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Love Shack by the Beach

Escape to a seaside haven where you can soak up ocean views from your own private garden or expansive deck. You'll feel right at home in this cozy beach shack by Maenporth Beach.

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Property grounds
On the beach
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor dining
On the beach

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire chalet

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6100 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

About this property

Entire place

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

Love Shack by the Beach

My Love Shack (The Nook), is located directly opposite Maenporth Beach, near Falmouth in Cornwall.

A true Home from Home experience and one step up from camping.

Fully furnished but you MUST bring your own Bedding (Duvets, Pillows and Covers), Towels and Toiletries.

My family purchased The Nook and Cranny in August 2009. The Cranny has recently been replaced by The Beach House, which is located right next door.

I do have plans to replace The Nook in the future, with something a little more up to date, but I thought I'd let family and friends enjoy it first (and you of course). Sharing is caring right?

So here's your chance to experience this little gem and enjoy what I trust will be a memorable and enjoyable beach holiday in this magical location by the sea.

LOCATION, LOCATION......

The Nook is a step up from camping, with 3 bedrooms, open plan living/dining room, a full kitchen and a family bathroom, with mains pressure hot water shower - AND IT'S ON THE BEACH!!!

The Nook has an enclosed, level, child-friendly garden and a huge timber deck, both directly opposite the beach, with stunning views of Falmouth Bay, Pendennis Castle, St. Anthony's Lighthouse and further out to sea.

Both the garden and deck are shared with the owners of the adjacent Beach House, which is immediately next door and was completed in May 2019. It is not shown in all the pictures, so as to avoid any confusion or get you too excited.

Hey, you're getting a good deal but not that good!

SO WHY'S IT SO CHEAP?

Here's why it's such a great deal. It's likely cheaper than Camping or Glamping and probably cheaper than staying in a Surf Pod, Holiday Cottage, Apartment, Youth Hostel, Bed & Breakfast, Guest House or Hotel (especially if there are 6 of you staying).

You're going to be Camping/Self Catering, in an old timber Beach Shack (Cabin, Lodge, Bungalow).

You will need to take all your own bedding (including sheets, pillows, pillow cases, blankets, duvets, sleeping bags, etc) plus towels (including beach towels), shampoo, soap, shower gel, shaving stuff, toilet rolls and all personal items, food and drink you need and would expect to take if you were camping. You remember those days right?

Don't worry if you do forget something.

CO-OP is less than 2km away and only 4 minutes by car, on the way to Falmouth - Mongleath Ave, Falmouth TR11 4PN

POST OFFICE & STORE - Mawnan Smith is only 3 km away and 5 minutes by car - The Post Office, The Square, Mawnan Smith, Falmouth TR11 5EP

ASDA, LIDL, SAINSBURYS and Falmouth Town are only 6km away and 10 minutes by car.

ASDA - Jennings Rd, Penryn TR10 9LY
CO-OP - Mongleath Ave, Falmouth TR11 4PN
LIDL - Falmouth Rd, Falmouth TR10 8AB
SAINSBURYS - Ashfield Rd, Falmouth TR11 2RZ

DINING OUT

The Award Winning Cove Restaurant and Bar is less than 100m from your doorstep, with stunning views from the large terrace overlooking Maenporth Beach and Falmouth Bay.

There's also a cafe, restaurant and at least 1 decent Pub in Mawnan Smith, plus some fantastic waterside pubs, hotels and restaurants less than 10 minutes away by car.

SELF CATERING FACILITIES

There is basic cooking equipment (oven & hob), kitchen utensils and washing facilities, including a washing machine and maybe even a tumble dryer. Please look after them and do not overload them or leave them turned on when not in use.

The Air Conditioning units may even be working when you're there but it's not guaranteed (due to the seaside climate). Again, please don't leave them on when not required or when you're out.

The Nook is by the sea and you may experience 'Cornish Mist' and the occasional chilly Sea Breeze. You WILL get condensation on windows from time to time. The trick is to keep the place well ventilated as much as possible and just wipe the windows now and then, mopping up any condensation from windows and sills. Do NOT leave books, phones, tablets, laptops, cameras and other valuables on window sills or by the windows. They could get damp and I can accept no responsibility for any damage to your personal belongings. You have been warned.

The price you pay includes electric and water (there's no gas) and there will be no refunds whatsoever - especially if things don't work properly (Phone Signal, Air Con or WIFI) - or if it rains!

Remember, you're Camping in an old timber shack by the sea!!! But at least you're not in a tent ;-)

Our family love this place and I'm sure you will too.

We still visit and stay in The Nook now and again, so we'd really appreciate it if you would look after our little timber Love Shack by the beach and leave it clean and tidy when you go home.

We operate a 'Clean and Go' Policy, so you will not be charged a Cleaning Fee. A Hoover and Cleaning Products will be provided and a £150 deposit will be returned if you leave our home clean and tidy and no damage has been caused during your stay.

