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Turtle Cottage, Charlestown

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Exterior
Living area
Living area
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Dog-friendly
  • Barbecue
  • Electric vehicle charging point
  • Refrigerator
  • Dryer
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Charlestown, Cornwall
  • Place, Charlestown Shipwreck and Heritage Centre
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Charlestown Harbour
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Charlestown Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Turtle Cottage, Charlestown

Surrounded by beautiful Cornish countryside, Turtle Cottage is only a minutes walk away from the main harbour which is alive with eateries & watering holes, coffee and gift shops, The Shipwreck Museum and of course, Charlestown beach. Charlestown is often associated with its role in the filming of various movies and TV shows, including Poldark, due to its well-preserved waterfront and 18th-century atmosphere. Turtle cottage is approached by a private driveway which leads to Polmear Farm and where allocated parking is available, including EV charger. It is a mid-terrace barn with 3ft thick exposed granite and cob walls making it very sound proof. Upon entering, guests are greeted by an open plan living area with vaulted ceiling, oozing character and warmth, creating a home from home feeling making it the perfect getaway. The living area consists of a newly built fully equipped kitchen, dining and lounge area. A corridor leads off the lounge to the main bathroom which has a bath and large walk-in shower. Also on the ground floor is a twin bedroom plus a king bedroom with an en suite shower room. A further spacious super-king (or twin) bedroom is accessed by stairs that lead from the living room up to a mezzanine snug area. The bedroom itself is large and has its original beams, low windows and skylights. Outside the front of Turtle Cottage is a lawn area and a private garden seating area with dining furniture, parasol and BBQ - perfect for alfresco dining on a Summer's evening.

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House Rules

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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)

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 11707311
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

St Austell

Located in St Austell, this cottage is near the beach. Charlestown Shipwreck and Heritage Centre and Wheal Martyn China Clay Country Park are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Eden Project and Pinetum Park and Pine Lodge Gardens. Travelling with kids? Consider St Austell Leisure Centre and Kidzworld. Jet skiing and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking nearby.
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Charlestown, Cornwall

What's nearby

  • Charlestown Shipwreck and Heritage Centre - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Charlestown Harbour - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Charlestown Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Duporth Beach - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Porthpean Beach - 5 min drive - 2.4 km

Getting around

  • Luxulyan Station - 11 min drive
  • Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The New Taj Bangladeshi and Indian Cuisine - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪The Britannia Inn - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Holmbush Inn - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Pier House Hotel & Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Francine's Fish And Chips - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Turtle Cottage, Charlestown pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Turtle Cottage, Charlestown?

On-site parking is available at the property.

Where is Turtle Cottage, Charlestown located?

This family-friendly St Austell cottage is located by the sea, within a 5-minute walk of Charlestown Shipwreck and Heritage Centre, Charlestown Beach and Charlestown Harbour. Pinetum Park and Pine Lodge Gardens and Duporth Beach are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Check-in

8.0/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Boudewijn

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cottage on a perfect spot. kitchen was well equipped. The beds were comfortable. Many good restaurants nearby!
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 January 2026
Many thanks for leaving a 10/10 review. We would love to welcome you back again in the future to this property or any of the many others that we host in Cornwall.

About the host

Hosted by Emma Hurst

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We, at The Cornish Holiday Company, have much pleasure in hosting this property for the owner, who has dedicated the time to make Turtle Cottage the perfect retreat for guests to enjoy. We are a locally based company and should you therefore require anything during your stay we are on call to assist.

Why they chose this property

Charlestown is steeped in history, a World Heritage site and is also part of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO). Even better, Turtle Cottage is only a minutes walk from this famous and picturesque harbour which has been used in many TV shows and films, including Poldark. It is surrounded by coffee & gift shops, eateries & watering holes and Charlestown beach. There are nearby coastal walks with stunning views over the sea, cliffs and nearby beaches such as Porthpean and Carloyn Bay where there are many watersports activities on offer. For the even more energetic, Carloyn Bay golf club is nearby too. A short drive from Charlestown is the Eden Project which is a world-renowned eco-tourism destination with biomes housing a vast variety of plant species. It is also here that events and renowned musicians play in concert.

What makes this property unique

Turtle Cottage couldn't be situated in a better position for seeing Charlestown as guests do not need to drive anywhere as everything is on your doorstep. Plenty of parking and an EV charger (small additional charge) are available at the property. Either side of Turtle Cottage is Starfish Cottage (sleeps 2) and Dolphin Cottage (sleeps 6). In total there is accommodation on this estate for 14 guests.

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