Pebbles
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About the home
Pebbles is a traditional fisherman's semi-detached cottage situated in the heart of the Cadgwith Cove. Sunny and south-facing, the whitewashed cottage provides very comfortable accommodation and is full of character. Pebbles has its own patio and sheltered garden with sea glimpes, which makes a lovely private suntrap and provides ample seating to enjoy alfresco meals. It is only a few yards away from the beach where you can bathe or watch the daily activities of the local fishermen, and central to all the amenities of the cove.
You can enjoy freshly caught fish and crab in the Old Cellars Restaurant or in the Cadgwith Cove Inn, the local pub and social hub of the village. The Inn is the venue for a thriving Folk Club on Tuesday nights and traditional Cornish singing every Friday. In high season, seafood barbecues, fishing competitions, gig racing, a regatta and a folk music day are social highlights.
| Size: | Sleeps up to 6, 3 bedrooms |
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| Nearest beach: | Cadgwith, 70m |
| Will consider: | Corporate lets House swaps Long lets Short breaks |
| Access: | Car advised Nearest amenities: 20m |
| Family friendly? | Suitable for children of all ages Suitable for people with restricted mobility |
| Notes: | Pets welcome No smoking at this property Self-catering |
Facilities
| Luxuries: | Log fire, Internet access, DVD player, Sea view |
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| General: | TV, Satellite TV, Wi-fi available |
| Standard: | Kettle, Toaster, Iron, Hair dryer |
| Utilities: | Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Washing machine |
| Rooms: | 3 Bedrooms, 2 bathrooms of which 1 family bathroom and 1 shower room |
| Furniture: | Single beds (2), Double beds (2), Cots (1), Dining seating for 6, Lounge seating for 6 |
| Other: | Linen provided, please check with the advertiser regarding towels Highchair available |
| Outdoors: | Private garden, BBQ |
| Access: | Parking space |
Further details indoors:
Ground floor:
Entrance through porch into hallway. Living room with log fire, open beams and satellite TV. Additional sitting room with sofa, chairs and bookcase with a selection of books for guests, french doors lead into the garden. Dining room with open beams. Kitchen with electric cooker, fridge/freezer. Bathroom with bath, WC, shower, wash basin, washing machine and unusual porthole feature. Separate WC and wash basin.
First floor:
Two double bedded rooms and one twin bedded room, all with views over the village. Shower room marble-tiled with shower, wash basin and WC.
The cottage is warmed by night storage heaters and a log fire in the sitting room. There is an additional wood burning stove in the dining room.
Further details outdoors:
South facing private garden and patio area with table and chairs. Washing drying facilities. Views across the village and sea glimpses. Private parking space next to the cottage.
Further details
Linen is provided. Guests are requested to bring their own towels.
Highchair and travel cot included free of charge (we request that guests bring their own cot linen).
Pets are allowed at the extra charge of £20.00 per pet per week.
Mobile phone reception is poor in the cove, the cottage has a telephone with incoming calls only (telephone number 01326 290 176). There are public call boxes and most pubs have a payphone. The cottage has wifi.
There are few street lights, a torch may be useful.
Special note: The cottage is quite close to the village pub and some visitors notice occasional noise, particularly in hot weather.
Conditions
A deposit of 25% is required to secure your booking. The balance, plus refundable breakages deposit of £50, is payable 8 weeks prior to departure. The breakages deposit will be returned promptly after your visit (subject to a satisfactory property inspection).
The cottage is available after 3 pm on the day of arrival and is to be vacated by 10 am on day of departure.
The changeover day is Saturday although it may be possible to be flexible in low season or with late bookings.
The West Country / Cornwall region
Cornwall enjoys an excellent climate with very mild winters and summers that are almost Mediterranean in nature. This climate has in turn helped with the growth and development of a wealth of botanical gardens in Cornwall that have become renown worldwide.
Located at the southernmost end of the British Isle, in the county of Cornwall, the Lizard Peninsula is bordered on three sides by the sea, and the Helford River to the north. The name the Lizard is believed by some to come from the Cornish word “lezou” meaning headland. The National Trust owns a major proportion of the peninsula, and this helps in keeping it unspoilt and unchanged. Designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the Lizard Peninsula has some of the most spectacular scenery in Cornwall.