That means no skid marks in the loo and no toothpaste, food, fat and hair in basins and plug holes please.

AND FINALLY

Please sign and leave comments in my Guest Book before you go and make sure you leave the keys for our next guests.

Have fun and I truly hope you have an amazing and memorable stay in my Love Shack by the beach.....

Property manager

THE LOVE SHACK

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Paper towels
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront
  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Water sports equipment
  • Golfing on site
  • Kayak on site
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 1076 sq ft (100 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM

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
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
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

Property is also known as

Love Shack on the Beach
Love Shack By The Falmouth
Love Shack by the Beach Falmouth
Love Shack by the Beach Private vacation home
Love Shack by the Beach Private vacation home Falmouth

About the neighborhood

Map
Falmouth, England

What's nearby

  • Maenporth Beach - 3 min walk
  • Swanpool Beach - 5 min drive
  • Falmouth University - 5 min drive
  • Trebah Gardens - 8 min drive
  • Gyllyngvase Beach - 15 min drive

Getting around

  • Penmere Station - 7 min drive
  • Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Gylly Beach Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Maenporth Beach Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Hooked on the Rocks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Princess Pavilion - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Penmere Fish Bar - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Love Shack by the Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Love Shack by the Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Love Shack by the Beach?

Check-out is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Love Shack by the Beach located?

Nestled on the beach, this Falmouth chalet is just steps from The Lizard and Maenporth Beach. Bream Cove and Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Love Shack by the Beach Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 128 out of 139 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 139 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 139 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 139 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 139 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joanne W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little place to stay.
Easy and quite place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sophie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love this place... all about the beach
Great place if you like to swim in the sea...
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carmen F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous
Lovely simple place to stay. Beautiful location fabulous ive booked again for next year
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anita M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing stay at the nook
Always a pleasure to stay here so convenient and friendly host on hand.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenny D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just what we needed
Comfortable, well equipped and in a great location for visiting busy Falmouth and beyond, while still enjoying some quiet winter calm and beautiful Cornish walks and scenery. We had breakfast on the deck one morning; a real treat in November! Great communication before during and after our stay. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pat M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pat
An amazing place to stay, if you want a beachfront property.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joley M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Great
Lovely place to stay, owner is very good at responding to any queries
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colin D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Summer sun
Perfect spot for beach and getting around plus all you need in this property by the beach
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Holiday at the Nook
Stayed with granddaughters 10 & 12 , they were both happy and enjoyed staying at the Nook , it was ideal for us as a family.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little shack, brilliant location
From start to finish a great stay! H was brilliant at keeping us informed of check in process and we found the shack clean and well stocked for all our needs. Located where it is on the beach made it a great stay! Falmouth town is less than 10 mins away so plenty to see and do! Our whole family enjoyed the trip and we will be visiting again in years to come!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jon W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location
We had a super stay. It’s in a superb location and our host communicated really well in the run up throughout our stay. Can definitely recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Helen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely location
Very helpful host and lovely spot for a family break
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

DANIEL H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Summer week away
The house is everything you need. All rooms are air conditioned and the facilities are terrific. The location is absolutely stunning. Just over a small road from the beach couldn't ask for a better location. It was a pleasure to stay here.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nick B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lovely week by Maenporth beach
We had a very relaxed stay at the Nook, a wonderful old beach property literally a stones throw from Maenporth beach. H our host was great, always very responsive to any questions we had and the stuff he send over about location etc was extremely helpful. If it wasn’t for the 9 hour drive there and back from Grantham, I’m sure we’d go back every year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

James B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent stay...
Great little place in an excellent location. communication with Hadyn equally excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

paul m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely as ever
Our third stay at the Love Shack. Beautiful location, comfortable place and great communication from Haydn. Heartily recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Short but well
You find everything you need for a trip to the coast of Cornwall. And it is the right if you are looking for silence.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tamara S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Location!
Amazing location right on the beach!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

GARETH S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Nook
Excellent cosy accommodation with everything you need and it’s on the beach. Everything we expected and more, the location is fantastic. Really good communication throughout from the owner Hadyn, always a prompt reply to any questions I had.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
good location: relaxing staycation.
Ideal place to sit on the beach with a good book and watch the world go by. We left with happy memories of a nice holiday.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

paul m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely place so close to the beach
Home from home. A great place to relax, take coastal walks and enjoy the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

lorraine b.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beachside stay
Great little cabin just a few steps from the beach. Ideal base to explore cornwall. Would book again. 😊
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Veronica P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Cornish gem
Perfect for a lovely peaceful holiday
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sophie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic place for sea dipping
Perfect for me just a walk over to the beach and into the sea. One day a very curious seal joined me. Will definitely be back
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

raymond s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nook
Very quaint and cosy and so near the beach
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023