Last Minute Cottages in Charlestown

Reviews

What our customers say about their holidays

• Mr Tim Ketton-Locke - Verified booking

  The house is lovely with great décor. The themes blend in well and the kitchen is well equipped. The house is very clean and still has that new build feel. We stayed here, 2 children and 3 adults and loads of space. The soundproofing with the glass doors is good. The location is an excellent jumping off point, very close to a number of National Trust and beaches. Thank you. Places worth visiting- Flambards - if you have children or like a theme park - note free returns as much as you like for 7 days. Calyon Bay- stoney beach good for sheds and local swim. Polmear - stoney beach with some sand good for shells, not easy access and very small car park. Lost Garden of Heligan- Brilliant loads of great walks, recommend annual pass as save money after two visits. Farm shop there good and restaurant great. Mevagissey- use first carpark for all day parking £7. You can pay £5 and top up if needed. Post 2pm use next carpark as £2 is till next day. The first carpark is Willow carpark. The next one round the town is River Street. The Teacup tearoom is excellent, best scones and cream tea. No booking and very small. Looe- Great beach and lovely town. Best fish and chips EVER is in Ben Plaice. It's out of the town, but worth the drive and has parking. Gylly Beach - The beach café is great, parking cheap £4 or £5 for whole day. Park next to the beach if you arrive early otherwise by field next door. Falmouth - Great town can spend a good day wondering. We went to Fuel which have lovely staff and great food. Fowey - Kittows has a great selection or cheese and BBQ food. Brown Sugar does great food using Kittows products. Ruby's Ice Cream, the milkshakes are amazing. St Austell Brewery - Has the Hicks Bar, but also a shop selling local beers and wines cheaper. Worth a visit. Ozzell Bowl - small 8 lane 10 pin bowling, with slots 2p/10p machines and soft play. Charles Town - great place to eat of an evening, worth looking for events on The Lady Daphne, great music. Lanhydrock - great day out and excellent visitors attraction in the house. Long walk to the house, you can hire bikes there for off roading. Truro - great historic town with lovely Cathedral. Avoid the 10 pin bowling. Edies - Amazing local family friendly restaurant.

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• Helen - Verified booking

  Little Pippin was simply perfect.

  Immaculate inside and out, spotlessly clean, and with a luxurious design, I can honestly say I have never holidayed anywhere as wonderful as this. I've stayed in many self catering holiday apartments/chalets/lodges, but Little Pippin is head and shoulders above any of them. Things I loved : ALL of it !!! But specifically, the warm and genuine welcome from the owners and Reggie the dog; the glorious peaceful and light filled bedroom with its delicious linens and decadent bathroom; the well equipped and practical open plan kitchen and lounge; the access to the garden for a peaceful sunny read with a cuppa or a glass of vino - and the designated parking space right outside the front door. I'll say it again - perfect ! Ideally located for some lovely walks to Charlestown - which is stunning - and Carylon Bay and on to Par, both of which have glorious beaches just perfect for beach combing. The Eden Project is just up the road, and whilst pricey, is worth a visit just to marvel over the sheer audacity of what has been achieved. The Lost Gardens of Heligan is 20 minutes away by car and is a definite must see - a great way to spend a day. And Lanhydrock National Trust is also beautiful. And the return to Little Pippin after a day out was the icing on the cake ! Thankyou for a wonderful stay - I will be back !

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• Mrs Serle - Verified booking

  We had a fabulous family Christmas here - 2 adults, our 4 children (teens+early 20s) plus 2 dogs. As other reviewers have said, the property is immaculate. I still cannot believe how a place so spotless can be so genuinely welcoming to dogs. Food bowls and filled water bowls set out for the dogs on arrival, along with lovely treats for the people, and a beautifully decorated Christmas tree- thank you! We have stayed in many holiday cottages over the years and even though I loved most of them, I never unpack, instead I just live out of my bag for the week. This time the house was so clean and warm, with no ‘holiday house damp drawer smell’ that I unpacked immediately. Much easier! The location is very quiet and peaceful, with a lovely view over a field of horses, but it is only a short walk in to the town. There are several supermarkets 5 to 10 mins away by car and there are lots of beautiful beaches and walks nearby. The house is fully equipped, even down to having rechargeable torches in sockets in the kitchen and upstairs hall, and there is an outside tap and hose to clean dogs and wellies after muddy walks. Martin called a few days before we went, to welcome us and to check we knew how to get in, which was very kind. We all thoroughly recommend staying here!

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• David - Verified booking

  We stayed at Pirata in September 2024.

  We had a very mixed stay with the property. Firstly the plus points - The location is excellent and off road parking in Charlestown is at a premium so it was great that this was included. The kitchen was generally well equipped (however missing the microwave that was advertised) and the beds were comfortable. Unfortunately this was outweighed by the negatives. The cottage had not been cleaned prior to our arrival and we were unable to contact the owners. Sykes were eventually able to contact them the next day, but we had to spend a night in used beds. The bathroom was very dated, smelled damp and had an old flickering halogen light which only turned on intermittently. The bedroom had french doors looking out onto decking, which should have been lovely, however the doors were warped and did not close properly, the week we visited was cold and wet and there was therefore a constant draft from the doors making it impossible to warm the lower portion of the property. We were provided with a nominal refund for the lack of housekeeping on the first day, but this did not cover even 1/10th of the cost of the stay. Overall would not recommend, although as noted above location, parking and nearby Charlestown are fantastic.

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• Cristina - Verified booking

  Miner's Cottage is not just a place to stay, it's a site steeped in charm and character.

  But what truly distinguishes it is the warm hospitality of hosts Sonia and Paul. Their meticulous attention to detail transforms your stay into a homely experience that will leave you longing for more. Nestled in a prime location, the cottage offers easy access to major attractions such as the Eden Project, Charlestown Harbour, and the Minack Theatre. Despite being so well-placed, Miner's Cottage remains an affordably priced gem. The versatile accommodation is an idyllic retreat for couples seeking a romantic getaway, yet it's equally suited for family holidays. Sonia, ever the thoughtful hostess, even arranged a cot and changing table for our 5-month old daughter, truly exemplifying their commitment to ensuring guests have a comfortable stay. In summary, Miner's Cottage is a delightful blend of comfort, charm, and convenience, all made possible by the exceptional hosting of Sonia and Paul. We're looking forward to seeing them again!

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