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Cataclew

St. Merryn, near Padstow, Cornwall
Sleeps 6
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 3
Change Sat
No Dogs
4 star
Parking on site / nearby
Towels included
Family friendly
Luxury
Fishing on site / nearby
Internet access
Shop nearby
Pub nearby
Beach within easy reach
Complex
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At a glance

  • Contemporary, stylish property, close to the famous 'Seven Bays' sandy beaches
  • Relax in the sunny garden after days out at the beach, 2 miles away
  • Perfect for coastal walks, and a short walk to a famous pub and restaurant
Overview
Property code: OC-C27720

Welcome to the picturesque village of St. Merryn, a hidden gem nestled on the stunning North Cornwall coast. Offering a perfect blend of natural beauty, rich history, and an array of local attractions, St. Merryn is the ultimate holiday destination. Just a stone's throw away, you'll find the breath-taking sandy beaches of Padstow (2.5 miles) and Harlyn Bay (2 miles), ideal for sunbathing, surfing, and family picnics. Embark on a culinary journey in Padstow, renowned for its world-class restaurants, including Rick Stein's Seafood Restaurant. Explore the charming fishing village of Port Isaac (16 miles), famous for its appearance in the hit TV series Doc Martin. Immerse yourself in history with a visit to Tintagel Castle (21 miles), the legendary birthplace of King Arthur. For nature lovers, the idyllic Camel Estuary (3 miles) offers scenic walks and bird-watching opportunities. With its prime location and proximity to these captivating attractions, St. Merryn promises an unforgettable holiday experience for all.

As you enter this incredible, contemporary house, the spacious hallway greets you and on the left you will find the lounge, with patio doors leading to the garden and a large Smart TV and delightful sofas to relax on after a fun day at the beach. The kitchen/diner is on the right from the hallway and will be hugely popular, with a sociable breakfast bar, well equipped modern kitchen and large dining table and chairs for you all to congregate on. Upstairs you will find the three bedrooms, all with smart TV's and en-suite shower rooms. The master bedroom boasts dual aspect windows, with one floor to ceiling window with sea glimpses and the other with views of the moorlands in the distance and a large walk in rain shower. The second bedroom has zip-and-link beds that can be split for families or a 6' super king for couples. The third bedroom has two single beds.

Outside you will find a sunny patio area to enjoy al fresco meals and drinks and a spacious garden, filled with pretty trees to find some shade under. There is parking for up to 3 cars at the side of the property.

  • 3 bedrooms - 1 super-king-size zip-and-link (can be 2 singles on request), 1 king-size and 1 twin
  • 3 shower rooms - 3 en-suite shower rooms with WCs
  • Integrated electric oven and microwave, ceramic hob, fridge/freezer, wine fridge and washing machine
  • Smart TV in lounge and a TV in all bedrooms
  • Rear patio with seating and spacious garden with plentiful trees for shade
  • Parking for up to 3 cars
  • Beach 2 miles, shop 0.5 miles, pub and restaurant less than 0.5 miles
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • Sorry, no dogs allowed

Thomas Brewer

This property is personally managed by Thomas.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 23 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Helen 14th June 2026

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Our second time here and the garden chairs were lovely to sit on in the garden. House is superb

Reviewed by Anne 31st May 2026

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Reviewed by Alexandra 24th May 2026

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Reviewed by Sharon 3rd May 2026

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Wow, what a fabulous property! Beds were comfy with high quality bed linen which I appreciated. Spotlessly clean, lovely quiet location. Will definitely be back. Loved it.

Reviewed by James 26th April 2026

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Reviewed by James 26th April 2026

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Reviewed by Mark 27th October 2025

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Excellent property, fitted out to a very high standard of finish, decoratively etc. very warm & comfortable for our Autumn break

Reviewed by Paul 6th October 2025

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What a fabulous home Cataclew is. Spotlessly clean, superbly stocked, spacious and welcoming, wonderful location. Cannot recommend it enough, will already be planning our return. 5 stars easily.

Reviewed by James 21st September 2025

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Reviewed by Ian 10th September 2025

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Fantastic holiday accommodation, no need to say any more

Reviewed by Amy 17th August 2025

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Reviewed by Sandra 10th August 2025

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Cataclew is a lovely, spotlessly clean, well thought out and well-equipped home-from-home which is perfect for relaxing in after a day at the beach or exploring this area of Cornwall. Really comfy beds! Warm and cosy. We loved it and would happily return. Thank you for sharing your house, we had a fab holiday :)

Reviewed by Dawn 21st July 2025

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Great spacious cottage, very clean and well equipped. Very Comfortable beds. Fantastic location, within walking distance of Rick Steins pub, The Cornish Arms. Will be booking again.

Reviewed by Shirley 25th May 2025

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Property exceeded our expectations & is situated in a lovely peaceful location. Hope to return at some stage in the future .Please don't change a thing - everything was perfect !

Reviewed by Tracy 30th December 2024

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Lovely cottage. Lovely for bedrooms all to have en-suites

Reviewed by Joy 6th November 2024

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Reviewed by Lyn 29th September 2024

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Beautiful house, very clean with all modern appliances great en-suite rooms. Little isolated but close enough to The Cornish Arms, where we all enjoyed lovely meal.

Reviewed by John 16th September 2024

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Cottage and rooms were better than the website pictures. A few minor niggles with waste bags and some basic kitchen cleaning products.

Reviewed by Michelle 11th August 2024

House is really clean and spacious, enough room for 6 guests. The house itself is gorgeous, the outside area is also lovely, we spent most evenings playing catch or frisbee with our two children. Short stroll to the Cornish Arms, you will need to book here as it does get very busy. The fish and chip shop in St Merryn is a slow 15 min walk, highly rRead moreecommend. All in all we loved the house and the week we had at Cataclew. Hide

Reviewed by Joanne 5th August 2024

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We had a great week at Cataclew. A lovely modern cottage with lots of space both inside and out. Great location near some really good beaches and coastal walks. Finding The Cornish Arms at the end of our lane was a bonus for the occasional evening meals (including wood fired pizza) and drinks.

Reviewed by Sarah 28th July 2024

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A sunny modern house with plenty of space. Could do with a few home comforts.

Reviewed by Shirley 12th July 2024

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A beautiful property on the outskirts of a lovely village. Perfect location for exploring the area. Both house and village have all you need for a wonderful stay.

Reviewed by Steve 30th June 2024

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My wife and I enjoyed a wonderful June week at Cataclew. It's one of several recently-built rental additions to this large property, so all the equipment is modern and new. Each bedroom is en-suite and has a TV, so ideal for families. There is plenty of parking and outside space to relax and/or families to play. It is ideally located for walking, Read moreparticularly on the SW coastal path. At least seven wonderful beaches within a 10 minute drive, and Padstow similarly close. St Merryn centre is an easy 10-15 minute walk, with petrol, general store, bakery, several restaurants/pubs, and a couple of takeaways. The area will get busy in the school holidays, but nothing like as bad as Newquay to the south or Polzeath to the north. We love this area, and will definitely be back. Just to be aware though that, like most of Cornwall, beach parking is very expensive, and you will pay up to 50p a time to use the toilets. Hide

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Original Cottages is a trading name of The Travel Chapter Limited | The Travel Chapter Limited is registered in England and Wales. | Registered office Travel Chapter House, Gammaton Road, Bideford, EX39 4DF. Company No. 02431506 | VAT reg: 143053210.