Title: Primrose Cottage is a beautifully restored 400-year-old gem - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Primrose Cottage is a beautifully restored 400-year-old gem Cottage in Padstow with patio and fireplace ## Photo gallery for Primrose Cottage is a beautifully restored 400-year-old gem ![Beach nearby - Primrose Cottage is a beautifully restored 400-year-old gem (St Merryn, Treyarnon Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118960000/118950200/118950105/f5a2c56f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace - Primrose Cottage is a beautifully restored 400-year-old gem (St Merryn, Treyarnon Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118960000/118950200/118950105/3ed6da84.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace - Primrose Cottage is a beautifully restored 400-year-old gem (St Merryn, Treyarnon Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118960000/118950200/118950105/866d443f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher - Primrose Cottage is a beautifully restored 400-year-old gem (St Merryn, Treyarnon Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118960000/118950200/118950105/5b569130.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Marina - Primrose Cottage is a beautifully restored 400-year-old gem (St Merryn, Treyarnon Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118960000/118950200/118950105/a93b6254.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Consider a stay at Primrose Cottage is a beautifully restored 400-year-old gem and take advantage of a garden, an arcade/game room, and laundry facilities. Stay connected with in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 5 bedrooms2 bathrooms11 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Ocean view - Washer - Dryer - Pet friendly - Outdoor Space - Parking available ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Primrose Cottage is a beautifully restored 400-year-old gem Just a 10-minute stroll from the golden sands of Treyarnon Bay, Primrose Cottage is a beautifully restored 400-year-old gem, welcoming up to ten guests. This peaceful, private haven is perfect for families, beach lovers, and anyone seeking a relaxing escape. With characterful interiors, a luscious garden, and a rich history, it's an unforgettable base on Cornwall's north coast. Inside, the open-plan country kitchen welcomes you with a traditional AGA, a double electric oven, and a large family dining table for gathering over meals. The spacious hallway with slate floors leads into the cosy sitting room, comfortably furnished for 10 and featuring a wood-burning stove. Double doors open out to the terrace, where you can enjoy sea glimpses across the fields. A separate games room with table football and a utility room with washer/dryer add to the cottage's practical comforts. The ground floor also offers a stylish family shower room with WC. Upstairs, the light-filled master bedroom features a super king-sized bed, hand basin, and TV. A second double room offers garden views and a king-size bed, while a bunk room and two twin bedrooms (one accessed through the other) provide flexible accommodation for families or groups. A large family bathroom completes the first floor. The outside space at Primrose Cottage is a true highlight, offering a tranquil and beautifully maintained setting to unwind and enjoy the fresh coastal air. The raised, sun-soaked terrace is furnished with rattan seating and an outdoor dining table - perfect for al fresco meals or relaxing with a glass of wine as the sun sets. The surrounding garden features mature apple trees and a lush lawn, providing a safe and peaceful space for children to play. With views stretching across open fields to the sea beyond, it's a wonderfully serene spot. There's even a hot and cold outdoor shower—ideal for rinsing off sandy toes, wetsuits, and muddy paws after a day at the beach. The cottage was once owned by Oscar-winning composer Sir Malcolm Arnold, who found inspiration here in the 1960s. He was often found in the Farmers Arms, just a couple of miles away! For larger groups wishing to holiday together, Arnold Cottage is just next door to Primrose Cottage and combined they can accommodate up to 16 guests. Ground Floor: Sitting room With a Smart television, open fireplace, doors leading to patio. Kitchen/Dining room Kitchen with an electric Aga, electric oven and hob, large fridge/freezer, dishwasher, Belfast sink. Dining table with seating for ten guests. Utility room With a Belfast sink, washing machine and tumble dryer. Games room With table football. Shower-room With shower cubicle, wash basin and WC. First Floor: Bedroom one With 3' bunk beds. Bedroom two With 3' twin single beds. Bedroom three Accessed via bedroom two. With 3' twin single beds. Bedroom four With a 4'6 double bed. Bedroom five With a 5' king-size bed and a wash basin. Family bathroom With a bath with overhead shower, wash basin and WC. Outside: Patio with outdoor furniture and outdoor shower. Large enclosed garden. Parking for five cars in private driveway. Additional Information Two well behaved dogs welcome (small additional charge). Cot and highchair available, on request. As a characterful historic cottage, please be aware some areas have lower ceilings, doorways and exposed beams. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the cottage: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Food and drink - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator ### Bedrooms - 5 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near the sea ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking nearby - Sailing nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden - Unit size: 11 square feet ## Similar properties ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35780000/35775300/35775284/w1763h1024x0y0-ed233c80.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Brookfield, lovely sea views of Mawgan Porth beach Mawgan Porth - Kitchen - Washer - Outdoor Space - Parking available 8.0 Very good 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-09&endDate=2026-02-10&selected=35775284&PinnedHotelID=35775284&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114940000/114931900/114931878/1a65c956.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Single level Holiday Home within yards of the Camel Estuary, parking and garden PADSTOW - Ocean view - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 8.8 Excellent 5 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-09&endDate=2026-02-10&selected=114931878&PinnedHotelID=114931878&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27010000/27003700/27003686/785d8bb2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Kohinoor Trevone Holidays, Kohinoor Trevone Holidays Trevone, Padstow - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Outdoor Space 9.4 Exceptional 42 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-09&endDate=2026-02-10&selected=27003686&PinnedHotelID=27003686&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116740000/116731300/116731212/51db7786.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Besloe is a beautifully preserved Grade II listed Cornish five bedroom home Delabole - Ocean view - Washer - Dryer - Pet friendly [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-09&endDate=2026-02-10&selected=116731212&PinnedHotelID=116731212&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38110000/38106400/38106342/0719d84d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Breathtaking views from Lelant Golf Course over to the island in St Ives. 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as 657275 ## About the area Located in Padstow, this cottage is in a rural area and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Watergate Bay Beach and Fistral Beach. Padstow Maize Maze and National Lobster Hatchery are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with sailing and surfing/body boarding nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking. [Visit our Padstow travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Padstow.dx4407) [View more Cottages in Padstow](https://www.expedia.ca/Padstow-Cottages.d4407-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C50.52156%2C-5.01434&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Uv6MMyDmiejW4d6o-pwr067uOY8=) St Merryn, Treyarnon Bay, Cornwall ### What's nearby - ![National Trust - Lizard Point and Kynance Cove, Lizard, Storbritannien](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/182574/34cc4ab9-a185-4b54-8ae2-4200d472df37.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty 1 min walk \- 0.0 km - ![Breathtaking sunset in my favourite spot in Cornwall, don't miss Padstow if you are in the area #lifeatexpedia #cornwall #beach #sunset #nofilters](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532493102/04179500-639e-4c24-a1dc-12344bfe3d9c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Treyarnon Bay Beach 13 min walk \- 1.1 km - ![Porthcothan Bay, Cornwall is a lovely sandy beach which opens out at low tide. Such a great place to take the family, for a fun day out on the beach. If you follow the UK coastal path, you’ll see signs to the nearby cafe which has great snacks, coffees, ice creams & local produce & supplies it’s handy if you’re camping or have accommodation nearby. 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Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Primrose Cottage is a beautifully restored 400-year-old gem Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 8.0 Cleanliness ### 8.0 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Natasha K. Dec 17, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Comfy beds, lovely kitchen. Had a lot of equipment. 15 minutes walk to the beach. ##### Natasha K. 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