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Private kitchen

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6110 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Pendeen, ENG
  • Place, Portheras Cove
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, Geevor Tin Mine
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Boat Cove
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Penzance (PZE-Penzance Heliport)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Toilet

Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Western Watch

Western Watch is a fabulous property located in the heart of Poldark country with incredible, 180-degree sweeping views out across the sea. Inside the bungalow, guests will love the characterful interiors with the vintage-style kitchen, original artwork adorning the walls and the cosy lounge with its wood-burning stove for the cooler autumn evenings. The owner is a local artist who displays her work around the cottage and which can be bought by guests - so you can take a memento home with you should you wish!

Both the kitchen/diner and the living room have concertina doors which open on to the patio and large garden which has the incredible sea views. The garden is enclosed making it an ideal property for guests bringing young children and/or pets. Guests will love sitting out of an evening and enjoying a glass of wine watching the sun set over the sea.

All three of the double bedrooms are located on the ground floor along with the family bathroom which has both a fabulous roll-top bath and a walk-in shower. There is an additional WC.

Guests can enjoy off-road parking with space for up to two cars, as well as wireless internet available throughout the property. Up to two well-behaved pets are welcome.

Western Watch is ideally located for West Cornwall’s incredible coastline and beaches. There are many pubs, restaurants and cafes within easy reach. Pendeen itself is a linear settlement, with an attractive church and an award-winning pub, the North Inn. There are plenty of pubs, restaurants and cafes within walking distance and every other Saturday there is a farmers' market in the centre of the town. Geevor and Levant Mines are popular tourist attractions only a short distance away.

The sandy beach at Portheras Cove is just down the road where the white lighthouse of Pendeen Watch stands on a headland overlooking the bay. The hidden beach of Portheras Cove was recently voted ‘Best Secret Beach’ by The Times newspaper and is an absolute gem within walking distance of the front door.

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 9:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 2 total
Dangerous animals not allowed.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Checkin 17:00-22:00

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Penzance

Located in Penzance, this cottage is in a rural area. While the natural beauty of St. Michael's Mount and Carbis Bay Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore St Ives Harbour. Trengwainton Garden and Grand Casino Amusements are also worth visiting.
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Pendeen, ENG

What's nearby

  • Portheras Cove - 20 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Geevor Tin Mine - 3 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Levant Mine and Beam Engine - 5 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Boat Cove - 5 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Chun Quiot - 8 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Penzance (PZC-Penzance Train Station) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Roundhouse - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Lovetts - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Mackerel Sky Seafood Bar - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Pickle - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Farmers Arms - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Western Watch pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Western Watch?

As of 13 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Western Watch on 6 July 2026 start from AU$517, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Western Watch?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Western Watch?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Western Watch?

Checkout is at 9:00 AM.

Where is Western Watch located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Portheras Cove and Geevor Tin Mine. Boat Cove and Levant Mine and Beam Engine are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Check-in

8.4/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

8.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Beautiful, peaceful location

Beautiful, peaceful location with sea views. Heaven.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Stunning location

Stunning location.....the sunsets were beautiful.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jo

Great family home in the most beautiful location Would recommend

Great family home in the most beautiful location Would recommend
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Gemma

Lovely place , great location

Lovely place , great location
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Juliette

Great location

Location
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Lavinia

We had a lovely stay

We had a lovely stay. The house is beautiful and the view was amazing. The place is remote but this is what we like and wanted so it was perfect.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lavinia

We had a lovely stay

We had a lovely stay. The house is beautiful and the view was amazing. The place is remote but this is what we like and wanted so it was perfect.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Jessica

The accommodation is in a beautiful location, Pendeen is an area we hold close to our hearts

The house had 3 double beds, two toilets and a good shower, with a lovely big garden and sea view - perfect for a small group/family.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Britta H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay

Amazing
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Desiree L.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely location

nice location, lovely cottage, some details a bit dated, enough space for a large family, good place for a Cornish holiday, garden with a great view
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Emily

Western Watch was in one of the most beautiful locations we've stayed in in Cornwall.

Western Watch was in one of the most beautiful locations we've stayed in in Cornwall. Lovely and warm which is great for this time of year and cosy. Comfy beds and we appreciated the Christmas decorations. The only downside was the communication.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jane Anne

We enjoyed a great 3 night stay at Western Watch

Exploring the coast path, Cornwall's Tin Mining history and discovering beaches and coves we've not been to before. Coming back to a warm, spacious, comfortable and stylish bungalow at the end of each day and waking up to views of the sea really made our holiday. Timber, our dog, really enjoyed racing around the garden too! Wish we had been able to stay longer. Thank you.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Kim D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Could so easily be 5 star

Needs a handyman , open the window in front bedroom curtain rail + curtain fall down door handles broken or just fall off, 2 dodgy lights + bulbs need replacing, grass needed cutting, trim in kitchen hanging off. + needs garden furniture, pricey
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hannah P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing

The property is beautiful, the garden amazing, never change this .... easy to get to places .. amazing views, very picturesque, felt like home from home. To top it completely and i am being very very picking, some sissors, knife sharpener, and some sun loungers this would have been the cherry on the cake .. but we all loved it and are looking to book for next year. One other thing sofa looks perfect nit so comfy... thank you for letting us stay.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

David

This is a lovely place with stunning sea views.

