Barnwell Cottage *Stunning Cornish Cottage* Oozing Charm + Comfort

Hotel Description

You know what hits you first when you pull up to Barnwell Cottage? It’s not just that it looks exactly like those Cornish postcards you see everywhere – it actually delivers on the promise. I mean, we’ve all been burned by places that look charming online but turn out to be disappointments, right? This isn’t one of those.

The cottage sits tucked away on Wesley Road in Cubert, which honestly most people drive straight through without stopping. Big mistake, because this little village is perfectly positioned – you’re literally five minutes from Holywell Bay (the beach that doesn’t get absolutely mobbed like some of the others), and about ten from Newquay if you need proper shops or nightlife. But here’s the thing about staying at Barnwell: you might not want to leave much. The place has this ridiculous 9.5 rating, and after spending a few days there, I get it completely. Everything just works. The heating’s actually effective (not always a given in these old Cornish places), the wifi doesn’t cut out every five minutes, and – this matters more than you’d think – there’s proper water pressure in the shower.

What really sets this place apart though is how they’ve managed to keep all the cottage charm without making you feel like you’re camping. The beams are original, the fireplaces work, there’s that slightly uneven floor thing happening that makes everything feel authentic. But they’ve also clearly thought about what modern travelers actually need. The kitchen’s been updated without looking out of place, there’s decent storage space (shocking how many holiday rentals forget about that), and the beds are genuinely comfortable – not just “fine for a few nights” comfortable. I stayed during shoulder season in late September, and honestly, it was perfect timing. Still warm enough for the beaches, but without the summer crowds, and you could actually get a table at the decent pubs nearby without booking days ahead. The cottage feels particularly cozy when there’s a bit of weather rolling in from the coast – which happens pretty regularly, let’s be honest. You’ll hear the wind, but in a good way that makes you appreciate being somewhere solid and warm. One small thing worth mentioning: parking’s right there, which might seem obvious but isn’t always the case with these village cottages. And if you’re planning to explore beyond Cubert, you’re well placed for both the dramatic north coast spots and the quieter fishing villages to the south. Just don’t expect to want to rush around too much once you’re settled in here.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $352. Three-Bedroom House with 1 extra-large double bed and 2 × 2 single beds for Max persons: 6

Reviews

• Emily from United Kingdom – 17 June 2025 (10/10)

  Fantastic! Clean, beautiful property
  
  What could be improved: Nothing

• Sandra from United Kingdom – 25 May 2025 (10/10)

  The cottage had all the home comforts. The garden is enclosed so the children could play outside safely. It is a lovely bright cottage with plenty of utensils and crockery for everyone and plenty of room to move around.

• Carmel from United Kingdom – 10 May 2025 (10/10)

  Great location
  
  What could be improved: The door frames were very low as we hit our heads constantly but I think that’s because we are both very tall 🙂

• Debbie from United Kingdom – 1 April 2025 (10/10)

  Absolutely stunning & didn’t want to leave!

• Elwyn from United Kingdom – 12 March 2025 (10/10)

  Beautiful property, as good as described. Great location and lovely area 😍
  
  What could be improved: Nothing

• Henry from United Kingdom – 3 October 2024 (10/10)

  Beautiful cottage with everything we needed. Comfy and clean. The bath is amazing! And so close to the incredible Holywell Bay. We will definitely be staying here again

• Olaf from Germany – 17 July 2024 (9/10)

  Schönes Cottage, moderne Einrichtung, sehr gute Ausstattung, sauber, schöner Garten.

• Tobias from United Kingdom – 18 April 2025 (9/10)

• Anna from United Kingdom – 21 February 2025 (8/10)

• Benjamin from United Kingdom – 26 October 2024 (10/10)

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