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Bide-a-While

Porthcothan Bay, Cornwall
Original Cottages

This property is managed by our sister brand Original Cottages info_outline

Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 2
Change Fri
No Dogs
5
star
Log Cabin / Lodge
Parking on site / nearby
Highchair available
Travel Cot available
Towels included
Family friendly
Fishing on site / nearby
Internet access
Working farm
Downstairs bedroom
Downstairs bathroom
Shop nearby
Beach within easy reach
Complex
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At a glance

  • Escape from the crowds to this stylish chalet in a serene rural location
  • You’re just 1.5 miles from lovely sandy beach popular with families and surfers
  • Light up the BBQ and enjoy a drink in the evening while you gaze out at fields

Property code: OC-P00855

This immaculate single-storey chalet is surrounded by countryside but is just 1 mile from Porthcothan Bay Beach, where cliffs shelter a sandy beach and the South West Coast Path offers spectacular views to the north and south. The surrounding area is home to a wide variety of sea birds and the cliffs are often grazed by ponies and sheep, which helps with conservation of local plant life. The local inn has a beer garden with views of the bay and hosts live bands, and the village of St Merryn, 3 miles away, and the town of Padstow, 5 miles away, offer an excellent choice of pubs and restaurants. If it’s nightlife you’re after, the popular surf town of Newquay is 9 miles away.

There are two steps to enter this property and the interior of the chalet is beautifully furnished in a contemporary style. The open-plan living area has separate areas for relaxing and dining, sliding glass doors, as well as a kitchen area with a small breakfast bar. The double bedroom opens onto an en-suite shower room and another bedroom has zip-and-link beds that can be joined together to create a super-king-size bed by request. Both bedrooms have Smart TVs.

The living area opens out onto a private patio area complete with a picnic bench and BBQ and there is also a shared garden area.

  • 2 bedrooms – 1 double, 1 twin zip-and-link bed that can be made into a super-king if requested on booking
  • 2 bathrooms – 1 bath with separate shower with a WC, and 1 en-suite shower room with a WC
  • Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, coffee machine
  • Washer/dryer in porch
  • 3 Smart TVs – located in living room and both bedrooms
  • Please bring your own beach towels
  • Mobile signal is variable
  • Travel cot, highchair on request – please bring your own cot linen
  • Furnished patio area and a shared garden area
  • Private parking for 2/3 cars
  • Pub 1.5 miles, beach and shop 1 mile
  • 2 steps outside each exterior door as this chalet is raised off the ground
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • Sorry, no dogs allowed

Emily Cartwright

This property joined our collection in 2020 and is managed by Emily.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 19 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Terri, 21st October 2024

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The beds were very comfortable and good size, the rooms were good sizes, the wash basin in the en-suite was really only a small hand wash basin. The main family bathroom was large with good size bathroom fittings. Loved the open plan and all furniture was good standard & comfy. The chalet was very warm (the weather was quite wet, damp & cold at Read moretimes) but we very rarely had to put the heating on as the chalet stayed, warm, cosy & comfy. It was a great base & well situated for exploring & walking. The owners were friendly & very accommodating to our needs. Hide

Reviewed by John, 8th September 2024

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Bide-a-while is a delightful lodge in a perfect, quiet location; you can actually walk to the beach (albeit on minor roads) which we did numerous times. It was clean, well presented and had everything we needed including two great bathrooms and a well equipped kitchen. Theres a lovely field out the back so plenty of space and somewhere to hang out Read morethe washing too - always such a bonus. We loved our stay and will definitely be back, its our favourite holiday let in Cornwall ever. I couldnt write in the visitor book as I didnt have a pen - sorry. Hide

Reviewed by Michelle, 10th August 2024

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A very well-equipped lodge, carefully considered and spotlessly clean. The location was perfect for exploring Cornwall's many surfing beaches, as well as the quaint towns of Padstow and Port Isaac. Lots of things to do locally - a week wasn't long enough to see it all! Definitely recommend for anyone seeking a peaceful retreat. Also a great spot foRead morer children to explore with a lovely big shared garden, and an adventure theme park just up the road. Hide

Reviewed by Janice, 27th July 2024

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Very clean and well equipped holiday home. A real home from home.

Reviewed by Andrew, 20th July 2024

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Reviewed by Ivor, 14th July 2024

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Bide-a-While is a really lovely place to stay. Location is nice and quiet and just a stones throw from the bays and beaches as well as the main towns of Padstow/Newquay and many more. It was lovely and clean, very spacious and the owners were very much on hand to ensure our stay was enjoyable and trouble free (thank you Lucy). Bide-a-While is a greRead moreat place, it has everything you need and more.We highly recommend staying here to anyone wants to explore this beautiful part of Cornwall. Hide

Reviewed by Robert, 26th May 2024

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Great holiday,lovely chalet so nice and peacefull n a great position to visit so many sites this is our 4th visit and will be returning in September and hopefully many years to come.

Reviewed by Andrew, 25th September 2023

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Great property in a lovely rural location, owners very friendly and accommodating, will return,

Reviewed by Andrew, 3rd September 2023

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Reviewed by Alison, 29th August 2023

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Lovely accommodation, well equipped and very comfortable. Very helpful and responsive owner. Wouldn't hesitate to book again.

Reviewed by Heather, 12th August 2023

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Stunning little property with such a perfect blend of style and comfort. We loved it from the start and will definitely be back. One feedback request; an outdoor hose would have been really useful to clean down paddle boards and wetsuits etc.

Reviewed by Adam, 30th July 2023

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Reviewed by Elaine, 22nd July 2023

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Reviewed by Sandra, 8th July 2023

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Reviewed by Val, 8th June 2023

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Reviewed by Vanessa, 3rd June 2023

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Reviewed by Robert, 25th May 2023

Lovely cottage perfect to our needs in an excellent location will definitely be returning if available.

Reviewed by Robert, 25th May 2023

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Lovely cottage perfect to our needs in an excellent location will definately be returning if available.

Reviewed by Ben, 18th April 2023

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Excellent venue close to padstow and Newquay very well equipped holiday cottage very nicely presented in a lovely quiet location we will be back again.

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