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Cubert. Renovated 16th C. cottage Nr Crantock Holywell and Polly Joke beaches

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Nearby Polly Joke beach.
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Large living space with Feature Inglenook
Interior
Village location next to the ancient church

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Shower room 1

Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Cubert. Renovated 16th C. cottage Nr Crantock Holywell and Polly Joke beaches

Elmar is a large four hundred year old period cottage complete with a massive Inglenook fireplace and bread oven situated in a quiet village location tucked away next to the ancient parish church just a mile away from the sea. The cottage comfortably sleeps four guests in two bedrooms.The bedrooms have just been renovated to expose stone and cob walls and a delightful ancient fireplace in the main bedroom Its character features, wood burning stove and quiet location make it an ideal romantic retreat for couples, including those who want to bring their dog away with them.Perfect for families in the school holidays as well. Two pubs, two restaurants and a general store/Post Office compliment the village. Cubert is well located with easy access to Crantock beach, Polly Joke and Holywell Bay. The attractions of the Eden Project, Lost Gardens of Heligan, Lands End are easily reached by car as are the famous fishing villages up and down the coast. The surf capital of Britain, Newquay, is only five miles away with its world famous facilities. Cubert however is more suited to those seeking a more tranquil family holiday with very pretty walks to the beaches including Polly Joke which has recently been voted one of Britain’s best secret beaches. Locally there are two pubs in the village including the picturesque Smugglers Den Inn, a delightful 16th Century Thatched Inn a restaurant and organic bakery. . The Three local beaches are all within walkable distance of the cottage. Holywell Bay and Crantock Beach offer vast sandy bays with dunes, rock pools and caves to explore. In between is the gem that is Polly Joke, a gloriously natural beach surrounded by nothing more than National Trust headlands with a beautiful rugged coastline. For walkers, join the South West coastal path which meanders through the three local beaches before rising up the magnificent headlands on its spectacular journey on this section of the coast. Good shore fishing locally, with charter boats available at Newquay.

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Modern 3 bed house in Cubert, near to beaches at Holywell, Polyjoke, Crantock.
Cubert
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (45 reviews)
Modern 3 bed house in Cubert, near to beaches at Holywell, Polyjoke, Crantock.

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
One dog permitted
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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Property # 8158021
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

Newquay

Located in Newquay, this cottage is in a rural area and by the sea. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Fistral Beach and Watergate Bay Beach. Holywell Bay Fun Park and Lappa Valley Steam Railway are also worth visiting. Scuba diving and surfing/body boarding offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and horse riding nearby.
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Cubert

What's nearby

  • Holywell Bay Fun Park - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Holywell Bay Beach - 5 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Crantock Beach - 5 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Fistral Beach - 14 min drive - 11.4 km
  • Watergate Bay Beach - 17 min drive - 16.5 km

Getting around

  • Quintrell Downs Station - 12 min drive
  • Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Village Chip Shop - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Papa John's Pizza - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Surf Bay - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Gorse Bakery - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Lewinnick Lodge - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cubert. Renovated 16th C. cottage Nr Crantock Holywell and Polly Joke beaches pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Cubert. Renovated 16th C. cottage Nr Crantock Holywell and Polly Joke beaches?

As of 12 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cubert. Renovated 16th C. cottage Nr Crantock Holywell and Polly Joke beaches on 3 June 2026 start from AU$329, 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 Cubert. Renovated 16th C. cottage Nr Crantock Holywell and Polly Joke beaches?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cubert. Renovated 16th C. cottage Nr Crantock Holywell and Polly Joke beaches?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cubert. Renovated 16th C. cottage Nr Crantock Holywell and Polly Joke beaches?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cubert. Renovated 16th C. cottage Nr Crantock Holywell and Polly Joke beaches located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from Holywell Bay Fun Park and within 3 miles (5 km) of Holywell Bay Beach and Crantock Beach. South West Coast Path Section 17 Trailhead and Perranporth Golf Club are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 44 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 44 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 44 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 44 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

BRENDAN L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming cottage in a charming village. We thoroughly enjoyed every thing about our stay here!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Oct 2025
Thanks very much for visiting Elmar from the other side of the pond! You are most welcome back at anytime. Steve
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10/10 Excellent

Claire Louise A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We stayed in March and used the fire stove in living room. \Nice that it was laid already.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Claire Louise A.

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

perfect holiday home

We spent a wonderful week in Cubert. Very lucky with weather, but the house was full of character, had a beautiful hidden away garden and was veery close to beautiful beaches.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William L.

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

Great character cottage

Excellent place to stay; old cottage with modern amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Alan C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
travel down was good, I arrived in time to visit crantock beach. could not find a path off the road which is challenging with a dog and cars but we managed. took a cliff hike to porth joke beach, just in time for storm Dave. wet and windy first evening. the property is cosy and warm, located in the middle of a small village. did not have time to explore the village much. found the village store friendly and most places accommodated me with dog. would come back to explore again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Simon B.

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

Complete comfort in a great location.

The property is clearly loved by the owners. Everything one needs is provided and of good quality. Elmar is truly a home away from home. We plan to return for a longer stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michaela G.

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

Great place to stay!

We had a wonderful time! Perfect cottage for our small family (2 adults, 2 kids). Nice garden! We will be back!
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denise C.

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

Lovely Cottage

Comfortable accommodation well presented and clean. The welcome manual gives all the information needed to enjoy your stay both at the property and the local area. We had a relaxing and enjoyable stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 22 June 2022
Thankyou so much for your kind words. I am so glad you enjoyed your stay at the cottage and the nearby spectacular walks. You are welcome back at any time.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne P.

