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4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books

Overview of A harbourside four bedroom cottage with breathtaking views

Reviews
10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Outdoor SpaceOutdoor SpaceOutdoor Space
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher

Explore the area

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Boscastle, ENG
  • Popular LocationMuseum of Witchcraft2 min walk
  • Popular LocationKing Arthur's Great Halls8 min drive
  • Popular LocationTintagel Castle9 min drive
  • AirportPlymouth (PLH-Plymouth City)74 min drive

Space details

4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, sleeps 8
1292 sq ft
Bedroom 1
    1 double bed
Bedroom 2
    2 twin/single beds
Bedroom 3
    1 king bed
Bedroom 4
    1 bunk bed
Bathroom 1
    Shower
    Bathtub
Bathroom 2
    Shower

Room options

About the neighborhood

Boscastle

Seaside stay .At this cottage, you'll be steps from Museum of Witchcraft and Boscatle Visitors Centre. Also, Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty is within half a mile (1 km) and Buckator Beach is within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Museum of Witchcraft - 2 min walk
  • St Nectan's Glen - 6 min drive
  • King Arthur's Great Halls - 8 min drive
  • Tintagel Castle - 9 min drive
  • Tintagel Beach - 30 min drive

Getting around

  • Bodmin Parkway Station - 36 min drive
  • Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Bettle & Chisel - 13 min drive
  • King Arthurs Arms - 8 min drive
  • Cobweb Inn - 4 min walk
  • Pengenna Pasties - 8 min drive
  • The Napoleon Inn - 14 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

A harbourside four bedroom cottage with breathtaking views

Gull Cottage is an idyllic place to stay - a traditional and beautiful Grade II listed Cornish cottage occupying one of the most iconic locations in the area. It sits near the end of a small row of old Boscastle Harbour Cottages directly overlooking Boscastle's beautiful and historic harbour.

Situated on the south-facing side of the harbour the cottage is easily recognised by its distinctive boat-seat attached to the front of the house. The cottage's terrace is carved into the side of the harbour and is the perfect place to sit and relax, eat a meal or simply watch the sun go down.

Built around the end of the 1700s, Gull Cottage is in a very special area. It sits in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, a Site of Special Scientific Interest, a Special Area of Conservation and is in a designated conservation area. Nature and beauty is all around. The village is a short walk where there are cosy pubs, restaurants and coffee shops.

Downstairs is a comfortable lounge and a dining room with a good sized table - both rooms have a log-burning stove. There is also a kitchen and large, modern shower room.

Upstairs has a bathroom and four bedrooms: two doubles, a twin and one with bunk beds.

There are two parking spaces, one immediately outside the property and one to the rear in a car port - while this fits a family car, manoeuvring is a little tight!

The cottage is on the South West Coastal Path. From outside the cottage you can walk along the coast south to Tintagel, north to Pentagon Waterfall or walk the wooded path that follows the River Valency up and out of the valley.

Property manager

Steve and Louise Robinson

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Limited onsite parking (max 2 spaces)

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • 1 unit
  • Unit size: 1,292 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: In particular, strictly no hen or stag parties
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Note from host: In particular, strictly no hen or stag parties For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation. Contactless check-in is available.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property

Frequently asked questions

How close is A harbourside four bedroom cottage with breathtaking views to the airport?

This cottage is 29.1 mi (53-min drive) away from the Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does A harbourside four bedroom cottage with breathtaking views have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

How close is A harbourside four bedroom cottage with breathtaking views to the beach?

This cottage is 3.2 mi (23-min drive) from Bossiney Haven Beach and 3.4 mi (23-min drive) from Buckator Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does A harbourside four bedroom cottage with breathtaking views offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at A harbourside four bedroom cottage with breathtaking views?

No, there is no casino at this cottage.

What time is check-in at A harbourside four bedroom cottage with breathtaking views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at A harbourside four bedroom cottage with breathtaking views?

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

Does A harbourside four bedroom cottage with breathtaking views have a pool?

This cottage does not have a pool.

Does A harbourside four bedroom cottage with breathtaking views have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cottage.

How close is A harbourside four bedroom cottage with breathtaking views to downtown Boscastle?

This cottage is 0.3 mi away from Boscastle.

A harbourside four bedroom cottage with breathtaking views Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 23 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Adrian S.

Liked: Cleanliness
A beautiful, well-equipped, cosy cottage
Gull cottage is in an outstanding location in Boscastle, one of the prettiest villages in Cornwall. The cottage itself is very well looked after by the owners Steve and Louise. Steve is easily contacted if any problems arise and responds almost immediately. The cottage is like a tardis, much bigger inside than outside.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colette R., Taunton UK

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
Just spent the Christmas period in Gull Cottage with my family for the second time! Cannot fault the properties’ facilities. We loved it the first time, but this time it had clearly been updated. The space, its cleanliness and comfort was outstanding. Location is perfect, even in the Winter, with plenty of locals walks and village facilities (including pubs) nearby. The communication with Steve was easy and reliable.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Boscastle
Lovely stay, idyllic location - would recommend
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lorna G., United Kingdom

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Loved sitting out every night listening to the river and the waves, watching the world go by.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Graham J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyable stay
Very pleased with the property and it's superb location. Weather could have been kinder but we managed to work around it by going to different places doing different things. We enjoyed ourselves every day. We often take a big jigsaw which we like to do together, and we managed to complete it. We have left it in the dining room for others to have a go.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sally C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Cottage, Fabulous Hosts
This cottage is beautiful, lovely comfortable furnishings, spotlessly clean and everything you need for a ‘home from home break’. It’s situated right within the harbour and has spectacular views, our family didn’t want to leave. A short 5 minute walk to the shops, restaurants and pub, what more could you want. Steve and Louise are fabulous hosts and made booking and updates/changes a breeze, so very accommodating. A huge thank you to both Steve and Louise for making this holiday one to remember for my very elderly parents, it was much appreciated by all the family. I would really recommend a stay here, especially for the scenery and coastal walks.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lee U.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely cottage and location
The location was fantastic but what made the stay so special was the little touches, things like telescopes and binoculars to watch the stars, look at the boats and wild birds. Other things like chargers of various types, books and crabbing nets for the kids. All in all an absolutely fabulous place to stay
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

David M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gull Cottage
Very nice clean cottage with a seating area overlooking the harbour. Ideal for enjoying a drink in the sun. Quick walk into the village with more walks round the surrounding countryside.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gull Cottage
Lovely old cottage in the most spectacular harbour in Cornwall. Ideal for walks on a magnificent wild coast, and plenty of beaches nearby for a bucket and spade holiday. We had a slight blip when the key safe refused to open and give us the key, but it was a one off and quickly and professionally dealt with. Been visiting Boscastle a lot over the years and always admired the row of Cottages overlooking the harbour. Finally stayed in one and it fully lived up to expectations, and that's in February!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gordon B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our happy place.
It is just the best place to chill out and relax.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023