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Rock Cottage is a beautiful, traditional cottage in an amazing location perched on the rocks above Portmellon beach, at high tide the water laps around the property but recedes to expose a lovely expanse of sand and a plethora of rock pools. You won't find a property in Cornwall closer to the water without getting wet!
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Book NowRock Cottage is a 17th Century, traditional, detached cottage that is perched on the rocks above Portmellon beach with stunning sea views from every room, exposed beams, an open plan living area with a cosy fire, and two spacious bedrooms. The owners take great pride in supplying their guests with a perfect, convivial environment, from arrival treats for any guest dogs, home baked welcome cakes and even packing a beach bag just in case you have left something behind! One thing is certain, this will be a memorable holiday destination for all the right reasons!
Portmellon is a quiet unspoilt cove with a sandy beach and slipway. It is only a 10 minute walk to the historic fishing port of Mevagissey, a tiny seaside village of small alleyways and traditional buildings, with a selection of restaurants and pubs and shops. Once a busy pilchard port, Mevagissey still has a small fishing fleet but also offers scenic and fishing trips, boat hire and the ferry to Fowey.
Accommodation
Ground Floor: Enter into large, open plan living / kitchen / dining area. Sea views from all windows, fitted kitchen units and appliances, dining table and seats and comfortable sofas around an open fire and Freeview TV. Staircase leads to;
First Floor: Opens into landing area with door that leads directly onto the road outside. Further doors to; twin bedroom with sea views and storage, master bedroom with sea views and storage, family bathroom with shower over, WC and hand basin.
Exterior: South facing sun terrace with seating and magnificent sea views.
Facilities & Services
Heating is via electric night storage heaters and the open fire. The kitchen has a range of equipment. There is an electric oven and hob, dishwasher, microwave, toaster, kettle, fridge / freezer, washing machine and tumble dryer. The sitting room area has a flatscreen, Freeview TV & DVD player. There is an iron & ironing board. Free WiFi is available at the property.
Miscellaneous
Electricity, heating, bed linen, towels and beach towels are all included. Up to two dogs are welcome at the small additional fee of £30 per dog per week, but please note dogs may not be left unattended in the property at any time. Although dogs are accepted at Rock Cottage, they are not allowed on the beach during July, August or September. No smoking is allowed at the property. There is no parking at the property but you can park in the Rising Sun Car park opposite for a small fee or there is on street parking nearby.
General Booking Information
Arrival / Departure is a Saturday only.
£250 pre-authorised to your credit or debit card as a security deposit is required.
Portmellon is ideally suited to visit the world famous Eden Project, The Lost Gardens Of Heligan and the famous port of Charlestown. It is placed on the Coastal Footpath which runs past the cottage and offers a wealth of destinations both along the coast and inland. Portmellon has a variety of beaches nearby, from the family friendly Gorran Haven to the isolated Vault Beach near Dodman Point. Water sports and cycle hire are on offer at Pentewan.
Meander along narrow lanes past tiny beaches through the beautiful Roseland to St. Mawes. From here take the passenger ferry to Falmouth sailing through the third deepest harbour in the world to visit quayside pubs and restaurants and see The Maritime Museum.
From Rock Cottage you are only a drive away from King Arthur's seat at Tintagel, or Doc Martin's seat at Port Isaac, or an artist's seat at The Tate in St Ives. But, perhaps the nicest part of our location is that without moving you can just sit within touching distance of the sea, and enjoy the view!
Review Date:2019-06-05
Guest from Frodsham stayed for 7 nights.
Very enjoyable stay owner met us on arrival with cake fresh eggs and milk even made us a cuppa. loved it location perfect and such a clean cottage views were amazing
We try and make the cottage as we would like to find it if we were on holiday. As cleaner as well as tea maker I am delighted the cottage was clean as well as welcoming. Many thanks for your review.
Review Date:2019-05-16
Guest from Caterham stayed for 7 nights.
We stayed at Rock Cottage with another couple and our dog - all of us enjoyed our visit very much, the Cottage was clean and well equipped - had some very pleasant evenings sitting by the log burner on the comfy sofas. We really appreciated the cake, milk and eggs left by the owners. Stuart met us when we arrived, and gave us a great tip about the walk from Fowey to Polruan, which is well worth doing. It was amazing to go to sleep to the sound of the waves- like being on a boat without the seasickness! The little patio area is also lovely to use - its close to the road, but the wall keeps it secluded enough. No problem with noise from the pub opposite, and it's worth a visit for a quiet drink if you can't be bothered to walk to the popular pubs in Mevagissey. Meva is an easy walk anyway, with some great places to eat and drink. All in all a perfect holiday.
Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a fabulous review. I think your write up is better than ours!!
Review Date:2018-08-30
Guest from Southfields stayed for 7 nights.
Rock Cottage a wonderful Cornish cottage filled with everything and we mean everything you could possibly need. The owners had left fresh eggs from their own chickens and homemade cake. Milk, coffee, tea and sugar also supplied so wonderful after a long journey to just sit and make a drink. Biscuits and blanket left for our little puppy. The cottage was beautifully clean, tidy and in the most fantastic location. A beach bag filled with towels and picnic equipment what a great idea was also left for us to use. The owner was so friendly and helpful, a pleasure to meet. If you are thinking of staying in Portmellon try and book Rock Cottage you won't be dissappointed. A big Thank You for letting us stay in such a wonderful holiday home.
WOW! Thank you so much for your lovely comments. A pleasure to meet you and hope to see you again soon.
Review Date:2018-08-05
Guest from Derby stayed for 7 nights.
location, relaxing on terrace, local people, beach, host Stuart, welcome pack (especially homemade cake from Mel), facilities, local pub (great meals), everything you need inside property, waking up to sound of sea lapping around you. PERFECTION. Book this wonderful gem now. You wont be disappointed.
It is so great when our guests enjoy their stay. Thank you so much for such a brilliant review
Review Date:2018-06-28
Guest from Ormskirk stayed for 14 nights.
If you want to be close to the sea, Rock cottage is for you! Portmellon is ideal for a quiet relaxing holiday but not too far from the local amenities. The perfect base to explore Cornwall. The cottage itself is beautiful, spotlessly clean and packed with everything you might need on holiday (from beach towels to books to picnic basket!) Would definitely stay again, we are missing the superb sea views out of every window.
Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a kind review. We try to make the cottage as we would like to find it, and equip it to make our guests stay easy and pleasurable. We love living in Portmellon and it is great when our guests enjoy visiting us.
Review Date:2018-05-18
Guest from Redhill stayed for 7 nights.
A beautiful cottage in a fabulous location, if you like your own personal sun terrace with a sea view this is the place for you! Lots to do locally, lovely walks along the clifftop & not far from Eden & Heligan. The cottage has all mod cons required to give you that home from home experience, very comfortable & highly recommended.
Many thanks for your fabulous review. We try and put into the cottage with the things we need when we go on holiday, like a beach bag and a properly equipped kitchen. Pleased you enjoyed the location and hope to see you again soon.
Location: Portmellon
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Location: Mevagissey
Fulmar Cottage is a sweet little property overlooking Mevagissey harbour, where the tranquil sounds of a traditional Cornish fishing port will wash over you. The cottage is a few yards from the 15th century Fountain Inn and a short walk takes you to the bustling, narrow streets or pretty harbour.
Location: Mevagissey
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Location: Pentewan
The Customs House, immaculately refurbished to the very highest standard by its fastidious owner, nestles by the inner harbour in the peaceful little seaside village of Pentewan. With the sandy beach right on the doorstep and the bustling fishing village of Mevagissey 5 minutes away, this comfortable cottage is the ideal base for both family summer holidays and romantic winter breaks for two.
Discounts available for couples staying for 7 nights outside the peak season, using one room only.
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Location: St Austell
Your lasting memory of a holiday at Tregolfva will be of the absolutely stunning, breath-taking view across St Austell Bay towards Fowey and beyond. Couple that with golf on your doorstep, the delights of The Eden Project, The Lost Gardens of Heligan and the picturesque Roseland Peninsula and you will be booking a return visit before you know it! A dog friendly cottage with garden.
Location: St Austell
This beautifully converted barn is in lovely countryside north of Tregony at the gateway to the Roseland Peninsula. A truly superb place to stay, this conversion is centrally heated and double glazed, yet retains its undoubted character, with oak timber floors, exposed stonework, a newly fitted kitchen and bathrooms.
Discounts available for couples staying for 7 nights outside the peak season, using one room only.
Location: St Austell
Ideally located to explore the whole of Cornwall, close to the Eden Project, Lost Gardens of Heligan and in the open countryside a short drive to some beautiful south coast beaches this superb stone barn conversion always receives great reviews from our guests. With the advantage of having a well stocked coarse fishing lake on site and 8 acres of farmland & wooded grounds to explore at your leisure.
Discounts available for couples staying for 7 nights outside the peak season, using one room only.
