Everything you need to know about the beautiful area around Seaside Cottage — from hidden coves to the best seafood.
A quiet, sheltered beach perfect for swimming and rock pooling. Gets busy at weekends in summer but is usually peaceful mid-week. Great for dogs too.
Long sandy beach with excellent surf school and the famous Watergate Bay Hotel. Beautiful walks along the coast path. Good café and parking.
Fistral, Tolcarne and Great Western are all within easy reach. Fistral is the famous surf beach — great for watching or having a go yourself.
Padstow has a lovely harbour beach. Daymer Bay is more sheltered and excellent for families with younger children. Both have plenty of parking.
The South West Coast Path runs directly past the cottage. Turn left for dramatic cliffs and hidden coves, or right towards Padstow. Some of the best views in Cornwall.
Flat, traffic-free cycle and walking path along the old railway line from Padstow to Wadebridge and beyond. Bike hire available in Padstow. Perfect for all ages and abilities.
Watergate Bay and Fistral have excellent surf schools with wetsuit and board hire. Even beginners can stand up on their first lesson. Great fun for families.
Seal spotting trips from Padstow harbour, fishing charters, and even puffin cruises in season. The RSPB reserve at Chapel Porth is also worth a visit.
We’re happy to suggest the best spots for your interests — whether that’s the quietest beach, the best fish & chips, or a great walk with a pub at the end. Just ask when you book or during your stay.