little outside patio area which is a real sun-trap.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

JOHN A.

Liked: Cleanliness
WONDERFUL STAY!
Puffin Cottage is presented to a very high standard in all aspects. The decor and furniture are excellent and there is a very well-equipped and spacious kitchen including a dining area. The lounge has a Smart T.V. - as do the double bedrooms - and there is plenty of comfortable seating. The bathroom is very modern with a showerbath - make sure you read the instructions in the property manual for getting hot water and operating the taps - . Outside, the patio area at the back of the house is a great place to catch the sun during the morning and afternoon, and in the evening the front garden is an equally good place to sit and watch the world go by. The garage provided a very useful place to store beach equipment and body boards. Puffin Cottage is less than 2 minutes walk to the beach, which was fantastic. Within 5 minutes you can be on the coastal footpaths along the headlands and cliffs that are on either side of Portreath. The bakery, shop and Chinese Takeaway are a 2-3 minute walk, and there is a Tesco Superstore a 10-minute drive away. There are several pleasant pubs in the village. Tamsin was a very attentive and helpful host before and during our visit. Portreath is a lovely, friendly place and the glorious Cornish weather was the icing on the cake for us. We had a wonderful stay in the perfect Puffin Cottage!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay!!
Lovely house in a brilliant location!! Tamsin was a fabulous host and very communicative. We’ll definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Grace G.

Liked: Cleanliness
A great beachside base!
What a wonderful holiday at Puffin Cottage. The location is perfect for exploring near and far. Portreath beach is right on the doorstep and great for swimming, body boarding, and surfing. The is also good access to the south west coastal path for spectacular local walks. The village caters for all your needs with a small shop, fantastic bakery, and a number of great places to eat. Being just 10 minutes from the A30 means it is easy to explore most other parts of Cornwall by car too. The house itself is lovely; very modern and clean with all the home comforts you could want. Tamsin and Mark are great hosts, who promptly respond if you have any problems. The pasties and wine on arrival were a thoughtful touch too. Just the holiday we needed!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julie L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Accommodation & Great Location
Great accommodation, has everything you need to make your stay comfortable The location for the beach was perfect just 2 minutes which is great for those who like surfing/bodyboarding/ swimming or just walking on the beach. There are plenty of great cafe’s and eateries nearby all of which provided great snacks and food when we went. We will definitely be booking again and highly recommend . A*****
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Daniel N.

Liked: Cleanliness
An Excellent Stay
If you want to be close to the beach then this property is perfect. A short stroll and you're there. The property was meticulously clean and well kitted out and any problems we had the hosts were quick to respond and resolve for us.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Diane S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely cottage, great base for exploring Cornwall
Lovely cottage, all mo cons, clean and bright. Great communication with the owner. Lovely beach a stone's throw away, or great base for exploring Cornwall.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

wendy s., 27 Burton Close, Tamworth, Staffs. B798UB

Liked: Cleanliness
Family holiday get together
The cottage and location was lovely. So nice to be near the beach. Cottage was very clean and very well equipped. Location easy to get to lots of different places and also some lovely walks.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jayne B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything you want for a relaxing holiday.
Puffin Cottage is a clean, well presented family place to spend your holiday break. The well equipped kitchen has everything you need for a self catering holiday. Best places for eating out The Portreath Arms and the Bait Shed. One minute from the beautiful beach, what more do you need? Thank you Tasmin and Mark.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gemma B., Leicestershire

Liked: Cleanliness
Great home and location
Very clean and well looked after home with great facilities. Fantastic location for exploring Cornwall.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location close to the beach
Just returned from a great stay at Puffin Cottage. Property is clean and modern and has everything you need for your stay. Portreath is a really nice place to base yourself to explore western Cornwall. Chinese takeaway was good as was Sanders fish and chips but disappointed with trip to Portreath Arms. Best pasties came from St Agnes bakery along the coast.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christine R., British

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful and perfect
Great location for the beach. High standard of furnishings and cleanliness. A very relaxing holiday.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rachel H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Puffin Cottage
The cottage is beautiful and in a great location. Everything you need and we wouldn’t hesitate to book again
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

M. G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful...
Perfect Accommodation !!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Suzi W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent accommodation in a beautiful location
The house is very comfortable and has all the equipment you’re likely to need - and much more! It’s a short walk and a flight of steps to the lovely beach and has space for surfboards in the garage. The owners are very approachable and helpful. There are scenic walks along the cliffs tops, round the locality and the nearby country park and some really excellent food at the Portreath Arms and The Bait Shed. The harbour is picturesque and the beach is sandy with a few caves and rock pools. There is something for everyone and we highly recommend a stay in Puffin Cottage.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Guy E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
What a fantastic property and superb location, when we arrived everything was ready to go and couldn’t have asked for a better experience. Thank you Mark & Tamsin
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tom G., Dorking

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect property ,perfect location
Puffin cottage was very clean ,tidy and welcoming. Very well equipped and comfortable. Portreath had everything we required..would not hesitate to book again.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Super beach and house
The house is very clean and set up with everything you could reasonably need while on holiday. The beds are comfortable and the sofas too. Wi-Fi speed is excellent. The house is only a stone’s throw from the beach and also from the local shop, several cafes and a Chinese takeaway. So easy. And the beach itself was wonderful. Perfect for surfing or body-boarding, and there’s a well stocked surf shop in the village if you need to replace any kit. We loved our week here and wouldn’t hesitate to return and recommend it to friends.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022