2 Trencreek Lane, Saint Columb Minor, TR8 4NX, United Kingdom
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Hotel Description

Honestly, I wasn’t expecting much when I first pulled up to this little cottage on Trencreek Lane – I mean, the name is a bit of a mouthful, right? But you know what hit me first? The absolute quiet. We’re talking about that rare kind of silence where you actually notice birds chirping instead of car engines, which is pretty remarkable considering you’re literally a stone’s throw from Newquay’s chaos.

The cottage itself is one of those places that feels like someone’s beloved family home rather than a rental property. There’s a proper garden out back – not just some sad patio with two chairs – where I actually found myself having morning coffee because, well, why wouldn’t you? The parking situation is brilliant too, which anyone who’s tried to navigate Saint Columb Minor’s narrow lanes will appreciate. No circling the block or squeezing into impossible spaces here. What really sold me on the location, though, was how close you are to the coastal path without dealing with the Newquay crowds. You can walk to some absolutely stunning stretches of coastline where the only company you’ll have are the occasional dog walkers and maybe some surfers checking the breaks.

Inside, everything just works the way it should – the shower has actual water pressure (thank god), the kitchen has all the bits you need if you want to cook, and the beds are properly comfortable, not those rock-hard mattresses you sometimes get in seaside rentals. I loved how they’ve kept the cottage character without making it feel like you’re staying in a museum. There are these little touches that show someone actually cares about the place – decent coffee in the welcome basket, extra blankets that don’t smell musty, that sort of thing. The WiFi is solid too, which matters if you’re trying to work remotely or just want to research where to eat dinner. Speaking of which, you’re close enough to pop into Newquay for the restaurant scene, but far enough away that you won’t hear the Friday night revelry. It’s honestly the perfect setup if you want to explore Cornwall’s north coast properly – you’ve got easy access to both the touristy bits when you want them and the quieter coastal villages when you don’t. The 9.5 rating makes complete sense once you’re there; it’s just one of those places that gets all the details right without trying too hard.

Rooms

  • Estimated price from: $148. Two-Bedroom Cottage with 1 extra-large double bed and 1 single bed for Max persons: 4
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Reviews

  • Brooke from United Kingdom – 1 June 2025 (10/10)

    Our stay at The Surf Cottage was nothing short of perfect. The property itself was beautiful, exceptionally clean, and so well thought out – it had everything we needed for a comfortable and relaxing break. The little touches throughout the cottage made it feel really special and welcoming.

    A huge thank you to our host, Maria, who truly went above and beyond. When my friend contacted her about my birthday, she arranged a wonderful surprise – balloons, birthday banners, chocolates, and even a bottle of fizz waiting for us on arrival. It made the whole experience unforgettable and so personal.

    The location was ideal – peaceful and quiet, just a few miles outside of Newquay town, giving us the best of both worlds. We couldn’t have asked for more and would absolutely love to return!

  • Gemma from United Kingdom – 1 May 2025 (9/10)

    Super cosy and beautiful cottage with everything you could possibly need. Loved the projector! Good location. Only a 5 minute drive into Newquay Town. Felt right at home.

SURROUNDINGS

What’s nearby:

  • Newquay Zoo: 1.2 km
  • Cligga Head Mine: 15 km
  • Mitchell Playing Field: 9 km
  • St Mawgan Playing Field: 8 km
  • Newquay Blue Reef Aquarium: 2.6 km
  • St Columb Recreation Ground: 10 km
  • Trenance Gardens and Cottages: 1.8 km

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Restaurant Babu: 800 m
  • Restaurant The Pizza Box: 800 m
  • Restaurant The Cornish Lunch Box: 800 m

Beaches in the neighbourhood:

  • Porth Beach: 1.9 km
  • Towan Beach: 2.6 km
  • Tolcarne Beach: 2.2 km
  • Lusty Glaze Beach: 2 km
  • Great Western Beach: 2.1 km

Public transport:

  • Train Quintrell Downs: 2.6 km
  • Train Newquay Train Station: 1.7 km

Closest airports:

  • Land’s End Airport: 66 km
  • Plymouth City Airport: 79 km
  • Newquay Cornwall Airport: 7 km

Facilities

Bedroom:

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet

Bathroom:

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Additional bathroom
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Outdoors:

  • Outdoor dining area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Wellness:

  • Fitness

Activities:

  • Pub crawls
  • Beach
  • Water sport facilities on site
  • Mini golf
  • Snorkelling
  • Cycling Off-site
  • Hiking Off-site
  • Canoeing
  • Darts
  • Windsurfing Off-site
  • Fishing

Living Area:

  • Sofa
  • Fireplace
  • Seating Area

Food & Drink:

  • Tea/Coffee maker

Miscellaneous:

  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Non-smoking rooms

Room Amenities:

  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
  • Private entrance
  • Heating
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron

Languages spoken:

  • English

Safety & security:

  • Carbon monoxide detector

Reception services:

  • 24-hour front desk

Most popular facilities:

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

Entertainment and family services:

  • Karaoke

Parking Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible).:

  • Accessible parking

Other for your stay:

  • Coffee machine
  • Toaster
  • Oven
  • Tumble dryer
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
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Rules

Pets:

  • Pets are not allowed.

Parties:

  • Parties/events are not allowed

Smoking:

  • Smoking is not allowed.

Check-in:

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

Check-out:

  • Until 10:00

Age restriction:

  • The minimum age for check-in is 21

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:

8.8

Location:

10

Facilities:

10

Cleanliness:

10

Value for money:

10

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