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A charming Grade II listed barn conversion in Charlestown
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Reviews
10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Saint Austell, England
- Place, Charlestown Shipwreck and Heritage Centre1 min walk
- Place, Charlestown Harbour2 min walk
- Place, Charlestown Beach3 min walk
- Airport, Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall)29 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 3
2 Single Beds
1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer
Bathroom 2
Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
A charming Grade II listed barn conversion in Charlestown
Surrounded by beautiful Cornish countryside, Dolphin Cottage is only a minutes walk away from the main harbour of Charlestown. It is approached by a private driveway which leads to Polmear Farm and where allocated parking is available, including EV charger. The cottage itself is at the end of what was the original cattle barn when it was a working farm and can sleep up to six people. Upon entering, guests are greeted by a spacious hallway leading to the main bathroom and two bedrooms, one with en-suite shower room. At the far end of the barn is the open plan living/dining and well equipped kitchen area, exposing beautiful beamed ceilings. From here, guests can open doors onto what can only be described as the most stunning and spacious conservatory. A built in shrubbery area aligns the inside conservatory wall housing Mediterranean type plants and lighting giving a warm, Spanish feel. The main dining table and a cosy sofa are also within this room and is perfect for enjoying the surrounding views of lush lawns and breath taking views. Outside the front of Dolphin Cottage is a lawn area and private garden seating with dining furniture, parasol and BBQ - perfect for alfresco dining on a Summer's evening.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Sea view
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House Rules
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
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
About the area
St Austell
Located in St Austell, this holiday home is in a rural area and near the beach. Pinetum Park and Pine Lodge Gardens and Roche Rock are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Charlestown Harbour and Cornwall Football Golf. Travelling with kids? Consider Eden Project and St Austell Leisure Centre. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking.
Saint Austell, England
What's nearby
- Charlestown Shipwreck and Heritage Centre - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
- Charlestown Harbour - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
- Charlestown Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- Duporth Beach - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
- Porthpean Beach - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Francine's Fish And Chips - 3 min drive
- Poltair Park Cafe - 4 min drive
- The Carlyon Arms - 3 min drive
- Duke of Cornwall - 18 min walk
- The Britannia Inn - 3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
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Exceptional
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
22 Dec, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
10/10 Excellent
Rob & Natalie D.
19 Oct, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rob & Natalie D.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Fiona A.
30 Aug, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fiona A.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Stuart b.
31 May, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easter break
Stuart b.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Helen B.
12 Jul, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Helen B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Shirley H.
25 May, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Charlestown
Shirley H.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Adrian S.
25 Dec, 2025
Adrian S.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
Bobby B.
26 Oct, 2025
Bobby B.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
About the host
Hosted by Emma Hurst
We, at The Cornish Holiday Company, have much pleasure in hosting this property for the owner, who has dedicated endless time to make Dolphin Cottage the perfect retreat for guests to enjoy. We are a locally based company and should you therefore require anything during your stay we are on call to assist.
A Welcome Book detailing eateries and watering holes as well as places to visit are available at the property for guests to view. There is also a Welcome Basket waiting to greet you upon your arrival.
A Welcome Book detailing eateries and watering holes as well as places to visit are available at the property for guests to view. There is also a Welcome Basket waiting to greet you upon your arrival.
Why they chose this property
Charlestown is steeped in history, a World Heritage site and is also part of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO). Even better, Dolphin Cottage is only a minutes walk from this famous and picturesque harbour which has been used in many TV shows and films, including Poldark. It is surrounded by coffee & gift shops, eateries & watering holes and Charlestown beach. There are nearby coastal walks with stunning views over the sea, cliffs and nearby beaches such as Porthpean and Carloyn Bay where there are many watersport activities on offer. For the even more energetic, Carloyn Bay golf club is nearby too. A short drive from Charlestown is the Eden Project which is a world-renowned eco-tourism destination with biomes housing a vast variety of plant species. It is also here that events and renowned musicians play in concert.
What makes this property unique
Dolphin Cottage really does stand out as the most idyllic holiday home. It is situated in a perfect location of Charlestown where guests have everything on their doorstep. The real highlight of this property is the beautiful conservatory area that offers friends and family the opportunity to connect and enjoy precious time together.
Languages:
English
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