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The Old Forge

From £560

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  • Property code: 484
  • Preferred changeover day: Saturday
  • Check in: 3pm
  • Check out: 10am
  • Near beach
  • Central heating
  • Parking (see description for details)
  • Dishwasher
  • Garden or outside space
  • Nearby pub or restaurant
  • Nearby shop
  • Tumble dryer
  • Village
  • Washing machine
  • WiFi

Just half a mile from Tintagel, the legendary birthplace of King Arthur and a 10 minute walk from Bossiney Cove, this pretty 17th century detached cottage full of charm and character was once part of the Earl of Wharncliffe's estate and is set beside a narrow road in the ancient borough of Bossiney,

The famous ruins of Tintagel castle and Merlins sea cave below are approximately 1.5 miles away and King Arthurs Great Halls and a good selection of local shops, pubs and restaurants are within one mile.

The nearest beach is Bossiney Cove which has fine sand at low tide reached by a 10 minute walk down a fairly steep incline. The attractive NT harbour at Boscastle is 3 miles and the coastal footpath is very close by leading to the dramatic Rocky Valley. St Nectans Glens is approximately 1 mile.

Entrance

the cottage has slight changes of level and is entered from the road by a few steps leading up to the front porch and an inner glazed door opens directly into the living room

Living Room

 A light and sunny sitting room with television, an electric fire in the stone fireplace and is warm and comfortably furnished.

Bathroom

Bathroom W.C. with hand basin and shower over the bath.

Bedroom

An attractive double bedroom, with a 5ft bed and deep window seat looking across to the methodist chapel and Bossiney Mound, famed for where Sir Francis Drake was proclaimed MP.

Kitchen / Dining Room

A pleasant dining room, still has the original ledge and brace door leading out to an extension at the rear with a bright and spacious modern fitted kitchen with a window overlooking the sheltered garden. Appliances include dishwasher, fridge/freezer, electric hob and oven, microwave and washer/dryer. The back door opens from here to a pretty little cottage garden. 

General 

  • Pretty 17th century detached cottage.
  • Sympathetically furnished to compliment many original features.

The back door opens to a pretty little cottage garden with mature shrubs and 3 steps leading up to the lawn area surrounded by a cornish stone and hedge border. Garden furniture provided. 

A holiday in Tintagel is one you’ll never forget. Where else can you follow in the footsteps of King Arthur and magical Merlin, explore cliff top castle ruins and enjoy some of the most spectacular scenery in Britain?

Located halfway between Padstow and Bude, Tintagel (meaning ‘village on a mountain’) sits high on a spectacular headland on the north Cornish coast. Surrounded by bright turquoise-green waters and craggy slate cliffs, the views here are stunning. The South West Coast Path runs along the edge of Tintagel, offering endless opportunities to get out and admire the breath-taking natural beauty. One of our favourite things to do when on holiday in Tintagel is to walk along the coast path to Boscastle, or if you’re feeling very energetic, to picturesque Port Isaac. There’s an abundance of wildlife along this stretch of coast, so keep an eye out for rare seabirds, seals and even sunfish. 

However, Tintagel is most famous for its impressive cliff top castle ruins. Half on the mainland and half on an island, legend has it that Tintagel Castle was the birthplace of King Arthur. A holiday in Tintagel wouldn’t be complete without crossing the 58-metre-high footbridge to the castle to learn all about its legendary past. Below the castle you’ll also find ‘Merlin’s Cave’ where, if the stories are to be believed, the Arthurian wizard once lived.

Aside from the castle, there’s plenty of things to do and places to visit nearby. Holidays in Tintagel offer something for everyone. In the village itself you’ll find a great selection of gift shops, cafes and restaurants, as well as the National Trust owned Old Post Office. St Nectan’s Kieve, a mystical 60ft waterfall is just over a mile away, and is one of Cornwall’s hidden gems.

Beach lovers will be spoilt for choice, with several secret coves and sandy beaches near Tintagel. As well as Tintagel beach, you’ll find Bossiney Cove, Tregardock and Trebarthwith Strand - a popular surfing spot. Within a 30 minute drive you’ll also reach Polzeath, Daymer Bay in Rock and Bude’s sweeping sandy beaches.

Whether you want to spend your summer lazing on North Cornwall’s beautiful beaches and surfing the rolling Atlantic swell or would rather blustery coastal winter walks and exploring the castle without the crowds, holidays in Tintagel offer something special all year round.

Parking for one car is available on the sloping drive at one end of the property.

- No cot or highchair available - Travel cot accepted with babes in arms

- This property accommodates a maximum of 2 people plus 1 baby in arms. 

- Sorry, this property does not accept pets

 


Vega
(Less than a mile)

Get your taste buds tingling at Vega and enjoy 100% vegan food and drink, using organic, Fairtrade ingredients wherever possible. They offer a tapas menu allowing you to try a selection of different dishes as well as a core menu offering curries, pasta dishes and more. Open Tuesday- Sunday in the summer season. 