There are many small coves, once used by smugglers to land their kegs of French Brandywine, and beaches to be found at the Lizard, and the South-West coastal path is very popular with walkers. When people come to the Lizard they are inspired by the scenery to write, take photographs and paint. Many people go there just to escape the hustle and bustle of their daily lives.
The Peninsula has a maritime past and many shipwrecks can be seen all along the coastline. From old barquentines and schooners, to steamships from the late twentieth century, even fishing vessels that capsized near the coastline, and old submarines rusting in the waves, are all just a part of the scenery.
The Cadgwith area
Cadgwith is a picturesque fishing village with whitewashed thatched cottages lining the sides of the valley and a small fleet of colourful fishing boats winched up on the shingle beach. The fact that the boats are still in use and the local pub (The Cadgwith Cove Inn) is renown for it's singing of Cornish songs of a Friday evening is testament to the traditional character of this village still being alive and well. The village also has a thriving gig club. Cadgwith featured in the film 'Ladies in Lavender'.
The cove has two beaches - the fishing beach where you can watch the daily activities of the fishermen. A small rocky outcrop called the Todden separates this from the adjacent (swimming) beach
Places to visit and see on the Lizard Peninsula
Sandy beaches: Kynance Cove, Kennack Sands, Poldhu, Coverack, Polurrian, Gunwalloe.
Villages and places of interest: Cadgwith, Porthleven, Mullion, Coverack, Porthallow, St Keverne, Porthoustock, Helford River, Frenchman's Creek, Port Navas, Durgan, Manaccan, Goonhilly Downs.
Interesting towns: Helston, Falmouth, St Ives, Newlyn, Penzance, Truro.
Gardens nearby: Trebah, Glendurgan, Trengwainton, Trelissick, The Lost Gardens of Heligan, The Eden Project.
Things to do: Golf (at Mullion), short golf (at Helston), horse riding (from Ruan Minor), cycling (from Mullion), fishing (boat trips from Cadgwith), diving (at Porthkerris or Cadgwith) and surfing (best at Porthleven and Kennack Sands).
Events: 8th May, Helston Flora Day. 2nd July, Ruan Minor Vintage Rally. Mid July, St Keverne Ox Roast. All August, Regattas and fishing festivals in the area. Every Tuesday night, Folk singing in Cadgwith Pub. Every Friday, traditional maritime singing in Cadgwith Pub. At Christmas time most Cornish villages are decorated with fairy lights at night and on Christmas Day there is swimming at Cadgwith and Coverack.
How to get there
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| Nearest Travel Links | |
| Airport: | Newquay or Plymouth |
| Railway: | Redruth or Truro |
| Ferry: | Falmouth or Plymouth |
If you are travelling by road from anywhere outside of Devon and heading to the west of Cornwall, the most direct route is likely to include the M5 and then the A30. The cottage is 20 minutes drive from Helston.
Air travel to Newquay from Stansted, Gatwick, Leeds, Bradford, Bristol and Dublin (90 minutes drive).
Travel by train to Redruth, then onwards by bus or taxi (45 minutes drive).
Please contact the owner for further details.
