Place, Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
1 min walk
Polkirt Beach
Place, Polkirt Beach
5 min walk
Mevagissey Aquarium
Place, Mevagissey Aquarium
14 min walk
Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall)
Airport, Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall)
39 min drive
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About the area
St Austell
On waterfront.You'll find Polkirt Beach and Colona Beach within a 15-minute walk of this St Austell cottage. Also, Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty is within half a mile (1 km) and South West Coast Path Section 32 Trailhead is within 2 miles (3 km).
Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
Polkirt Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
Mevagissey Aquarium - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
Mevagissey Model Railway - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
Mevagissey Museum - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
Getting around
St Austell Station - 22 min drive
Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall) - 50 min drive
Restaurants
Teacup Tearoom - 2 min drive
Ship Inn - 20 min walk
Pier House Hotel & Restaurant - 12 min drive
Salamander - 20 min walk
Griggs Restaurant - 11 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Longships, looks across the cove of Portmellon
GENERAL- Detached older style bungalow...- Superb sea views- Set in a cliffside garden looking across the cove of Portmellon - Parking available in a detached garage and space for an additional car in the lane GROUND FLOOR- Three steps down to a sun room - Sitting / dining room with superb sea views from the window- Adjacent kitchen "borrows" the views- Bathroom W.C. with vanity basin and shower over the bath- Twin bedded room with sea views and French Doors to the verandah- Double bedroom with a 5ft king size bed- Utility area with sink, a W.C. and a shower room with hand basin GARDEN- Covered verandah - Lawned areas of garden on several levels - There is a detached garage and space for an additional car at lane level LOCAL AREA- Portmellon has safe bathing and a seasonal pub- Shops, pubs, restaurants and harbour at Mevagissey are half a mile- Coastal village of Gorran Haven is 2 miles- Lost Gardens of Heligan are 4 miles- Eden Project is about 30 minute by car. PLEASE NOTE- Garden not suitable for unsupervised young children or dogs- This property welcomes a maximum of two dogs Pets information: £30 per pet per week taken after booking has been confirmed
Pets - allowed
Having booked your holiday the Agent Cornish Traditional Cottages will process and confirm your booking, the travel directions and arrival information will be sent to you. The travel directions will provide you with the details of the owner / housekeeper and instruction on who to contact a few days before your holiday to make the key arrangements. You will also be given the details of your point of contact should you have any questions or issues whilst on holiday.
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
General
Garden
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 welcome
Service animals 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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.
Property is also known as
House
Longships Two Bedroom House Sleeps 4
Longships - Two Bedroom House, Sleeps 4 St Austell
Longships - Two Bedroom House, Sleeps 4 Private vacation home
1281941
Frequently asked questions
How close is Longships, looks across the cove of Portmellon to the airport?
This cottage is 22.7 mi (50-min drive) away from the Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does Longships, looks across the cove of Portmellon have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.
How close is Longships, looks across the cove of Portmellon to the beach?
This cottage is a short 6-minute walk from Polkirt Beach and 15-minute walk from Colona Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!
Does Longships, looks across the cove of Portmellon offer free breakfast?
This cottage does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at Longships, looks across the cove of Portmellon?
No, there is no casino at this cottage.
What time is check-in at Longships, looks across the cove of Portmellon?
Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.
Is there free parking at Longships, looks across the cove of Portmellon?
Free parking is not available at this cottage.
Does Longships, looks across the cove of Portmellon have a pool?
This cottage does not have a pool.
Does Longships, looks across the cove of Portmellon have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this cottage.
How close is Longships, looks across the cove of Portmellon to downtown St Austell?
This cottage is 0.1 mi away from Portmellon.
Longships, looks across the cove of Portmellon Reviews
Reviews
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8/10 Good
John L.
Oct 6, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Very clean. Ideal location. Good that electricity inclusive - not abused, just appreciated.