Dunn Cottage

Rating
Sleeps 5
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 1
Pets Yes
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Features

Open fire
Smoke-free
Garden / Patio
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

normannorma1
September 2019

“Exceeded our expectations”

Very comfortable overall, well equipped and maintained. Nicer than it looked in the pictures with everything you need. Handy for the town. The parking is on -street, just up the hill.

Very comfortable overall, well equipped and maintained. Nicer than it looked in the pictures with everything you need. Handy for the town. The parking is on -street, just up the hill.
Mrs Milner June 2019

“Dunn Cottage provided us with an excellent base from which we were able to explore Boscastle and the surrounding area.”

A traditional stone built Cornish cottage, it is very well presented, clean and cosy. The beautiful harbour and coastal path are just a short walk from the front door. If you’re in Cornwall to walk, it’s perfect. The steep hill down to the village could be a challenge for some on the return journey, but we loved it. The garden is really just a stepped terrace but there is a table and chairs and some nice plants in pots. One thing I would like to mention is that the fridge is very compact so please don’t turn up with food for the week for 5 as it just won’t fit in. There’s an additional freezer in the outhouse, but if you like to eat fresh produce and chill drinks then a couple of days supplies is all that will fit in. This shouldn’t put you off as the cottage is lovely and there are also places to eat down by the harbour. Parking was never a problem for us as we have a small car but if you have a very wide car it could be a bit of an issue to park right outside. Please also read the instruction manual so that you know to turn the water and shower on before leaping in expecting hot water
Mr White June 2019

“Everything”
Mrs Harris May 2019

“Location wonderful neighbours really friendly.”

Cottage was the best we have ever stayed in. Beds so comfortable we struggled to get up after beautiful coastal walks. Fabulous cosy cottage to return to. We were so impressed we booked for next year whilst there!
Mrs Kirwin May 2019

“Loved the cottage.”

It was tasteful, very comfortable, especially the beds. Nice courtyard garden much appreciated after a day out. Liked Boscastle very much, not too busy but plenty of eating out choices. Very peaceful road outside but parking was a bit awkward. Definitely recommended and would easily return.
Mr Blackwood April 2019

“Lovely cottage, beautiful location, perfect”
Mr Ray December 2018

“Heating could have been left on it was v cold on arrival and as storage heaters needed overnight before they were warm”
Mrs Wilson August 2018

“Dunn cottage is lovely.”

Well equipped, enough room for five of us. Kitchen does not have much storage, but nothing too problematic. V useful having the washer and dryer in the outhouse for sorting towels after the beach . Parking could be a problem but we always found somewhere close by to park. Friendly neighbours. Good exercise walking down to the harbour and back. Tonnes to do nearby. Only recommendation would be for the courtyard and outside area in front of the house to be tidier and weeded, to make the place look smarter. Loved our week there. Lots of happy memories
Mrs Driessen June 2018

“So nice contacts, we had several problems because of the language.”

.. and the helpful holidays peopele were still friedly and brave- thanks a lot!
Mr Wassell May 2018

“The cottage was lovely but needs some work to be perfect.”

The window in the bathroom is rotting for example and could easily fall out.
Ms Parker May 2018

“The cottage was comfortable and well equipped.”

Everything looked lovely with nice touches such as welcome tea/coffee, biscuits and dog biscuits. There were lovely cushions and blankets in the lounge and bedrooms. Generally very impressed except for our final night when the neighbours played really loud music until about 4am! Not great when you have to be out by 10am with a long drive to the Midlands.
caro_marshall June 2016

“Peaceful week in a lovely cottage”

This cottage was absolutely perfect for us. The first part of the week we had our adult daughter and her boyfriend with us and the a few days with just the two of us. There was plenty of space, although like most cottages it's not ideal for someone who's very tall - the boyfriend knocked his head a couple of times! Beautiful furnishings and very well equipped with a perfect sun trap courtyard garden. A lovely village with some great places to eat and a few shops, including a good sized Spar. Boscastle is on the coastal path so very handy for those of us who love walking. Two notes of caution though: firstly, although parking is possible in the lane, it is not easy and those with larger cars than our Golf need to have a calm nature to negotiate the tight spaces. Secondly, it's probably not a great spot for someone with mobility issues as the cottage is on a steep hill - the village is at the bottom and the main road at the top. This did not detract from our wonderful week in this perfect cottage but is worth being aware of.
JamesWelbourn May 2013

“Country charm”

