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4 bedrooms3 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

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About this property

Rockpool, near beach at Portscatho

  • NEW PROPERTY from mid December 2025... AT A GLANCE... Sleeps 7 in four bedrooms - 1 x king bed, 1 x double bed and 1 x single in the house and a further king size bed in the annexe - see additional notes for more info about the annexe Convenient THURSDAY changeover day - avoid the weekend traffic!  Super spacious, stylish and very comfortable family accommodation. Less than a mile from the beach at Portscatho and just 2 miles to the nearby beaches at Porthcurnick and Towan at St Anthony.  Private and enclosed outdoor space and parking for up to 3 cars. This wonderful and much loved family holiday home is located in the Roseland Peninsula village, Gerrans which is less than half a mile from the pretty seaside village of Portscatho.  In Gerrans itself you will find the parish church of Gerrans known as the 'ancient church by the sea' as well as the nearby dog friendly Standard Inn. Apart from serving real ales, hand-picked wines and great food, this terrific pub has a beer garden open in the summer months and roaring fires in the pub during the autumn and winter months. Be sure to check their website for opening times throughout the year.  In nearby Portscatho you will find a small selection of independently owned shops including a very useful convenience store for your daily needs.  In addition, there is a popular pub, a couple of good restaurants and a sprinkling of lovely cafes serving coffee, cake and light lunches during the day (please be aware, some shops and cafes are seasonal).  The small beach with rock pools at Portscatho is dog friendly until the seasonal ban kicks in from July 1st to the end of August.  The nearby, all year round, dog friendly beach at Porthcurnick is a sandy cove very popular with families and is also home to the wonderful Hidden Hut beach cafe.  Being located within the Roseland Peninsula means that some wonderful places to visit are right on your doorstep and often just a very short car ride or walk away.  St Mawes for example is just 4 miles away and has its wonderful castle there to explore as well as harbour, array of shops, cafes and posh restaurants.   From the harbour in St Mawes you can catch all sorts of boat trips including fishing trips, ferry trips to Falmouth and scenic river cruises. The well known, much written about St Just-in Roseland church is just 3 miles away and well worth a visit during your stay.    Front door into spacious entrance hallway Carpeted stairs lead up to first floor from the front entrance hallway Ground floor Living room -  with TV, comfy easy seating and wood burner HUGE open plan kitchen/diner  - with breakfast bar and stools, dining table and chairs plus further easy seating - looks out onto the garden and patio to the rear.  Kitchen appliances comprise of large Rangemaster style cooker with 5 ring INDUCTION hob, dishwasher, Nespresso coffee machine and microwave. A handy utility room off the kitchen has a washing machine, separate tumble drier and fridge freezer for your added convenience.  Patio doors from the kitchen open out into the enclosed garden and patio where the annexe is also located. Handy ground floor WC with wash basin off the kitchen Side porch/boot room - with hooks for coats and space for Welly boots and flip flops!  First floor Family bathroom WC - super bathroom with bath and handheld shower attachment plus a separate shower cubicle, basin and large heated towel rail. Bedroom to front with double bed Bedroom to rear with king size bed Bedroom to rear with single size bed All bedrooms have ample hanging and drawer space provided between them. One bedroom annexe - open plan arrangement with king size bed, lovely shower WC en-suite and living area with comfy sofa, small fridge and tea and coffee making facilities.  Heating - this property is heated via oil fired central heating. Dogs - welcomes a maximum of 2 dogs. Large, enclosed patio with lawn and ample garden furniture to relax in. TAP electric vehicle charger In the garden you will find the super one bedroom annexe with king size bed and shower room en-suite plus sitting area with small fridge and tea and coffee making facilities. Use of the annexe is included in the advertised rental between Easter and the end of October plus Christmas and New Year.  For bookings outside of this time, the annexe is available to rent with Rockpool for an extra £150 per booking.  Off road parking at the front for 1 large and two small to medium size cars. Additional information This property welcomes a maximum of 2 dogs of any size. Pet policy applies.  This property accommodates a maximum of 7 people including the annexe.  High chair available. No cot or stair gate provided at this property.  Use of the annexe is included in the advertised rental between Easter and the end of October plus Christmas and New Year.  For bookings outside of this time, the annexe is available to rent with Rockpool for an extra £150 per booking. 
    Pets information:
    £30 per pet per week taken after booking has been confirmed

    Pets - allowed


    Full travel and key collection instructions will be emailed directly to guest upon receipt of full payment. Check In/Out time will be emailed directly to guest upon receipt of full payment.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Dishwasher
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the area

Truro is home to this cottage. Hall for Cornwall and Royal Cornwall Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Trelissick Gardens and St. Mawes Castle. Poppy Cottage Garden and Truro Leisure Centre are also worth visiting. Visit our Truro travel guide
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Portscatho

What's nearby

  • Fistral Beach
    Fistral Beach
    57 min drive - 55.3 km
  • Portscatho Beach
    5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Porthcurnick Beach
    14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Falmouth University
    46 min drive - 17.2 km
  • Gyllyngvase Beach
    49 min drive - 18.2 km

Getting around

  • St Austell Station
    23 min drive
  • Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall)
    51 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Windjammer
    27 min drive
  • The Rising Sun
    8 min drive
  • The Shed
    27 min drive
  • PizzaExpress
    27 min drive
  • Miss V's Cornish Cream Tea
    6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Rockpool, near beach at Portscatho pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Rockpool, near beach at Portscatho?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Rockpool, near beach at Portscatho?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rockpool, near beach at Portscatho?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Rockpool, near beach at Portscatho located?

Situated in Truro, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Portscatho Beach and Porthcurnick Beach. Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and Porthbean Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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