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Cottage
A 200 year old cottage which has recently been modernized and redecorated. Perfectly situated in the older quiet part of Padstow it is still within a few minutes walking distance not only of the lively atmospheric harbour but also of all of the restaurants, bars, cafes, pasty shops, art galleries and artisan outlets which the town centre offers. Just down the road a few doors from Paul Ainsworth’s Padstow Town House and approx. 100 metres from the Prideaux Place estate and deer park (you can see the deer from one of our bedrooms!) you really are ideally positioned. Beach walks, rock pools, ferries across the estuary to Rock are all similarly only minutes’ walk away.
Unusually for Padstow, the cottage has it's own garage and off road parking space for a standard sized car. There is a love...A 200 year old cottage which has recently been modernized and redecorated. Perfectly situated in the older quiet part of Padstow it is still within a few minutes walking distance not only of the lively atmospheric harbour but also of all of the restaurants, bars, cafes, pasty shops, art galleries and artisan outlets which the town centre offers. Just down the road a few doors from Paul Ainsworth’s Padstow Town House and approx. 100 metres from the Prideaux Place estate and deer park (you can see the deer from one of our bedrooms!) you really are ideally positioned. Beach walks, rock pools, ferries across the estuary to Rock are all similarly only minutes’ walk away.
Unusually for Padstow, the cottage has it's own garage and off road parking space for a standard sized car. There is a lovely private rear courtyard area, with a patio set for sitting out in the sun or dining/drinking into the warm evenings. If you want varied people watching there is also a smaller seating area at the front, in the “High street”.
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House Rules
Pet-friendlyKid friendlyNo smoking
Could you please let us know exactly who is staying at the property so we can let our house keeper know and to be within insurance guidelines.
Please do not use extra beds that have been made up. Thank you.
Betty's cottage is a pet friendly cottage so pets are welcome. In July and August you can only book a week or more. Pets are allowed.
Bedrooms
1 King1 Queen2 Twins
Bathrooms
1 Full bath1 Attached (ensuite)
Meet the host
Alison M
Hosting since May 2012
Languages spoken: English
Response Rate: 100%
Response Time: Within a few hours
Interaction with guests: I live only 2 miles from the cottage and I'm happy for anyone to phone me about any problems they may have in the cottage or even advice about the area. If I can in any way help to make your holiday easier and more enjoyable, I will do my best to make it so.
My wife and myself together with our Son, Daughter-in-law and our two dogs stayed over the Easter weekend. It was very handy having a garage although it is extremely tight to get into and easier to reverse in.
We have a Peugeot 5008 and that is the biggest car type you could get in due to the low doorway height.
The bedrooms were fine with enough room and storage space and the downstairs en-suite was handy but having the family bathroom also downstairs wasn’t ideal but given how tight the place is for space there obviously isn’t an alternative.
The kitchen was well equipped, the lounge was comfortable and spacious enough for four people and the outside seating area was also very roomy.
Of course the main benefit of the cottage is how close it is to the town; just a three minute walk down and a slightly longer walk back up the hill!
We would definitely stay here again
Visited April 2023
Written April 11, 2023. This review is the subjective opinion of an individual traveler and not of Tripadvisor LLC nor of its partners. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
SFB
Chichester, United Kingdom2 contributions
The location is amazing - just a couple of minutes to the harbour. This is a great family-friendly cottage plus the dog
In the heart of old Padstow, close to the shops and harbour but in a quiet road so not disturbed. Lovely 3-bed cottage. Extremely well equipped kitchen which looks out onto courtyard garden. Great for the summer. We were three generations visiting Padstow for a wedding and we weren’t disappointed. Lovely space, clean with everything you would need. Thank you.
Visited October 2022
Written November 2, 2022. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Trail302584
1 contribution
Perfect cottage for a stay in Padstow
A beautiful cottage in a fantastic location and we had a great stay. The parking and garden sets it apart from others and the accommodation lay out was perfect for our family of 5.
Alison was so helpful at every stage of the booking and we can't wait to return!
Visited June 2022
Written June 28, 2022. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Richard S
Thank you very much for your kind review, alison.
