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Exterior
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Beach
Food and drink

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 455.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Delabole, ENG
  • Place, Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Tintagel Castle
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Place, Eden Project
    ‪40 min drive‬
  • Airport, Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Crib

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Characterful Cottage near Port Isaac & Polzeath - Fibre Wifi.

Ruffcott is a charming cottage with a big windowed wood burner and connected to fibre broadband, located just a mile or two from some fabulous beaches and 12 minutes from Port Isaac and 20 from Polzeath. Rock and Daymer a few minutes further. For walkers, the dramatic coastal footpath and the wilds of Bodmin Moor are nearby. In an excellent location for touring, there are many NT houses and gardens within easy reach including the renowned Eden project. Shops and pubs within 1 mile.

Trebarwith Strand beach is nearby with 2 great pubs and shops. Surfing and body boarding are popular with lifeguards in the Summer. Tregardock is nearer and totally unspoilt so you'll need to take a picnic.

The cottage is fully equipped with 2 DVD players and Firesticks and most important - the WiFi has fibre broadband direct to the cottage, giving speeds of 55mb/s.

Central heating is provided through storage heaters which come on several times a day.

A big windowed wood burner provides even more heat and of course entertainment. You might want to turn the storage heating down if you don't like being roasted.

We are most popular with couples and small families. The cottage is an escape but is also well connected to the world if you want to be.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 23
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
No changeovers on Sundays Changeovers between mid July and end of August are on Saturdays only. That is Saturday to Saturday. Either one week or two.
Only wood is allowed in the wood burner. Sand should be washed off outside to protect the septic tank. Furniture to be left where it was found.

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
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Delabole

Located in Delabole, this cottage is in a rural area and near the beach. North Cornwall Museum and Cornwall at War Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Bowood Park Golf Course and St. Enodoc Golf Club. Consider King Arthur's Great Halls for a night out or Camelford Leisure Centre if you're travelling with kids. Surfing/body boarding and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and horse riding nearby.
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Delabole, ENG

What's nearby

  • Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Tintagel Castle - 19 min drive - 11.4 km
  • Padstow Harbour - 29 min drive - 34.0 km
  • Eden Project - 40 min drive - 44.0 km
  • Fistral Beach - 50 min drive - 54.4 km

Getting around

  • St Columb Road Station - 25 min drive
  • Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪King Arthur's Arms - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Cornish Bakery - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Golden Lion - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Angelique's Tea Room - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Pengenna Pasties - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Characterful Cottage near Port Isaac & Polzeath - Fibre Wifi. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Characterful Cottage near Port Isaac & Polzeath - Fibre Wifi. ?

As of 31 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Characterful Cottage near Port Isaac & Polzeath - Fibre Wifi. on 7 May 2026 start from NZ$327, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Characterful Cottage near Port Isaac & Polzeath - Fibre Wifi. ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Characterful Cottage near Port Isaac & Polzeath - Fibre Wifi. ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Characterful Cottage near Port Isaac & Polzeath - Fibre Wifi. ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Characterful Cottage near Port Isaac & Polzeath - Fibre Wifi. located?

This family-friendly Delabole cottage is located by the sea, within 3 mi (5 km) of Bowood Park Golf Course, Camelford Leisure Centre and Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. North Cornwall Museum and Tregardock Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 56 out of 81 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 81 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 81 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 81 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 81 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Neil K.

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

Nice quiet location

Nice cosy property . Very well equipped and comfy beds. Close to lots of nice beaches.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

jo M.

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

4 night stay in February

Well equipped cottage, good position for visiting local area including the coast. Nice quiet rural location, helpful host
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Victoria W.

Lovely cottage in a good location, made to feel welcome on arrival

Great cottage for a new year break, plenty warm enough. Kitchen well equipped with a nice bathroom and good sized bedrooms. All beds except one were comfy. Good location for a get away break, note on booking page to say no facilities in walking distance would be useful for planning your visit but didn't affect our enjoyment
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2018
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Steven K.

