Guests say
Sea Cliff Cottage in St. Austell, Cornwall, is highly praised for its beautiful decor, stunning location, and attentive housekeeping. Guests have enjoyed the well-equipped cinema room, luxurious hot tub, and thoughtful touches like a welcome hamper. While some minor maintenance issues and the effort required to heat the hot tub have been noted, the overall experience is one of comfort, relaxation, and exceptional service.
The cottage received high marks for cleanliness, with many guests noting it was very clean upon arrival. One mention of a minor issue with electrics was quickly resolved, indicating good maintenance of cleanliness standards.
The location is frequently described as excellent, with easy access to coastal walks, local amenities, and stunning views. Some guests found the access route challenging, but this did not significantly detract from the overall positive feedback.
Comfort is consistently highlighted, with guests appreciating the luxurious bedding, spacious rooms, and cosy log burner. A few guests mentioned some furniture being uncomfortable and a bed feeling sloped, which slightly affected the comfort score.
Facilities like the cinema room and hot tub are well-received, but the wood-fired hot tub's heating time and maintenance issues have led to some dissatisfaction. Overall, the facilities are considered good, but there is room for improvement.
Guests have expressed gratitude for the thoughtful touches, such as welcome hampers and treats. While these gestures are highly appreciated, it is politely noted that such gifts are subject to availability and not guaranteed.
About this property
This splendid Grade II listed Georgian cottage oozes indulgence and style just moments from Pentewan Sands near St Austell. Sea Cliff Cottage is a year-round favourite, with a wood-burning stove and a series of terraced gardens that are well equipped for sunset dinners, soaking in the eco hot tub or relaxing on the loungers with drinks. The two luxurious bedrooms have dedicated bathrooms. There is a spacious dining room adjacent to the smart kitchen, with an impressively styled sitting room with uber-stylish velvet sofas and chair. The cosy movie room has Netflix available and even comes with an PlayStation and popcorn!
Outside space is not a problem at Sea Cliff Cottage, with a front terrace offering dining with a large gas BBQ and a pretty green rural outlook. In addition, from the first floor there is access to the three-tiered terraced garden at the rear. On the first tier, you will find an outdoor kitchen with a coal barbecue, there is dining on this level. A small flight of steeper steps will take you higher up to the sunbathing tier where you will find a wood-fired Eco hot tub and rocking sun loungers for relaxing in complimentary spa robes. Nearby Pentewan Beach is a large expanse of golden sand with excellent conditions for kayaking, water skiing or just an afternoon dip.
You can access the beach by turning left out of the cottage and following the path down to the beach. To sample some true Cornish harbours and inlets, travel a short distance to atmospheric Charlestown or slightly further to popular Mevagissey. Sea Cliff Cottage is bound to appeal to visitors looking for a luxurious spacious boutique-style retreat in Cornwall's Riviera on the South coast.
The perfect Cornish fishing village, with winding cobbled streets and a picturesque harbour full of boats. Stunning walks lead along the coast in both directions, with sandy beaches, high cliffs and hidden coves to explore. The village has an excellent selection of pubs and restaurants, whilst just up the road are the Lost Gardens of Heligan. A ferry from Mevagissey to Fowey also runs daily between Easter and September. Spend some time at the Tall Ships harbour at Charlestown (7 miles) with its shipwreck museum, or among the tropical biomes of the world-famous Eden Project (11 miles). The stunning coastline, fabulous beaches and renowned gardens of the beautiful Roseland Peninsula are a short drive down the coast while Truro, with its shops, restaurants, theatre and cathedral can be reached by car in half an hour.
Accommodation
Over two floors.
Two bedrooms: 1 x first floor duper king-size double, 1 x super king, zip and link - singles on request.
Bathroom with free standing bath, separate shower, basin and WC.
Shower room with walk in rain shower, basin and WC.
Ground floor cloakroom with basin and WC.
Kitchen.
Utility.
Dining room.
Sitting room with wood burning stove.
Movie/Games room.
Oil central heating with woodburning stove.
Electric oven and hob, Nespresso coffee machine, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, 55" Smart TV with Netflix in the movie room, DVD, PlayStation, WiFi, DAB Radio.
Smart TVs in bedrooms.
Fuel and power inc in rent.
Bed linen, bathrobes and bath towels inc in rent.
Cot and highchair available.
Off-road parking for three cars.
Private terraced gardens over several levels front and rear with lawned areas, patios, wood-fired eco hot tub, tables and chairs, rocking recliners, sun loungers and two BBQs.
One well-behaved pet welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop, pub and Beach Shack restaurant in village 2 minutes walk.
Note: The wood-fired hot tub will take around 3 hours to heat, putting logs in when required over this period.
After use put the cover on and then the next day it should only take around 1 hour to heat.
Note: Xmas and New Year bookings must commence on the standard change over day of Friday.
Nearby points of interest
- Eden Project
Reviews (73)
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Joanne
We stayed at this beautiful cottage for a week at the end of December 24 and into the New year. It was to celebrate our youngest daughters 18th birthday. Claire went out of her way to make sure we had everything we needed, even offered us an extra free night. The hamper was amazing and the cottage was perfect. Such comfy beds and sofas. We enjoyed many walks and the local pub was fantastic. Would recommend 100% staying at this beautiful cottage. Thank you so much for a lovely holiday.
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Ellie
Beds were really comfortable and ample bathrooms for ease and comfort. Very well equipped. Only downside was the time we had to invest in heating hot tub, it took 7 hours and lots of manning, we couldnât go out because we needed to check the fire. Bit disappointing as our kids expected to be in it every day and we only went in once.
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Nicola Denise
The cottage was fabulous, comfortable, homely, well equipped. Spending each days on the different levels of garden makes it feel as though you have visited different places (steep steps but the up and down is the same as the Cornish coastline), the verandah gives another area and allows you to meet walkers on the coastal path and the friendly neighbours. The cinema room was just the icing on the cake and we had date night as even popcorn was supplied. Claire supplied a yummy hamper all supplied by a local farm shop and was always at the end of the phone for any queries (fabulously helpful). Coastal walks from the door, but we aware that dogs are not allowed on the beach in Pentewen between March and November. Coastal walk to Mevigessey 2 miles and catch the bus back is really easy, bus from the village to Heligan Gardens or hire a bike from the village - and finally The Ship pub in the village was really friendly, good food and served Proper Job ale so hubby Really good holiday, memories made - fabulous cottage, but special thanks to Claire, having a house keeper who knows the area, is helpful and willing to share knowledge adds the sparkle.