Lovely cornish cottage tucked away in uphill Boscastle. Its located in upper Boscastle, so be prepared for the uphill walk to the pub, and also from the village, but as we didn't come to drive, we didn't mind this whatsoever. We really enjoyed our stay in lovely Cornwall, and Dunn Cottage provided all we needed, with a traiditonal kitchen, spacious diner with ample seating, and all the crockery and cutlery you would ever need. Rooms were light and airy, and very spacious. The outside space was a bonus, and its nice to chill outside when the sun was shining. I would say parking could be an issue, but we managed to get parked outside every day, and we also noticed that there was some road parking at the top of the hill near the hotel that could be used if you had friends visiting like we did. If you have time, visit the pottery shop in Boscastle, and also the farm shop on the outskirts of the village. One thing we would mention is that Dunn Cottage does itself a disservice my not mentioning some things it has in its booklet. We discovered an outside toilet, and also, on our last day we found a chest full of games in the lounge! Maybe the guest guide needs updating, but this is a very minor point. Thanks Dunn Cottage and Helpful Holidays!
Lisa P June 2012

“Exceeded all our expectations for comfort and charm”

As two friends from across the globe, meeting up for a Cornwall holiday, we couldn't have chosen a better location. We each enjoyed our own bedrooms - spacious and comfortable - with another to spare. The kitchen was charming and extremely well appointed for our own cooking ventures, as was the dining room, accessorized with attractive dinner sets and cutlery. Every room was a delight and the outdoor terrace an added bonus for eating alfresco. The cottage was in walking distance to the town for restaurants and intriguing shops. A maintenance issue was settled quickly when a repairman was dispatched to the property promptly. The only difficulty was in finding a parking location for our car close to the cottage. I would recommend this property highly and would return again.
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The property

In the heart of Boscastle, an ancient terraced cottage about 500 yards up the steep hill from the harbour, café, shops and pubs.

At the front, a one-way lane where parking is possible; at the back, a neat little paved garden (table/chairs) on two levels (4 steps).

Inside, smart and stylish with tiled floors (rugs) downstairs and wood floors (rugs) upstairs.

Hall.

Living room with woodburner, TV/DVD and views up the lane of other pretty cottages/gardens.

Dining room with table/benches and French windows to garden.

Sweet little kitchen (dishwasher, microwave, fridge, electric oven/induction hob) with handcrafted cupboards and worktops made from a local beech tree.

Steepish stairs up to three bedrooms - two double, and a small single with 2'6" bed (limited clothes-hanging space in one double and the single); bathroom (suite, shower over bath).

Outhouse (washing machine, tumble drier, freezer) with room for surfboards, bicycles and muddy boots, and 2 steps up to loo.

A comfortable, well-equipped cottage. Boscastle: famous village (pubs) where two rivers meet the sea in a natural harbour between steep moorland hillsides.

Very lovely cliff and wooded-valley walks.

Pretty low-tide sand beach at Bossiney, 2 miles, or bigger Trebarwith Strand (surfing), 5; Tintagel, 3.

Pony-trekking locally.

Floorplans

1st FloorGround Floor

Summary

Three bedrooms: two doubles, a twin and a bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC
Kitchen
Dining room
Sitting room with wood burning stove.
Electric fires, night storage heating with wood burning stove
Microwave, fridge, freezer, tumble dryer, washing machine, dishwasher, TV with DVD, WiFi, Phone, Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Parking is usually available on a quiet road nearby or in a public car park nearby
Enclosed patio garden
One well-behaved dog welcome, Sorry no smoking
Pub less than 1 mile from property.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £100.

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About the location

BOSCASTLE

Tintagel 4 miles; Camelford 6 miles.

A perfect Cornish coastal village, the road through Boscastle runs down to the small harbour at the bottom of the hill. The quaint village shops, local restaurants and pubs offering good food, Cornish real ales and live entertainment by local musicians, make this an ever popular visitor destination. Spectacular cliff tops, rocky coves, wild surf, open fields and rich wildlife characterise this beautiful area. The coastal footpath passes through some of Britain’s most rugged and spectacular coastal scenery. The sandy beaches of Bossiney, Trebarwith Strand and Crackington Haven are all within 5 miles and the surfing beaches at Bude and Polzeath are within easy driving distance. Close at hand lie the delights of Tintagel, swathed in the legends of King Arthur, several stately homes and renowned gardens, or the wide open space of Bodmin Moor, famous for its granite tors and Daphne Du Maurier’s Jamaica Inn.

Dunn Cottage

Boscastle, Cornwall (Ref. 976330)

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Features

“Exceeded our expectations”

“Dunn Cottage provided us with an excellent base from which we were able to explore Boscastle and the surrounding area.”

“Everything”

“Location wonderful neighbours really friendly.”

“Loved the cottage.”

“Lovely cottage, beautiful location, perfect”

“Heating could have been left on it was v cold on arrival and as storage heaters needed overnight before they were warm”

“Dunn cottage is lovely.”

“So nice contacts, we had several problems because of the language.”

“The cottage was lovely but needs some work to be perfect.”

“The cottage was comfortable and well equipped.”

“Peaceful week in a lovely cottage”