Well Equipped, Stylish and Characterful Cottage

We really enjoyed our time in the North Cornwall area. The beaches are less touristy than most of Cornwall. They are more spectacular too. Ruffcott had everything we needed for our stay. Maybe not the highest luxury but real charm and the owners' obviously care about the place. Looking forward to returning. M & T
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Fabulous Escape

We had a lovely week here. It is in a brilliant position, you can easily get to most of the best places in Cornwall within an hour’s drive. Nearby is the lovely beach of Trebarwith and the Mill House Inn, a fantastic local pub next to the beach. We particularly enjoyed the Thursday steak night with a local blues band!! There are also some lovely walks from the cottage itself, through the local woods. It is a real haven to come back to; clean and warm and very peaceful.
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent value. Well equipped. Lovely old character cottage. A bit off the beaten track but not too far to some great beaches and other attractions. Lounge lighting was a bit idiosyncratic and we never did manage to get the one over the dining table to work.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

George W.

Beautiful scenery. Great Escape

We had a great few days exploring the coast of North Cornwall. This sweet cottage is such an escape. We slept like logs in the quiet hamlet. Great pubs within a short drive and blustery cliff walks are what we love about this part of the world. The beaches are exciting without the kiss me quick feel you get in some areas. Highly recommended. G.W.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Rachel A.

Lovely cottage, good location

We enjoyed our three nights in Ruffcott...a very characterful, comfortable and cosy cottage. Lovely to have milk and wine left for us. Recommend eating at Surfside on Polzeath beach for casual dining, good service and very good food! V disappointing meal at the White Hart down the road. The cottage is in a good location for countryside and coast walks...9 miles from cottage to Tredogget and along the cliffs and back - we all slept well that night!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Rossen T.

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

A nice, little and cosy cottage

The cottage was clean and homely. Equipment was not super modern, but it is more than sufficient and allows you to cook wherever your heart desires. The cottage is located in a small hamlet, so you need to drive to get to the nearest shop or pub. The roads surrounding the cottage are typical for the region, and you need to backtrack if a car comes your way. For some reason, a few huge tractors and trucks were storming up and down the road all day long, but otherwise, the traffic was relatively low. Overall we had a very good stay in this cottage.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sheila J.

Warm and Cosy Cottage

Admittedly we had good weather with more sunshine than we've ever seen in February. Even so this charming cottage made our stay in North Cornwall ever so we welcoming and extremely cosy particularly with the beautiful wood burner. The cottage gave us great access to some of the best beaches in Cornwall. Trebarwith Strand being dramatic and beautiful at the same time. Our host, Steven, answered all our questions with an obvious passion for the area. We highly recommend this cottages for a romantic get away or a small family. Sheila. J
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Susan B.

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

Ideal for a restful break

The cottage was quirky and comfortable. It had everything we needed and was close to all the places we wanted to visit. Even with an adventurous 11-month-old it was an ideal retreat. Steven was an attentive host and the cottage was well supplied so we didn't need to worry about everyday items such as washing and dishwashing. The kitchen was small but well equipped. Thnak you Steven :)
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Grit K.

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

Sehr gemütliches Haus

Das Haus ist sehr liebevoll gestaltet und es ist alles vorhanden für einen gelungenen Urlaub. Nur einen Garten haben wir vermisst. Über die Spiele haben wir uns sehr gefreut und die Ruhe sehr genossen.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David C.

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

Beautiful cottage, would stay again

Stephen was really helpful during the booking process and whilst there, he checked in on us to see how we were getting on which was a lovely touch. The cottage was beautiful and really clean and tidy when we arrived. The beds were some of the most comfortable we have ever stayed in. The fireplace was a lovely and we enjoyed using it in the evenings. Cute little kitchen and having a dishwasher was great as we cooked most evenings to save money on going out every night. Lovely touches of board games there which we enjoyed playing as a family. TV downstairs and in 1 of the bedrooms was great and could access Netflix and you tube which with a teenager in tow was handy. Great location near by to most of the major tourist places in North Cornwall. Trebawith strand beach was a 10 minute drive and was stunning with a lovely little cafe there. We would definitely book this cottage again and will recommend
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Lovely located cottage

Very well located. Thé cottage is very clean and comfy. Steven provide maps, and other stuff to visit this beautiful country. We highly recommand this place for families.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hannah J.