Activities near Cadgwith
Horse Riding
Golf within 30 mins drive
Fishing
Walking holidays
Rural / countryside retreats
Beach or lakeside relaxation
Cycling holidays
Reviews
 05 Jan 2012 |
We looked all over the web to find a suitable cottage for our December holiday break. Trying to please 6 people was not an easy task, the requests were: walking distance from the beach and pub, traditional cottage feel, kitchen equipped for cooking a roast dinner, an open fire, no bunk beds, more than one bathroom, cute little town with great atmosphere and a swim on Christmas day.. well we are happy to say that Pebbles had all this and more! What a fantastic break we had, it was so relaxing, the first day we made a great discovery when we walked almost next door to the pub (we didn't hear any extra noise either). The locals were so friendly and made us feel at home straight away. Meals in the pub and around the area (Lizard) were amazing, such large roasts and good food. The highlight was the swim on Christmas day where it seemed the whole town came out - don't miss this! We had never seen such a lovely little town, filled with charming boats and with lights strung out across the beach for the holidays, it was really spectacular. Spending our nights around the fire was a highlight and the wifi was fast and convenient for those who had to work a little during their break. All commented that the beds were extremely comfortable. We were made to feel at home with a lovely card and we also appreciated the flexibility with dates as well. We would not hesitate to recommend to our friends and hope to come back soon. Response: We're delighted that you enjoyed your stay in Pebbles, the Cove is a wonderful place to enjoy Christmas, the swim is always fun to watch. We hope to welcome you back again. |
14 Nov 2011 |
I travelled with my two year old daughter and my mum and dad. Pebbles could easily have accommodated another couple without feeling crowded. The cottage itself has so much character and its locality to the beach which is used by local fishermen is yet another plus point. The people in the village are extremely friendly and if you don't want to eat in then Cadgwith Cove Inn is a 30 second walk from the cottage and serves beautiful food, often incorporating local produce. The surrounding area is stunning with places like Kennack Sands just a few minutes drive along with the Lizard and Kynance Cove. My daughter is still asking me when we are going back to its safe to say that Pebbles was wonderful. Response: Thank you for your lovely comments, we look forward to seeing you back in the Cove. |
21 Jul 2011 |
Traditional old cottage in a great location. This lovely old cottage is in the heart of the village. We had a very warm welcome from the owners and the local people. plus points for us were. A welcome Cornish cream tea. Lovely comfortable beds. Crisp fresh linen on the beds. Great garden to eat out in. very safe for children and dogs. Local pub very near by, selling great food. (folk night on Tuesday evening was good fun) 2 minutes walk and you are on the coastal path. (great if you take a dog) Cadgwith is a great location for getting to other places by car. It was good to see real Cornish art/gifts to take home A Negative point The local pub doesn't open monday to thursday for food until 7pm - a bit late for young children. Response: We're glad that you enjoyed your holiday and thank you for your lovely comments. We hope to welcome you back again. |
Guestbook for Pebbles
'We loved the location, the cove, the opportunity to be right next to the coastal walks and to be able to buy fresh fish daily from the Fisherman's shack. The close proximity to the local Inn was a bonus on days when you didn't want to cook. The people in the village/cove were all very friendly and great hosts. The cottage has all you need to keep up with modern life but also allows you to switch off when you want to. The owners of Pebbles were always helpful and on hand should you need advice'. Mr & Mrs B, July 2010
'We found that the cottage was really homely and had a friendly atmosphere to it. We had a fantastic Christmas. There is nothing we would change about it. The people of Cadgwith were really friendly and the swim really made our Christmas Day. Well the boys went in us girls took photos! We also got to enjoy the fantastic coastline and have found a new favourite beach in Kennack Sands.' Mr & Mrs M, - Dec 2009
'We had a fantastic time in Cadgwith and Pebbles Cottage, you couldn't get more into the heart of the village than at Pebbles'. Mr W-D, Jersey - Sept 2009
