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Mona's Cottage - Private Parking, Sea Views, Garden & Close To Harbour & Beach

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Miscellaneous
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Beach nearby
Interior
Dining

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 694.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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St Austell, Cornwall
  • Charlestown Shipwreck and Heritage Centre
    1 min walk
  • Loveday's
    1 min walk
  • St Austell Station
    8 min drive
  • Plymouth (PLH-Plymouth City)
    64 min drive

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Mona's Cottage - Private Parking, Sea Views, Garden & Close To Harbour & Beach

*Welcome To Mona’s Cottage*

As you step through the charming entrance, you’ll feel the warmth of a bygone era embrace you. This beautifully restored 1840s, Grade II listed gem, marries timeless character with modern comforts, ensuring you have a delightful retreat whether you're here for a long weekend getaway or an extended stay. The original slate front, a rare piece of history, is a testament to the cottage's rich heritage, providing a unique snapshot of village life long ago.

The stone-built cottage boasts features including a fully equipped, farmhouse style, kitchen with four ring gas hob, double oven/grill, dishwasher, washing machine and fridge. There are two spacious reception rooms enjoying a SMART TV, feature gas fire and access to complimentary 300MB ultrafast WIFI. Furthermore, there is a generous, vaulted ceiling, bathroom with a wealth of luxury features including a Victorian style pull chain loo whilst upstairs there is an additional W/C and three bedrooms (two doubles and a compact twin) of which two enjoy sea views and the other an inland garden aspect. The courtyard and garden can be accessed via the traditional stable kitchen door and are completely enclosed and private. This provides the perfect place to unwind, read a book or to enjoy the Cornish summer sun with alfresco dining. Private allocated parking for two vehicles is situated directly to the front of the cottage. Should you wish to leave the car at home then Charlestown itself is well connected by public transport.

When you are ready to venture out the harbour, eateries, beaches and coastal paths are just a stone’s throw away ready and waiting to be explored. Further afield and within a short drive are some must see Cornish attractions which include the world-famous Eden Project and the Lost Gardens of Heligan amongst many others. There are also many a National Trust property in Cornwall that are always worth a visit.

We are committed to making your stay with us truly unforgettable, that's why we offer a range of thoughtful touches including an in-person welcome, complimentary goodies on arrival and even transfers to and from the railway station. We'll even arrange, if needed, transfers to and from Newquay Airport at a nominal cost, so you can focus on what really matters – making the most of your Cornish getaway.

Before booking, you are welcome to get in touch for an informal chat, so we can answer any questions you may have to ensure this is the perfect fit for your needs. We want you to feel completely at ease, knowing that you've made the right choice for your holiday.
During your stay at this cottage, you're just a quick walk from Charlestown Shipwreck and Heritage Centre. The cottage includes amenities such as free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • The cottage offers a kitchen, a washing machine, and 1.5 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Onsite recreation includes tennis courts
  • Steps from Charlestown Shipwreck and Heritage Centre and Charlestown Harbour
This cottage offers its guests barbecue grills and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

This St Austell cottage is smoke free.

Property manager

Carole Cleave

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car not required

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Electric kettle

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper
  • Hairdryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near a laundromat

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No lifts
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • 1 steps to reach property
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • Near a hospital
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Kayaking on site
  • Golf on site
  • Cycling on site
  • Tennis on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Basketball nearby
  • Hiking nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 1020 sq ft (94.8 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

Mona's Cottage - Private Parking, Sea Views, Garden & Close To Harbour & Beach Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 49 out of 52 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 52 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tim N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely cottage in a central location
The cottage was exactly as described and we were met by the owner who was extremely helpful and friendly. It is in a great location which is very close to the harbour but also quiet. The cottage is full of original features and character but has all necessary modern facilities.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liz T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely!
The property is very comfortable. It is well kept and well equipped. It is lovely to have a sea view. We hope to return.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved it
Had an amazing stay at Mona's cottage, excellent property above the harbour.. with plenty of restaurants to choose from! What a view to wake up to, from the front bedrooms! We were met at the front door by Carole who introduced us to the cottage and had advice of places to visit. Great cottage, well equipped, in a central location for visits to some amazing places in Cornwall
Stayed 11 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