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

Lovely stay in a lovely property.

Ruffcott was absolutely delightful. My family and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay in this lovely cosy place. Its well located with many towns a short car journey away or you can enjoy pleasant walks with access to footpaths very close by. The owner was very informative, providing us with all the information we needed to ensure we visited wonderful beaches and great pubs. We recommend this property to a couple or small family that likes a quiet location but doesn't mind a short drive to busier places. Thank you
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Amanda S.

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

a quirky cottage

An attractive cottage in a small hamlet outside Delabole. The cottage is well equipped and the owner very helpful, particularly prior to our stay. There are quite a few things that need to be repaired at the cottage and due to the weather at times we struggled to get things dry as the cottage was rather damp. But this did improve in our second week when the sun came out! The outside space is rather disappointing (a small area under some trees opposite the house and next to where you park the car) and the parking itself ( up a small ramp) is not for the faint hearted. However, the location is peaceful and near lots of great beaches. Thanks Steven for the tip about Tregadock - it was beautiful.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy M.

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

Cosy cottage

Off the beaten track, in a quiet village but close to local beaches and attractions. Despite stormy weather we had a great time in this cosy, well equipped cottage.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Felt like home

The property had everything we needed and more. Felt very homey. Loved the guide folder with all the information. You can tell this property is loved.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Claire B.

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

Lovely stay

We had a comfortable and cosy 2 week stay. It's a great location for exploring the north Cornwall coast and beaches. Steven was on hand to answer questions before and during the stay.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline H.

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

Perfect location for north Cornwall

Loved this atmospheric, cosy cottage tucked away near Delabole. Only 5 mins from the main A39 road but perfectly secluded in a small valley. Clean and comfortable, with a small but well equipped kitchen. Quiet and peaceful in the evenings. Both we and our early rising young boys appreciated the Amazon Firestick! Large collection of DVDs for film buffs too. Ruffcott is in a perfect location for the beaches near Padstow, just a 20 min drive away. Owners had a couple of great recommendations for other less well-known beaches too. Overall a great experience, would definitely recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Paul F.

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

Quaint Cottage

Ruffcott is a beautiful little cottage, very well equipped and was perfect for our needs for a couple of days away. It has everything you need. Plenty to see and do in the area (although the roads are not for the faint-hearted). Loved it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Reinier S.

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

Feeling home :)

We had a great stay in this lovely cottage. We felt home from the moment we've entered and it was a great starting point for us to discover the Cornwall area. We would book it again if we're visiting Cornwall again in the future!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lara B.

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

Soggiorno in relax

Abbiamo alloggiato 3 notti siamo state molto bene !!! Molto accogliente consigliatissimo
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Gary S.

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

Summer retreat

Charming cottage surrounded by beautiful countryside.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve S.

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

A wonderful stay in Cornwall

We had an amazing week in Cornwall at this property. A cosy 2 bedroom cottage provided the perfect base for us as we love Trebarwith Strand beach and it was only a short drive. We only had one rainy day and it was lovely to have such a nice base to be able to spend some time. A bottle of wine greeted us which was a surprise and the handy hints around the property made navigating how everything worked nice and easy. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

About the host

Hosted by Steven Kelynack

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We are Steven and Polly Kelynack. We bought Ruffcott in 2003 and have had many fabulous times here with our daughter and friends.

Being Cornish with a very Cornish name we have always had an affinity with Cornwall, with family roots all over Cornwall down to the town of Kelynack near Land's End.

Why they chose this property

The cliff walks, the drama of the weather, the surfing, beautiful beaches - these are just a few of the attractions of North Cornwall.

It is closer to London than most of Cornwall being only 4 hours away. It's an hour from Exeter, and 2 hours from Bristol.

What makes this property unique

Trebarwith Strand is our favourite Beach just 10 minutes away. Tregardock beach and Polzeath are also close by.

The charming fishing village of Port Isaac is very close.

There are fabulous Summer and Easter classical concerts at St Endellion Church.

There are golf clubs in the cottage which you can use at any of the numerous courses nearby.

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