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Alice's Cottage, Stands In The Beautiful Kilminorth Woods At Watergate

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A stone house with a garden patio, a wooden fence, and a bench. - Alice's Cottage, Stands In The Beautiful Kilminorth Woods At Watergate (Looe)
A kitchen with light green cabinets, a built-in oven, a sink with a dish rack, and a window with blinds. - Alice's Cottage, Stands In The Beautiful Kilminorth Woods At Watergate (Looe)
A stone building with a traditional design, featuring a pub named "Alice's Cottage" on the ground floor. - Alice's Cottage, Stands In The Beautiful Kilminorth Woods At Watergate (Looe)
A garden with purple flowers and large white domes in the background. - Alice's Cottage, Stands In The Beautiful Kilminorth Woods At Watergate (Looe)
A living room with a fireplace, leather sofa, wooden entertainment unit, and a red rug. - Alice's Cottage, Stands In The Beautiful Kilminorth Woods At Watergate (Looe)
Nestled by the serene West Looe River, Alice's Cottage offers a peaceful retreat at any time of the year. Take a scenic 45-minute walk through Kilminorth Woods to lively Looe town, where you can explore historic buildings and savor fresh seafood from local shops.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Alice's Cottage, Stands In The Beautiful Kilminorth Woods At Watergate

  • Alice's Cottage provides peace and tranquility, a perfect holiday retreat at any time of the year. Just a few steps from the West Looe River with an abundance of wildlife life. There is a pretty 45 minute walk through Kilminorth Woods beside the estuary to the lively town of Looe. Looe has a good selection of small shops in particular an excellent fresh fish shop right by the market on the quay. It has many historic buildings including smugglers pubs and some of Cornwalls finest restaurants. There is a gently shelving child friendly beach and the coast is excellent for sport fishing. A short drive away is picturesque Polperro and excellent sheltered bays at Talland, Lantivert and Lantic. The cottage is beautifully equipped to a high standard. The cottage offers accommodation over two floors and has a mixture of carpeting, slate, tile floors and rugs throughout. The oak beamed lounge has an ancient fireplace with wood burning stove providing cosines on a winter's break. The modern tiled bathroom with electric power shower over bath and has a heated towel rail. The large airy kitchen/dinner has a range of wall and base units, electric cooker, microwave, fridge with ice compartment, washing machine and seating for four.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 9 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the sea
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Garden
  • Local artist showcase
  • Some LED lighting used

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 9 kg per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Cashless transactions are available
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Located in Looe, this cottage is in a rural area and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Cornwall National Landscape and Lantic Bay Beach, while Old Guildhall Museum and Gaol and Stuart House Arts and Heritage Centre are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Polperro Model Village and Kartworld. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and sailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling. Visit our Looe travel guide
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What's nearby

  • A rugged coastline with rocky cliffs and the ocean.
    Cornwall National Landscape
    5 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • A crowded beach with people, a rocky coastline, and buildings on a hill.
    Looe Beach
    11 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Large transparent domes in a lush green landscape with a distant view of a modern building and a bridge.
    Eden Project
    44 min drive - 16.7 miles
  • Hannafore Beach
    13 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • Polperro Harbour
    13 min drive - 4.7 miles

Getting around

  • Looe Station
    7 min drive
  • Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall)
    51 min drive

Restaurants

  • Kelly's
    6 min drive
  • Globe Inn
    7 min drive
  • The Jolly Sailor
    6 min drive
  • Martins Dairy
    6 min drive
  • The Harbour Moon
    6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Alice's Cottage, Stands In The Beautiful Kilminorth Woods At Watergate pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Alice's Cottage, Stands In The Beautiful Kilminorth Woods At Watergate?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Alice's Cottage, Stands In The Beautiful Kilminorth Woods At Watergate?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Alice's Cottage, Stands In The Beautiful Kilminorth Woods At Watergate?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Alice's Cottage, Stands In The Beautiful Kilminorth Woods At Watergate located?