'We enjoyed the stay at Pebbles very much. Our kids were intrigued by the mistery that there really seemed to be a secret passway in the house (inside the walls between living room and the parlour, on both sides of the walk-through approx 10sqft), so they easily believed we lived in an old smuggler cottage that had an underground tunnel to the sea ;-)
Cadgwith was beautiful and we enjoyed the cliff paths, the beaches in Kynance Cove & Kennack Sands and the wonderful nature. We were positively surprised about the high standard of furniture and equipment in the cottage. It was very cosy and comfortable.' Mr L, Finland -August 2009
'We have stayed in Pebbles twice now, both times we have really enjoyed ourselves. We found the level of accommodation very satisfactory and comfortable, we have already recommended it to friends and family and are booking for next year as we love staying in the cove. It is lovely to be in stumbling distance to the pub and the cellars restaurant'. Mrs R, July 2009
'A cosy and comfortable cottage' Mr and Mrs W, Barnet - July 2007
'Spectacular scenery, wonderful walks and freshly caught seafood - we had a wonderful time' Mr C, Cheltenham - May 2008
'We had a great time and would love to book up same time next year' Mrs G, Barnet - April 2009
'We had a perfectly lovely time at the cottage - thank you so much. It was everything we'd hoped for and in such a fantastic location.' Mrs H, Oxford - May 2009
Rental prices
| Rental prices originally quoted in: British £ | Convert to: |
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| Period | From | To | Weekly | Nightly rate | Minimum stay | |
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| 12-Nov-11 | 12 Nov 11 | 24 Dec 11 | £ 325 | - | - | Flexible |
| 24-Dec-11 | 24 Dec 11 | 7 Jan 12 | £ 595 | - | - | 1 Week |
| 7-Jan-12 | 7 Jan 12 | 11 Feb 12 | £ 295 | - | - | 1 Week |
| 11-Jan-12 | 11 Feb 12 | 18 Feb 12 | £ 375 | - | - | 1 Week |
| 18-Jan-12 | 18 Feb 12 | 25 Feb 12 | £ 330 | - | - | 1 Week |
| 25-Feb-12 | 25 Feb 12 | 17 Mar 12 | £ 365 | - | - | 1 Week |
| 17-Mar-12 | 17 Mar 12 | 24 Mar 12 | £ 380 | - | - | 1 Week |
| 24-Mar-12 | 24 Mar 12 | 31 Mar 12 | £ 400 | - | - | 1 Week |
| 31-Mar-12 | 31 Mar 12 | 14 Apr 12 | £ 525 | - | - | 1 Week |
| 14-Apr-12 | 14 Apr 12 | 21 Apr 12 | £ 465 | - | - | 1 Week |
| 21-Apr-12 | 21 Apr 12 | 12 May 12 | £ 480 | - | - | 1 Week |
| 12-May-12 | 12 May 12 | 19 May 12 | £ 510 | - | - | 1 Week |
| 19-May-12 | 19 May 12 | 26 May 12 | £ 560 | - | - | 1 Week |
| 26-May-12 | 26 May 12 | 2 Jun 12 | £ 675 | - | - | 1 Week |
| 2-Jun-12 | 2 Jun 12 | 9 Jun 12 | £ 720 | - | - | 1 Week |
| 9-Jun-12 | 9 Jun 12 | 23 Jun 12 | £ 675 | - | - | 1 Week |
| 23-Jun-12 | 23 Jun 12 | 30 Jun 12 | £ 725 | - | - | 1 Week |
| 30-Jun-12 | 30 Jun 12 | 7 Jul 12 | £ 795 | - | - | 1 Week |
| 7-Jul-12 | 7 Jul 12 | 14 Jul 12 | £ 825 | - | - | 1 Week |
| 14-Jul-12 | 14 Jul 12 | 21 Jul 12 | £ 895 | - | - | 1 Week |
| 21-Jul-12 | 21 Jul 12 | 25 Aug 12 | £ 1045 | - | - | 1 Week |
| 25-Aug-12 | 25 Aug 12 | 1 Sep 12 | £ 825 | - | - | 1 Week |
| 1-Sep-12 | 1 Sep 12 | 8 Sep 12 | £ 625 | - | - | 1 Week |
| 8-Sep-12 | 8 Sep 12 | 15 Sep 12 | £ 565 | - | - | 1 Week |
| 15-Sep-12 | 15 Sep 12 | 22 Sep 12 | £ 520 | - | - | 1 Week |
| 22-Sep-12 | 22 Sep 12 | 29 Sep 12 | £ 490 | - | - | 1 Week |
| 29-Sep-12 | 29 Sep 12 | 27 Oct 12 | £ 465 | - | - | 1 Week |
| 27-Oct-12 | 27 Oct 12 | 3 Nov 12 | £ 580 | - | - | 1 Week |
| 3-Nov-12 | 3 Nov 12 | 17 Nov 12 | £ 400 | - | - | 1 Week |
| 17-Nov-12 | 17 Nov 12 | 1 Dec 12 | £ 350 | - | - | 1 Week |
| 1-Dec-12 | 1 Dec 12 | 8 Dec 12 | £ 425 | - | - | 1 Week |
| 8-Dec-12 | 8 Dec 12 | 22 Dec 12 | £ 350 | - | - | 1 Week |
| 22-Dec-12 | 22 Dec 12 | 8 Jan 13 | £ 680 | - | - | 1 Week |
NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.
25% of rental payable on booking
Refundable £50 security bond required with 75% final balance payment 8 weeks before arrival.
Bank transfer or cheque preferred.
Credit card bookings can be taken via PayPal.
Availability
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Contact the owner
* Required fields Please check the following errors: | 4 years listed You are contacting Fiona Fletcher
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Languages spoken   The owner is based in the United Kingdom and has advertised with Holiday Lettings since 2008. This cottage has received 4 reviews from previous guests.  |
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