Cottages in St Austell

Cornwall is England’s premier holidaying destination and St Austell is at its heart. Wonderfully picturesque, its olde worlde streets are a facade to a simply delightful array of traditional eateries, quaint pubs and independent shops. But there is so much more to St Austell than the town itself – it makes an ideal base for a holiday serried with outdoor activities and family fun. When choosing your cottage in St Austell, consider if you want to stay in the town itself, on the doorstep of its innumerable delights, or whether you would prefer a cottage in one of the surrounding villages, such as Porthpean or Charlestown, located right on the glorious Cornish coast.

Traditional Cornish stonewall cottages are ready to welcome you, set within cheery, luscious gardens with cotton-candy views. Take in the temperate Cornish weather on a patio or terrace and experience time the Cornish way – slow and relaxed. Well-equipped cottages are available with up to 6 bedrooms, and some reward you with far-reaching sea views and vistas over Cornwall’s gently rolling hills.

St Austell is a short hop from stupendous coastal scenery and well-equipped family beaches such as Porthpean and Carlyon Bay. From iconic sandy beaches to intimate sheltered coves, these are some of the finest in the country, and upon first sight, you may find yourself mistaking them for the Caribbean! The sand is golden, the water is blue-green, and the vibe is maximum laidback. When in St. Austell, make sure to explore the coastline and see it all. Which is your favourite?!

St Austell and the surrounding region is the most popular family holiday destination in England. The sunny climate and natural beauty of the area synthesise with the wide array of attractions and activities for kids of all ages. Kidzworld is a huge favourite, with climbing walls, cannon blasters and giant slides, wobbly platforms, tree houses and crazy golf ensuring a memorable day out. But the number one family attraction in the area is undoubtedly the world-famous Eden Project. A tropical rainforest, waterfalls, sculptures nestle within stunning glass biomes. Unmissable!

St Austell offers some sumptuous inland and coastal walks for leisurely pub-to-pub walkers to more adventurous hikers. For an inland route, the Saints' Way Trail passes through St Austell and follows a wonderfully varied course through valleys, woodlands, pastures, moors and villages. If you are looking to hike along the coast, take the Pentewan Valley Trail from St Austell down to the coastal village of Pentewan, then continue along the South West Coast path for as long as your heart and soul desire!

On the edge of St Austell, Pinetum Gardens is a place of tranquillity, peace and beautiful garden scenery. It is a plantsman’s paradise with over 7,000 rare plants housed in ten individually themed garden rooms. Colourful and inspired, bring a picnic, lie back, and let your soul float into the sunny blue sky.

Founded in 1851, St Austell Brewery boasts a brand-new visitor centre that takes you on a journey into 16o years of brewing history. It is, of course, followed by a beer tasting session!

The historic harbour of Charlestown is picturesque and atmospheric. With myriad Tall Ships permanently moored, it is still a working port and is often used as a film location. A beautiful slice of old Cornwall crammed full of history!

The Shipwreck Centre showcases historical artefacts and amazing photography that bring intriguing and sometimes terrifying stories of the sea around Cornwall to life. The museum boasts 8,000 artefacts from over 150 shipwrecks!

Just 10 minutes’ drive from St Austell, Restormel is one of the best-preserved circular keeps in the country, and it affords beautiful vistas across the river and fields from its battlements.

Heligan's magnificent 19th-century gardens are a horticultural Arcadia, with formal lawns, working kitchen gardens, greenhouses crammed with succulent fruits, a secret grotto and a Jungle Valley of ferns, palms and tropical blooms.

If you are looking for a classic Cornish pub to finish your fantastic day off in St Austell, look no further than Polgooth Inn. Set in a rural valley, the surroundings are gorgeous, the micro-brew ales really hit the spot, and the lunchtime bites and dinner menu is just superb. Perfect!