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Cosy with a real Cornish feel right on the beach, near Padstow.
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Reviews
9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroomSleeps 435 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area

Padstow, Cornwall
- Place, Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty1 min walk
- Place, South West Coast Path Section 15 Trailhead1 min walk
- Place, Porthcothan Beach2 min walk
- Airport, Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall)15 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 4)
Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
Living Room 1
1 Queen Bed
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Cosy with a real Cornish feel right on the beach, near Padstow.
The Red Buoy is an idyllic sunny beach apartment attached to a Victorian slate house right on Porthcothan beach. This beautiful beach has sand dunes, caves, rock pools, surfing and is fantastic for swimming and fishing. The coastal path runs right past the end of the garden with wonderful cliff walks, stunning views and great birdwatching. This apartment has whitewashed wooden walls throughout. The kitchen and bathroom have a conservatory roof and are very light and sunny. The kitchen shelves and work surfaces are hand crafted from hardwoods washed up on Cornish beaches. The double bedroom is like a ships cabin, with a lot of cupboard space and an ensuite bathroom (shower, basin and WC). The living room has a futon bed, armchair, table and four chairs, oil heater, maps, books and games. It has DVD/CD and wireless broadband. The entrance is through its own private garden with a washing line, table and chairs, access to a laundry room, telephone and the local shop.
Sun Decks: The kitchen has a wooden deck just outside the door where you can eat at a table a chairs provided.
There is another wooden deck with a door onto it from the bedroom, a suntrap in the afternoon.
Sun Decks: The kitchen has a wooden deck just outside the door where you can eat at a table a chairs provided.
There is another wooden deck with a door onto it from the bedroom, a suntrap in the afternoon.
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House Rules
Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Padstow
Located in Padstow, this cabin is in a rural area and near the beach. Padstow Museum and Lighthouse Cinema are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Padstow Harbour and Great Western Beach. Padstow Maize Maze and National Lobster Hatchery are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Padstow, Cornwall
What's nearby
- Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
- South West Coast Path Section 15 Trailhead - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
- South West Coast Path Section 16 Trailhead - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
- Porthcothan Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
- Pentire Steps Beach - 2 min drive - 2.4 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- The Cornish Arms - 5 min drive
- Catch Seafood, Bar & Grill - 6 min drive
- Padstow Tasting Rooms - 9 min drive
- The Golden Lion Hotel - 9 min drive
- The Merrymoor Inn - 6 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
4.0/10
Amenities
2.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.8/10
Check-in
9.4/10
Communication
10/10
Location
9.6/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
19 October 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Andrew L.
29 August 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Andrew L.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Margaret W.
29 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lovely location.
Margaret W.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Susan R.
30 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A third visit to this small quirky 'cabin'
Susan R.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Susan R.
2 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Small and querky accommodation in an ideal beach location
Susan R.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Faye W.
5 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyable stay
Faye W.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Feeline M.
25 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing location
Feeline M.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Sheila B.
7 April 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Heaven
Sheila B.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Melina v.
12 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Unique beach house near the beach
Melina v.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Sandra V.
20 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic unique place to stay
Sandra V.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified
8/10 Good
Lizzie S.
22 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Red Buoy
Lizzie S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kate B.
26 September 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quirky and fun
Kate B.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified
4/10 Poor
Neil
8 June 2024
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Neil
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Michelle S.
15 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved it!
Michelle S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified
6/10 Okay
Andrew D.
25 September 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Our short stay at the Red Bouy
Andrew D.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
C.D. H.
7 September 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
C.D. H.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Susan R.
2 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely accommodation - perfect for walks along the coast and the beach.
Susan R.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Simon V.
7 June 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A fantastic location in an authentic beach property.
Simon V.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Simon H.
21 September 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thoroughly enjoyable.
Simon H.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Sarah C.
7 September 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Brilliant , quirky , beach apartment
Sarah C.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Emily O.
27 July 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Idyllic quiet hideaway
Emily O.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Collette J.
2 July 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peace Haven
Collette J.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Verified
8/10 Good
gillian H.
30 June 2021
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quirky Red Buoy Vacation
gillian H.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Verified
6/10 Okay
Caroline F.
31 May 2021
Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Amazing location and stunning beach
Caroline F.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
John F.
25 May 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Return Visit
John F.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2021
About the host
Hosted by Jane Darke
I am a painter, writer and film maker. I made a film about beach combing which was shown on BBC4 a few years ago. There is a copy in the apartment for you to see when you arrive. I spend a lot of time on the beaches and the main house has beach finds in the garden.
Why they chose this property
My husbands family have lived in this house since 1947. They were a farming family.
What makes this property unique
The main house with the Red Buoy apartment attached is one of very few houses on the coast of Cornwall with a garden door which opens onto the beach. It is a very special place- everyone who comes here says so. The beach and cliff walks and coves are really beautiful in summer and winter- any time of year because its always different.
Languages:
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