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This is charming rural holiday home has lots of great features
Stone steps lead up to this reverse level barn
A lovely garden with a sunny spot for dining al fresco
This reverse level barn has all the living space on the first floor
The kitchen diner is great for family meals
Everything you need
Three comfortable sofas to relax on
A really spacious lounge with lovely character beams
Master bedroom complete with ensuite
En suite shower room and WC
The twin room is also a good size
The family bathroom completes the ground floor
View towards the property
Portreath beach, just two miles away
Take the time to visit the famous St Ives, with it's arty vibe and turquoise waters
Drive along the coastal road to Gwithian beach and Godrevy Point
Tehidy Woods in the spring, a great place for dogs to run
1 / 25  This is charming rural holiday home has lots of great features
2 / 25  Stone steps lead up to this reverse level barn
3 / 25  A lovely garden with a sunny spot for dining al fresco
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6 / 25  This reverse level barn has all the living space on the first floor
7 / 25  The kitchen diner is great for family meals
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9 / 25  Everything you need
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12 / 25  Three comfortable sofas to relax on
13 / 25  A really spacious lounge with lovely character beams
14 / 25  Master bedroom complete with ensuite
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16 / 25  En suite shower room and WC
17 / 25  The twin room is also a good size
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19 / 25  The family bathroom completes the ground floor
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21 / 25  View towards the property
22 / 25  Portreath beach, just two miles away
23 / 25  Take the time to visit the famous St Ives, with it's arty vibe and turquoise waters
24 / 25  Drive along the coastal road to Gwithian beach and Godrevy Point
25 / 25  Tehidy Woods in the spring, a great place for dogs to run

Higher Merrose

Portreath (1ml), Cornwall
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Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 2
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 2
4 star
Downstairs bedroom
Downstairs bathroom
Complex of properties
Enclosed garden / patio
Internet access
Working farm
Pub nearby
Shop nearby
Beach within easy reach
Fishing on site / nearby
Romantic
Family friendly
Rustic
Parking on site / nearby
Decorated for Christmas
Towels included
Cot available
Highchair available
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At a glance

  • One of two charming barn conversions set in 130-acres of arable land with cows
  • Spacious interior with vaulted ceilings and exposed beams
  • Popular beaches nearby, including Portreath, Gwithian and Perranporth
  • Within easy reach of a network of footpaths, perfect for dogs
Property code: OLDMM

Escape with loved ones on both two and four legs to this romantic rural retreat. Surrounded by 130 acres of arable land, this delightful barn conversion boasts wonderful walks direct from the doorstep. Take the dogs to the coast at nearby Portreath or venture further afield to Newquay, St Ives or The Eden Project before returning home for a BBQ in the enclosed garden.

Inside, the accommodation is spacious and open-plan with vaulted ceilings, exposed beams and original barn windows. Prepare and enjoy tasty meals in the kitchen/diner, where you will find a large farmhouse table for dining together or challenging family members to a board game or two. After a day of exploration with your canine companions, put your feet up in the cosy lounge area beyond or take to the enclosed garden area outside for a BBQ or glass of wine as the sun goes down.

Located just 2 miles from the beach at Portreath, you will never be far away from a portion of fish and chips, the perfect way to round off a long walk. From the property itself, join the well-kept footpath that connects to a network of other trails together with Tehidy Country Park and its lake, golf course and cafe. While the tourist hotspots of The Eden Project, The Tate Gallery at St Ives and Newquay Sealife Centre will be less popular among four-legged friends, your pooches will be very welcome at one of the nearby dog-friendly pubs including Basset Arms and Portreath Arms Hotel.

  • 2 Bedrooms – 1 King-Size and 1 Twin
  • Bathroom – 1 shower over bath with WC, 1 ensuite with shower and WC 
  • Sleeps 4
  • Kitchen – cooker, microwave, dishwasher, fridge/freezer and washer/dryer
  • Smart TV/DVD
  • BBQ available upon request
  • Stairgate available upon request
  • Beach 2 miles, pubs and shops 1 mile
  • Complex of 2 barn properties (OLDML)
  • Fully enclosed parking area
  • This property will be decorated for Christmas
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00, unless otherwise stated in your arrival details
  • 2 dogs allowed. Dogs are charged at £20 each per full or part week

Paula Hart

This property is personally managed by Paula.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 41 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Sam 26th October 2024

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Really nice, clean, comfortable cottage in a great location. Farm was very quiet, easy walk to the local country park and short drives to beach (4 mins), shops (5 mins) and St Ives, Newquay etc. Would definitely recommend

Reviewed by Sue 11th October 2024

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Holiday cottage was clean and well presented. Everything needed for our holiday was provided. The shower in the en-suite was spacious and really powerfull.. bliss!! The owners were welcoming, friendly and helpful.

