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Alice's Cottage
Lounge area seating for 4
Kitchen and Dining area Seating for 4
Private kitchen
Private kitchen

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Top-rated comfy beds
    Guests liked the comfy beds here.
  • Fireplace
    A rare find - cosy up in front of a warm, inviting fireplace.
  • Easy parking, easy stay
    Guests love the location for its easy and accessible parking.
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Looe, ENG
  • Place, Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Looe Beach
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Polperro Harbour
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall)
    ‪72 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Alice's Cottage, Stands In The Beautiful Kilminorth Woods At Watergate

Alice's Cottage provides peace and tranquility, a perfect holiday retreat at any time of the year. Just a few steps from the West Looe River with an abundance of wildlife life. There is a pretty 45 minute walk through Kilminorth Woods beside the estuary to the lively town of Looe. Looe has a good selection of small shops in particular an excellent fresh fish shop right by the market on the quay. It has many historic buildings including smugglers pubs and some of Cornwalls finest restaurants. There is a gently shelving child friendly beach and the coast is excellent for sport fishing. A short drive away is picturesque Polperro and excellent sheltered bays at Talland, Lantivert and Lantic. The cottage is beautifully equipped to a high standard. The cottage offers accommodation over two floors and has a mixture of carpeting, slate, tile floors and rugs throughout. The oak beamed lounge has an ancient fireplace with wood burning stove providing cosines on a winter's break. The modern tiled bathroom with electric power shower over bath and has a heated towel rail. The large airy kitchen/dinner has a range of wall and base units, electric cooker, microwave, fridge with ice compartment, washing machine and seating for four.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 6187772
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
Cashless transactions are available
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, 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

About the area

Looe

Located in Looe, this cottage is in a rural area and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and Lantic Bay Beach, while Old Guildhall Museum and Gaol and Stuart House Arts and Heritage Centre are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Polperro Model Village and Kartworld. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and sailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and mountain biking.
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Looe, ENG

What's nearby

  • Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty - 5 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Looe Beach - 11 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Talland Bay Beach - 13 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Polperro Harbour - 13 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Eden Project - 44 min drive - 26.8 km

Getting around

  • Looe Station - 7 min drive
  • Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sarah's Pasty Shop - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Globe Inn - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Kelly's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Jolly Sailor - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Martins Dairy - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Alice's Cottage, Stands In The Beautiful Kilminorth Woods At Watergate pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Alice's Cottage, Stands In The Beautiful Kilminorth Woods At Watergate?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Alice's Cottage, Stands In The Beautiful Kilminorth Woods At Watergate?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Alice's Cottage, Stands In The Beautiful Kilminorth Woods At Watergate?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Alice's Cottage, Stands In The Beautiful Kilminorth Woods At Watergate located?

This family-friendly Looe cottage is located by the sea, within 3 mi (5 km) of Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Old Guildhall Museum and Gaol and Looe Beach. Hannafore Beach and Talland Bay Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 49 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 49 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 49 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 49 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 49 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Natasha W.

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

Amazing Gem of a Property

The most outstanding Holiday property we have stayed at. Cosy, Comfortable, Spotlessly clean We recommend to everyone Natasha(Oxfordshire)
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ed P.

Lovely cottage in a beautiful setting

Beautifully equipped cottage, lovely space, Watergate is a lovely peaceful valley, there was no one else around!
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Mar, 2020
Thank you for your review. So pleased you enjoyed your stay. Hope to welcome you and your family to Watergate in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julia I.

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

Wonderful stay

We had the absolute best time. The cottage is beautiful and in the most quiet, idyllic setting. A perfect break from busy lives. Lots of walks and cosy evenings by the far. We will certainly return ❤️
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Feb, 2023
So pleased you enjoyed your stay and thank you for your wonderful review. Hopefully we can welcome you again in the future
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul C.

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

Terrific short break

My wife and I needed a break from our home in south west London and this was idyllic. A delightful property in a gorgeous location a woodland walk away from Looe and we were blessed with good weather throughout. Loved it and wished we’d had more time here.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Emma R.

Hidden gem!

We have just returned from a lovely 2 weeks at Alice's Cottage. The cottage was very comfortable and well equipped, set in a beautiful, peaceful part of Cornwall, near Looe. Enjoyed many an evening sat outside, appreciating the tranquil location, with a glass of bubbly!! Would definitely recommend the river walk from Alice's Cottage into Looe. Thank you for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Mar, 2020
Thank you for your review, so pleased you enjoyed your holiday and you were able to appreciate all that Alice's Cottage has to offer. We had the opportunity of staying this weekend, as you mentioned it was so tranquil sitting outside and for us looking up at the amazing array of stars but the Meteorite shower was not quite what we had hoped for. Look forward to welcoming you again in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte S.

