Explore more of our luxury Crantock accommodations with stunning sea views, modern amenities, and family-friendly features.
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Accommodation Overview
Guillemot is a charming single-story two-bedroom cottage, part of the Seaspray group, perched on the West Pentire headland along the South West Coast Path. With stunning coastal views stretching over Goose Rock to the Newquay coastline, it comfortably accommodates up to four guests. Dogs are very welcome (up to two, free of charge). Guests enjoy free access to the Crantock Bay Leisure Club, which includes a heated indoor pool, spa bath, and tennis court.
Living
The bright and airy sitting room features comfortable seating, a dining area for four, TV with Freeview, DVD player, and Wi-Fi. Central heating ensures year-round comfort. Patio doors lead to a private enclosed rear patio, perfect for relaxing outdoors or dining al fresco while enjoying coastal views.
Eating
The fully equipped kitchen includes an induction hob, electric oven, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, and washer/dryer, making self-catering simple. Guests can dine indoors at the table or outdoors on the patio with seating and a charcoal BBQ.
Sleeping
Guillemot has two bedrooms: one king-size double and one twin room. A shower room with rainfall shower, basin, and WC serves the property. Travel cot and highchair are available on request. All bed linen and towels are provided (please bring your own beach towels).
Additional Information
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Private off-road parking for one car
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Enclosed rear patio with seating, dining table, and charcoal BBQ
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Complimentary access to Crantock Bay Leisure Club (indoor pool, spa bath, tennis court)
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Dogs welcome (maximum 2, free)
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Free Wi-Fi
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Saturday–Saturday bookings
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Short walk to pub (2 minutes) and beaches (5-minute walk)
Location Highlights
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Five-minute drive or 20-minute walk to Crantock Beach, short stroll to Polly Joke Beach
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West Pentire headland blooms with red poppies from late May to June
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Five-minute drive or 20-minute walk to Crantock village amenities
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Minutes from Holywell Bay and Gull Rocks (featured in BBC’s Poldark)
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Ideal base for families, walkers, and surfers
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Set on Cornwall’s spectacular north coast, West Pentire offers a perfect blend of natural beauty, seaside charm, and endless opportunities for adventure. From sweeping sandy beaches to dramatic coastal trails and family-friendly attractions, this is a destination where every day brings something new to discover. Whether you’re drawn to the water for surfing and swimming, eager to explore hidden coves and historic sites, or simply looking to enjoy long scenic walks with breathtaking views, the local area has something for everyone.
Beaches
The nearest, Crantock Beach, is just a five-minute stroll from the apartment and is widely regarded as one of Cornwall’s most beautiful sandy bays. With lifeguard-patrolled swimming areas in the summer months, safe surf breaks, and dunes that stretch for miles, it’s the perfect beach for families and water lovers alike. A short drive brings you to Holywell Bay, known for its dramatic twin islets and wide open sands, or Fistral Beach in Newquay, the UK’s surf capital. Whether you prefer sunbathing, paddling with the kids, or catching waves, the local beaches offer endless variety.
Attractions
Cornwall is home to a wealth of family-friendly attractions and cultural landmarks. Just along the coast in Newquay, you’ll find Newquay Zoo, the Blue Reef Aquarium, and activity centres offering everything from surfing to paddleboarding. For a full day out, highlights include the world-famous Eden Project, the historic Lost Gardens of Heligan, and the dramatic island fortress of St Michael’s Mount. Families will also enjoy Lappa Valley Steam Railway, DairyLand Farm Park, and Crealy Adventure Park, while history and art lovers can explore Tate St Ives, Trerice Manor, or take in a performance at the iconic Minack Theatre.
Walks
West Pentire is a walker’s paradise, with the South West Coast Path passing right by the apartment. This renowned trail offers miles of dramatic clifftop scenery, where wildflowers bloom in summer and seabirds wheel overhead. A gentle stroll will take you around the headland to Polly Joke Beach, a secluded cove famed for its carpets of poppies in early summer. For longer adventures, follow the coast path towards Holywell Bay or Newquay, stopping to enjoy sweeping ocean vistas along the way. Inland, the Gannel Estuary provides a calmer setting for riverside walks rich in wildlife and birdlife.
Location & Directions
Coming off the A3075, take the sign post to Crantock & West Pentire. Stay on West Pentire Road until you get into West Pentire. You will find Crantock Bay Apartments on your RHS, and the Bowgie Inn straight ahead. Take the road round to the left and then turn right onto a dirt track, signposted to Porth (Polly) Joke Beach.
Cormorant can be found on the RHS before you get to the five bar gate.
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