Almond Cottage

Hayle, Cornwall

This restored 19th-century home less than 5- minutes’ drive from the beach is both elegant and comfortable, with beautiful vintage furnishings and a fabulous private garden

2 nights from £674 Book Now

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Overview
Things to Know
Rooms
Availability
Location
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key features

Within 1km From Beach

Wi-Fi

Pets Accepted

Parking

Enclosed Garden

Garden/backyard

Woodburner / Open Fire

Patio/balcony

Children Welcome

Near Coast Path

Freestanding Bath

Family Friendly

Bathtub

Washing Machine

Tumble Dryer

Dishwasher

Cot Available

Stair Gates

Coffee Machine

Near A Golf Course

Hair Dryer

Microwave

Refrigerator

Oven

Iron

Decorated For Christmas

Bathtub in bedroom

Overview

Dating back to 1873, Almond cottage has been sympathetically renovated; furnished almost entirely with reclaimed, restored and reimagined pieces. With plenty of space for relaxation both inside and out as well as a range of modern amenities, the cottage is perfectly suited to coastal getaways with family and friends.

Designed with comfort in mind, every bed in the home has been chosen to offer a restful night’s sleep, from the lovely vintage super king that converts into two singles, to the decadent French linen-upholstered adult-sized bunk beds. The master bedroom ups the indulgence with its William Holland copper bateau bath, while the upstairs bathroom flaunts a nickel slipper tub and luxury toiletries. A wet room downstairs offers guests a convenient way to quickly de-sand after a day spent down on the beach.

Chic and well-equipped, the kitchen has a range cooker, underfloor heating and reclaimed marble worktops, with a cosy table and window bench for convivial breakfasts. The living room feels plush and welcoming, and in colder months, the open fire sets the scene for cosy evenings curled up on the sofa. When the weather’s warm and sunny, there’s the beautifully landscaped garden to unwind in. A terraced seating area with built-in benches offers a calming space for evening drinks, while suppers can be shared round the outdoor dining table, or inside in the dining area.

Almond Cottage’s location couldn’t be better—just a 5-minute wander from the subtropical gardens of the King George V Memorial Walk and the Hayle Estuary. A short 10-minute drive brings you to the golden surfing beaches of Gwithian. Much of this rugged stretch of coastline is dog-friendly year-round, making it a favourite for salty-aired strolls with four-legged companions.

Tucked beside a broad estuary, the town of Hayle is a small but vibrant place with deep historic roots, and was once the world’s most vital mining port, earning UNESCO World Heritage status in 2006. Hayle Beach begins at the estuary’s mouth - an internationally recognised birdwatching site - and stretches out towards Godrevy Lighthouse. Criss-crossed by cliff-top trails and panoramic sea views, Hayle was Cornwall’s first town to be awarded the ‘Walkers Are Welcome’ badge so those who enjoy exploring on foot will have an abundance of routes to choose from.

The town itself buzzes with cafés, restaurants, and supermarkets, while the family-friendly Paradise Park wildlife sanctuary offers days out for families. The newly built North Quay development has stylish eateries overlooking the water, and boutique shops to peruse. Hayle is also a perfect base for wider adventures like the Eden Project and Land’s End. Just across the bay lies St Ives, home to the world-class Tate gallery and golden beaches, while the charming Mousehole, Marazion and St Michaels Mount, and Porthleven are just a short car trip away.

Things to know

Check in time: 16.00
Check out time: 10.00
Good Housekeeping Bond or Accidental Damage Waiver: We ask our guests for a £200 Good Housekeeping Bond, pre-authorised against your credit card. This is in case there is any damage to the property during your stay. The money is simply reserved and then released afterward if there is no damage. We will contact you nearer the time of your arrival to arrange this. 
Alternatively, a one-off, non-refundable Accidental Damage Waiver of £30 can be added to your booking to replace the Good Housekeeping Bond and can be added as an extra when processing your booking.
Pets: 3 pets allowed. £40 per pet, per week, in line with our house rules we do ask that pets are not left alone in the property, do not use the furniture or go in the upstairs/bedroom areas
Number of steps: 3 steps to the front door, one flight of stairs to the first floor landing, all bedrooms are accessed via two staircases off the first-floor landing
Type of heating: Gas central heating
Linen & Towels: Bed linen is provided for your stay, however, if you require use of the travel cot you will need to bring your own cot linen. Each guest will be supplied with one hand towel and one bath towel for their stay. (If your holiday is longer than 10 days, please contact the Luxury Coastal team to discuss a mid-stay linen change)
Travel cot: Located inside the property for guest use
Wi-Fi: This property offers free Wi-Fi for guests. In a recent speed test, the download speed was recorded at 7.54mbps and the upload speed 6.38mbps, as with all Wi-Fi networks we are unable to guarantee speed and connectivity.
Wood Burner: Located in the living area, a starter pack of logs and firelighters are provided
Coffee Machine: DeLonghi Dolce Gusto Genio S Touch Automatic Pod Coffee Machine. A starter pack of Dolce Gusto pods are provided.
Smoking: All of our properties are non-smoking and we ask that any party member who smokes, do so off the premises
Additional information: There are a couple of steep steps in garden

