Title: Puffin Burrow, a beautiful historic couples retreat overlooking the Cove. - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - 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 # Puffin Burrow, a beautiful historic couples retreat overlooking the Cove. Cottage in St Austell with kitchen and balcony ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32930000/32924800/32924752/febd4467.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32930000/32924800/32924752/1d05c72a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32930000/32924800/32924752/53d9200e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32930000/32924800/32924752/e1838562.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fishing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32930000/32924800/32924752/64773269.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Step into Puffin Burrow, a charming historic retreat nestled by the bays edge. Savor views of Chapel Point from the bedroom, living room or patio and unwind to the soothing sounds of waves lapping against your private lower waterfront terrace. 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroom ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Pet-friendly - Washer - Barbecue grill - Kitchen - Outdoor space ## 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. ### Puffin Burrow, a beautiful historic couples retreat overlooking the Cove. Puffin Burrow, a beautiful historic couples retreat overlooking the Cove. With fabulous views and stylish interiors. Listen to the waves at night and watch the sunrise over the sea from your super king bed.. Ground Floor: Open plan living space. Living area: TV, Freesat, DVD Player, Amazon Echo, Electric Woodburner Dining area. Kitchen area: Electric Range, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Coffee Machine, Washing Machine First Floor: Bedroom: Zip And Link Super Kingsize Bed (2 x Singles On Request) Ensuite: Bath With Shower Over, No Toilet. Uninterrupted sea views. Two patios. Electric heaters, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Patio with garden furniture. Lower waterfront terrace (shared with cottage next door). On road parking, 80 yards away. High water mooring. No smoking. Please note: There are steep steps leading to the waterfront terrace which are unsuitable for the less mobile.. Puffin Burrow is a charming, historic, romantic couples retreat by the edge of the beautiful cove, in the traditional Cornish village of Portmellon. There are wonderful sea views stretching out across pretty Chapel Point from the bedroom, living room, patio and lower terrace. Owned by an interior designer and an artist this 18th century traditional Fishermans cottage has been sensitively modernised whilst retaining its period character. With the glorious Cornish sea air and tranquil sounds of waves lapping just outside, Puffin Burrow offers a relaxing and calming escape to reinvigorate the soul. The cottage is on the South West Coastal Path with great walks in both directions. Garden enthusiasts will appreciate the close proximity of the Eden Project and the Lost Gardens of Heligan. Others will love relaxing on their choice of two terraces, watching the day go by. Portmellon is a quiet attractive cove surrounding a sandy beach. 50 yards from Puffin Burrow there is a traditional old smugglers pub serving local ales. There are kayak and paddle board hire facilities and an outside café in the summer months. Portmellon is a short walk away from the pretty harbour of Mevagissey with its quaint cottages around the fishing harbour supporting a great variety of pubs, shops and restaurants. Free WiFi This property is considered unsuitable for the less mobile. There are large gaps between banister spindles. Only dogs allowed at the property. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Towels provided ### Outdoor areas - Balcony/patio - Barbecue grill - Garden - Terrace ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Things to do - Fishing ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118260000/118258700/118258613/9af1d70b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Tregony House by Interhome Mevagissey - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Parking available - Tennis court [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-20&endDate=2025-11-21&selected=118258613&PinnedHotelID=118258613&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113660000/113658200/113658140/5402db48.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Pinetum Garden Cottages St Austell - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 3 reviews CA $166 CA $200 total includes taxes & fees Nov 16 - Nov 17 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-16&endDate=2025-11-17&selected=113658140&PinnedHotelID=113658140&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109090000/109083200/109083178/32d4708f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Porthilly by Interhome Mevagissey - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-20&endDate=2025-11-21&selected=109083178&PinnedHotelID=109083178&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Microwave, oven](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104800000/104797900/104797808/66b49e31.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Entire Harbourside Lodge and Courtyard, just a few feet from Mevagissey Harbour Mevagissey, Cornwall, United Kingdom - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space 10 Exceptional 3 reviews CA $198 CA $228 total includes taxes & fees Nov 10 - Nov 11 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-10&endDate=2025-11-11&selected=104797808&PinnedHotelID=104797808&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45800000/45791600/45791502/7aed24af.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Gin O'Clock, Mevagissey. 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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 1 Bedroom Accommodation in Portmellon Near Mevagissey su-GWH-GWH ## About the area ![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%7C50.26284%2C-4.78472&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=xwiSya_rhm43okczWQATv6H4wPE=) Portmellon, near Mevagissey #### What's nearby - Mevagissey Model Railway - 12 min walk - 1.1 km - Pentewan Sands Beach - 4 min drive - 3.5 km - Lost Gardens of Heligan - 11 min drive - 2.5 km - Charlestown Harbour - 12 min drive - 11.3 km - Eden Project - 19 min drive - 15.4 km #### Getting around - St Austell Station - 19 min drive - Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall) - 50 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Salamander - ‬15 min walk - ‪Into The Woods - ‬4 min drive - ‪Polgooth Inn - ‬10 min drive - ‪Steward's House - ‬7 min drive - ‪Griggs Restaurant - ‬11 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Puffin Burrow, a beautiful historic couples retreat overlooking the Cove. pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Puffin Burrow, a beautiful historic couples retreat overlooking the Cove.? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Puffin Burrow, a beautiful historic couples retreat overlooking the Cove.? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Puffin Burrow, a beautiful historic couples retreat overlooking the Cove. located? > Situated in St Austell, this cottage is steps from Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and Polkirt Beach. South West Coast Path Section 32 Trailhead and South West Coast Path Section 31 Trailhead are also within 15 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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