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

Perfect Week

We enjoyed our stay and felt warmly welcome in the Elmar cottageAlthough the weather included Heavy Rains, we would like to come back again. It’s a perfect place to explore Cornwall.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debbie W.

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

Great Character Cottage

Beautifully decorated, cosy and comfortable and only a mile to lovely Holywell Bay which is one of the best dog friendly beaches in Cornwall in our opinion. Shop, bakery/deli and fish and chip shop close by. Loads of great coastal walks nearby and so many lovely beaches, pubs and places of interest to visit. Particularly like all the old mine engine houses dotted around and the local history about mining, fishing. Will definitely be returning.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Victoria B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Lovely cottage in a thriving community

Well equipped clean cottage. The steps into the bathroom however should be clearly marked as very difficult to see and could be potentially dangerous. Define with different coloured tiling? Good location close to the coast and situated in a village that has good amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Ben H.

Brilliant there you go says it all.

Nice cottage plenty to do around the area, the beach is only 20 mins away by foot Polly Joke beach that is Hollywell Bay is even closer. Plenty of places to eat or cook yourself in the cottage. Cottage well furnished plenty of plates cups etc washing machine a real bonus iv stopped in Holiday cottages in West Pentire a few miles away and they had no washing machine. The garden is nice and i dried my clothes out there. What more can i say iv been coming to Cubert and West Pentire for 15 years i love the place.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar 2020
Great to have you at Elmar. You are most welcome back at any time
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10/10 Excellent

Belinda K.

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

As Lovely as Ever

Me with my 2 adult children plus dog. The cottage is perfect for us: Cubert is an adorable village and close to so much all within a walkable distance: a local shop, great chippy, Crantock and West Pentire only a short drive away with Polly Joke beach. Facilities at Elmar are all there, always clean, with a good size kitchen and bathroom. Central heating, fab log fire and cozy lounge for nights in. Lack of Wi-Fi may put younger families off but being able to switch off isn't a bad thing sometimes. We'll be back very soon, again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Nov 2021
Thanks for your thoughts Belinda. Just to confirm that WiFi has now been installed. We look forward to seeing you again soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elke S.

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

calm&cosy

Ein absoluter Wohlfühlort für alle, die es ruhiger mögen. Sehr gut ausgestattetes Cottage, stilvoll eingerichtet mit Garten. Perfekt für uns als dreiköpfige Famile, wir wären gerne länger geblieben. Unkomplizierte Kommunikation mit dem Gastgeber, kontaktloser check-in.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Esther L.

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

Uriges Cottage

Es ist ein ganz phantastisches Cottage, klein aber fein! Alles da was man braucht, mit viel Liebe zum Detail eingerichtet. Kontakt zum Vermieter war immer nett. Die Lage ist auch sehr schön, der nächste Strand ist zu Fuß in etwa 30 min erreichbar. Allein der Weg dorthin ist schon traumhaft! Unser kleiner Hund war auch willkommen und hat sich sehr wohl gefühlt! Wir kommen gerne wieder ☺️
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caroline R.

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

Lovely cottage

The experience was great. Close to beaches and dog walks etc. local coop nearby and bakery also. Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samantha B.

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

Jubilee staycation

This was our second visit to Elmar and we loved it even more the second time. The kids loved having wifi and we enjoyed all the cottages comforts. Cubert is a fab place to stay and was particularly gorgeously decorated for the jubilee. Would thoroughly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marybeth M.

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

Elmar

A very comfortable and clean cottage with wonderful Coastal Path nearby.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Trina B.

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

Comfy Elmar

Beautifully renovated cottage. In the quiet village of Cubert. Location perfect for all the fantastic beaches nearby.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samantha B.

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

Family holiday

This is a great place to stay. Lots of great beaches nearby.....you just have to get up early to get a parking space (in school holidays). Cottage was comfortable and had everything we needed.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Greg M.

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

Beautiful

We had a lovely stay, the property is well equipped, beds are comfy, and especially recommend walking to the pub ‘smugglers den’ lovely walk across the fields and very good food. Great for dog walks, Would definitely return. Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Loulla W.

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

Beautiful cottage in a great location

The cottage is beautiful and very well equipped. It’s in a lovely village with local pubs and small shops within walking distance. The beaches and walks around the area are great and plentiful. The garden is lovely although not directly outside the property. Parking is shared with the cottage next door so good communication is required with your neighbours but we didn’t have any problems. I would definitely return and recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Tracey D.

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

Lovely Week

Just back from a lovely week staying at Elmar. Beautiful cottage just need to take your own hairdryer and toilet roll
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jacky H.

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

A wild few days

Loved the inside of the cottage, beautifully renovated !!!!!... Super location, near to beautiful dog friendly beaches and great to have a dog exercise village field opposite the cottage and an enclosed garden. Our only real problem (not the owner's fault) was when we arrived the boiler was not working so we had no heat or hot water. It took three engineers on three different days to sort the problem. We were able to light the wood burner for heat in the evening but not hot water. Owner very helpful and has given us a partial refund immediately. The steps up (and crucially down) from back door into kitchen are quite steep and when wet slippery. The dog had a crashing fall and so did one of the engineers who came to fix the boiler. Good village shop. Other amenities closed but as Februarly not surprising.
Verified

8/10 Good

Denise W.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice cottage. Good location

Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019

About the host

Hosted by Steve Franklin

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We bought the cottage having spent many happy family holidays in the area.

Recently we have fully renovated the cottage exposing a massive Inglenook fireplace complete with a bread oven and have installed a new Wood burning stove.

Why they chose this property

The cottage is a second home rather than a commercial let so you will find more home comforts such as good books to read, board games and local walking guides to compliment the character accommodation.

What makes this property unique

There are great local pubs and restaurants as well as fantastic coastal walks all year round

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