The bedrooms are more spacious than they appear on the photographs, and the living space is adequate for six people. The large enclosed garden is great for those with dogs. Pendeen Rovers FC play their home fixtures fifty yards up the road from the property, the one village street has a Spar shop and a pub, The North Inn, which serves good food in ample proportions. The coastal walking is a mileso down the lane and breath-taking. Lots of other attractions are within a 25-minute drive. Our one issue concerned the waste recycling instructions, which were indecipherable.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

First time at Western Watch

Beautiful Location, Stunning Views and great walks for the dogs. Very relaxing. We also met the owners of the property. They could see that we were having difficulty with the garden gates and we had 3 small dogs who could get underneath them. They very kindly fixed this problem for us by applying some wire to the bottom so that they could not get out. Overall a brilliant stay and will be booking for next year. Thanks Canovi Family Maybe a small washing line to hang washing to dry. We did use a clothes rack but had to bring it in when out as the breeze would blow it over
Verified

4/10 Poor

Marion S.

Liked: Cleanliness, location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy

Needs to up it's game

This property was very expensive for what it is. The house gives the impression very much of being someones home or rather cobbled together holiday let. It was not equipped to the standard that one has come to expect from any holiday let. One white wine glass plus an assortment of others. No kitchen scissors and a jumble of other equipment. Whilst appreciating that the decor was supposed to have vintage appeal the overall effect was dated and Spartan and drab. The view from the kitchen was good but the garden was scruffy and unkempt as was the next door property which I understand is lived in by the owners of this property let. One pint of milk left for us on arrival ... mean we thought. We had spent the previous week in a Sykes holiday cottage at half the price and it was superb. This place needs to make more effort to justify it's price. The only positive thing I could say is that it's location is very good and so this meant that despite of the above we enjoyed our stay. If they wish to continue letting this property, (which I imagine anyhow is a temporary way of making money for the owners) I would suggest a complete update. The current reviews on your site are very misleading and whilst not wishing to be mean I would suggest that this is a more honest one.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Rebecca

Excellent base to explore the countryside

Beautiful location and views from the windows. Cosy log burner. More toilet rolls would have been appreciated, especially for 6 adults for a week. The water/heating system made a loud pitch sound once the pressure built up which was annoying, however the owners sister brother (who lived next door) came and flicked a switch and resolved the problem, but be good if that issue could be resolved as did disrupt our first few nights sleep.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lottie

Beautiful location

The house is full of character in a stunning location. It is the ideal place to have a holiday with children and a dog. No bin bags were left for the bedding and the oven caused a few problems!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Martha

Martha

A great cottage with vintage retro interior. Sea Views and beautiful art work on the walls. We had a great Family holiday here.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Flavia

Flavia

We spent almost a week there, surrounded by amazing views from a peaceful cottage, immersed in the green of Cornwall countryside. Not too far away from the property there is a Spar and a couple of pubs. The closest beach, Portheras Cove, is roughly 1.5 miles away, a healthy 30 minutes walka 7 minutes drive, then another 7/10 minutes moderate hike on the southwest coast path to reach this hidden gem. The garden is immense and has great sea views, the bedrooms are really cozy, with very high standard beddings, overall very warm and comfortable. The kitchen is well equipped, with all the basics to cook some meals (oil, salt, pepper..), would have been nice to find some tea bags and coffee too. The utility room also offers a washing machine. We really enjoyed the cold evenings, watching TV on the cozy couch. It was like staying in our own home, in a beautiful countryside cottage, with sea views.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Michael

Pictures don’t quite do Western Watch justice. Furnished to an exceptionally high standard and with phenomenal views, we’ll definitely be looking to return in the future
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Vincent

Vincent

Beautiful and charming house. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would highly recommend it to others. The area is peaceful and picturesque, offering embracing tranquility
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Dominic

Dominic

Thank you so much, we had a completely lovely break. Western Watch is just beautiful and very thoughtfully and tastefully decorated. It’s a great base for the area and the coast just at the end of the road is gorgeous. The local suggestions were also really useful. We will definitely be recommending and hope to come again.

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