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

A beautiful little cottage

The prettiest little cottage and garden where we spent most evenings. Perfect place to relax and enjoy the beauty of nature. The cottage was so cosy and comfy, everything you could require and more! Owners lovely people with good knowledge of places to visit. Thanks so much Keith and Dawn we had an absolutely amazing time. Xx
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Jul, 2023
Thank you for your very kind review. We enjoyed your company over the week at Watergate. Hopefully we can welcome you back in the future
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ian D.

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

Relaxing retreat

Our 3rd stay at Alice's cottage was as good as the 1st. We love the rural location with all the wildlife and just a stones throw from the river. The quirkiness of the old cottage is fun with its slanty floor's and stairs. The kitchen is compact but with everything you need at hand. A wonderful peaceful retreat tucked away from the rest of the bustling world! We'll be back again soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Biljana J.

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

A beautiful cottage in the forest

A beautiful cottage in the forest. There is a river right next door and you can go on lovely walks towards Looe. The accommodation is very clean and has everything you need for a stay. We especially liked the kitchen. Communication with the owners was very good. They answered questions immediately. We would book the accommodation again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rhian H.

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

Lovely cottage in a magical location

We had a lovely week in Alice’s cottage. We decided to leave the car at home and travel to Cornwall by train, which was very easy and stress free. With the cottage being only 1.5miles along the estuary to Looe, we had easy access to transport links, coastal walks and pubs and restaurants. Alice’s cottage is cosy and very well equipped for a long stay. The beds were really comfy and little touches like having cooking oil, salt, pepper, herbs and tea bags was much appreciated, especially as we didn’t have a car to drive to the shop.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eileen J.

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

Alice’s Cottage

A cosy little cottage in a beautiful setting. It was exceptionally clean and well equipped and the cream tea on arrival was most welcome. It was an easy walk into Looe through the woods and we did that a few times. We often enjoyed a cuppa in the front garden after a day out or just wandered down to the river to soak up the tranquility. Despite lots of busy days, we came home feeling like we’d actually had a really relaxing week.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

6/10 Okay

Mark T.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Pleasent stay

The stay at the cottage was a perfect location for the stay. Our only criticism was the cottage could do with a spruce up as some of the interior was tired looking from paint missing in the walls the bathroom sink cupboard needs replacing due to water damage, the rugs could do with a good clean. The cottage was quite dark and need the lights on. On a plus side the beds were really comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Jul, 2023
Thank you for your comments we are sorry that you found the cottage required some maintenance. We have carried out works to all areas mentioned and appreciate any feedback that can improve the experience for our guest.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

J G S.

Pure bliss

We found Alice’s Cottage perfect for a relaxing holiday, it was set in idyllic surroundings, equipped with everything we required and had extremely comfy beds. Pure comfort and quality and impeccably clean throughout. We found it easy to visit many parts of Cornwall and had day trips to Minack Theatre, Land's End, St Ives, Padstow, Port Issac as well as beautiful Looe, Polperro and Talland Bay. Caretaker and owner contactable throughout week and very helpful and accommodating. The owners of the cottage have clearly gone above and beyond to make the cottage a fantastic place to stay. We would definitely return.
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Mar, 2020
Thank you for your kind words we always appreciate positive and complimentary reviews. We do try to make Alice's Cottage a home from home for our guests to enjoy during their stay. We would love to welcome you or people you recommend in the future.
Verified

8/10 Good

Christopher F.

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

Enjoyable stay in a quirky cottage in a great location.

The cottage was big enough for the two of us and our Westie. The layout was odd with the kitchen being on another floor, but maybe we are "nit picking" and it probably had been mentioned in the property listing. The owners supplied wood for the wood burning stove (this was a first for us) and was excellent for the cooler evenings. The location was fantastic and the weather was brilliant. We met the owners who were very friendly and nice people. This was our first time in the Looe area of Cornwall, which we enjoyed, but thought that Looe itself, was "past it's sell by date" and we thought it was scruffy and looked "uncared" for.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karin M.

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

Nice

Sehr schönes, traditionelles Häuschen, liebevoll und sehr gut ausgestattet.Jedoch sehr ländlich, die Straßen dorthin sind sehr eng.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Timo R.

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

Typisches englisches Cottage in ruhiger Lage

Wir haben unseren Aufenthalt sehr genossen. Das Cottage hat alles was man braucht und ist rundum gemütlich. Man sollte sich bewusst sein, das bei einem Cottage alles etwas enger ist. Dazu passt, dass auch die Zufahrt über eine sehr schmale Straße führt.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debbie N.

