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The Watchtower at Western Watch
Pendeen - Cottage
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Welcome to The Watchtower at Western Watch in Pendeen, Cornwall. This charming holiday property is a small and unique watchtower, perfect for two guests seeking a memorable getaway. The Watchtower offers breath-taking panoramic views of the surrounding fields towards the sea, and the iconic Pendeen Lighthouse.
Originally a single-storey granite barn predating the main house, this historic structure underwent a remarkable transformation thanks to the ingenuity of William Waters, a local man who served as a ship's radio operator during the Second World War. Mr. Waters, with his access to nearby shipyards, skilfully incorporated authentic maritime elements such as portholes, railings, and various ship parts, creating an enchanting atmosphere reminiscent of a seafaring vessel.
During his time in The Watchtower, Mr. Waters amassed an impressive collection of early radios, including some of the pioneering Marconi models. These radios, along with his extensive collection, are now housed in a museum in Suffolk, preserving his legacy and contribution to maritime history. Step back in time as you explore this unique space, where history and maritime nostalgia intertwine.
Ideal for up to two guests, step inside to discover the open plan living area with self-catering kitchenette facilities, including fridge-freezer, countertop double hob, kettle, combi microwave, conventional oven and grill and toaster. The ground floor bathroom includes an electric shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC.
Head up the staircase to the upper floor, with double bed and original low beams (watch your head!), where you can head out through the ‘hatch’ and onto the The Lookout to enjoy the far-reaching views across the Cornish coast. Guests can enjoy a morning coffee on the sofa inside or evening glass of wine on the wraparound balcony. The Lookout can also be accessed via an external spiral staircase, and leads back down to the garden, including an outdoor seating area, two large areas of gardens both enjoying spectacular sea views. Although the garden is enclosed, guests are responsible for ensuring dogs remain supervised at all times.
The white lighthouse of Pendeen Watch is an easy downhill mile away for walkers and from there it's just 10 minutes' walk down a track to the sandy inlet of Beach Cove, which is good for swimming. A further 15 minute walk along the coast path will take you to the hidden beach of Portheras Cove, which was recently voted ‘Best Secret Beach’ by The Times newspaper. Intrepid adventurers can reach Portheras in around 20 minutes via the more challenging track behind the house.
In more recent years, The Watchtower became the art studio of Cornish painter and printmaker Angela Annesley. As you wander through the tower, you'll have the opportunity to admire Angela's artworks on display. As a guest, you'll enjoy exclusive access to Angela's collection, with the chance to purchase any of the pieces at discounted prices. For a broader selection of her work, you can visit her website at www.angelaannesley.co.uk.
Please be aware when booking:
- The traditional stairs are open tread and may not be suitable for those with reduced mobility. Due to the layout, the stairs are open on the top floor.
- The bedroom has sloped ceilings and reduced head height
- Sorry we cannot accept children at this home
- Although a BBQ is not included, you are able to bring along your own.
- One well behaved dog is welcome to stay at The Watchtower.
- A second property can also be booked on site for an additional six guests and can be found under Western Watch.
Whether you're seeking a peaceful getaway or an artistic escape, The Watchtower at Western Watch promises an unforgettable holiday experience. Book now with Finest Retreats
Originally a single-storey granite barn predating the main house, this historic structure underwent a remarkable transformation thanks to the ingenuity of William Waters, a local man who served as a ship's radio operator during the Second World War. Mr. Waters, with his access to nearby shipyards, skilfully incorporated authentic maritime elements such as portholes, railings, and various ship parts, creating an enchanting atmosphere reminiscent of a seafaring vessel.
During his time in The Watchtower, Mr. Waters amassed an impressive collection of early radios, including some of the pioneering Marconi models. These radios, along with his extensive collection, are now housed in a museum in Suffolk, preserving his legacy and contribution to maritime history. Step back in time as you explore this unique space, where history and maritime nostalgia intertwine.
Ideal for up to two guests, step inside to discover the open plan living area with self-catering kitchenette facilities, including fridge-freezer, countertop double hob, kettle, combi microwave, conventional oven and grill and toaster. The ground floor bathroom includes an electric shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC.
Head up the staircase to the upper floor, with double bed and original low beams (watch your head!), where you can head out through the ‘hatch’ and onto the The Lookout to enjoy the far-reaching views across the Cornish coast. Guests can enjoy a morning coffee on the sofa inside or evening glass of wine on the wraparound balcony. The Lookout can also be accessed via an external spiral staircase, and leads back down to the garden, including an outdoor seating area, two large areas of gardens both enjoying spectacular sea views. Although the garden is enclosed, guests are responsible for ensuring dogs remain supervised at all times.
