Otters Holt, Near Constantine Bay
Overview
“Really lovely spacious bungalow in a really good location. Perfect for the dogs too, has an enclosed garden and plenty of walking from the house.”
Introduction
The beauty of Otters Holt is that you would never know it was there. Tucked away in the hamlet of Towan, this tranquil home offers the perfect place for you to get away from it all, while still being in easy walking distance from the amenities of St Merryn Village and the golden sands of Constantine Bay. Hop on one of the many foot paths and you can stroll through the fields towards Trevose Head and take your pick of the beautiful bays that surround it. Otters Holt is modern and spacious, with an enclosed back garden with decking and lawn areas, perfect to let the dogs (or the kids!) run wild.
Nearby
Otters Holt is the perfect base from which to explore the areas famed “Seven Bays for Seven Days” These beautiful beaches are all linked by the Southwest Coast Path and all offer something different. Try a dip in the Treyarnon tidal pool, go rock pooling at Boobies at low tide or head to Harlyn Bay for surf lessons on the gentle breakers. If that all sounds a bit too energetic, just curl up in a sand dune and watch the Atlantic surf roll in.
St Merryn village is a mile away, with plenty of shops and bars including Rick Steins pub, The Cornish Arms. The village is also home to a well-stocked shop, bakery, and surf shop, so all bases are covered! The much-loved hotel group The Pig have opened their newest hotel and restaurant at Harlyn House, book ahead for the hotel restaurant or wander up to The Lobster Shed for fab seafood and cold ciders in the summer months. With Padstow five miles away, your options for eat in or take away food are endless!
Reviews
Paul, December 2025
Excellent property, spotlessly clean, everything worked. Would definitely return !
Peter, September 2025
Great place to chill out and fairly close to the beach and footpaths. Ideal for what we needed
Ashleigh, August 2025
Westley, August 2024
Wow! What a great place to stay and location to local beaches was the best! A simple bike ride to beaches for an early morning surf made my holiday! Perfect
Ewan, August 2024
We really enjoyed our stay. The house was comfortable and perfect to return to after spending all day at the beach. St Merryn is quite a sweet place and we liked the walk through a few fields to get to it.
Accommodation
Inside Space
Once inside, Otters Holt offers an open plan living/dining room and kitchen, all leading out through two large sets of doors to the decking area, perfect for outdoor dining. The family-friendly interior features plenty of cosy seating, as well as a large island unit with breakfast bar, perfect for grabbing a bite before heading out to the surf. Follow the hallway to a large second bedroom with plenty of room for both a double bed and bunk beds, the ideal spot for the kids! Also off this hallway is the primary suite, a large king-sized room with ensuite bathroom and sliding doors to the garden as well as a generous family bathroom.
Outside Space
The large enclosed rear garden has a decked area with a dining table and seating, and an area laid to lawn.
Parking
Otters Holt has a designated parking space in the parking area. From there, follow the signposted path to the property.
Access
There is a pathway which includes three steps, leading from the parking space to the property. Once inside, Otters Holt is all on one level, with level access to the decking outside.
Refundable security deposit
A refundable security deposit of £250 will be taken prior to your stay.
EV charging
It is not permitted to charge electric vehicles at this property.
Wi-Fi
Free Wi-Fi available in the property.
Pets
Otters Holt welcomes dogs.
Linen
Linen and towels are included in the property but please bring your own beach towels.
Gallery
Location
Local Area
TOWAN…
The pretty hamlet of Towan is nestled peacefully mid-way between the renowned Constantine Bay and the popular village of St Merryn, both just a mile away.
Constantine Bay is one of the most sought-after bays in North Cornwall. Home to a stunning surfing beach with a sweeping arc of golden sands, the bay has rock pools to the left, sand dunes to the right and gentle headland walks in either direction where the South West Coastal Path provides a scenic walk to several other sandy beaches. The championship Trevose Golf & Country Club sits proudly overlooking the bay, a prestigious club offering three courses, suitable for golfers of all standards.
Nearby amenities include Constantine Bay Stores, a well stocked convenience shop with quality local produce, Constantine Restaurant in the golf club where you can eat fine food whilst overlooking the beautiful course with the sea beyond, The Pig Hotel & Restaurant is within a couple of miles offering a superb dining experience. The nearby village of St Merryn provides a broader range of facilities including Rick Stein’s The Cornish Arms, a handful of restaurants and takeaways, bars, a tasty bakery, village stores and more.
Also just a ten minute drive away is Padstow, a picturesque harbour town with a number of superb restaurants, bars, boutique shops and galleries. This bustling town offers a vast variety of food options from Rick Stein’s famous Seafood Restaurant and Paul Ainsworth’s Michelin starred No.6, to fresh Cornish pasties and fish and chips on the harbour.