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

Looe holiday

We’ll equipped cottage in a peaceful hamlet with the town a short walk away, thank you.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sabine J.

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

Familienurlaub

Super schön, sauber und romantisch...
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anna A.

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

Wonderful Stay

Beautiful location next to the woods and river. The cottage was charming and very well equipped. Communication with the owners was excellent. Lovely welcoming touch to leave scones and clotted cream / jam for our arrival.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark L.

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

Alice’s Cottage

A perfect, cosy holiday cottage in the countryside by the river. Very comfy beds and well equipped kitchen. A great base to explore Cornwall. Highly recommended and look forward to returning.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jaspal S.

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

Lovely stay

A very pleasant week at the property. The cottage is delightful and very well furnished with lots of nice touches and the owners have thought of everything (eg bbq, fireplace, high speed internet and anything else you need etc). The location is stunning (right next to the West Looe River) and pleasantly secluded and quiet.
Verified

8/10 Good

Andrew J.

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

Secluded hideaway in a very tranquil setting

This is a very quaint little cottage in a beautiful setting of extreme tranquility. If you enjoy nature and kayaking/paddle boarding this property is literally a stones throw away from the estuary and it is fun to join others on the water in their adventures. There is a constant sound of a babbling brook which is very relaxing and the garden area seems private despite being on the front of the property. The cottage is well equipped and has everything that you need. Walking to Looe is easy and peaceful by following the estuary along and through a woodland. There is a beached area along the path at low tide which s excellent for spotting deer, foxes and water birds. This cottage is an wonderful retreat if you're looking to get away from absolutely everything. Lantic Bay is an absolute must and is the most beautiful place that we'd ever been to in this county. It's not for the faint hearted though as the roads are extremely narrow, but it would be on our must do list every time. It literally took our breath away with its yachts and crystal blue waters.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sue C.

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

A great stay at Alice’s Cottage

A lovely cottage in a beautiful, peaceful setting. Very clean and comfortable, with everything needed. A great place to explore the area from. Looking forward to a return visit. Many thanks.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gillian C.

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

Beautiful House in Gorgeous Setting

We were so happy in this beautiful house which is set in the most gorgeous valley. Dawn and Keith could not have been kinder and the facilities at the house were superb. We couldn’t believe how well we slept and this was due to the wonderful bed and quality bedding. We were treated to the most wonderful scones, cream and jam on arrival and the kitchen is very well equipped if you wish to spend time here! We chose to explore the area and were extremely fortunate to have excellent weather. Alice’s Cottage is spotlessly clean and you couldn’t wish to have nicer people to deal with.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Jun, 2021
Thank you for your very kind review. It was a pleasure to host you both and hopefully we will be able to welcome you again in the future. Good luck with your plans for the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Simone D.

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

Perfect retreat

We had a brilliant stay at Alice's Cottage. The place was immaculate when we arrived and it made us feel very 'safe' in these Covid times. One of the best equipped cottages we have ever stayed in with really good quality bits and pieces. The bedding was wonderful and I had the best week's sleep in ages! The wood burner was cosy and lovely to have on in the evenings. The walk alongside the river to Looe is very pretty and well worth doing as it is right on the doorstep. We feel very lucky to have managed to fit this stay in just before lockdown was announced . Thanks for a wonderful stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ian D.

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

Just as good second time around!

This was our second stay at Alice’s cottage and although our first visit was four years ago it was just as good as the first! Very clean and tidy in a wonderful setting just a few short steps from the river. Super quiet with the exception of the noisy owl late at night and the other birds during the day. A huge thanks for the tasty treats left for our arrival they went down wonderfully well that evening in front of the roaring fire. Overall Alice’s Cottage is a wonderful retreat from the everyday humdrum of modern life with its quirky stairs and sloping floors. It sits nestled in quiet and beautiful surroundings just a stones throw from a gorgeous Coastline. We will be back and will most definitely recommend to anyone wanting to stay in that area. Thanks again to Dawn and Keith for another super holiday.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020

About the host

Hosted by Keith and Dawn Brown

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Why they chose this property

We purchased this property in August 2016 after only viewing once. It had everything we were looking for in a holiday home. Perfect location in the heart of the woods but just a short distance from Looe and Polperro. The visitors book confirmed what we already guessed that people were choosing to return to Alice's Cottage several times a year. So we have decided to share this beautiful cottage and location with others.

What makes this property unique

Delightful old chocolate box cottage sheltered in the hamlet of Watergate, stands in a beautiful wooded valley. This idyllic spot is perfect for birdwatchers and walkers. The sound of the stream running nearby adds to the feeling of tranquility. But just minutes from beaches, shops and restaurants.

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