Reviewed by Nicolaas 4th October 2024

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Reviewed by Anne 27th September 2024

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Lovely cosy cottage with everything that you need very well equipped and spotless. Exceptionally specious with comfortable sofas and beds and a secure garden so that we didnt have to worry about our dogs. Stair gate and high chair supplied for our little one Ideal spot for travelling to our favourite places, we would definitely come back again

Reviewed by Sheena 20th September 2024

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A lovely cottage exactly as described - the first we've stayed at with truly dog-proof outside access!

Reviewed by Mark 30th August 2024

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Reviewed by John 23rd August 2024

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Reviewed by Becky 19th August 2024

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Beautiful cottage, beautiful location, lovely and quiet. Friendly owners. Ideal for a chilled break. Thank you so much we loved our stay.

Reviewed by Sarah 9th August 2024

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Reviewed by Lisa 29th July 2024

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The cottage was great ,clean,and spacious and ideally situated for our needs and a lovely welcome on our arrival from the hosts.

Reviewed by Phil 12th July 2024

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Absolutely spotless and very well equipped, the cottage was in a very quiet place and only a short walk to a lovely country park and Portreath, everything about Higher Merrose was spot on, large property for the 4 of us and our dog, thankyou for a lovely place.

Reviewed by Terri 21st June 2024

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We had the most fabulous holiday at this cottage and the owners were very friendly and helpful. It was in a good central spot for touring to many places and was one of very few properties weve stayed at where it was extremely clean we didnt feel we needed to clean some of it again on arrival 10/10. The owners were very friendly and helpful and easyRead more to contact should we need any help (including losing ones way on the footpath from the cottage to Tehidy Country Park!!). Hide

Reviewed by David 14th June 2024

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The property was perfect for our holiday. Very well equiped & great position for visiting different places.

Reviewed by Marian 31st May 2024

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This was our second visit to Higher Merrose and once again we loved our two weeks there. The cottage is comfortable, was spotlessly clean on our arrival and the kitchen is very well equipped and organised. David, Judith and Alison are the perfect hosts, welcoming and friendly. The location of the cottage is great for exploring west Cornwall. AlreadRead morey looking forward to a return visit. Hide

Reviewed by Jackie 10th May 2024

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Higher Merrose is a lovely roomy and comfortable cottage within easy access for lots of places of interest and near to beaches on north coast. We didn't manage to meet Mrs Barrand but Mr (David) was very welcoming and it was interesting to hear the history of the farm.

Reviewed by John 26th April 2024

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Our second visit to Merrose Farm accommodation with very friendly and helpful owners. The barn had everything we needed and was well situated for the South West coastal path and beautiful surrounding areas.

Reviewed by Joanne 29th March 2024

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Reviewed by Sue 8th March 2024

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Reviewed by Georgia 17th February 2024

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The family is so accommodating, experienced, professional and friendly. We absolutely loved our stay and so did our big dog. There are so many beautiful beaches nearby. We will always have treasured memories of our time at Higher Merrose.

Reviewed by David 26th January 2024

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An excellent cottage.

Reviewed by Kate 29th December 2023

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Reviewed by Carol 24th November 2023

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Really beautiful place to stay. Will be going back

Reviewed by STEPHEN 19th November 2023

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Exceptional cottage. Very clean and well thought out and equipped. Bathrooms excellent. Beds excellent. Kitchen excellent. Couldn't fault anything. They don't come much better than this and we've stayed at quite a few over the years Ideal location for local towns and beaches. All within easy drive. Host very amenable and helpful and on hand if requRead moreired. Hide

Reviewed by Lynn 7th November 2023

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Reviewed by Ashleigh 21st October 2023

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Beautiful cottage, location was perfect on a working farm. Very well equipped and homely, dogs welcome and safe with gated driveway and garden. We celebrated getting engaged whilst here which made it more special and very much looking forward to coming back next year!

