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Falmouth, Cornwall

Durgan Quay Cottage

The exterior of Durgan Quay and Beach Cottages, Cornwall
The exterior of Durgan Quay and Beach Cottages, Cornwall | © National Trust / James Dobson
The kitchen and dining area of Durgan Quay Cottage, Cornwall
Outdoor eating area at Durgan Quay Cottage, Cornwall

Durgan Quay Cottage

Just metres from the water’s edge, you’ll be guaranteed a room with a view in this stone cottage.

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The kitchen and dining area of Durgan Quay Cottage, Cornwall
Outdoor eating area at Durgan Quay Cottage, Cornwall
The exterior of Durgan Quay and Beach Cottages, Cornwall
The kitchen and dining area at Durgan Quay Cottage, Cornwall
The sitting room at Durgan Quay Cottage, Cornwall
The double bedroom at Durgan Quay Cottage, Cornwall
The single bedroom at Durgan Quay Cottage
The surrounding area of Durgan Quay and Beach Cottages, Cornwall
View from a window at Durgan Quay Cottage, Cornwall
The outdoor area of Durgan Quay Cottage, Cornwall
The surrounding area of Durgan Quay Cottage, Cornwall

© National Trust / Mike Henton

Just metres from the water’s edge, you’ll be guaranteed a room with a view in this stone cottage.

At a glance

Guests
3
Bedrooms
2
Number of dogs welcome
0
Reference
011025
Acorn rating

About Durgan Quay Cottage

It’s hard to imagine a position more perfect for a holiday cottage; with the waves gently crashing below the front garden and views extending over the Helford River. The cottage itself is aesthetically perfect too, with an 18th-century stone and slate exterior, small dormer windows and a bright rustic interior. Step inside and you’ll immediately be greeted with beamed ceilings, slate floors and a cosy log-burner. 

Durgan Quay Cottage sits at the edge of Durgan village, with only a handful of cottages around. Sheltered from Atlantic gales, you’ll have the benefit of being in one of the mildest corners of the country, with a south-facing beach just outside your door. 

The South West Coast Path runs through the village, offering links to vast stretches of coastline. Head east from Durgan along the river and out to Falmouth bay. Head west from Durgan along the Helford Passage, where a passenger ferry runs across the river to the idyllic Helford village and the Lizard peninsula. 

Durgan Beach Cottage (sleeps three), Durgan Old School House (sleeps four) and Durgan Wood Cottage (sleeps two) are nearby. They can be booked together.

Features and facilities

  • Wi-Fi, available
  • Garden, available
  • EV charging, not available
  • Fridge, available
  • Freezer, available
  • Microwave, available
  • Open fire / wood burner, available
  • Television, available
  • DVD, available
  • Washing machine, available
  • Dishwasher, available
  • Tumble dryer, available
  • BBQ, not available
  • Cot & high chair, available

Location

Accessibility

Find information in the Accessibility Guide. Accessibility questions? Email holiday.enquiries@nationaltrust.org.uk or call us on 0344 800 2070.

Read our accessibility guide 

Layout

Ground floor layout

Open-plan kitchen/dining/sitting room with multi fuel stove, cloakroom with lavatory.

First floor layout

Two bedrooms, one double, one single. Double bed can be configured into a twin. Bathroom with shower over bath.

More information

Heating: Night storage heating included.

Parking: Designated parking space for one vehicle.

Garden: Small shared garden to the front of the cottage.

Please note: The sea wall in the garden of the cottage is only 70cm high on the garden side with a considerable drop beyond.  Children should be supervised at all times in this area.

Barbecues: Barbecues are not permitted at this cottage.

Telephone: Limited reception for mobile telephones. 

*WiFi: This is now available, but please note that intermittent connection problems can sometimes occur and should not be relied upon. We are pleased to provide free WiFi at this cottage which is supported by BT.

Logs: A starter supply of seasoned logs, fire lighters and kindling will be provided free of charge from 1st July 2019. Guests will need to source any additional logs elsewhere.

Please note: The annual Durgan Regatta takes place in the village on the Sunday of the August Bank Holiday. This involves flags on both quays, loudspeakers and lots of people partying outside Quay, Beach and Old School House cottages.

Please be aware the Helford River beach at Durgan is not a designated beach for bathing.

Offers: While you’re with us, you’ll benefit from free entry to National Trust properties upon presentation of your booking confirmation.

Guests will enjoy 10% off in National Trust shops for the duration of their stay.

Book together...

There are four holiday cottages in and around Durgan, with room for up to 12 guests.

The sitting and dining room at Durgan Beach Cottage

Durgan Beach Cottage 

A traditional stone cottage just a few metres from the shores of the Helford Estuary. Sleeps three.

The exterior of The Old School House, Durgan, Falmouth, Cornwall

Durgan Old School House 

Victorian school turned beachside retreat, full of original features and sea-view windows. Sleeps four.

The exterior of Durgan Wood Cottage, Cornwall

Durgan Wood Cottage 

A timber-built thatched cottage nestled among the trees with views over the Helford River. Sleeps two, dog-friendly.

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