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Quiet Location,Sea views,10 Min walk to PortQuin Between Port Isaac and Polzeath

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Scarrabine Farmhouse on the hill above Port Quin.
Exterior
Galley style kitchen with heating under the traditional slate floor.
Port Quin
A living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a staircase leading to another level.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Barbecue
    A rare find - perfect for a relaxed, outdoor grilling experience.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Cornish Coast Day Adventures
1 bedroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Plymouth, England
  • Place, Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Cornish Coast Day Adventures
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Port Isaac Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall)
    ‪50 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Shower room 1

Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Quiet Location,Sea views,10 Min walk to PortQuin Between Port Isaac and Polzeath

Scarrabine Farm and Farmhouse has been in our family for over 140 years. The annexe which was converted from the old pigs house on the West facing side of the Farm house looks directly out at Port Quin bay. There is a outside seating area that is a great sun trap enjoying all day sunshine. There is a short 10 min walk from the property down to Port Quin harbour or a longer 40 min walk on the footpath to Port Isaac. The annexe is designed to be a private space with its own access and cosy interior features to make it a cool place for an active break or equally a quiet romantic retreat for two persons. We have a Friday-Friday changeover in peak holiday seasons. Three night short breaks are available outside of these times.
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please leave your shoes at the door and make sure to have a lovely time!

Important information

You need to know

Property # 8155747
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

About the area

Port Isaac

Located in Port Isaac, this holiday home is in a rural area and by the sea. Padstow Harbour and St. Enodoc Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and St Nectan's Glen. Cornish Coast Day Adventures and Wadebridge Leisure Centre are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and cave exploring.
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Plymouth, England

What's nearby

  • Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Cornish Coast Day Adventures - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Port Isaac Beach - 6 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Polzeath Beach - 7 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Padstow Harbour - 24 min drive - 11.1 km

Getting around

  • St Columb Road Station - 28 min drive
  • Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Trevathan Farm Shop & Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Oyster Catcher Pub - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Fee's Food - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Mariners - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Angelique's Tea Room - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Quiet Location,Sea views,10 Min walk to PortQuin Between Port Isaac and Polzeath pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Quiet Location,Sea views,10 Min walk to PortQuin Between Port Isaac and Polzeath?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Quiet Location,Sea views,10 Min walk to PortQuin Between Port Isaac and Polzeath?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Quiet Location,Sea views,10 Min walk to PortQuin Between Port Isaac and Polzeath?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Quiet Location,Sea views,10 Min walk to PortQuin Between Port Isaac and Polzeath located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and Cornish Coast Day Adventures. South West Coast Path Section 14 Trailhead and South West Coast Path Section 13 Trailhead are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

10/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan R.

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

Scarrabine heaven

Very well equipped and cosy conversion. Great sheltered outdoor area for evening sun. Large sitting room and an excellent kitchen galley. Netflix available and good internet connection. Bed large and comfortable. We really loved this place and our hosts (and their lovely children) were very friendly and extremely helpful. Port Quin is close by and a great place to swim/explore. We really hope to be back next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
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10/10 Excellent

GIORGIO O.

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

A well chosen accomodation

A good experience. Sam Williams, the host, has tried to give us the best supply to solve our needs. We came from Italy and stayed at Scarrabine Farm from 28th July to 4th August. Unfortunately the weather was not so good to appreciate the wonderful nature
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Colin C.

A perfect getaway for our quiet Christmas escape.

The 2 level property was characterful, imaculate and cosy with a lovely lounge, well equipped kitchen and comfortable bed. The farm location is remote and quiet with beautiful views to the sea and our host Sam was friendly and helpful. It's a beatiful area of the Cornish Atlantic coast to explore by car and foot. Highly recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2018
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10/10 Excellent

David G.

Great location

The booking and arrival info was clear. We were met by the owner as arranged. The property was lovely and clean, very cozy and ideal for a couple. Would be pleased to recommend for anyone wanting a break in this part of the UK.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter c.

Great location and great cottage.

Lovely cottage in great location, close to attractions. Very well equipped.May be a problem if you are tall.I'm not and banged my head 5 times in the bedroom as the ceiling slopes.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018
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10/10 Excellent

John M.

A very peaceful and tranquil setting with everything we needed.

The property was perfect for a couple, ample space and amenities. It was easy to get to by car and there were lots of lovely places to visit nearby, e.g. Padstow. My wife and I love the outdoors and we would definitely stay here again. Sam and Doon, the owners, were very welcoming and we hope Doon is keeping well as she will have now given birth to their second child (Congratulations!!). Bev & John Murphy
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Christopher L.

Simply perfect

Ideal location, loved it from the moment we arrived. Sam & Dune have made it perfect with everything you need. Great location for seeing other areas. See Tintagel & Boscastle, both amazing. We will definitely be coming back to Cornwall. Thanks guys.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Heather S.

Good

Quiet and close to great coastal paths.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen T.

Great holiday in port quinn

Lovely cottage, great hosts, beautifully furnished, spotlessly clean. Would have loved to have stayed longer. Will certainly recommend to friends. So peaceful yet close to some of the well known places.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2018
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8/10 Good

S S.

Quiet, beautiful

Sam and Doon very hands on and helpful. Loved the underfloor heating helped keep us cosy
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2017
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8/10 Good

David B.

Warm and cosy, just as advertised. An open fire would give it 5 stars.

