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Puffin Burrow, a beautiful historic couples retreat at the bays edge.

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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space
  • Free WiFi

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 Burrow, a beautiful historic couples retreat at the bays edge.

Puffin Burrow, a beautiful historic couples retreat at the bays edge. Fabulous views, the sea lapping against your terrace. Listen to the waves and watch the sunrise over the sea from your super king bed.. Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: TV, Freesat, DVD Player, Amazon Echo, Electric Woodburner
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Range, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Coffee Machine, Washing Machine
First Floor:
Bedroom: Zip And Link Super Kingsize (6ft) Bed Ensuite: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet. Electric heaters, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Patio with garden furniture. Lower waterfront terrace (shared with cottage next door). On road parking, 50 yards away. High water mooring. No smoking. Please note: There are steep steps leading to the waterfront terrace which are unsuitable for the less mobile.. Puffin Burrow is a charming, historic, romantic couples retreat by the edge of the beautiful cove, in the traditional Cornish village of Portmellon.
There are wonderful sea views stretching out across pretty Chapel Point from the bedroom, living room, patio and lower terrace. Owned by an interior designer and an artist this 18th century traditional Fishermans cottage has been sensitively modernised whilst retaining its period character. With the glorious Cornish sea air and tranquil sounds of waves lapping just outside, Puffin Burrow offers a relaxing and calming escape to reinvigorate the soul.
The cottage is on the South West Coastal Path with great walks in both directions. Garden enthusiasts will appreciate the close proximity of the Eden Project and the Lost Gardens of Heligan. Others will love relaxing on their choice of two terraces, watching the day go by.
Portmellon is a quiet attractive cove surrounding a sandy beach. 50 yards from Puffin Burrow there is a traditional old smugglers pub serving local ales. There are kayak and paddle board hire facilities and an outside café in the summer months. Portmellon is a short walk away from the pretty harbour of Mevagissey with its quaint cottages around the fishing harbour supporting a great variety of pubs, shops and restaurants.
Free WiFi

This property is considered unsuitable for the less mobile.
There are large gaps between banister spindles.
Only dogs allowed at the property.

Property manager

Cottages.com

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Kitchen

  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Towels provided

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • Near the sea
  • On the lake
  • On the river

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

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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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: This property accepts a maximum of 1 pet(s)

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and 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

Property is also known as

1 Bedroom Accommodation in Portmellon Near Mevagissey
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About the neighborhood

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Portmellon, near Mevagissey

What's nearby

  • Pentewan Sands Beach - 8 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Caerhays Castle - 9 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Lost Gardens of Heligan - 10 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Charlestown Harbour - 12 min drive - 11.8 km
  • Eden Project - 23 min drive - 18.2 km

Getting around

  • St Austell Station - 19 min drive
  • Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪KFC - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Salamander - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Into the Woods - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Ship Inn - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Barley Sheaf at Gorran - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Puffin Burrow, a beautiful historic couples retreat at the bays edge. pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Puffin Burrow, a beautiful historic couples retreat at the bays edge.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Puffin Burrow, a beautiful historic couples retreat at the bays edge.?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Puffin Burrow, a beautiful historic couples retreat at the bays edge. located?

Situated by the ocean, this cottage is steps from Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and Polkirt Beach. South West Coast Path Section 32 Trailhead and South West Coast Path Section 31 Trailhead are also within 15 minutes.

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Puffin Burrow, a beautiful historic couples retreat at the bays edge. Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Dee

Had a wonderful week in this lovely cottage , amazingly situated location, fantastic views overlooki
Had a wonderful week in this lovely cottage , amazingly situated location, fantastic views overlooking the sea.Cottage was very comfy, well equipped and spotlessly clean, tastefully decorated retaining all its charm. Was great to have access to a lower small patio area where you could sit n practically touch the sea. Just a short walk to Mevagissy which we did every day at some point.Definately recommend, and would re visit in a heartbeat. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
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10/10 Excellent

Aileen

A great find, so we have booked again for next year.
A great find, so we have booked again for next year. I could not fault the cottage / location, my only recommendation going forward would be to provide a slip mat for the bath. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
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10/10 Excellent

