Oceanside stay.Stay at this Padstow cottage and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Padstow Maize Maze and 2 miles (3 km) of Cornwall National Landscape. Porthcothan Beach and South West Coast Path Section 15 Trailhead are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Cornwall National Landscape - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
Harlyn Bay Beach - 7 min drive - 5.5 km
Trevone Bay Beach - 9 min drive - 6.5 km
Padstow Harbour - 9 min drive - 7.9 km
Getting around
St Columb Road Station - 18 min drive
Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall) - 23 min drive
Restaurants
The Seafood Restaurant - 8 min drive
Stein's Fish & Chips - 9 min drive
The Beach Box Cafe - 6 min drive
Padstow Tasting Rooms - 9 min drive
Prawn on the Lawn - 9 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.
If you were going to be washed up anywhere then Driftwood at St.
If you were going to be washed up anywhere then Driftwood at St. Merryn will not disappoint. Don’t forget your tennis rackets!. 4 steps to entrance.
All on the Ground Floor:
Living/dining room: Freeview Smart TV, DVD Player, CD Player
Kitchen: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Dishwasher
Utility Room: Washing Machine
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 3: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Attachment, Toilet. Gas central heating, electricity, bed linen and Wi-Fi included. Towel hire £3per person. Travel cot and 2 highchairs. Enclosed garden with patio, decked area and garden furniture. Tennis court (shared). Private parking. No smoking. Please note: There are steps to the garden and decking.. This very comfortable property sits only a few minutes’ drive from the attractive fishing harbour at Padstow, Rick Stein’s famous restaurants, and numerous fine sandy beaches. With unlimited Wi-Fi, you will be able to stream many movie and have a movie night in. One of a group of privately owned holiday homes, it is ideal for a relaxing break. Just over 2 miles away are glorious sandy beaches at Treyarnon Bay and Constantine, and the Camel cycle trail follows the river from Padstow to Wadebridge (9 miles by road) and on to Bodmin. Watergate Bay water sports centre, Trerice and Lanhydrock (both National Trust) and the Eden Project are a short drive. Shop in holiday village or St Merryn, 1 mile.
Free WiFi
Towels available to hire at £3 per person per booking.
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Single level property
Smoking not allowed
Location highlights
In a rural location
Near the ocean
Things to do
Horseback riding nearby
Safety features
No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
General
Garden
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 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
Rules
The guest will be charged 50% amount for a cancellation after the reservation is made.
Pets
No pets allowed
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 indicated there is no 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 and a first aid kit
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, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.
Property is also known as
Cottage
3 Bedroom Accommodation in St. Merryn Near Padstow
su-E4724-E4724
3 bedroom accommodation in St. Merryn, near Padstow Padstow
Frequently asked questions
How close is If you were going to be washed up anywhere then Driftwood at St. to the airport?
This cottage is 11.6 mi (23-min drive) away from the Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does If you were going to be washed up anywhere then Driftwood at St. have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.
How close is If you were going to be washed up anywhere then Driftwood at St. to the beach?
This cottage is 8.5 mi (16-min drive) from Watergate Bay Beach and 17.6 mi (38-min drive) from Fistral Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!
Does If you were going to be washed up anywhere then Driftwood at St. offer free breakfast?
This cottage does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at If you were going to be washed up anywhere then Driftwood at St.?
No, there is no casino at this cottage.
What time is check-in at If you were going to be washed up anywhere then Driftwood at St.?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
Is there free parking at If you were going to be washed up anywhere then Driftwood at St.?
Free parking is not available at this cottage.
Does If you were going to be washed up anywhere then Driftwood at St. have a pool?
This cottage does not have a pool.
Does If you were going to be washed up anywhere then Driftwood at St. have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this cottage.
How close is If you were going to be washed up anywhere then Driftwood at St. to downtown Padstow?
This cottage is 1.3 mi away from St Merryn.
If you were going to be washed up anywhere then Driftwood at St. Reviews
Reviews
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Reviews
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Sue Holt
May 7, 2026
A warm welcome, comfortable, well-equipped and spotlessly clean.
A warm welcome, comfortable, well-equipped and spotlessly clean. We couldn't fault Driftwood and enjoyed our stay
Sue Holt
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Richard Bailey
Jan 8, 2026
A great find for the St Merryn area, a very comfortable and spotlessly clean property, a very welcom
A great find for the St Merryn area, a very comfortable and spotlessly clean property, a very welcome cream tea in our arrival, would definitely recommend and would definitely be back in the future.
Richard Bailey
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Martin Gibbins
Dec 8, 2025
Driftwood is a well maintained, spotless holiday chalet in a good location with plenty of local amen
Driftwood is a well maintained, spotless holiday chalet in a good location with plenty of local amenities both on the site and in nearby St. Merryn (a few minutes drive only). The owners are very welcoming and helpful. The only thing stopping me giving five stars is that I found the beds uncomfortable.If driving into Padstow I would advise ignoring satnav and just following the B road round as that avoids the kind of single track roads that can give you nightmares!
Martin Gibbins
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Paul
Oct 7, 2020
It was nice to get away and have a change of scenery but the weather was just awful.
It was nice to get away and have a change of scenery but the weather was just awful. Wind and rain pretty much all the time.
Still, at least we were warm and comfy in our home from home.
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Paul
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
ian
Aug 29, 2020
we had a enjoyable , get away from it all holiday in Cornwall and Driftwood was a big part of our en
we had a enjoyable , get away from it all holiday in Cornwall and Driftwood was a big part of our enjoyment.
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ian
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Brian
Jun 23, 2020
Impressed with the owners, who 'phoned us just before our holiday to advise the covid arrangements e
Impressed with the owners, who 'phoned us just before our holiday to advise the covid arrangements etc. We also met them when we arrived. Very professional.
Enjoyable stay with the family and enjoyed visits to all the local beaches.
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Brian
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Lisa
Jul 20, 2019
Well equipped with nearly everything you could need.
Well equipped with nearly everything you could need.
Overall an enjoyable place to stay close to location beaches and padstow
Lisa
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Charlie
May 23, 2019
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Great place not far from Padstow or Newquay and beaches