mperman2

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent property
Lovely cottage, very homely in a beautiful setting. We were made to feel very welcome by a super host. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely home from home
Charlestown is such a lovely, picturesque place to visit, and even nicer to stay. And Mona's Cottage is an ideal home from which to do so. It has a nice lay out, is very well furnished and has all the nice touches you might want, including a hallway where you can take off your boots and hang up all your outdoor clobber. There are several excellent eating out options in the village and a nearby Tesco if you prefer to self cater most of the time, as we did. I can also recommend the 1.5 mile cliff walk from the village to Carlyon Bay where there are a number of cafe and drink options on the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Antony H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely stay within walking distance of the harbour
Lovely character property within a stone’s throw of Charlestown Harbour, lovely accomodating hosts
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

rachel

Liked: Cleanliness
Such a beautiful cottage and location
Mona's cottage was just as described. It was on a quiet street just back from the harbour and the parking right outside was a real bonus. The cottage was very well equipped and very comfortable. Fabulous shower..! Lovely outdoor space and very close to the harbour and the beaches. All correspondence and the welcome from the owner was great - thank you Carole.. I would highly recommend a stay here.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samantha H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Home from home
Lovely, comfortable cottage with sea view in very quiet area of Charlestown. Had everything that we may have needed and lovely care package of wine, yeast cakes, clotted cream and milk. Carole and her husband met us at the cottage and went through everything with us. Would definitely stay again if the chance arose.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Russell T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect retreat for a getaway
Such a lovely place to stay and relax with the family. Didn't need nor want anything else to make this the perfect getaway. Perfect and friendly host
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent stay
Carole was wonderful and met us at the door to explain everything. House is lovely and everything is provided. We had a little welcome package too which was very much appreciated. Charlestown is close to lots of lovely places to visit including the Lost gardens of Heligan, the Eden project and St Austells brewery. There are also lots of coffee shops, bars and restaurants close by. Highly recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
My wife, infant daughter and mother in law stayed here for the majority of our vacation in the UK. It was the perfect place to take day trips by car throughout Cornwall. The hosts were amazing, very responsive and accommodating. They provided additional items such as a pack n play, baby gate and bathtub for our daughter. We were traveling from the states with a little one so the extra attention to making things easier with her was greatly appreciated. Charlestown was so beautiful that we spent several days just staying there, our stay was 8 nights but we easily could have stayed a month. Would absolutely rent again if we’re back in Cornwall, Charlestown was extremely easy to drive into by car and the parking is convenient and easy at the cottage, can’t recommend enough!
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susanna J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mona's Cottage St Austell
Friendly hosts. Very clean. Thoughtful goodies supplied. Close to restaurants and beautiful harbour. All within walking distance.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Charlestown Retreat
We had a wonderful stay in this amazing cottage. Lots of room for the whole family and the amenities were great. Charlestown can be notoriously busy, but since this cottage is behind the shipwreck center it was peaceful and quiet even on a busy weekend. Loved waking up to the view of the sea in the distance. We will absolutely consider staying again on a future trip! If I had to come up with any suggestions, I might suggest getting some bedside lamps so that kids who are afraid of the dark can have some light on all night without having to keep the overhead light on. We moved a lamp from the lounge to my daughter's room while we were there so she could have some light. Thanks again for the use of this amazing cottage!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Fiona L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very enjoyable
Lovely cottage within the village of Charlestown. Comfortable and well equipped, with pleasant outdoor areas. The beds were comfortable and the shower great. We enjoyed the proximity to the coastal path, and Charlestown picturesque harbour with its pubs and restaurants. Handy for getting to Eden Project and Lost Gardens of Heligan which were both great. Also nearby to many villages and beaches. there is so much to see in Cornwall that we didn't manage this time, which all felt within reach with a car from the cottage. We felt the village was missing a corner/grocery shop for essentials, but the supermarkets and bakeries in St Austell are close by and straightforward to get to.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephen P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
Lovely cottage. Fantastic location just yards from the harbour, beach and sw coast path.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katie C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming coastal cottage
We loved staying at Mona's Cottage. It was very comfortable with a great dining table for family card games, social living room, nice outdoor courtyard and absolutely great location for exploring Charlestown, taking coastal walks, and visiting nearby sites (Eden Project is a must see). I would definitely book again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sharon
An excellent holiday cottage, very well located in the heart of Charlestown. Carole was a very attentive host offering suggestions for places to eat and visit. We will definitely return next year.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved everything about this place
We had an amazing time here. The cottage itself was perfect, and so was Charlestown. I wish we could have stayed longer. The hosts were very kind and made themselves available if we needed anything. On our last day here my youngest stated that the cottage felt like home. Couldn’t recommend it more!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

