The Cowshed

The Cowshed is a showstopping cottage in Portscatho, Cornwall, with parking, dog-friendly credentials, and an open-plan living space that makes an immediate impression. From the moment you step inside, the interiors feel effortlessly stylish, with a boutique-hotel polish that suits big family gatherings and groups keen to spend quality time together. The heart of the home is the generous open-plan room, where the kitchen, dining area and sitting space flow together for sociable days and laid-back evenings. Pull up a stool at the breakfast bar to chat while dinner comes together, then gather around the dining table for long meals and lively conversation. As the light fades, the woodburning stove becomes the natural focal point; perfect for lingering over a film or planning the next day’s adventures.

When the Cornish sun is shining, the outdoor space invites everyone to drift outside with a drink in hand. Settle on the patio for unhurried lunches and easy-going barbecues with a beautiful outdoor dining area with stunning views and Weber barbecue, and luxury outdoor seating area with fire pit and sun loungers, and a private rear garden with hammock. Or simply wander into the communal gardens for a change of scene. With flexible sleeping arrangements across four bedrooms including a feature mezzanine double and two doubles with en-suite. There’s space for everyone to claim their own corner, while the twin room is ideal for younger guests or friends travelling together.

Portscatho’s beach is close by, and the Roseland Peninsula is made for exploring at your own pace, whether you’re walking, cycling, or seeking out those quieter coves and hidden stretches of sand. Kayaks, paddle boards and dinghies for hire just down the road on the peaceful Percuil river. For a change of backdrop, spend time in Portscatho, where sea air and shoreline strolls set the tone, then hop over to St Mawes to admire St Mawes harbour and soak up the coastal atmosphere. Surrounded by open countryside with stunning views over St Mawes and The Lizard peninsula. A short walk to the highly rated gastropub The Standard Inn. With four stunning sandy beaches and the south west coast path within a short walk, including Porthcurnick beach with the famous Hidden Hut tucked just behind.

Beyond that, the wider Roseland Peninsula offers scenic routes along the Heritage Coast and plenty of opportunities for classic Cornish day trips. However you choose to spend your time, The Cowshed in Portscatho, Cornwall sets the scene for a memorable escape.