Room Information

Living
Guests will enter through the back entrance on arrival at the property

Living Room
Sumptuous and inviting, the living room has plenty of seating for eight with chairs and a large L-shaped sofa, a Smart TV (Freeview) and Xbox that also plays DVDs. There’s a coffee table, fireplace and bookshelves

*A starter pack of logs and firelighters are provided
Kitchen & Dining
Kitchen
A large, well-equipped kitchen with a gas range cooker, microwave, toaster, kettle, dishwasher, Smeg fridge freezer, and Delonghi Dolce Gusto pod coffee machine. A table and window bench seat up to eight. Shelves are stocked with pots, pans, cutlery, and plates

*A starter pack of Dolce Gusto pods are provided

Dining Area
Set to the side of the living room, the dining area features an extendable antique French table with seating for eight

Utility Room
Located on the ground floor with outside access, the utility has a ceramic sink, washing machine, tumble dryer, vacuum, iron, and ironing board
Bedrooms
All bedrooms are accessed via two staircases off the first-floor landing

Bedroom One (Master)
A lovely room with a king-size bed. Features include a luxury cashmere mattress and a beautiful copper freestanding bath which rests on a plinth at the far side of the room
Bedside tables, reading lamps, a wardrobe, and a chair

Bedroom Two
The second large bedroom features an ornate vintage super king size French bed, (which can be split into two singles on request) and 12 inch memory foam mattresses. Vintage silk curtains frame the window
Bedside tables with lamps, mirror, an occasional chair, and wardrobe

Bedroom Three
A romantic double room with a vintage-style metal bed and memory foam mattress. Furnished with bedside tables, a lamp, chest of drawers, mirror, and wardrobe

*A hairdryer is provided

Bedroom Four
A stylish room with full-size upholstered bunk beds, vintage details, a floor-to-ceiling window, set of drawers, chair, and an open wardrobe
Bathrooms
Bathroom One (Upstairs)
This bathroom features double sinks, a free-standing nickel slipper bath with rain shower over, WC, cabinet, mirror, and heated towel rail

Bathroom Two (Downstairs)
Located off the utility room with a large shower, traditional high-level WC, basin, cabinet, mirror, shaving point, and heated towel rail

Master Bedroom Bath
The master bedroom also has a free-standing copper bath and heated towel rail for added luxury
Outside
The outdoor spaces at the property are fabulous and include gardens to the front and back with grassed lawns. There’s a roofed pergola area for all-weather dining with a table and seating for eight, terraced garden seating, and another area with a luxury rattan semi-circular set with cushions
Parking
Parking for two small cars or one large vehicle on the private drive at the back of the property, with street parking available in the area on a first-come first-served basis

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Good Housekeeping Bond or Accidental Damage Waiver

We ask our guests for a £200 Good Housekeeping Bond, pre-authorised against your credit card. This is in case there is any damage to the property during your stay. The money is simply reserved and then released afterward if there is no damage. We will contact you nearer the time of your arrival to arrange this. 

Alternatively, a one-off, non-refundable Accidental Damage Waiver of £30 can be added to your booking to replace the Good Housekeeping Bond and can be added as an extra when processing your booking.

Welcome to Hayle

Situated on an estuary along the coast of West Cornwall, Hayle is also perfectly positioned along the South West Coast Path between St Ives and Portreath, and is surrounded by wonderful sea views, beautiful landscape and rich bird life.

More about Hayle

Reviews

Overall Rating - 4.1

A great stay in a fantastic location
4/5

We had a wonderful stay at Almond Cottage. We loved the lay-out of the house. There was ample space for all of us (2 families totalling 7 adults) and it was situated in a great area close to beautiful beaches, good restaurants, quirky pubs and of course the obligatory pasty shops and ice-cream parlours. A great base for exploring this part of Cornwall.

Deborah, 05 Sep 2026

October Half Term
4.2/5

Had a lovely stay over the October Half Term. Such a lovely property and so much detail in the decor. I would highly recommend Almond Cottage.

Gareth, 13 Nov 2025

Hello Gareth, Thank you so much for leaving us your review. We are delighted to hear that you had a lovely stay at Almond Cottage, this is great news. We hope to welcome you back for another stay! Best wishes, The Luxury Coastal Team.

Indigo- Luxury Coastal