Lovely situation situated between the coast and the pub! Perfect for exploring this spectacular coastline
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2017
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10/10 Excellent

Nigel C.

Delightful and peaceful place to stay.

"The Annexe" is a small but very cosy premises attached to the owners farmhouse. It is extremely quiet and private however. It was very clean and well equipped with a comprehensive instruction booklet that provided information on pretty much everything you would need. The owners, Sam and Doon are always on hand if you require them. It is just a 15 minute walk down the hill to Port Quin, a lovely little cove. From there you can join the coastal path and head towards Lundy Bay one way or Port Isaac the other. Whilst these routes give you amazing views of the coast line, they are also very hilly and can be wet underfoot. This premises is really conveniently placed to visit the north coast towns of Tintagel, Boscastle, Port Isaac and Polzeath. Try the Port Gaverne inn for a beer overlooking the cove or the farm shop at Boscastle for superb breakfasts and home made cake. We would definitely visit "The Annexe" again. Nigel and Sally Cook.
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10/10 Excellent

Andrew W.

Excellent we would stay again

We were met at the annex by Sam, who was very friendly and once we entered the property he gave us the heads up on the finer details and some local area knowledge, more importantly he told us where the local pub/bar was! The annex was clean, nicely decorated and felt welcoming with a cream tea in the fridge waiting for us. We found the annex ample for two people and for a lovely romantic week away it was perfect, we were surrounded by fields and sheep, which was amusing when we sat outside with our wine and cream tea. The local area is beautiful with plenty of good walks. We walked to Port Issac and Polzeath during our stay, they both took a while but it was worth it for the stunning views. Sam runs an adventure company and we choose kayaking in Port Quin harbour, it is small but excellent for beginners and there are plenty of caves to discover. It was a great experience. All in all we thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would return again.
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10/10 Excellent

Sandra T.

Clean, comfortable and cosy

A cosy and comfortable cottage ideal for two people wanting a quiet break. Lovely cream tea on arrival. The cottage was clean and well equipped It ticked all the boxes. We can highly recommend it!
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar 2020
Thanks guys, it was great to have you to stay and we hope to welcome you back again at some point in the future. Sam and Doon.
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10/10 Excellent

Claire G.

September Break

From the moment we drove up to the cottage we knew we'd landed a winner here. Quiet, peaceful and with stunning views of the farm and the sea. The cottage is cosy, comfortable, clean, well equipped (loved the cooker) and a good space for two people. We loved sitting in the garden overlooking the fields. When the sun shines, it is a little sun trap. Port Isaac is only a 25 min walk over the fields and Port Quin 10 mins down the road. Port Quin is a lovely spot to take a bottle of wine to sit and watch the sun go down! Sam and Doon were great hosts! They also run a sea adventure company, (Cornish Coast Adventures) Kayaking. Paddle Boarding and Coasteering. Do make some time to get out there with Sam and his team. You will really have the most awesome time!
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8/10 Good

Adrian J.

Great relaxing getaway.

A cosy, quirky and comfortable little apartment in a lovely secluded location, a short walk from the beautiful scenery of the costal path. Really friendly and helpful owners too, highly recommended.
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10/10 Excellent

Tracey N.

Tracey's 50th

We had the most excellent stay in this property. There were eight of us staying and had loads of space where we didn't feel in each other's way. The house was immaculate and had fantastic views of the sea and farm animals. We walked to Port Issac on the Friday night and watched the Fisherman's Friend singing. We will definitely be going back and hopefully sometime soon 👍😀
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8/10 Good

Alison H.

A very special place

We had the most wonderful week in this beautiful property with stunning views over the farm and sea from the bedroom (you do need to mind your head though on the sloping ceiling - but not a problem. All we could hear was the sound of the sheep and the birds - absolute bliss. Because of the location we visited nearby places all with stunning views. Port Isaac was a favourite especially Nathan Outlaws restaurant just by the harbour - stunning food and a real treat! We will definitely be back.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heike J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

About the host

Hosted by Sam Williams

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I am Sam Williams and i run the holiday lettings at Port Quin Farm Holidays. I live on the farm with my wife Doon and our 2 sons. My Dad John and brother Mark run the farm and i help them out at busy times in the summer and for most of the Winter. I also run Cornish Coast Adventures in the summer season, which offers Sea kayaking trips and Coasteering sessions along the local coastline. i am a keen surfer and have been a crew member of the Port Isaac lifeboat for nearly ten years.

Why they chose this property

The Farmhouse has been in our family for well over 140 years and is now run along with the farm and other cottages nearby by the third and fourth generation of the Williams family.
The great thing about this little piece of Cornwall is that we are right in the middle of two great holiday locations Port Isaac and Polzeath but we are hidden away in the often undiscovered little gem that is the Port Quin so its nice and quiet and very often you can be the only one strolling down the lane for your morning swim in the harbour or your walk along the coast path!

What makes this property unique

Great sea and inland views, surrounded by our farmland and beautiful coastal scenery. Stones throw from lots of good surf. We are surrounded by our own 400 acre farm, so other than a few sheep and our other three cottages there shouldn't be any noisy neighbours. Parking at the farm is free and easy, theres also space for storing bikes and surfboards and even boats if required. Port Quin is a short walk down the road. We even have our own access to the beaches at Lundy bay through our cliff top fields. Port Isaac is just over the hill in the next valley. The Coast path is an amazing but challenging walk or you can take the inland footpath or small road for a more direct route to the village.

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