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View to sea from lower terrace | Puffin Burrow, Portmellon, near Mevagissey
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Portmellon, near Mevagissey
  • Place, Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Polkirt Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Mevagissey Aquarium
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Puffin Burrow, a beautiful historic couples retreat overlooking the Cove.

Puffin Burrow, a beautiful historic couples retreat overlooking the Cove. With fabulous views and stylish interiors. Listen to the waves at night and watch the sunrise over the sea from your super king bed.. Ground Floor:

Open plan living space.

Living area: TV, Freesat, DVD Player, Amazon Echo, Electric Woodburner

Dining area.

Kitchen area: Electric Range, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Coffee Machine, Washing Machine

First Floor:

Bedroom: Zip And Link Super Kingsize Bed (2 x Singles On Request) Ensuite: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet. Uninterrupted sea views. Two patios. Electric heaters, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Patio with garden furniture. Lower waterfront terrace (shared with cottage next door). On road parking, 80 yards away. High water mooring. No smoking. Please note: There are steep steps leading to the waterfront terrace which are unsuitable for the less mobile.. Puffin Burrow is a charming, historic, romantic couples retreat by the edge of the beautiful cove, in the traditional Cornish village of Portmellon.

There are wonderful sea views stretching out across pretty Chapel Point from the bedroom, living room, patio and lower terrace. Owned by an interior designer and an artist this 18th century traditional Fishermans cottage has been sensitively modernised whilst retaining its period character. With the glorious Cornish sea air and tranquil sounds of waves lapping just outside, Puffin Burrow offers a relaxing and calming escape to reinvigorate the soul.

The cottage is on the South West Coastal Path with great walks in both directions. Garden enthusiasts will appreciate the close proximity of the Eden Project and the Lost Gardens of Heligan. Others will love relaxing on their choice of two terraces, watching the day go by.

Portmellon is a quiet attractive cove surrounding a sandy beach. 50 yards from Puffin Burrow there is a traditional old smugglers pub serving local ales. There are kayak and paddle board hire facilities and an outside café in the summer months. Portmellon is a short walk away from the pretty harbour of Mevagissey with its quaint cottages around the fishing harbour supporting a great variety of pubs, shops and restaurants.

Free WiFi



This property is considered unsuitable for the less mobile.

There are large gaps between banister spindles.

Only dogs allowed at the property.

Suitable for up to 1 pet

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
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

Pets allowed
This property accepts a maximum of 1 pet(s)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
The guest will be charged 50% amount for a cancellation after the reservation is made.

Important information

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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 no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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

St Austell is home to this cottage. Mevagissey Museum and Charlestown Shipwreck and Heritage Centre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Caerhays Castle and Pinetum Park and Pine Lodge Gardens. Eden Project and Mevagissey Aquarium are also worth visiting.
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Portmellon, near Mevagissey

What's nearby

  • Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Polkirt Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Mevagissey Aquarium - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • South West Coast Path Section 31 Trailhead - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Mevagissey Museum - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • St Austell Station - 19 min drive
  • Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Teacup Tearoom - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Nile’s Bakery - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Ship Inn - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Pier House Hotel & Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Salamander - ‬15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Puffin Burrow, a beautiful historic couples retreat overlooking the Cove. pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Puffin Burrow, a beautiful historic couples retreat overlooking the Cove.?

As of 23 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Puffin Burrow, a beautiful historic couples retreat overlooking the Cove. on 23 May 2026 start from NZ$469, 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 Puffin Burrow, a beautiful historic couples retreat overlooking the Cove.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Puffin Burrow, a beautiful historic couples retreat overlooking the Cove.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Puffin Burrow, a beautiful historic couples retreat overlooking the Cove.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Puffin Burrow, a beautiful historic couples retreat overlooking the Cove. located?

Situated in St Austell, this cottage is steps away from Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and Polkirt Beach. South West Coast Path Section 32 Trailhead and South West Coast Path Section 31 Trailhead are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Julia

special little fisherman's cottage, cosy and full of character.

special little fisherman's cottage, cosy and full of character. Amazing location. Wonderful sea view from the bed! Awesome storm to watch while we were there in January.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Dee

Had a wonderful week in this lovely cottage , amazingly situated location, fantastic views overlooki

Had a wonderful week in this lovely cottage , amazingly situated location, fantastic views overlooking the sea.Cottage was very comfy, well equipped and spotlessly clean, tastefully decorated retaining all its charm. Was great to have access to a lower small patio area where you could sit n practically touch the sea. Just a short walk to Mevagissy which we did every day at some point.Definately recommend, and would re visit in a heartbeat. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Aileen

A great find, so we have booked again for next year.

