“We’ve been holidaying around Gwithian for years, after falling in love with the wildness of the dunes, far-reaching views and picture-perfect Godrevy Lighthouse. We started dreaming of a little place by the sea of our own, and chose this for its direct access and views of the dunes.” Owner, Rebecca
She loves
“The garden is a real sun-trap and I love sitting with a morning coffee looking out over the sand dunes. The thing that often hits me is how quiet it is – birdsong is often all you can hear – and the smell of wild gorse which grows up around the garden walls.”
We love
The beautiful, pared-back simplicity of the design, which allows every element to shine.
You may not love
No all-adult groups unless within the same family. A 7-night min stay June-Sept & school hols (Friday changeover); 3/4 minimum Oct-May.
Surrounds.
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- Book a surf lesson at Gwithian, the north section of the beach. Refuel at The Red River Inn, which has a really lovely beer garden with views of the church spire and sand dunes beyond.
- Walk along the sand to National Trust-managed Godrevy beach, where you can do a simple loop of the headland taking in the lighthouse, stunning views along the dramatic coastline, and a seal colony in one of the coves far below.
- Take a BBQ or picnic into the sand dunes and watch the sun set.
- Catch the train to St Ives for shops, galleries and restaurants without the hassle of parking and traffic. We love Barbara Hepworth’s studio and the Tate is great on a rainy day.
- Gwynver Beach is breathtaking; an uncrowded cove with turquoise waters that’s well worth the steep climb down. (Top tip: buy a jar of Sarah and Finn’s scrummy relish when you pay at the cliff-top car park.)
- Drive along the B3306 to Sennen. It’s a winding, car-advert kind of road with dramatic views of moorland and sea. Stop for a meal or a drink at the fabulous, canary-yellow Gurnard’s Head.
Details.
- Standalone bungalow in a cul-de-sac backing onto a nature reserve
- Two bedrooms: superking and twin (full-length singles)
- No all-adult groups unless they are the same family
- Travel cot and highchair to borrow
- Shared bathroom with shower/tub
- Full kitchen with basic ingredients
- Living area with logburner, WiFi and board games
- Garden with BBQ and alfresco dining furniture
- Private parking on the driveway
- One well-behaved dog welcome – subject to a £25 cleaning fee payable directly to the owner.
- A caretaker lives locally
- Walk to shops, cafes and pubs, drive to restaurants
- Booking conditions: During May-Sept and school holidays, stays start at £1,400 for 7 nights (checking in and out on Fridays; no shorter stays allowed).
During Oct-Apr outside of school holidays, stays start at £525 for a 3-night stay. Minimum stays of 4 nights also apply during this period, check the calendar for minimum stays applicable on exact dates. Security deposit payable directly to the owner. - Remember to pack: charcoal for the BBQ, beach towels
Strict
30% deposit on booking, with the balance due 12 weeks prior to stay.
Cancellations permitted 12+ weeks prior to stay, with deposit refunded minus a £40 processing fee.
No refunds if booking cancelled within 12 weeks of stay.
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