Raftra Cottage, St Levan, Penzance, TR19 6JZ, United Kingdom
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Hotel Description

You know what struck me first about Raftra Cottage? The silence. I mean, proper countryside quiet where you actually notice when a bird chirps. It’s tucked away in St Levan – and honestly, if you don’t know this little corner of Cornwall, you’re missing out. We’re talking about one of those villages that feels completely untouched, just a short walk from some of the most dramatic coastline you’ll find anywhere.

The cottage itself has that lived-in charm that you can’t fake – thick stone walls that keep things cool even on those rare scorching Cornish days, and windows that frame views you’d pay good money for in a gallery. What I really appreciated was how thoughtfully everything’s been done. The kitchen actually works (you’d be surprised how many holiday rentals get this wrong), and there’s proper storage space, not just a token wardrobe. The owners clearly know what travelers need because there are charging points where you actually want them, decent WiFi that doesn’t cut out every ten minutes, and – this might sound silly – but really good lighting for reading. Those evening hours stretch long here, especially in summer.

But honestly, the location is what makes this place special. You’re literally minutes from the South West Coast Path, and I’m talking about the good bits – the section that takes you past Porthcurno Beach and up toward Land’s End without all the tourist chaos. St Levan’s church is worth a wander (there’s this split stone that’s supposedly magical), and the pub – well, it’s exactly what you hope a Cornish village pub will be. Parking’s no issue here either, which is a blessing if you’ve ever tried finding a spot in Penzance during summer. The drive into town takes maybe fifteen minutes, though you’ll probably find yourself making excuses not to leave. There’s something about the light here, especially in the late afternoon when it hits the fields and makes everything look like a painting. I kept thinking this must be what people mean when they talk about “old Cornwall” – before the crowds found every pretty cove and turned them into car parks.

Rooms

  • Estimated price from: $149. One-Bedroom House with 1 double bed for Max persons: 2
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Reviews

  • Maria from United Kingdom – 27 July 2024 (10/10)

    Beautiful location. Very well equipped (kitchen, bathroom, lounge area, bedroom), everything was high quality and impeccably clean. The owners Claire and Toby were wonderful, the communication very good. We loved everything about our stay and hope to be able to come back soon!

  • Adam from United Kingdom – 2 July 2024 (10/10)

    The cottage was perfect for us for a couple's getaway – very clean, comfortable and cosy!

    Location wise it was great for exploring the coast and beaches around the area, with several just a short drive (5-10 min) away and at least one within a short walk (approx 20 mins). Claire and Toby were great hosts and provided us with everything we needed, with great communication throughout and very clear instructions on how to find the cottage as well as local recommendations.

    Would highly recommend for anybody looking to escape to the south coast for a bit of exploring!

  • Lesley from United Kingdom – 28 May 2024 (10/10)

    The cottage was cosy, well equipped and we loved how it was decorated. The bed was very comfortable and we slept really well. The location was perfect for exploring the local area, which is a haven for wildlife. We particularly enjoyed the local walks. Claire was an excellent hostess and was very easy to communicate with. We would 100% recommend and look forward to returning. The cottage is a gem.

    What could be improved: N/A

  • Holger from Germany – 5 August 2024 (10/10)

    Von A-Z so richtig gut – wir haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt und würden diese Unterkunft sofort wieder buchen.

SURROUNDINGS

What’s nearby:

  • Trewidden Garden: 11 km
  • St Just Football Ground: 10 km
  • Treffigian Burial Chamber: 6 km

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Restaurant Pk Porthcurno: 1.6 km
  • Restaurant Apple Tree Cafe: 3.3 km
  • Restaurant190 Degrees West: 3.7 km

Beaches in the neighbourhood:

  • Nanjizal Beach: 2.1 km
  • Porthcurno Beach: 2.4 km
  • Porthchapel Beach: 1.9 km
  • Porthgwarra Beach: 2 km
  • Pedn Vounder Beach: 2.5 km

Public transport:

  • Train Penzance: 15 km

Closest airports:

  • Land’s End Airport: 7 km
  • St Mary’s Airport: 90 km
  • Newquay Cornwall Airport: 74 km

Facilities

Bedroom:

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet

Bathroom:

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet

Outdoors:

  • Outdoor dining area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Barbecue
  • Patio
  • Garden

Activities:

  • Beach

Living Area:

  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Fireplace
  • Seating Area

Food & Drink:

  • Tea/Coffee maker

Miscellaneous:

  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Non-smoking rooms

Outdoor & View:

  • Garden view
  • Sea view
  • View

Room Amenities:

  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Private entrance
  • Heating
  • Iron

Languages spoken:

  • English

Safety & security:

  • Carbon monoxide detector

Media & Technology:

  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Reception services:

  • Invoice provided

Most popular facilities:

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

Building characteristics:

  • Detached

Entertainment and family services:

  • Board games/puzzles

Other for your stay:

  • Dining table
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
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Rules

Pets:

  • Free! Pets are allowed. No extra charges.

Parties:

  • Parties/events are not allowed

Smoking:

  • Smoking is not allowed.

Check-in:

  • From 16:00 to 21:00
  • You’ll need to let the property know in advance what time you’ll arrive.

Check-out:

  • From 08:00 to 10:00

Cancellation/prepayment:

  • Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.

Guest reviews

Staff:

10

Comfort:

9.4

Location:

9.4

Facilities:

9.4

Cleanliness:

9.4

Value for money:

9.4

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