Guests say
The Beach Retreat in St Austell receives high praise for its cleanliness, comfortable accommodation, and thoughtful touches. Guests appreciate the quiet location within walking distance to Charlestown and the beach. The property is well-equipped, and some guests were delighted by welcome gifts. While most reviews are positive, a few mention minor issues with maintenance and comfort.
Guests consistently describe the property as spotlessly clean, with several reviews highlighting its cleanliness. Only one review mentioned a lack of tea towels and kitchen roll, which does not significantly impact the overall high standard of cleanliness.
The location is frequently praised for being quiet, close to a private beach, and within walking distance to Charlestown and the coast path. It is also convenient for visiting local attractions like the Eden Project. The only minor drawback mentioned is the uphill walk from the beach.
Many reviews mention the property being comfortable and cosy, with comfortable beds and a relaxing atmosphere. However, there are a few comments about an uncomfortable mattress and poor lighting, which suggests room for improvement in this category.
The property is well-equipped with a dishwasher, washing machine, and other amenities. Guests appreciated the availability of information about the area. Some minor issues were noted, such as a missing fork and a coffee maker that was difficult to operate.
While guests have mentioned welcome gifts and appreciated the gesture, there is not enough information to assess the consistency of this practice across all stays. Therefore, it is politely noted that such gifts, while appreciated, are not guaranteed.
About this property
Your beach retreat awaits, with access to a private beach just a few minutes’ walk away and the gorgeous seaside village of Charlestown just moments away, offering a selection of bars and restaurants. Your Cornish escape in a modern 2-bedroom apartment.. All on the
First Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Smart TV, Electric Fire
Dining area.
Kitchen area:
Kitchen: Electric Oven, Gas Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Coffee Machine, Washing Machine
Kitchen area:
Kitchen: Electric Oven, Gas Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Coffee Machine, Washing Machine
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet.
Gas central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot and highchair. Welcome pack. Back garden (shared with other properties on-site). Private parking for 1 car. No smoking.. Welcome to the Beach Retreat, a captivating holiday let nestled in Duporth near St Austell, offering you an idyllic coastal escape like no other. This welcoming and modern first-floor apartment is your gateway to serenity, with its prime location granting you access to a private beach, and the southwest coastal path via a communal gate within 6 minutes’ walk of your front door.
Step into your home from home, as you enter the apartment’s welcoming hallway, leading you to comfort and style. With a spacious double bedroom and further twin bedroom containing two single beds, the Beach Retreat ensures that relaxation is paramount. The open-plan living/dining area is adorned with a wall-mounted electric flame-effect fireplace for a cosy stay in the colder months. The apartment seamlessly integrates the modern and the practical with a well-equipped kitchen and a family bathroom.
Beyond its elegant interiors, the property unveils a well-maintained communal garden with seating areas to soak up summer sunshine, perfect for moments of leisure, as well as off street allocated parking. Situated along the coveted Cornish coast, a mile away from the vibrant St Austell town centre, this haven offers a strategic location that bridges the tranquillity of the nearby private beach and the conveniences of urban life with the scenic beauty of the Roseland Peninsular, just a short car ride away.
Perfectly positioned between Charlestown and Porthpean, the Beach Retreat presents a gateway to coastal and woodland explorations. The enchanting Charlestown Harbour, a unesco world heritage site, which contains numerous grade II listed buildings, a deep-water harbour, the shipwreck museum, art galleries, local shops and more just a stone’s throw away, invites you to indulge in a plethora of bars, restaurants, and cafés. Enjoy a stroll around the delightful 18th-century Georgian harbour steeped in history making you feel like you have travelled back in time with its classic Tall Ships and beautiful beaches.
A daytrip to the nearby world-famous Eden Project or maybe The Lost Gardens of Heligan allows you to embrace the allure of Duporth’s location where every element converges to craft an unforgettable holiday experience.
Bookings during December, prior to and during the Christmas period, can request the flat to be decorated in a Christmas theme with tree and festive decorations.
Please note: There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
Free WiFi
There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
The garden is shared with other properties on-site.
The stairs to the first floor are open-tread.
Nearby points of interest
- Eden Project
Reviews (35)
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Kerry Watts
Everything was amazing my children loved it. My husband loved it and I did too had everything we wanted and more.
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Confirmed Guest
Great location to explore Cornwall, great place to stay, great facilities, had everything you need and much more. Like living in your own home, lovely and clean and tidy. lots of little extras, great host and very helpful, thank you
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Mathew Prosser
Great location and facility