Glebe Cottage, Little Petherick, near Padstow | House in Little Petherick

Glebe Cottage, originally built in 1901, has been transformed into a luxurious retreat, offering an blend of historic charm and modern comfort. This stunning property accommodates up to 8 guests, plus 2 infants, across 4 lavishly appointed ensuite bedrooms.
The heart of Glebe Cottage is its spacious living area, adorned with elegant furnishings and featuring a welcoming log burner that adds a cosy ambiance, perfect for unwinding after a day of exploration.
Nestled amidst the tranquil and picturesque landscape of Little Petherick, the cottage offers serene countryside views and a sense of seclusion, while still being conveniently located just a 3-mile walk from the bustling town of Padstow.
Ideal for families, the cottage boasts a large garden and private patio, inviting guests to soak in the natural beauty of the surroundings. With ample space for parking, accommodating up to 3 cars on the private drive, and a bus stop conveniently located just 50 yards away, accessing the nearby attractions is effortless.
Whether you're seeking relaxation or adventure, Glebe Cottage provides the perfect base for exploring the breath-taking North coast and creating cherished memories with your loved ones.
HIGHLIGHTS:
** Large open plan living area with wood burner
** Sleeps 8 in 4 spacious bedrooms & 4 ensuites (plus 2 cot beds for infants)
** Private parking for 3 cars
** Large sunny patio and enclosed garden
** Perfect location to explore the 7 bays and Padstow area
** Fast, reliable WIFI in every room
** Smart TVs in Lounge and Master bedroom
** Relaxing countryside views
** Well-equipped and comfortable family home
** Charming period features
** Extra housekeeping available on request
** Well behaved dogs allowed (max 2 large, 3 medium)
** Ideal retreat for families, groups of foodies, walkers, golfers and surfers
GROUND FLOOR:
This traditional Cornish stone cottage has a generous open plan layout, which creates the ideal space for socialising and an opportunity for everyone to come together, yet there is enough space to be apart.
The lounge and dining room share a cosy double fronted wood burning stove and stunning feature stone fireplace.
There is a dining table to seat 8, and the country kitchen is well equipped with everything you could possibly need for dining at home. Includes a rangemaster oven, dishwasher, microwave, toaster, coffee machine (takes e.s.e. pods) and American style fridge freezer with ice machine.
There is also a downstairs cloakroom.
FIRST FLOOR:
On this floor there is the master bedroom with superking bed. It has a stunning en-suite bathroom with walk-in shower and luxurious freestanding slipper bath.
Opposite the master is another bedroom with two single beds, and an en-suite shower room.
SECOND FLOOR:
As you climb the second set of stairs, you arrive at a viewing area with full height vaulted window. From here you can enjoy views of the surrounding countryside and glorious Cornish sunsets.
On one side of the landing, there is a bedroom with a kingsize bed, exposed beams and full height ceiling. It has an en-suite shower room. To the opposite side of the landing there is a bedroom with two single beds. This room also has exposed beams, full height ceilings and a stunning window sill made form local Delabole slate. This room also has an en-suite shower room.
OUTSIDE:
The large private driveway can accomodate 3 cars.
The enclosed garden has a private South facing patio, perfect for outdoor dining and relaxing on the sun loungers. The lawn gently falls away to the fields beyond and is the perfect spot in the warm Cornish evenings. There is also a BBQ, fire-pit, outdoor furntiture with cushions and umbrella.
There is an outdoor tap to wash off your wetsuits, and an outbuilding with washing machine, tumble dryer and room to securely store bikes, golf clubs or surf boards away.
And when the sun finally goes down, it's the perfect place for stargazing - the night sky has thousands more visible stars.
THE LOCATION:
Little Petherick is a small village located in a green valley between Padstow and Wadebridge. With its historic 14th century church and old granite cottages, this is a distinctly Cornish village and a great base for a holiday in North Cornwall. The Saints Way walking path passes through, and follows Little Petherick Creek into Padstow. The Old Mill Bistro serves delicious food and is just a short walk away.
The town of Padstow is an immensely popular harbour town and is a firm favourite with visitors, with much to offer. Padstow is an historic fishing port with a maze of picturesque narrow streets of stone, colour-washed and slate cottages and a pretty working harbour. Its a great place for people watching, grabbing a proper pasty, or you can try your luck with a spot of crabbing from the quayside.
There are many activities to enjoy in this area, such as regular boat trips, scenic walks along beautiful coastal paths, crazy golf or even a spot of fishing. You can also take the foot ferry to Rock and enjoy a walk along Daymer Bay, or climb to the top of Brea Hill to take in the stunning views.
If you prefer you can also just chill out, look around the shops and art galleries, or treat your taste buds in the fantastic range of eateries. In recent years, Padstow has gained a reputation as a foodie’s heaven, with many excellent restaurants, cafes and pubs. The rise of celebrity chefs such as Rick Stein and Paul Ainsworth has helped this along.
The "7 bays for 7 days" area is perfect for a "bucket and spade" family friendly holiday. The Seven Bays are Porthcothan Bay (nearest to Newquay), Treyarnon, Constantine Bay, Booby's Bay, Mother Ivey's Bay, Harlyn and then Trevone Bay (which is nearest to Padstow). Don't miss Harlyn Surf School who offer paddleboarding, coasteering, kayaking as well as surfing and equipment hire.
Besides the glorious bays, there are many rural and coastal walks, along the beaches and through the fields. The Coastal Path winds its way along the cliff tops and through the countryside. As well as the stunning views, there are many other treats including Trevose Head peninsula with its championship golf course and lighthouse.
The Camel Trail is a traffic free route following the old railway track between Padstow, Wadebridge and Bodmin, and is much loved by walkers and cyclists (bikes may be hired at Padstow or Wadebridge). The terrain is mostly level and offers a variety of paths of varying distance, meaning that whatever your age, or ability, everyone will enjoy the ride, The path winds its way alongside the riverbank through this Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty with its abundant wildlife.
GENERAL POINTS:
Bed linen and towels provided. Please bring your own beach towels. Superfast Wi-Fi in every room. Smart TV in Lounge and Master bedroom. Double fronted woodburner in lounge and dining room (a basket of logs included in the rental).
Guests have access to all parts of the house and garden.
We have a very small annex in a separate part of the garden, so you may occassionally see us passing through.
Nearby: Padstow 2 miles, Trevone Beach 3 miles, Harlyn Beach 4 miles, Constantine Beach 5 miles
Golf: Trevose 5 miles, Treloy 11 miles, St Enodoc 12 miles
Food: Rick Steins and Paul Ainsworth Padstow 3 miles, Prawn on the Farm 3 miles, Pickwick Inn 2 miles, Malcolm Barnecutts in St Merryn 4 miles (great bakery), Cornish Arms 4 miles
Nearest supermarket: Small Tesco 2 miles, Large Tesco, Aldi & Lidl all 4 miles. Supermarkets deliver to the Cottage including Waitrose and Sainsburys.
Pets: Up to 3 medium or 2 large well behaved dogs are allowed. Please no dogs in the bedrooms.

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Glebe Cottage, Little Petherick, near Padstow has 4 Bedrooms , 4 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 10 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Little Petherick has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Little Petherick, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.