The white lighthouse of Pendeen Watch is an easy downhill mile away for walkers and from there it's just 10 minutes' walk down a track to the sandy inlet of Beach Cove, which is good for swimming. A further 15 minute walk along the coast path will take you to the hidden beach of Portheras Cove, which was recently voted ‘Best Secret Beach’ by The Times newspaper. Intrepid adventurers can reach Portheras in around 20 minutes via the more challenging track behind the house.
In more recent years, The Watchtower became the art studio of Cornish painter and printmaker Angela Annesley. As you wander through the tower, you'll have the opportunity to admire Angela's artworks on display. As a guest, you'll enjoy exclusive access to Angela's collection, with the chance to purchase any of the pieces at discounted prices. For a broader selection of her work, you can visit her website at www.angelaannesley.co.uk.
Please be aware when booking:
- The traditional stairs are open tread and may not be suitable for those with reduced mobility. Due to the layout, the stairs are open on the top floor.
- The bedroom has sloped ceilings and reduced head height
- Sorry we cannot accept children at this home
- Although a BBQ is not included, you are able to bring along your own.
- One well behaved dog is welcome to stay at The Watchtower.
- A second property can also be booked on site for an additional six guests and can be found under Western Watch.
Whether you're seeking a peaceful getaway or an artistic escape, The Watchtower at Western Watch promises an unforgettable holiday experience. Book now with Finest Retreats
Special features
Pet-friendly
Internet
Parking
Garden
Bedroom(s)
1 Double bed
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Microwave
Freezer
Dishes/Cutlery
Kitchen utensils
Toaster
Kettle
Bathroom(s)
1 Bathroom with shower
Hair dryer
General
Garden
Garden furniture
Fenced garden
Terrace
Iron
Internet
Internet
Wi-Fi
Hair dryer
Balcony
75 m² Property
Pet-friendly
Pet-friendly
Dangerous breed dogs not allowed
Central heating
Open-air parking the same building
Ocean view
Private entrance
Carbon monoxide detector
Fire extinguisher
Smoke detector
First aid kit
Ironing board
Distribution of bedrooms
1 Double bed
Mandatory or included services
Bed linen: Included
Booking Fee: US$39.35 /booking
Final Cleaning: Included
Heating: Included
Internet Access: Included
Open-air parking: Included
Towels: Included
Optional services
Accidental damage cover: US$19.67 /booking
Accidental damage cover
Choose to cover yourself for any amounts charged to your security deposit for accidental damage during your stay. Please note this does not cover malicious damage. By taking out this policy the security deposit will not apply and will not be charged to your card.
Pet: Included
Your schedule
Check-in from 16:00 to 20:00 Every day
Check-outBefore 10:00
Security Deposit (refundable)
Amount: US$196.74 /booking
Payment method: Credit Card Hold
With the last payment.
Comments
- No smoking
- Animals are admitted to this accommodation, except for dangerous animals.
- Animals are admitted to this accommodation, except for dangerous animals.
Booking conditions
From the booking date until 15 days before check-in, there is no cancellation penalty
Cancellation policies
In case of cancellation the following charges will apply
From the booking date until 15 days before check-in
0% of the total rent
From 14 days before until check-in
100% of the total rent
No-show
100% of the total rent
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Reviews
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- 5/5Accommodation
- 5/5Location
- 5/5Value for money
Perfect mindful cottage with sea view
Nicole (United Kingdom)
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Beautiful cottage with such a fun and interesting design and the most incredible views of the ocean (with stunning sunsets). Everything I needed on a working trip, including quiet and a comfortable bed. I could have sat in the Watchtower room til thesee more
Beautiful cottage with such a fun and interesting design and the most incredible views of the ocean (with stunning sunsets). Everything I needed on a working trip, including quiet and a comfortable bed. I could have sat in the Watchtower room til the end of days.
The access to the coastline and footpaths was ideal to wind down at the end of the day, too. And I loved the decor, especially the beautiful artwork. Owners left me to privacy but were quick to respond to texts when I had any queries. Excellent! I’d recommended to anyone looking for a bit of peace in a rural setting. |
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Hey Nicole,
It's lovely to hear how amazing your stay was at The Watchtower. It really warms our hearts to know guests are having an amazing time. I am glad the inside of the property was so beautiful it tempted you to stay for eternity. I can alsosee more
Hey Nicole,
It's lovely to hear how amazing your stay was at The Watchtower. It really warms our hearts to know guests are having an amazing time. I am glad the inside of the property was so beautiful it tempted you to stay for eternity. I can also understand how the magnificent coastline is more than enough to pry you from the lovely property. Thank you for your kind words and we hope to see you again in the future! |
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Fabulous location - within walking distance of the coast, the coast path and near to local shop.
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Well placed for exploring West Cornwall. Accommodation was clean and well equipped. The upstairs bedroom is under the eaves so is not so easy for people with mobility issues. The room off this, with all round sea views, is delightful.
Well placed for exploring West Cornwall. Accommodation was clean and well equipped. The upstairs bedroom is under the eaves so is not so easy for people with mobility issues. The room off this, with all round sea views, is delightful.