Written November 2, 2022. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Nicky
3 contributions
Betty's Cottage
6 Adults and 2 stayed for a week before Easter. Lovely little cottage minutes from the the harbour. 2 parking spaces and aoutside areas bacm and front
Visited April 2022
Written April 17, 2022. This review is the subjective opinion of an individual traveler and not of Tripadvisor LLC nor of its partners. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Richard S
Thanks for your review, kind regards. Alison
Written June 22, 2022. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Steve J
1 contribution
Brilliant
Lovely cottage ,very close to city centre. We had a lovely time ,and slept very well. Would book again in future
Visited February 2022
Written February 11, 2022. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Richard S
Thanks Steve, for your review, not many people do reviews lately, kind regards, Alison
Written June 22, 2022. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
sheena m
Godalming, United Kingdom10 contributions
Lovely cottage
We loved this place. Great location well equipped and immaculate. Helpful owners. We would definitely stay here again.
Visited December 2021
Written January 3, 2022. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Richard S
Thanks for your review Sheena, I’m glad you had a lovely time at my cottage, kind regards, Alison
Written June 22, 2022. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Jet606087
2 contributions
Bettys Cottage
Beautiful place. Very clean & comfortable. Ideal location right in the centre by Padstow harbour.
Would highly recommend.
Visited August 2021
Written September 3, 2021. This review is the subjective opinion of an individual traveler and not of Tripadvisor LLC nor of its partners. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Richard S
Thank you.
Written September 19, 2021. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Steve Shrimpton
1 contribution
Great house in a fantastic location
Great house with everything you need and only a few minutes walk to all the pubs and restaurants. We all had a great time.
Visited July 2021
Written August 5, 2021. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Richard S
Thank you.
Written August 11, 2021. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
steve
Birmingham, United Kingdom1 contribution
Lovely stay in pet friendly cottage
Had a wonderful stay at betty’s cottage , the location is amazing just a short walk too padstow harbour where you’ll find plenty off shops restaurants & pubs which are all dog friendly, padstow dog friendly beach is also a short walk away with stunning views and a short ferry trip across to the rock where you’ll find another pet friendly beach , bettys cottage is cleaned too a very high standard with all the amenities you could wish for and a private courtyard to relax & chill out after a busy day exploring stunning padstow , added bonus off a large garage no problem parking my evoque in , I would definitely stay at Betty’s cottage again if I ever return to padstow . Thanks Alison for letting us stay and making are first visit too padstow a perfect Hoilday .
Visited June 2021
Written July 6, 2021. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Richard S
I’m glad you enjoyed you stay.
Alison
Written July 20, 2021. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Normycat
Normanton, United Kingdom1 contribution
A wonderful staycation
Our first visit to Cornwall and we weren’t disappointed. The cottage is so well equipped and comfortable and couldn’t be in a better position in Padstow . The added bonus of having off street parking and a garage just makes it even better.
Would definitely stay here again if we return to Padstow
Visited June 2021
Written June 21, 2021. This review is the subjective opinion of an individual traveler and not of Tripadvisor LLC nor of its partners. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Richard S
Thank you for your glowing review.
Alison
Written July 20, 2021. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
The cottage is situated in the picturesque village of Padstow. Although retaining it’s charming fishing trade Padstow, due in no small part to it’s well known restaurateurs including Rick Stein and Paul Ainsworth, is one of the most popular destinations in Cornwall and the UK. It's only a short walk to the start of the seven bays (beaches), with stunning natural views in all directions.
Regular ferries offer a very short hop across the Camel estuary to Rock, where you can find more beaches and walks and also the Sharps brewery where you can undertake a tour and taste the famous “Doombar” real ale. From here you can easily tour so many delights of Cornwall from Bodmin Moor to Land’s end. Take in quaint fishing villages, surfing life etc.
Getting around
A car is good but not essential as there is a regular bus service and there are also bicycle hire shops at the start of the camel trail which starts in Padstow and ends in Bodmin, which is a great cycle, full of natural beauty. Padstow and it’s surrounding area is walkers paradise with miles of beaches and also the South West Coast Path.
Access
Car not needed
How to get there
The main hub of the A30 is the quickest route into Cornwall with Padstow just about 12 miles from it.
Activities nearby
Fishing spots availableGolf course (within 30 mins drive)Golf course (within 15 min walk)Horse riding facilitiesWatersports
Cancellation Policy
100% refund within 24 hours after booking (provided the stay is at least 60 days away).
50% refund* if you cancel at least 4 weeks before check-in
No refund available if you cancel thereafter
*Booking fee is excluded from refund amount
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