Reviewed by KEVIN JOHN 14th October 2023

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Lovely place to stay

Reviewed by Nicolaas 1st October 2023

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A comfortable cottage for four people, ideally situated if you have a dog as there is a footpath straight from the cottage to Tehidy country park. It's about a 40 minute walk into Portreath, so no need to drive when it's busy. We have now stayed for two consecutive years in the beginning of October, mainly so we can walk the dog on the beautiful loRead morecal beaches. The owners are very friendly and helpful. We will stay again. Hide

Reviewed by Steve 23rd September 2023

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Reviewed by Lorraine 15th September 2023

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Reviewed by Samantha 25th August 2023

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A beautiful property in a lovely location. The garden is enclosed so great if you have pets. There's also a picnic bench & a table & chairs, plus outside lighting, which is great. The amenities in the kitchen were great with a washer dryer & dishwasher, both which were used. Plenty of great storage in the bedrooms & the beds are very comfortable. GRead morereat location for getting arund the whole of Cornwall-Minnack Theatre, Lands End, Lizards Point, Porth perrin beach. Wonderful Hide

Reviewed by Lisa 14th July 2023

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Lovely clean cottage. Owners very helpful too. We really enjoyed our stay and would like to return.

Reviewed by Christine 30th June 2023

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Lovely clean comfortable cottage ideal location for dogs

Reviewed by Janet 23rd June 2023

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Reviewed by Morag 16th June 2023

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Really good quality appliances, cooker etc. Showers in bathrooms were really good. Handy for visiting all sorts of places.

Reviewed by Gillian 9th June 2023

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This is our third visit and we have had a wonderful holiday with our dog. The cottage was immaculately clean and comfortable. The addition of garden furniture and parasol were most welcome, and we used them daily for eating alfresco. The cottage is perfectly placed for days out, or just walking through Tehidy Country Park. Our favourite beach was GRead morewithian ( three mile beach). Hide

Reviewed by Lucinda 26th May 2023

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Really nice cottage inside. So outside is pretty functional. Very close to farm buildings, campsite at back and other houses that are let or lived in by the owners so no veiws from cottage, but everything works and the owners were very nice and kept as quiet as they could despite building work and cows calving in the middle of the night.

Reviewed by Chris 12th May 2023

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Just returned from another two week delightful stay. The accommodation is ideal, and nicely decorated with everything that you require. Set in lovely surroundings with a garden and walks for my dog. Owners are very friendly with nothing too much trouble. Have booked again for next year.

Reviewed by C 21st April 2023

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Well equipped cottage in a super position for walking straight from the door. Enclosed car park and garden, ideal for our two excited dogs. Will definitely be back again.

Reviewed by Wendy 14th April 2023

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Fantastic location for a holiday, the accommodation is very clean and comfortable. Everything needed for cooking is available. The owners of the property are available should you need them, lovely flowers to welcome you on arrival and although located on a working farm very peaceful and calm. Location is good for visiting beaches, parks and gardensRead more. Hide

Reviewed by John 1st April 2023

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This cottage was perfect for us and our dog in all aspects. It was spacious, comfortable and well located for access to the coast, coastal walks and privacy. We were made to feel welcomed and then left to enjoy our break. The location on a working farm was really cool, we loved seeing the cows and being next to open fields. In fact, there is a walkRead more around the owners field, down beside the golf course to Tehidy Woods, which takes all of 15 mins. Hide

Reviewed by Miss 10th March 2023

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Had a lovely week at the cottage with my 2 dogs and some friends. Cottage very well equipped and welcoming, started to feel relaxed as soon as I walked in the door. Blissfully quiet location yet was peaceful without being remote as was easily accessible for so many other attractions/places. And loved the amazing dog walks from the doorstep, with noRead more need to drive anywhere. Would highly recommend . Hide

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This is charming rural holiday home has lots of great features
Stone steps lead up to this reverse level barn
A lovely garden with a sunny spot for dining al fresco
This reverse level barn has all the living space on the first floor
The kitchen diner is great for family meals
Everything you need
Show 13 moreThree comfortable sofas to relax on

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