Cornwall Living
Coastal Escapes
Discover some very special places to stay in St Teath, Gwithian Towans and Trebarwith Strand.
Mill Barn | St Teath
Set within a converted grain store on a working farm at St Teath, Mill Barn offers generous self-catering accommodation designed with family life in mind. Its distinctive upside-down layout places the main living space upstairs, where wide views stretch across the shared garden, surrounding farmland and the Allen Valley. A vaulted ceiling, weathered oak beams and an abundance of natural light lend the interior warmth and character without sacrificing comfort.
The farmhouse kitchen encourages leisurely breakfasts around the table, while the adjoining snug has become a favourite retreat for younger guests, inviting film nights on the corner sofa with bowls of popcorn close at hand. Downstairs, three inviting double bedrooms and two well-appointed bathrooms provide ample space for families and friends to settle in.
Outside, the historic gin-gang, once used by horses to power the farm’s threshing machinery, has found a fresh purpose as a welcoming place to gather. Long lunches around the solid oak table give way to evenings beside the fire pit, where blankets, toasted marshmallows and easy conversation draw everyone together. Mill Barn combines the enduring appeal of a traditional Cornish farm building with thoughtful modern comforts, creating a memorable base for discovering
North Cornwall.
The Bach | Gwithian Towans
Snuggled in a front-row position on the dunes of Gwithian Towans, The Bach is an iconic beach-style house reimagined for modern coastal living. Completely rebuilt in 2025, this dog-friendly retreat sleeps six and offers an enviable blend of laid-back luxury, recognisable design heritage and uninterrupted sea views across St Ives Bay to Godrevy Lighthouse.
Inside, the light-filled open-plan living space forms the heart of the home, where floor-to-ceiling patio doors frame spectacular coastal views and blur the line between indoors and out. The beautifully designed kitchen and dining space is made for long, sociable suppers after saltwater days, while a cosy snug away from the living space provides the perfect spot to unwind.
Three thoughtfully designed bedrooms offer flexible sleeping arrangements, including a beautiful principal bedroom with sea views and an en-suite featuring a freestanding bath. Outside, you’ll find generous west-facing gardens, a summer house and a private gate leading directly onto the coast path and golden sands, making beach life wonderfully accessible.
Whether it’s sunrise surf sessions, sunset sundowners or long walks with the dog along miles of shoreline, The Bach captures everything that makes a Cornish coastal escape unforgettable.
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