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Old Coastguard Cottage

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A waterfront scene with boats docked along the shore, buildings with traditional architecture, and a clear sky.
A compact kitchen with wooden cabinets, a dining table with chairs, and a built-in shelf with kitchenware.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a dining table with chairs, and a coffee machine.
A coastal outdoor seating area with a table and chairs under a canopy, overlooking a rocky beach and the sea.
A view through a window of a grassy yard with a picnic table and a fence, overlooking a body of water.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Highlights

  • Barbecue
    A rare find - perfect for a relaxed, outdoor grilling experience.
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Balcony or patio
  • Barbecue
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Onsite parking available
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Downderry, ENG
  • Place, Seaton Beach
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Seaton Country Park
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Looe Beach
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Airport, Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall)
    ‪70 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Old Coastguard Cottage

Accommodation…- Few steps leading up to the entrance porch- Sitting room with comfortable seating and stunning sea views- Two modest sized bedrooms, a double and one with 2ft 6in bunk beds both with wash basins- Fitted kitchen/dining room with pine dining table with chairs and a spectacular view far out to sea- Further double bedded room with a wash basin- Shower room WC with a hand basin and electric shower cubicle.  Outside…- Rear courtyard with a rotary line and laundry room with a 2nd sink- Front lawn extends to the edge of the low cliffs with delightful views overlooking the sea and beach below Parking…- Private parking area for one large or two small cars Local Area…- Beach with sand and rock pools at low tide is just a minutes walk down the hill - Village amenities are very close at hand with a pub, local shops, post office and restaurant- Seaton is a 20 minute walk along the coast - 50 yards above Downderry beach Additional…- There are boundary fences between the cottages (although young children will need to be supervised) and a 3ft high sturdy wire fence on the seaward side- Sorry, this property does not accept pets- Telephone can accept incoming calls only- Uninterrupted panoramic sea views... - Cosy little single storey cottage - One of a small row built for the old coastguard station in the early 1800s

Pets - not allowed

Having booked your holiday the Agent Cornish Traditional Cottages will process and confirm your booking, the travel directions and arrival information will be sent to you. The travel directions will provide you with the details of the owner / housekeeper and instruction on who to contact a few days before your holiday to make the key arrangements. You will also be given the details of your point of contact should you have any questions or issues whilst on holiday.

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 8292669
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Torpoint

Torpoint is home to this cottage. Seaton Country Park and Tamar Valley reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Port Eliot House and Gardens and Adrenalin Quarry. Kartworld and Saltash Leisure Centre are also worth visiting.
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Downderry, ENG

What's nearby

  • Downderry Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Seaton Beach - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Seaton Country Park - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Looe Beach - 17 min drive - 12.0 km
  • Polperro Harbour - 28 min drive - 18.8 km

Getting around

  • St Germans Station - 13 min drive
  • Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Martins Dairy - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Kelly's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪The Eliot Arms - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Smugglers Inn - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪The Smugglers Cott - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Old Coastguard Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Old Coastguard Cottage?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Old Coastguard Cottage?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Old Coastguard Cottage?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Old Coastguard Cottage located?

Situated in Torpoint, this cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of Seaton Beach and Seaton Country Park. Portwrinkle Beach is 3 mi (4.8 km) away.

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Check-in

6.0/10

Communication

10/10

Location

8.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Brilliant location even on a typical British week sunshine rain and wind .

The property is well stocked with books and coast guard information which links in with the history of the coast guard cottage .There is a very well written book regarding Smeaton 's light house and its history .There are binoculars for bird watching and a plentiful supply of garden furniture .The beach is a couple of minutes walk away which is brilliant for families.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Toller Meeresblick in einem geschichtsträchtigen Coastguard House

Wir haben unseren Aufenthalt im Coastguard Cottage sehr genossen. Die Unterkunft bietet ausreichend Platz für eine Familie von 4-5 Personen. Einmalig ist der Blick aus der Küche, dem Wohnzimmer und dem Platz im Garten. Unser Gastgeber Paul hat uns mit einem Begrüßungs- Cream -Tea und seinen Geschichten über die Vergangenheit und Bedeutung des Old Coastguard Cottages begeistert. Vielen Dank, Paul! We really enjoyed our stay at this lovely historic place. The Old Coastguard Cottage offers enough space for a family of 4-5 people. Unique and stunning is the sea view from the kitchen, the living room and the garden. Our host Paul gave us a very warm welcome with a Cornish cream tea and we really enjoyed all his stories about this wonderful place. Thank you so much, Paul!
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Mar 2020
Thank you for your review about your stay at Old Coastguard Cottage. We are glad you enjoyed your stay and found it great for your family. The garden really does have an amazing view and good to hear you enjoyed it, looking out over the beach and to the sea. A Cornish cream tea is a must whilst in Cornwall and what a great way to start your holiday. We would love to welcome you back to Cornwall again soon.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

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