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Relax and enjoy the stunning views from the conservatory
View to the rear of the property
Lounge with exposed beams
Conservatory with views out to the sea
Twin bedroom which can be made into king-size on request
Twin bedroom which can be made into king-size on request
Double bedroom
Sit back on the patio looking out to the sea in the distance
Steep downhill walk to the close-by beaches
Short stroll to the beautiful coastal path
Close by Trebarwith Strand
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15 / 18  Sit back on the patio looking out to the sea in the distance
16 / 18  Steep downhill walk to the close-by beaches
17 / 18  Short stroll to the beautiful coastal path
18 / 18  Close by Trebarwith Strand

The Old Borough House

Tintagel (1ml NE), Cornwall
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Sleeps 8
Bedrooms 4
Bathrooms 2
Change Sat
Dogs welcome 3
4 star
Waterside views
Enclosed garden / patio
Open fire / wood burner
Internet access
Pub nearby
Shop nearby
Beach within easy reach
Family friendly
Parking on site / nearby
Towels included
Travel cot available
Highchair available
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At a glance

  • Beautifully maintained, historic 500yr old home that is the former residence of  Sir Francis Drake, filled to the brim with original features.
  • Pass the day exploring Port Isaac, Boscastle & Padstow before coming home to enjoy wonderful views out to sea from the enclosed garden
  • Just a short stroll from the beach and the South West Coast Path, the perfect location from which to explore Cornwall
Property code: TOLBO

Over its 500-year history this property has been home to several notable figures, including playwright JB Priestley and Sir Francis Drake. It still retains many of its original period features, and makes for an ideal base for exploring Cornwall. The beach and the South West Coast Path, with its glorious clifftop views, are just a ten-minute stroll away, while the village of Tintagel, steeped in legend, is also just a mile away. Many fantastic attractions are just a short drive from the property, including the Blue Reef Aquarium in Newquay and the Launceston Steam Railway.

The accommodation retains much of its original charm and character, featuring slate floors and exposed wooden beams. Sea views can also be enjoyed from many of the rooms in the house. On the ground floor there is a reception room, lounge, dining area, kitchen and utility room. The reception room is a comfortable place to relax. Inside the lounge, reached via a step down, is a TV/DVD and an original open fireplace. The dining area has plenty of space for a large family. In the kitchen, which is also reached via a step-down, guests can find a range cooker, fridge/freezer, dishwasher and microwave. It leads out to a conservatory, which features comfortable seating and wonderful views out to sea. The utility room features a washing machine, a tumble dryer and a separate WC. On the first floor, there are four bedrooms as well as a bathroom and a shower room. The bedrooms consist of two doubles and two twin zip-and-links, which can be made into king-sizes on request. Both twins as well as one double are reached via a step down. The bathroom contains a bath and a WC, while the shower room contains a shower and a WC.

An enclosed garden area can be found outside of the property, which also features a patio, seating area and a BBQ. Here guests can enjoy some excellent views looking out to the coast and the sea.  

  • 4 bedrooms – 2 double, 2 twin zip-and-links (can be made into king-size on request)
  • 1 bathroom with WC and 1 shower room with WC
  • Kitchen with range cooker, fridge/freezer, dishwasher and microwave
  • Utility room with washing machine, tumble dryer and separate WC
  • TV/DVD
  • Open fire in lounge
  • Ample parking provided
  • Shops, pubs and cafes in Tintagel 1 mile, beach 10-minute walk
  • Arrival: 17:30 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00, unless otherwise stated in your arrival details
  • 3 dogs allowed. Dogs are charged at £20 each per full or part week
  • There is an Accidental Damage Deposit of £350 when booking at this property, however this may be waived for £40. We’ll provide more details about this when booking your holiday.

Anna Clerey

This property is personally managed by Anna.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 13 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Kim 14th October 2024

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Reviewed by Kirsty 24th August 2024

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Great cottage for extended family. Short walk into Tintagel and well positioned to access other areas of Cornwall. All bedrooms great size, nice bedding and towels. Could do with some TLC in places but overall a great stay!

Reviewed by Brad 17th August 2024

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Reviewed by Karen 20th July 2024

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A great, quiet location with good space for our group of six plus one dog. Great off-road parking for our two cars and an easy walk into the amenities of Tintagel. Great local walks too. White bedding, white towels and bathrooms all very clean. The kitchen however felt grubby and the kettle, drawer handles and light switches needed wiping before usRead moree which was disappointing. We did not use the dining area, preferring the kitchen table and chairs. Hide

Reviewed by Julie 18th May 2024

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Lovely "Olde Worlde" cottage. Plenty of room. Great conservatory/garden room to sit & look out at the garden & appreciate the "all day" sunshine!! Kitchen lovely & cool on hot days too! Beds fabulously comfortable for a good night's sleep after a long day. Beautiful scenery and great walks from the cottage out over the cliffs. Great enclosed gardenRead more for the dog too. Hide

Reviewed by Joanne 21st October 2023

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A lovely house full of character. Well equipped lots of room. Great location.

Reviewed by Danny 26th August 2023

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For large families, The Old Borough House is the perfect base for exploring Cornwall. Very comfortable, airy and well equipped, it's like stepping back in time but with all the modern necessities too. Tintagel itself is a great location and would thoroughly recommend exploring the castle and local bays. Food and drink wise, we enjoyed both The CornRead moreishman Inn and The Malthouse. A visit to local Boscastle is also a must. Hide

Reviewed by Allan 5th August 2023

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The good: Location. Interesting old house. Comfy beds. Nice kitchen, comfy lounge. Not so good: Main bedroom had the smallest bed. Excuse for a bedroom door. Not even a door catch let alone a lock. Other bedrooms quite small. No locks on doors. Always bumping heads on low beams and door way. Bathrooms small & basic. Internet speed v low, no way to Read moreconnect tv to stream. Not much outside furniture. BBQ grate rusted and unusable, :( coz I asked about this prior. Felt I overpaid for the house Hide

Reviewed by Julia 1st July 2023

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Perfect location. Walks, Coast path, town and beach all easily walkable from the house. Well equipped. House is pretty dark and lots of low beams and doorways but full of character.

Reviewed by John 10th June 2023

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Beautiful house which was really cool on hot evenings. Very comfortably furnished and lots of space. Very quiet setting and private back yard. The three parking spaces are also a bonus.

Reviewed by Kay 27th May 2023

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A wonderful character property in a great location. We had a lovely time at The Old Borough House.

Reviewed by lorraine 20th May 2023

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Beautiful character House with sea view. Clean with everything you need. We didn't want to go home. If we win the lottery and it's for sale we would buy it. Tintagel has lovely pubs and restaurants certainly recommend the Cornishman for meals. Good portions and fresh food.

Reviewed by Ruth 11th March 2023

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A wonderful stay with family and friends. Brilliant location close to town and stunning views from the cottage to the sea. Very spacious and comfortable and a very well equipped kitchen. Loved having a dining table in the kitchen, we used this every night to sit down for dinner. Felt right at home and would return again.

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Relax and enjoy the stunning views from the conservatory
View to the rear of the property
Lounge with exposed beams
Conservatory with views out to the sea
Twin bedroom which can be made into king-size on request
Twin bedroom which can be made into king-size on request
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Location

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