Curlew Cottage

Curlew Cottage Overview

First Impressions

You know what struck me first about Curlew Cottage? It’s not trying to be anything other than what it is — a proper Cornish cottage that happens to be in one of the most enviable spots along this stretch of coast. The moment you pull up on Tyringham Road in Uny Lelant, you get it. This isn’t some corporate hotel experience; it’s more like staying at a friend’s place, if that friend happened to have impeccable taste and lived somewhere absolutely gorgeous.

Location & Surroundings

The location really is something special — guests consistently rate it 8.3 out of 10, and honestly, I can see why. Uny Lelant sits right between Hayle and St. Ives, which means you’re close enough to pop into St. Ives for dinner (it’s maybe a 10-minute drive), but far enough away to avoid the summer crowds that can make the town center feel a bit overwhelming. The cottage is tucked away on a quiet road, but you’re still within walking distance of some lovely coastal paths. I mean, you can actually hear the sea from here on quiet evenings.

The Cottage Experience

What makes Curlew Cottage work so well is that it feels authentic — none of that forced rustic charm you sometimes get in holiday rentals. The interiors have that lived-in comfort that makes you want to settle in with a book and a cup of tea. There’s proper attention to detail here, from the way the rooms are set up to the little touches that show someone actually cares about your stay. It’s the kind of place where you find yourself lingering over breakfast because you’re just so comfortable.

Perfect for Couples

I can absolutely see why couples rate this place so highly — there’s something inherently romantic about the whole setup. Maybe it’s the way the light filters through the windows in the morning, or how peaceful everything feels once you close the door behind you. The cottage has this cozy intimacy that works perfectly for a romantic getaway, but it never feels cramped or overly precious. You’ve got space to breathe, but you’re also tucked away together in your own little corner of Cornwall.

Why Guests Love It

What really sets Curlew Cottage apart is how it manages to hit that sweet spot between comfort and location. You’re getting genuine Cornish character without sacrificing modern comforts, and you’re positioned perfectly to explore this part of the coast without being stuck in the tourist thick of things. The fact that it consistently earns an 8 out of 10 rating tells you something — this isn’t just a pretty place to stay, it’s a place that actually delivers on the experience. Whether you’re using it as a base for coastal walks or just want somewhere peaceful to disconnect for a few days, it really does the job beautifully.

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Reviews of Curlew Cottage

• Johanna from Austria – 5 September 2024 (8/10)

• John from Switzerland – 14 May 2023 (7/10)

  very nice homely feel cottage decorated beautifully throughout with nautical theme. lots of lovely home touches. a small sun deck terrace at back of cottage and a small garden too although we couldn’t make much use of it as too cold and rainy! Not owners fault of course 😊
  a nice welcome bag of tea coffee and biscuits was a lovely touch 😊😊😊
  Bed was very comfortable and pillows too. it was 2 bedroom with the twin at the front so very noisy from traffic outside.
  we requested early Checkin at 3pm and very kindly they allowed that which was great thanks 😊😊😊
  wifi was strong and good.
  
  What could be improved: this was the sticking point for us, the cottage or small house in reality was right on a very busy corner of with a very narrow foot path. absolutely no where to park safely to unload bags and when we tried, neighbours got a bit agitated. if we had know the location and parking road issue we would never have booked. the property was not advertised with parking so no complaint there but it is very unsafe to unload bags there and no where near to carry bags to the property. this spoilt the whole stay unfortunately as we had to try and park wherever we could far away so not a great situation for us.
  Also post was arriving at the property so a bit unprofessional. Toaster didn’t work but we didn’t say anything as we had messaged the agent about parking suggestions and they never responded. Also most glasses in kitchen were dirty so I had to clean first. The house also had a strong mould smell when it you walk in so not sure if ventilation needs looking at there.
  I’m not happy to be writing this review as I very rarely give a bad one but there was just one too many things which affected our stay.
  in the main bedroom there was thick white dust on the underside of the window blind which was a surprise! we had trouble getting it out of our clothes!
  we met the cleaning lady on our departure as she was a little early but she was very nice and helpful as we’d broken a wine glass and left some money for it so just checking that was ok. we also mentioned the blind.
  unlikely we’ll stay again unfortunately.

• Shani from United Kingdom – 3 May 2023 (9/10)

  perfect location, fully equipped, clean, comfortable and attractive
  
  What could be improved: toaster didn’t work,
  quilt cover was too big for the quilt so lots of spare material. nothing serious!

• Bernard from United Kingdom – 25 June 2022 (8/10)

  No breakfast. Location good
  
  What could be improved: It was all good

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