Harbourside Cottage
Charlestown, Cornwall
7 nights from £700
Grade II Listed Cornish Cottage next to beach and sea views
Sleeps 6 • 3 bedrooms • 3 beds • 2 bathrooms
Welcome to Harbourside Cottage, this Grade II Listed Gem in Charlestown is a beautifully restored Cornish cottage with sea views, a private garden, and a sun terrace. Located steps from Charlestown’s historic harbour and beach, it combines authentic Cornish charm with modern comfort, ideal for families or couples seeking a coastal retreat.
Coastal Living Beside the Harbour
Set right on the historic Quay in Charlestown, Harbourside Cottage offers an unbeatable location with panoramic harbour and ocean views.
Step outside and stroll less than a minute to two sandy beaches, pubs, seafood restaurants and artisan cafés, and take in the timeless beauty that has made Charlestown one of Cornwall’s favourite holiday locations.
Where You'll Sleep
- Sleeps 6 guests across 3 king-sized bedrooms
- Master bedroom with ensuite bathroom
- Two front bedrooms overlook the harbour
Bedroom 1
Bedroom 2
Bedroom 3
Facilities
- Modern family bathroom on the ground floor
- Fully equipped kitchen with modern appliances
- Open-plan living, dining, and kitchen area upstairs with large windows and sea views
- Electric log-burning stove and Central Heating
- BT superfast broadband
- Free parking for one car 50 meters from cottage
- Linen and towels provided
Features
- Upside-down design to maximise harbour views
- Private outdoor space with south-facing sun terrace and enclosed garden
- Outdoor dining furniture and BBQ
- Sunny courtyard directly accessed from the kitchen
- Walking access to two beaches, pubs, seafood restaurants, and cafés
- Dogs considered (enquire before booking)
Location
Please note: this doesn't show the exact location of the property
Local Area
- Location on the historic Quay in Charlestown with panoramic harbour and ocean views
- Nearby eateries and attractions: The Longstore, Pier House Hotel, Wine Cellar, Short & Strong Café, Rebellion Roast House
- Local shops and grocery options: M&S (Fraddon), Waitrose (Truro), Tesco, Asda, Lidl, Aldi
- Close proximity to the South West Coast Path for coastal walks
- Charlestown is a living film set, known for its maritime charm and photography. It featured in Poldark, Pirates of the Caribbean, Alice in Wonderland, and Tom Hardy’s Taboo. Its maritime charm make it one of Cornwall’s most photographed harbours.
History
- Charlestown Harbour built in 1761 by Charles Rashleigh to support Cornwall’s mining trade
- A coastal artillery battery was added in the 18th century; remnants remain around the harbour
House Rules
- Family and pet friendly; cots, highchairs, and stair gates provided
- Children and babies welcome
- Dogs considered (please enquire before booking)
- No smoking or vaping inside or in the garden
- No Stag or Hen parties
Book Your Stay
Experience Harbourside Cottage, where coastal charm, sea air, and Cornish heritage come together for the perfect seaside holiday. Stay close to the beach, dine by the harbour, and wake each morning to the sound of the sea.
Why Book Direct?
Booking direct is cheaper because we don’t charge booking fees!
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Sharon
2 years on Airbnb
"Harbourside Cottage was the perfect place for our family holiday. Perfectly located to enjoy Charlestown and a great base for exploring Cornwall. The cottage itself had everything we needed and when we had questions our host was super responsive. Would highly recommend."
July 2025
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