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Cowries Retreat

St Merryn, Cornwall
Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 2
Change Sat
Dogs welcome 2
4 star
Parking on site / nearby
Highchair available
Travel Cot available
Towels included
Tennis Court
Family friendly
Fishing on site / nearby
Internet access
Enclosed garden / patio
Downstairs bedroom
Downstairs bathroom
Shop nearby
Pub nearby
Beach within easy reach
Complex
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At a glance

  • Comfortable, single-storey retreat, perfect for a family holiday in St Merryn
  • Fully enclosed garden to suit guests with canine companions
  • Perfect for days out to Padstow, following the Camel Trail and reaching beaches

Property code: OC-P00801

Situated in a holiday park in St Merryn North Cornwall, this light and cheerful property sleeps four and boasts on-site facilities and a dog exercise area for your four-legged friend.

Inside, the rooms are all located on one level giving the property a sense of fluidity, and the coastal decor is bright and breezy with shoreside tones throughout. The spacious living area is adorned with pleasant soft furnishings, nautical-themed artwork and windows that flood the room with light. After a day on the beach, the lounge is the perfect spot for you and your hound to unwind in front of the electric fire but on warm days, open the French door and let your four-legged friend safely roam around the vast lawn in the enclosed garden. Overlooking the lounge is a dining room with a sociable table where everyone can gather for a meal and swap stories. The neat, well-equipped kitchen is located off the lounge. When it’s time for bed, choose between a king-size bed or a twin bedroom. The rooms are a comfortable size and share a bath and shower room. Outside, play with your pup on the lawn or dine alfresco at the garden table. The holiday park has some excellent facilities including football and tennis courts, a children’s play park, and a dog walking area that Fido will love.

St Merryn is close to some beautiful beaches including Constantine Bay (1 mile) where you can let your hound run free on the sand year-round. For off-beach adventure, pick up the North Cornwall Coast Path and enjoy cliff-top walks, or let your pup scamper along the 4-mile trail to Trevose Head. Alternatively, journey to vibrant Padstow (4 miles) where you’ll find plenty of dog-friendly pubs and restaurants.

  • 2 bedrooms – 1 king-size and 1 twin, with zip-and-link beds that can be arranged as a king-size upon request
  • 2 bathrooms – 1 with shower over the bath and WC, 1 shower room with WC
  • Electric cooker, slow cooker, fridge, dishwasher and Lavazza coffee machine,
  • Utility Room: Washing machine, tumble dryer and fridge/freezer
  • Welcome pack
  • Smart TV, DVD player and CD player
  • Mobile phone signal is variable
  • Enclosed, lawned garden, with garden furniture, BBQ and outside tap
  • Private parking for 3 cars
  • Travel cot and highchair
  • Storage for bikes
  • Shop and pub 150 metres, beach 2.5 miles
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 2 dogs allowed. Additional charges may apply

Thomas Brewer

This property is personally managed by Thomas.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 16 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Kerry 2nd June 2026

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We absolutely loved the Cottage & the large garden, it was perfect for us.

Reviewed by Joe 8th May 2026

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Reviewed by Olivia 30th March 2026

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Reviewed by Hayley 15th March 2026

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Reviewed by Susan 16th October 2025

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We have stayed in Cowries Retreat over many years and it cant be beaten for comfort, practically and position. It is always immaculately clean and the arrangement for recycling makes it so easy to keep everything tidy. As dogs are welcome too, it is sure to appeal to many families.

Reviewed by Sarah 8th September 2025

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We had a lovely relaxing stay, it was just what we needed. The facilities were everything we needed and more. The large garden was great for my football mad son to play in when we returned from exploring Cornwall. Lovely welcoming touches from our hosts such as milk in the fridge for a cuppa, and the chocolate digestives to dunk after a long journeRead morey down were particularly welcomed by my son. The beds were nice and comfy and the site was super quiet. We would certainly like to visit again in future! Hide

Reviewed by Marcia 1st September 2025

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The accommodation was excellent, location was great, it was like home from home. The bedrooms were large with super comfy beds, the lounge/dining area was great, the kitchen had everything you could need. It had great access to the large garden at the back for the dogs and lovely garden furniture. We would not hesitate to recommend this place, we Read morehad a lovely break her. Hide

Reviewed by Sally 13th July 2025

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This is our second stay at St Merryn Holiday Park and apart from the shop on the park having permanently closed since our first stay, we had another lovely stay in a well equipped bungalow with a lovely big enclosed garden for the dogs.

Reviewed by Sally 1st July 2025

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This property is dated, tatty and poorly maintained. The whole place smelled damp and bedrooms were particularly bad. The property was very dirty and in need of a deep clean. The garden was overgrown and outside furniture dirty. We were very disappointed and didnt want to stay. We moved to a different property as soon as we were able to. Response fRead morerom Holiday Cottages - Thank you for your comments, we take all feedback seriously. Hide

Reviewed by Pauline 26th May 2025

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The cottage was clean and comfortable. The garden was totally secure for our dogs.

Reviewed by Annette 19th May 2025

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Excellent holiday. Great location. Everything you need was provided.

Reviewed by Hayley 17th November 2024

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Very comfortable and well equipped property that suited 2 adults and two large dogs. The location was great for the beaches and visiting Bodmin or Newquay. We will happily stay here again

Reviewed by Sandi 29th September 2024

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Comfortable & fully equipped for family. Fully eclipsed garden welcome for small dog

Reviewed by Kate 15th September 2024

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Lovely property, very well equipped and comfortable. The location is also great for visiting all the beautiful beaches in the area. Would highly recommended staying here.

Reviewed by Wendy 8th September 2024

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Lovely spacious bungalow, clean and well presented. The home had everything you could think of for wet days and sunny. The kitchen was well quipped and the welcome tray was much appreciated as we had forgotten to bring milk. Beds were really comfortable and linen of good quality. Location was great for exploring the area and easy roads to access tRead morehe main roads . Our dogs appreciated the generous garden for lounging and playing. Hide

Reviewed by Brian 28th July 2024

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Lovely, well maintained and equipped bungalow in ideal position. Neat and clean with quality furnishings. Cannot find a fault. Would recommend this cottage to anyone.

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Canine Cottages is a trading name of The Travel Chapter Limited | The Travel Chapter Limited is registered in England and Wales. | Registered office Travel Chapter House, Gammaton Road, Bideford, EX39 4DF. Company No. 02431506 | VAT reg: 143053210.