John B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Short break in Charlestown
Great time. Great hosts. Great location. Summary - Great. Well located to visit everywhere we wanted and Charlestown was beautiful. Note: make reservations even in off-season. Only got to try 2 restaurants & both..... great.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay
You can't fail to enjoy Charlestown and the surrounding area with this cottage as your base. Really nice place to stay - clean and tidy and plenty of space for the six of us!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca W., Heage

Liked: Cleanliness
Hidden Gem
What a lovely 1800’s built cottage in Charlestown, a hidden picturesque harbour town. The stay at Monas Cottage was fantastic so central for a nice stroll onto the harbour and beach. Fabulous pubs and restaurants. The host was so attentive throughout our break, just a text message away with advice on taxis, eatery’s and general information on the area. Will definitely be back :-)
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Karen H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great base to explore Cornwall.
This is a cute, cozy cottage. It's perfectly located to explore Cornwall. The house is very well appointed. The bathrooms are modern as well as the kitchen. It was perfect for us. The three bedrooms were very good size and had great views of the garden or the ocean. It's a very quiet area of Charlestown. The pizza place down the street was a fun place to hang out and eat. Overall the place was perfect for us. A few things need some attention: new towels and pillows would would be great. The furnishings and carpet in the lounge could do with a refresh. The house is so solidly built you won't hear a thing from the outside or next door and the Wifi is so fast and consistent I was amazed. All-in-all it was a great stay in a fun cottage. Can't wait to return. PS If you want a Sunday roast at the RashleighArms get there early, they sell out fast.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Victoria K.

Liked: Cleanliness
A lovely cottage in the perfect location
We really enjoyed staying in Mona's cottage. The cottage is a good size, very clean, well furnished and nicely decorated. It is in a great location for walking around Charlestown and as a base for exploring the nearby area. Carole was very nice and got back to us on any enquiries we had and kindly provided a high chair and pack and play for our youngest child - lovely hospitality
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

jason E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location to explore the South Cornwall
A well equipped cottage in the quaint Charlestown which is an excellent location to base yourself for exploring the local area. The cottage has two double beds and a room that can be made up for two singles which was cosy but fine for Young adults. The kitchen has all you need to be self sufficient and the dining area can easily seat 6. The cottage is set back on a side road so it is very quiet. Charlestown was great with a good selection of pubs and restaurants, the nearest supermarket was only 5 mins away. Carole was very helpful and left scones on arrival.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Diana B., Lichfield

Liked: Cleanliness
A comfortable, well equipped cottage ideally placed for visiting Cornwall's many attractions.
We loved staying in Mona's cottage. It is ideally located for walking to the harbour, local pubs and restaurants yet tucked away and quiet. It was an easy drive to The Eden Project, Heligan and Fowey as well as the St Austel brewery. The house was clean, warm, comfortable and welcoming. All essential elements for a winter break. It was also extremely well equipped with everything needed for self catering including those essential store cupboard items. So nice to be left milk, tea, coffee biscuits and wine. Carole was extremely helpful in answering our questions and sorting out our needs before our arrival and it was good to be met by her on our arrival. She ensured we were happy with everything before she left. I would certainly like to recommend this cottage and would love to return.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022