A great find, so we have booked again for next year. I could not fault the cottage / location, my only recommendation going forward would be to provide a slip mat for the bath. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
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10/10 Excellent

Nico

Overall the stay was very enjoyable.

Overall the stay was very enjoyable. The cottage was exactly what we expected. It was clean, well equipped, and charmingly decorated. It's position on the water's edge allowed for some spectacular views. There are plenty of places to eat in nearby Mevagissey, which is only a 10 minute walk away. Most of them were open. Due to lockdown regulations, the Rising Sun in Portmellon was only serving drinks outside, and the Snack Shack was selling hot drinks and some essentials like milk and eggs. The only (small) convenience store we could find was the Mevagissey News (in Mevagissey itself). There are, however, many larger supermarkets in St. Austell, which is not too far away if required. We would recommend not driving through Mevagissey, as the risk of a traffic jam on Polkirt Hill is just not worth it. We always drove the long way through Gorran Churchtown and then to Pentewan. By the way, the Lost Gardens at Heligan are worth a visit, even if it is just for the tea room. The Wet Fish in Mevagissey Harbour sells fresh food daily. We tried the mussels (almost 2kg), and they were absolutely beautiful and tasty. Definitely worth a visit. For those who enjoy a round of golf, must try Carlyon Bay Golf Club. The views, and facilities are exceptional. If you tee off after 15:00, green fees are only £25.00, instead of the normal £55.00. Porthpean Golf Club, although not quite the same standard of golf course as Carlyon Bay, has equally spectacular views, and the staff are extremely welcoming and friendly. I would definitely recommend a round at Porthpean. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
From a partner site

8/10 Good

JIm

We had a great stay at Puffin Burrow.

We had a great stay at Puffin Burrow...the location just above the water is absolutely stunning and very relaxing. The cottage had everything we needed, the bedroom is a good size with wonderful sea views. Fairly easy to park and unload, we left the car just down near the beach, less than 5 minutes walk. We arrived at night so the cottage was a bit hard to find, we couldn't see anything from the road that indicated where it was, eventually found the small gate and access, probably would have been much easier by daylight. The mattresses were pretty thin / didn't give much support, these could do with replacing.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Beverley

Had a great time staying at Puffin Burrow, lots on nice dog walks around and they can go on the beac

Had a great time staying at Puffin Burrow, lots on nice dog walks around and they can go on the beach at Portmellon in October. The views are really nice across the harbour.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Jan

We love coming here.

We love coming here. The views are absolutely stunning. But the cleaners don't do a very good job. There were cobwebs everywhere and the windows were filthy. With views like that you really need clean windows
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Absolutely beautiful little cottage in an amazing location.

Absolutely beautiful little cottage in an amazing location. Cottage was clean and tidy with everything we needed. Beautiful little bay with clear waters and sand. Had great days and evenings out in Mevagissey which is about 20 minutes walk. Rising sun pub just down the road. Good location for exploring the local area's and the South of Cornwall, major town is St Austell which is only about a 20 minute drive away. Will definitely be back.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Delia

Super cottage lying on bed listening to the waves crash on the sea wall is wonderful.

Super cottage lying on bed listening to the waves crash on the sea wall is wonderful. If you want peace and tranquility this is the place. Only one pub and no shop so be prepared to drive
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Linda

A cozy and comfortable cottage in a spectacular setting.

A cozy and comfortable cottage in a spectacular setting. Very well equipped with everything we needed. Would definitely recommend to friends and family.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

David

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What a beautiful position loved every minute great walk into mevagissey
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Michael

We have been to Puffin Burrow many times, and return because the location is wonderful, and accommod

We have been to Puffin Burrow many times, and return because the location is wonderful, and accommodation is very good too. We will return.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

michael

Perfect little hideaway for a couple.

Perfect little hideaway for a couple. Had everything we needed. Pottmellon has a great little pub, but nothing else. Mevagissey is 20 min walk, and has everything else you would need. Highly recommended.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

We nearly didn't attempt the 4hr journey down to Cornwall because of the heavy snowfall, but soooo g

We nearly didn't attempt the 4hr journey down to Cornwall because of the heavy snowfall, but soooo glad we did. Puffin Burrow was in the most beautiful location. Watching the sun rise and set whilst lying in bed was quite an experience!. The cottage was very comfortable and cozy and everything that we hoped it would be. Let us know if it comes on the Market!

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