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Captain Jack's Retreat. Nr Newquay, Padstow, Eden. Sleeps up to 8 People 4 bdrm

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A harbor with boats, stone buildings, and a clear sky.
Property grounds
Beach nearby
Outdoor dining
Dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathrooms93 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Saint Columb Major, England
  • Place, Spingfields Fun Park and Pony Centre
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Screech Owl Sanctuary
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Retallack Water Sports
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall)
    ‪14 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Captain Jack's Retreat. Nr Newquay, Padstow, Eden. Sleeps up to 8 People 4 bdrm

Perfectly positioned to explore Cornwall, Captain Jack's Retreat is a spacious and modern 4-bedroom holiday home in the historic market town of St Columb Major. Whether you're visiting for a family holiday, wedding, special occasion or simply to discover Cornwall's beautiful coastline and countryside, you'll find everything within easy reach.

Enjoy convenient access to Newquay, Padstow, Rock, Port Isaac, Tintagel and the Eden Project, while benefiting from a central location that makes exploring Cornwall simple and stress-free. Local beaches, coastal walks, restaurants, attractions and picturesque fishing villages are all just a short drive away.

The accommodation has been fully refurbished and modernised and is arranged over two floors. A standout feature is the two elevated roof terraces, offering panoramic views across the town and surrounding Cornish countryside. Relax with your morning coffee, enjoy al fresco dining or watch the sun set with a glass of your favourite drink.

Inside, you'll find a fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher, oven, hob, fridge freezer, microwave, kettle, toaster, washing machine and tumble dryer. The spacious kitchen/diner is perfect for family meals, while the separate lounge with Smart TV provides a comfortable place to relax after a day exploring Cornwall.

Captain Jack's Retreat comfortably accommodates up to 8 guests across 4 bedrooms and is ideal for family holidays, weddings, celebrations, long weekends and exploring everything Cornwall has to offer.

Please note there are external steps leading up to the property. Smoking is permitted in outdoor areas only.
During your stay at this holiday home, you'll be close to Watergate Bay Beach. Features include laundry facilities. A kitchen and 2.5 bathrooms are available in the holiday home.
  • The holiday home offers a kitchen, a washing machine and 2.5 bathrooms
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Just a 5-minute drive from Spingfields Fun Park and Pony Centre and 10 minutes from Watergate Bay Beach
Captain Jack's Retreat. Nr Newquay, Padstow, Eden. Sleeps up to 8 People 4 bdrm offers its guests laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 15 steps to reach entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Some LED lighting used
  • Unit size: 1,000 square feet
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Please do not move furniture around unnecessarily
Please leave the accommodation in a tidy condition (especially the stove and oven and kitchen appliances). An additional charge for excessive cleaning may be added
Any damages whilst at the property should be brought to our attention so we can rectify as required.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

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
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
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

Captain Jacks Retreat | Explore Cornwall ⚓ Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kirsty

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This house was spotless and had fantastic amenities - all you could need for a home away from home. Great location to venture further afield in Cornwall or explore the local area. We would recommend a stay here and will definitely book again if we are in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ruedi S.

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

Extremely well equipped and very well maintained

Highly recommended. The host is very dedicated and takes care of everything.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jade Gi

Stayed 3 nights in May 2026