This family-friendly Looe cottage is located by the sea, within 3 mi (5 km) of Cornwall National Landscape, Old Guildhall Museum and Gaol and Looe Beach. Banjo Pier and Hannafore Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Alice's Cottage, Stands In The Beautiful Kilminorth Woods At Watergate Reviews

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Exceptional

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Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 50 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 50 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 50 reviews

9.6

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ian D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing retreat

Our 3rd stay at Alice's cottage was as good as the 1st. We love the rural location with all the wildlife and just a stones throw from the river. The quirkiness of the old cottage is fun with its slanty floor's and stairs. The kitchen is compact but with everything you need at hand. A wonderful peaceful retreat tucked away from the rest of the bustling world! We'll be back again soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Biljana J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A beautiful cottage in the forest

A beautiful cottage in the forest. There is a river right next door and you can go on lovely walks towards Looe. The accommodation is very clean and has everything you need for a stay. We especially liked the kitchen. Communication with the owners was very good. They answered questions immediately. We would book the accommodation again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rhian H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely cottage in a magical location

We had a lovely week in Alice’s cottage. We decided to leave the car at home and travel to Cornwall by train, which was very easy and stress free. With the cottage being only 1.5miles along the estuary to Looe, we had easy access to transport links, coastal walks and pubs and restaurants. Alice’s cottage is cosy and very well equipped for a long stay. The beds were really comfy and little touches like having cooking oil, salt, pepper, herbs and tea bags was much appreciated, especially as we didn’t have a car to drive to the shop.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Natasha W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Gem of a Property

The most outstanding Holiday property we have stayed at. Cosy, Comfortable, Spotlessly clean We recommend to everyone Natasha(Oxfordshire)
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ed P.

Lovely cottage in a beautiful setting

Beautifully equipped cottage, lovely space, Watergate is a lovely peaceful valley, there was no one else around!
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Julia I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay

We had the absolute best time. The cottage is beautiful and in the most quiet, idyllic setting. A perfect break from busy lives. Lots of walks and cosy evenings by the far. We will certainly return ❤️
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paul C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Terrific short break

My wife and I needed a break from our home in south west London and this was idyllic. A delightful property in a gorgeous location a woodland walk away from Looe and we were blessed with good weather throughout. Loved it and wished we’d had more time here.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Emma R.

Hidden gem!

We have just returned from a lovely 2 weeks at Alice's Cottage. The cottage was very comfortable and well equipped, set in a beautiful, peaceful part of Cornwall, near Looe. Enjoyed many an evening sat outside, appreciating the tranquil location, with a glass of bubbly!! Would definitely recommend the river walk from Alice's Cottage into Looe. Thank you for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2017
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A beautiful little cottage

The prettiest little cottage and garden where we spent most evenings. Perfect place to relax and enjoy the beauty of nature. The cottage was so cosy and comfy, everything you could require and more! Owners lovely people with good knowledge of places to visit. Thanks so much Keith and Dawn we had an absolutely amazing time. Xx
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Eileen J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Alice’s Cottage

A cosy little cottage in a beautiful setting. It was exceptionally clean and well equipped and the cream tea on arrival was most welcome. It was an easy walk into Looe through the woods and we did that a few times. We often enjoyed a cuppa in the front garden after a day out or just wandered down to the river to soak up the tranquility. Despite lots of busy days, we came home feeling like we’d actually had a really relaxing week.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Mark T.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Pleasent stay

The stay at the cottage was a perfect location for the stay. Our only criticism was the cottage could do with a spruce up as some of the interior was tired looking from paint missing in the walls the bathroom sink cupboard needs replacing due to water damage, the rugs could do with a good clean. The cottage was quite dark and need the lights on. On a plus side the beds were really comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

J G S.

Pure bliss

We found Alice’s Cottage perfect for a relaxing holiday, it was set in idyllic surroundings, equipped with everything we required and had extremely comfy beds. Pure comfort and quality and impeccably clean throughout. We found it easy to visit many parts of Cornwall and had day trips to Minack Theatre, Land's End, St Ives, Padstow, Port Issac as well as beautiful Looe, Polperro and Talland Bay. Caretaker and owner contactable throughout week and very helpful and accommodating. The owners of the cottage have clearly gone above and beyond to make the cottage a fantastic place to stay. We would definitely return.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Christopher F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Enjoyable stay in a quirky cottage in a great location.