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Unusual quirky place - perfect for what I needed
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Lovely quirky place. Had everything I needed for a tranquil few days in half term with my dog, my books and my paints. So many lovely places a short distance away so very pleased to be able to walk, photograph lots of beaches then cosee more
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Lovely quirky place. Had everything I needed for a tranquil few days in half term with my dog, my books and my paints. So many lovely places a short distance away so very pleased to be able to walk, photograph lots of beaches then come back to a warm cosy house. The house is well-equipped although I found the lack of tv made it very quiet. I overcame this by using the radio app on my phone. Bed was super comfy!! |
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The shower didn’t work when I arrived so I had to go without until day 2. It would have been handy if the switch had been mentioned in the welcome book. When it went on there was really not much power just a small tricklewater and not very warm. It wsee more
The shower didn’t work when I arrived so I had to go without until day 2. It would have been handy if the switch had been mentioned in the welcome book. When it went on there was really not much power just a small tricklewater and not very warm. It was manageable though.
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Hi Becca,
So glad to hear you had a lovely time and it was everything you needed! Sounds like a lovely stay with your paints & books just what we need from time to time. We are sorry to hear about the shower I have passed this over to the team to losee more
Hi Becca,
So glad to hear you had a lovely time and it was everything you needed! Sounds like a lovely stay with your paints & books just what we need from time to time. We are sorry to hear about the shower I have passed this over to the team to look into further. Best Wishes, Finest Retreats |
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Wunderbares Haus mit charmanten Details
Fabian (Germany)
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Die Unterkunft hat einen großen Charme, war an alle Bedürfnisse ausgerichtet, passte hervorragend in die Cornische Natur und war schön eingerichtet und gemütlich. Nach langen teils regnerischen Wanderungen freuten wir uns wieder im Watchtower anzukomsee more
Die Unterkunft hat einen großen Charme, war an alle Bedürfnisse ausgerichtet, passte hervorragend in die Cornische Natur und war schön eingerichtet und gemütlich. Nach langen teils regnerischen Wanderungen freuten wir uns wieder im Watchtower anzukommen.
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Perfect holiday!
Helen (United Kingdom)
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Such a lovely stay, great location and the barn is kitted out perfectly. Would definitely
Such a lovely stay, great location and the barn is kitted out perfectly. Would definitely
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Functional and good location
Joanne (United Kingdom)
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o flexibility on an early check in. We arrived earlier than planned as we didn't know what traffic would be like. We arrived and the cleaner was busy sorting everything out as we expected. Cleaner said the property would be ready in an hour so we see more
o flexibility on an early check in. We arrived earlier than planned as we didn't know what traffic would be like. We arrived and the cleaner was busy sorting everything out as we expected. Cleaner said the property would be ready in an hour so we went for a walk and left her to it. Arrive an hour later. Cleaner gone. Property locked. We walked up the drive, ready to sleep as we were both exhausted. The owner stopped us and refused us entry. She made us sit on the drive to wait until 4pm, despite a long journey, the heat (heatwave week) and the property being ready and locked. A little while later, we knocked on to ask for some water and no reply. Not the most welcoming start. The property doesn't feel very private being so close to the owners' house. It isn't sectioned off in away to afford you privacy. The bedroom is not ideal as you can only stand up in the middle. We had a great week but I wouldn't book again sadly.
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Loved staying here
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This was a lovely place for a getaway, perfect location and stunning views from the lookout room, we really enjoyed our stay here.
This was a lovely place for a getaway, perfect location and stunning views from the lookout room, we really enjoyed our stay here.
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Mary 07 Jun - 11 Jun 2024 BOOKING Review published on booking.com 14 Jun 2024. Accommodation The Watchtower at Western Watch Review status Published Publication date 14 Jun 2024 Review creation date 14 Jun 2024 General rating 9 Service 10 Cleanliness 7.5 Accommodation 7.5 Location 10 Value for money 7.5 Comfort 7.5 Review title We loved this property for its quirky craziness, views and cosiness.
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Quirky, warm, unusual property. Easy access and parking. Great for coast path walking and local shop for necessities. Fantastic views from tower room.
Quirky, warm, unusual property. Easy access and parking. Great for coast path walking and local shop for necessities. Fantastic views from tower room.
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Knocking our heads on doorway into watch room!
Knocking our heads on doorway into watch room!
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Great quirky property. A real break from the modern world. Not good if you’ve got a bad back due to low ceiling in bedroom.
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Me and my partner went for a week and everything was amazing, really worth the money and brilliant views.
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We had a great time at the Watchtower. The local beaches are great, and some fantastic local restaurants.
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Map and distances
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Distances
Rock beach - Pendeen
2 km
Town centre - Pendeen
3 km
Airport - Lands end Airport
9.65 km
Train station - Penzance
12 km