Place, Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
1 min walk
Polkirt Beach
Place, Polkirt Beach
3 min walk
Lost Gardens of Heligan
Place, Lost Gardens of Heligan
7 min drive
Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall)
Airport, Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall)
50 min drive
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About the neighborhood
St Austell
This apartment places you next to Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and within a 10-minute walk of Polkirt Beach. The apartment includes a kitchen, a refrigerator, and a microwave.
Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
Polkirt Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
Mevagissey Aquarium - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
Mevagissey Model Railway - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
Lost Gardens of Heligan - 7 min drive - 2.4 miles
Getting around
Luxulyan Station - 22 min drive
Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall) - 56 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 11 min drive
Teacup Tearoom - 16 min walk
Ship Inn - 18 min walk
KFC - 11 min drive
Pier House Hotel & Restaurant - 12 min drive
About this property
Rock Pools by Interhome
Portmellon: Wonderful apartment, 5 mins from the beach. A short walk to Mevagissey harbour, filming location of Rosamund Pilcher series modern apartment house "Rock Pools". In a quiet, elevated position, 400 m from the edge of the forest, 400 m from the sea, from the beach, in a cul-de-sac. Parking. Shop 1 km, grocery 1 km, supermarket 10 km, shopping centre 7 km, restaurant 500 m, bar, bakery 1 km, café, bicycle rental 3 km, pub garden 500 m, bus stop "Portmellon", railway station "St Austell" 10 km, sandy beach "Portmellon" 500 m pebble beach "Chapel Point" 1 km (small). Golf course (18 hole) 16 km, tennis 1 km, walking paths from the house 500 m, children's playground 1 km, fishing possibilities 1 km. Nearby attractions: Lost Gardens of Heligan 5 km, Mevagissey Harbour 1 km, Eden Project 16 km, Charlestown Historic Harbour 10 m, St Mawes Castle 27 km, Lanhydrock House & Garden 30 km. Hiking paths: South West Coast Path 500 m, Saints Trail 11 km, Kingswood Pentewan 4 km. Please note: the owner lives on the same property. "Rock Pools", 2-room apartment on the ground floor. Modern and tasteful furnishings: open living/dining room with digital TV and gas heating. Exit to the terrace. 1 double bedroom with 1 double bed and shower/WC. Kitchen (oven, 4 ceramic glass hob hotplates, toaster, kettle, microwave). Terrace furniture. Facilities: washing machine. Internet (WiFi, free). Please note: smoke alarm, fire extinguisher. In the summer stroll down to beach and swim in crystal clear water. In winter watch the waves crashing over the harbour.
Included in price: ERV cancellation insurance Final cleaning (Basic cleaning is always carried out by the guest) Laundry (initial supply of bed linen and towels) Interhome plants 100'000 m2 of flowering fields to save the bees
#GB5333.125.1
The apartment is heated and features a kitchen and space to spread out with a separate bedroom. The apartment also includes a washing machine.
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
General
Garden
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
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
Pets
This property doesn't allow pets
Children and extra beds
Children allowed: ages 0-17
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
Check-in: 4:00 PM
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.
Property is also known as
GB5333.125.1
Frequently asked questions
What can I see near this apartment?
This apartment is located in St Austell and just steps from Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and Polkirt Beach. You'll also find South West Coast Path Section 31 Trailhead and South West Coast Path Section 32 Trailhead less than a mile away.
How much does it cost to stay at Rock Pools by Interhome?
As of Apr 28, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rock Pools by Interhome on May 9, 2026 start from $280, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is this apartment associated with a casino?
No, this apartment is not connected to a casino.
Will I find an indoor pool at this apartment?
No, there is no indoor pool at this apartment.
Does this apartment provide breakfast?
No, this apartment doesn't offer breakfast.
Will this apartment allow pets to stay for free?
No, pets aren't allowed at this apartment.
How close is the airport from this apartment?
The closest major airport to this apartment is Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall), which is 22.9 mi away (56 minutes by car).
Rock Pools by Interhome Reviews
Reviews
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