The cottage was big enough for the two of us and our Westie. The layout was odd with the kitchen being on another floor, but maybe we are "nit picking" and it probably had been mentioned in the property listing. The owners supplied wood for the wood burning stove (this was a first for us) and was excellent for the cooler evenings. The location was fantastic and the weather was brilliant. We met the owners who were very friendly and nice people. This was our first time in the Looe area of Cornwall, which we enjoyed, but thought that Looe itself, was "past it's sell by date" and we thought it was scruffy and looked "uncared" for.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karin M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice

Sehr schönes, traditionelles Häuschen, liebevoll und sehr gut ausgestattet.Jedoch sehr ländlich, die Straßen dorthin sind sehr eng.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Timo R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Typisches englisches Cottage in ruhiger Lage

Wir haben unseren Aufenthalt sehr genossen. Das Cottage hat alles was man braucht und ist rundum gemütlich. Man sollte sich bewusst sein, das bei einem Cottage alles etwas enger ist. Dazu passt, dass auch die Zufahrt über eine sehr schmale Straße führt.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Debbie N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Looe holiday

We’ll equipped cottage in a peaceful hamlet with the town a short walk away, thank you.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sabine J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Familienurlaub

Super schön, sauber und romantisch...
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anna A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Stay

Beautiful location next to the woods and river. The cottage was charming and very well equipped. Communication with the owners was excellent. Lovely welcoming touch to leave scones and clotted cream / jam for our arrival.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Alice’s Cottage

A perfect, cosy holiday cottage in the countryside by the river. Very comfy beds and well equipped kitchen. A great base to explore Cornwall. Highly recommended and look forward to returning.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jaspal S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely stay

A very pleasant week at the property. The cottage is delightful and very well furnished with lots of nice touches and the owners have thought of everything (eg bbq, fireplace, high speed internet and anything else you need etc). The location is stunning (right next to the West Looe River) and pleasantly secluded and quiet.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Andrew J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Secluded hideaway in a very tranquil setting

This is a very quaint little cottage in a beautiful setting of extreme tranquility. If you enjoy nature and kayaking/paddle boarding this property is literally a stones throw away from the estuary and it is fun to join others on the water in their adventures. There is a constant sound of a babbling brook which is very relaxing and the garden area seems private despite being on the front of the property. The cottage is well equipped and has everything that you need. Walking to Looe is easy and peaceful by following the estuary along and through a woodland. There is a beached area along the path at low tide which s excellent for spotting deer, foxes and water birds. This cottage is an wonderful retreat if you're looking to get away from absolutely everything. Lantic Bay is an absolute must and is the most beautiful place that we'd ever been to in this county. It's not for the faint hearted though as the roads are extremely narrow, but it would be on our must do list every time. It literally took our breath away with its yachts and crystal blue waters.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sue C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A great stay at Alice’s Cottage

A lovely cottage in a beautiful, peaceful setting. Very clean and comfortable, with everything needed. A great place to explore the area from. Looking forward to a return visit. Many thanks.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gillian C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful House in Gorgeous Setting

We were so happy in this beautiful house which is set in the most gorgeous valley. Dawn and Keith could not have been kinder and the facilities at the house were superb. We couldn’t believe how well we slept and this was due to the wonderful bed and quality bedding. We were treated to the most wonderful scones, cream and jam on arrival and the kitchen is very well equipped if you wish to spend time here! We chose to explore the area and were extremely fortunate to have excellent weather. Alice’s Cottage is spotlessly clean and you couldn’t wish to have nicer people to deal with.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Simone D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect retreat

We had a brilliant stay at Alice's Cottage. The place was immaculate when we arrived and it made us feel very 'safe' in these Covid times. One of the best equipped cottages we have ever stayed in with really good quality bits and pieces. The bedding was wonderful and I had the best week's sleep in ages! The wood burner was cosy and lovely to have on in the evenings. The walk alongside the river to Looe is very pretty and well worth doing as it is right on the doorstep. We feel very lucky to have managed to fit this stay in just before lockdown was announced . Thanks for a wonderful stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ian D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just as good second time around!

This was our second stay at Alice’s cottage and although our first visit was four years ago it was just as good as the first! Very clean and tidy in a wonderful setting just a few short steps from the river. Super quiet with the exception of the noisy owl late at night and the other birds during the day. A huge thanks for the tasty treats left for our arrival they went down wonderfully well that evening in front of the roaring fire. Overall Alice’s Cottage is a wonderful retreat from the everyday humdrum of modern life with its quirky stairs and sloping floors. It sits nestled in quiet and beautiful surroundings just a stones throw from a gorgeous Coastline. We will be back and will most definitely recommend to anyone wanting to stay in that area. Thanks again to Dawn and Keith for another super holiday.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020