Place, Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
1 min walk
Mevagissey Aquarium
Place, Mevagissey Aquarium
17 min walk
Mevagissey Model Railway
Place, Mevagissey Model Railway
5 min drive
Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall)
Airport, Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall)
50 min drive
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About the area
St Austell
Seaside stay .Within a 15-minute walk of the apartment, you'll find Polkirt Beach and South West Coast Path Section 31 Trailhead. 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 - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Mevagissey Aquarium - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
Mevagissey Museum - 4 min drive - 1.4 km
Mevagissey Model Railway - 5 min drive - 1.8 km
Getting around
Luxulyan Station - 22 min drive
Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall) - 56 min drive
Restaurants
Teacup Tearoom - 16 min walk
Pier House Hotel & Restaurant - 12 min drive
Salamander - 14 min walk
Ship Inn - 18 min walk
Griggs Restaurant - 12 min drive
About this property
Rock Pools by Interhome
Portmellon: Wonderful apartment, 5 mins from the beach. A short walk to Mevagissey harbour, filming location of Rosamund Pilcher series modern apartment house "Rock Pools". In a quiet, elevated position, 400 m from the edge of the forest, 400 m from the sea, from the beach, in a cul-de-sac. Parking. Shop 1 km, grocery 1 km, supermarket 10 km, shopping centre 7 km, restaurant 500 m, bar, bakery 1 km, café, bicycle rental 3 km, pub garden 500 m, bus stop "Portmellon", railway station "St Austell" 10 km, sandy beach "Portmellon" 500 m pebble beach "Chapel Point" 1 km (small). Golf course (18 hole) 16 km, tennis 1 km, walking paths from the house 500 m, children's playground 1 km, fishing possibilities 1 km. Nearby attractions: Lost Gardens of Heligan 5 km, Mevagissey Harbour 1 km, Eden Project 16 km, Charlestown Historic Harbour 10 m, St Mawes Castle 27 km, Lanhydrock House & Garden 30 km. Hiking paths: South West Coast Path 500 m, Saints Trail 11 km, Kingswood Pentewan 4 km. Please note: the owner lives on the same property. "Rock Pools", 2-room apartment on the ground floor. Modern and tasteful furnishings: open living/dining room with digital TV and gas heating. Exit to the terrace. 1 double bedroom with 1 double bed and shower/WC. Kitchen (oven, 4 ceramic glass hob hotplates, toaster, kettle, microwave). Terrace furniture. Facilities: washing machine. Internet (WiFi, free). Please note: smoke alarm, fire extinguisher. In the summer stroll down to beach and swim in crystal clear water. In winter watch the waves crashing over the harbour.
Included in price: ERV cancellation insurance Final cleaning (Basic cleaning is always carried out by the guest) Laundry (initial supply of bed linen and towels) Interhome plants 100'000 m2 of flowering fields to save the bees
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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
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
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether 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 in each accommodation.
Property is also known as
GB5333.125.1
Frequently asked questions
How close is Rock Pools by Interhome to the airport?
This apartment is 22.9 mi (56-min drive) away from the Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does Rock Pools by Interhome have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this apartment.
How close is Rock Pools by Interhome to the beach?
This apartment is a short 9-minute walk from Polkirt Beach and 1.1 mi (13-min drive) from Colona Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!
Does Rock Pools by Interhome offer free breakfast?
This apartment does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at Rock Pools by Interhome?
No, there is no casino at this apartment.
What time is check-in at Rock Pools by Interhome?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
Is there free parking at Rock Pools by Interhome?
Free parking is not available at this apartment.
Does Rock Pools by Interhome have a pool?
This apartment does not have a pool.
Does Rock Pools by Interhome have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this apartment.
How close is Rock Pools by Interhome to downtown St Austell?
This apartment is 0.3 mi away from Portmellon.
Rock Pools by Interhome Reviews
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From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Rita
Sep 15, 2023
Relaxing week in Mevagissey
We had a wonderful week in Mevagissey.
Nice apartment with parking at the frontdoor.
Beautiful surroundings and a very helpfull host.