Nico

Overall the stay was very enjoyable.
Overall the stay was very enjoyable. The cottage was exactly what we expected. It was clean, well equipped, and charmingly decorated. It's position on the water's edge allowed for some spectacular views. There are plenty of places to eat in nearby Mevagissey, which is only a 10 minute walk away. Most of them were open. Due to lockdown regulations, the Rising Sun in Portmellon was only serving drinks outside, and the Snack Shack was selling hot drinks and some essentials like milk and eggs. The only (small) convenience store we could find was the Mevagissey News (in Mevagissey itself). There are, however, many larger supermarkets in St. Austell, which is not too far away if required. We would recommend not driving through Mevagissey, as the risk of a traffic jam on Polkirt Hill is just not worth it. We always drove the long way through Gorran Churchtown and then to Pentewan. By the way, the Lost Gardens at Heligan are worth a visit, even if it is just for the tea room. The Wet Fish in Mevagissey Harbour sells fresh food daily. We tried the mussels (almost 2kg), and they were absolutely beautiful and tasty. Definitely worth a visit. For those who enjoy a round of golf, must try Carlyon Bay Golf Club. The views, and facilities are exceptional. If you tee off after 15:00, green fees are only £25.00, instead of the normal £55.00. Porthpean Golf Club, although not quite the same standard of golf course as Carlyon Bay, has equally spectacular views, and the staff are extremely welcoming and friendly. I would definitely recommend a round at Porthpean. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
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8/10 Good

JIm

We had a great stay at Puffin Burrow.
We had a great stay at Puffin Burrow...the location just above the water is absolutely stunning and very relaxing. The cottage had everything we needed, the bedroom is a good size with wonderful sea views. Fairly easy to park and unload, we left the car just down near the beach, less than 5 minutes walk. We arrived at night so the cottage was a bit hard to find, we couldn't see anything from the road that indicated where it was, eventually found the small gate and access, probably would have been much easier by daylight. The mattresses were pretty thin / didn't give much support, these could do with replacing.
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8/10 Good

Beverley

Had a great time staying at Puffin Burrow, lots on nice dog walks around and they can go on the beac
Had a great time staying at Puffin Burrow, lots on nice dog walks around and they can go on the beach at Portmellon in October. The views are really nice across the harbour.
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8/10 Good

Jan

We love coming here.
We love coming here. The views are absolutely stunning. But the cleaners don't do a very good job. There were cobwebs everywhere and the windows were filthy. With views like that you really need clean windows
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Absolutely beautiful little cottage in an amazing location.
Absolutely beautiful little cottage in an amazing location. Cottage was clean and tidy with everything we needed. Beautiful little bay with clear waters and sand. Had great days and evenings out in Mevagissey which is about 20 minutes walk. Rising sun pub just down the road. Good location for exploring the local area's and the South of Cornwall, major town is St Austell which is only about a 20 minute drive away. Will definitely be back.
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10/10 Excellent

Delia

Super cottage lying on bed listening to the waves crash on the sea wall is wonderful.
Super cottage lying on bed listening to the waves crash on the sea wall is wonderful. If you want peace and tranquility this is the place. Only one pub and no shop so be prepared to drive
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10/10 Excellent

Linda

A cozy and comfortable cottage in a spectacular setting.
A cozy and comfortable cottage in a spectacular setting. Very well equipped with everything we needed. Would definitely recommend to friends and family.
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10/10 Excellent

David

W
What a beautiful position loved every minute great walk into mevagissey
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8/10 Good

Michael

We have been to Puffin Burrow many times, and return because the location is wonderful, and accommod
We have been to Puffin Burrow many times, and return because the location is wonderful, and accommodation is very good too. We will return.
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10/10 Excellent

michael

Perfect little hideaway for a couple.
Perfect little hideaway for a couple. Had everything we needed. Pottmellon has a great little pub, but nothing else. Mevagissey is 20 min walk, and has everything else you would need. Highly recommended.
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10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

We nearly didn't attempt the 4hr journey down to Cornwall because of the heavy snowfall, but soooo g
We nearly didn't attempt the 4hr journey down to Cornwall because of the heavy snowfall, but soooo glad we did. Puffin Burrow was in the most beautiful location. Watching the sun rise and set whilst lying in bed was quite an experience!. The cottage was very comfortable and cozy and everything that we hoped it would be. Let us know if it comes on the Market!