WATCHTOWER, family friendly, character holiday cottage in Downderry

1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 61560.8 sq ft

Popular amenities

Outdoor Space

Washer

Explore the area

Downderry, South West England

Whitsand Bay11 min drive
Polperro Harbour21 min drive
Looe Beach27 min drive
Plymouth (PLH-Plymouth City)38 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 6)

2 bathrooms

Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

En-suite

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

This charming former coastguard cottage sits just above the beach at Downderry, and can sleep six people in four bedrooms.

Watchtower is a charming former coastguard cottage, situated just above the beach at Downderry. The cottage sleeps six people and has two double bedrooms (one with an en-suite bathroom), a twin room, a single room and a family bathroom. There is also a kitchen, laundry room and sitting room with dining area. Outside is a lovely lawned garden with fantastic sea views and outdoor furniture, plus off road parking for either two small cars or one medium car. Located just above the beach and within walking distance of the village centre, Watchtower is the perfect choice for those seeking a traditional seaside holiday.

Amenities: Oil fired central heating. Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, tumble dryer, TV, WiFi, espresso coffee machine. Fuel and power inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Cot and high chair available. Off road parking for 2 small cars/1 medium car. Enclosed garden with furniture. Sorry, no pets and no smoking. Pubs 3 mins walk. Beach at the end of the garden.

Region: Cornwall's visitors are constantly tempted back to the beautiful coastline, tiny fishing villages, hidden coves and the world-class surfing. Whatever the reason, Cornwall has long cemented its place as one of Britain's premier holiday destinations.

Town: Downderry is a small quiet coastal village situated in south east Cornwall. Downderry has a sheltered beach, Post Office and shop, deli, and a cliff top pub and an excellent restaurant, serving quality local food. At low tide it is possible to walk along the beach from Downderry to Seaton, where you will find a family friendly south facing beach and the nearby Seaton Valley Countryside Park and Nature reserve is home to wildlife, including otters and kingfishers and also offers great cycling and walking opportunities. The picturesque working harbours at Looe and Polperro are within an easy driving distance away, and the wonderful stretches of the South West Coast Path in this part of Cornwall take you to rocky coves, dramatic headlands and tales of shipwrecks and smugglers. Further afield is Plymouth, where you will find plenty to see and do, including a marine aquarium, a theatre, large shopping centres and the historic Barbican waterside area.

Property manager

Sykes Holiday Cottages

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Washer

Outdoor Space

The veranda, overlooking the Cornish coast, directly above the SW coast path.

Ocean view

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the neighborhood

Torpoint

Located in Torpoint, this vacation home is near the beach. Devonport Playhouse and Merchant's House are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Port Eliot House and Gardens and Port Eliot. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Plymouth Pavilions or Home Park. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like cycling.

Downderry, South West England

What's nearby

Whitsand Bay - 11 min drive
Looe Island - 16 min drive
Whitsand Bay Beach - 18 min drive
Polperro Harbour - 21 min drive
Looe Beach - 27 min drive

Getting around

St Germans Station - 13 min drive
Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

Inn on the Shore - 2 min walk
The Ship Inn - 14 min drive
Cafe Fleur - 15 min drive
Black Rock Beach Resort - 14 min drive
The Jolly Roger - 9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is WATCHTOWER, family friendly, character holiday cottage in Downderry pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at WATCHTOWER, family friendly, character holiday cottage in Downderry?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at WATCHTOWER, family friendly, character holiday cottage in Downderry?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is WATCHTOWER, family friendly, character holiday cottage in Downderry located?

Situated near the beach, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Downderry Beach, Seaton Beach, and Seaton Country Park. Portwrinkle Beach is 3 mi (4.8 km) away.

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Exceptional

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8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

8/10 Good

Michael R.

Aug 13, 2023

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

tolle Lage direkt am Meer

Autofahren in der Gegend anstrengend. Ansonsten toller und erholsamer Urlaub in sehr schöner Umgebung

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Steven L.

Jul 19, 2023

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

👍👍👍

Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christian D.

Jul 16, 2023

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

Great cottage

Great location and a cottage so close to the beach that you can see, hear and smell the sea 24/7. Equipped for a group of 6 people who like to cook and eat. Only minus: both showers are really tiny, so it‘s hard to even turn around.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anthi D.

Dec 29, 2022

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

Cottage by the sea

A very traditional cottage at a picturesque part of Cornwall by the sea. It's a good spot for relaxation and distress.

Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maurice D.

Aug 7, 2022

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

Lovely well equipped cottage

The cottage is brilliantly situated seconds from the beach with a lawn overlooking the beach. Ideal for a quiet read or evening prosecco. Very well furnished and thoughtfully equipped. Loved it !! .

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

About the host

Hosted by Sykes Holiday Cottages

All on one floor. Four bedrooms: 2 x double (one with en-suite bath, shower cubicle, basin and WC), 1 x twin with basin, 1 x single (walk through to a double). Bathroom with walk in shower, basin and WC. Laundry room. Sitting room with dining area. Kitchen.

What makes this property unique

Oil fired central heating. Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, tumble dryer, TV, WiFi, espresso coffee machine. Fuel and power inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Cot and high chair available. Off road parking for 2 small cars/1 medium car. Enclosed garden with furniture. Sorry, no pets and no smoking. Pubs 3 mins walk. Beach at the end of the garden.