Vega Tintagel, PL34 0AH (T: 01840 770460) 

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Charlie's
(Less than a mile)

(3)

Sit back, relax and watch the world go by at Charlie’s restaurant and delicatessen located in heart of Tintagel. Serving breakfast, lunch and afternoon tea Monday- Saturday, food is expertly cooked to order using the very best Cornish ingredients, complimented with a selection of locally produced wines and drinks, with the emphasis on seasonal, local & artisan. 

Charlie's Fore Street, Tintagel, PL34 0DA (T: 01840 779500) 

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Lovely scones, slow service

July 2023


This is one of my favourite places in Tintagel, and often meet up with friends for coffee and snack, or lunch. Great cream tea, as well!

October 2022


Fantastic food - can recommend the crab sandwich, waffles and fab chips. Really overly staff, very friendly and attentive.

August 2022


King Arthur's Arms Inn, Tintagel
(Less than a mile)

(1)

A excellent place to stop for a drink or bite to eat after exploring Tintagel, King Arthurs Arms is a traditional pub serving home cooked food and a good selection of local ales and other drinks.

King Arthurs Arms, Fore Street, Tintagel PL34 ODA (T: 01840 770628)   

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Friendly pub and good choice of well cooked food

January 2024


The Wootons Inn
(Less than a mile)

Located just before the entrance to Tintagel Castle with live music often playing.

Via Facebook - The Wootons Inn, Fore Street, Tintagel, Cornwall (T:01840 770170)

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The Beach Cafe
(Less than a mile)

(1)

With an offering of delicious food with exquisite views, the Beach Café at Tintagel Castle is a fantastic place to relax and refuel after a busy day exploring the castle ruins. With scrumptious cakes, coffees and light lunches along with beautiful interiors and a warm and welcoming atmosphere, it’s the ideal place to lunch or enjoy a Cornish cream tea while watching the waves crash against the cliffs below.

The Beach Cafe, Tintagel Castle, PL34 OHE (T: 01840 770328)

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Okay sandwich

July 2023


Tintagel Castle
(Less than a mile)

(7)

Part of English Heritage, Tintagel Castle is more a ruin than a castle these days, but nonetheless, it’s an exciting opportunity to get involved with the history, myths and exceptional scenery at this spot that’s inextricably linked to the legend of King Arthur.  Set on a coastline that has inspired artists and writers for centuries, see ancient artefacts and explore the history of the castle and the legends that have shaped its story, as well as learning about its time as a royal stronghold, thriving trading post and the setting for romantic stories.  Prices start at £7.90 for adults who are not members, and £4.70 for children.

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Tintagel Castle and grounds was an enjoyable and interesting day out.

October 2023


Atmospheric , great views, nice cafe by the sea.

April 2023


Fantastic!!!. Absolutely outstanding views

September 2021


Fantastic!!!. Absolutely outstanding views

September 2021


Brilliant place to visit with so much history. It is a very steep walk down which you do not get told, we always took a short cut across the first bridge on your left that you will come to this will take you on to the church path which is fantastic this is a must to see the door is left open for tourist there are little booklets telling you all a bout it for a small fee in a donation box. If you want the Tintagel Castle head to the right of the opening. If you feel You can not walk to far catch the Land Rover's that only cost a couple of pounds you will find them on the top of the hill next to Wootans Pub. If you want to know more about the castle buy the book in the shop before you entre, it will talk you through step by step on where you are in the Castle and what sort of age the ruins are. Don't forget to check high times to visit Merlins Cave. Last thing for me to say is you will not be dissapointed

September 2021


Great place to visit and take it all in...

August 2021


Much as we would have liked to try out the new bridge, we felt £16 each was a bit steep for the privilege and got a good enough view from the grounds of the big hotel above.

September 2019


St Nectan's Glen
(Less than a mile)

(2)

Visit the sacred site of St Nectan's Glen and see how the river Trevillet has carved its way through the slate to create a magnificent 60 foot waterfall and punched a hole through the original kieve (basin). Access this area of outstanding natural beauty through an ancient woodland walk along the banks of the river. Arrive at the hermitage and enjoy a well-deserved cream tea or coffee before wondering down to the waterfall to experience one of Cornwall’s hidden treasures. Prices start from £5.95 for an Adult and £4.70 for a child.

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Friendly staff and a well-looked after and interesting attraction.

June 2021


Really enjoyed the walk down to the waterfall.

August 2020


Museum of Witchcraft
(3 miles)

(2)

A magic experience to enjoy while you’re on holiday in Cornwall, the Museum of Witchcraft is in the village of Boscastle and was the creation of Cecil Williams whose fascination with the subject started in childhood.  He set up the Cornish museum in 1960, saying it was three miles from a prehistoric maze stone carved into a living rock face, ‘proof that from ancient times man and his magic making with the world of spirit were active in this area’.  Today you can visit to explore the collections or enjoy seasonal events such as candlelit evenings and Halloween at the museum.

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Only visited once years ago as it doesn’t appear to open in the winter months.

November 2023


No Intentions of ever going there, evil should not be encouraged or celebrated

July 2023


Bowood Park Golf Club
(4 miles)

Set in 230 acres on the North Cornwall coast, Bowood Park offers year round play and great value for money.  Easily accesibly from popular destinations such as Padstow, Tintagel and Port Isaac and well worth a visit. 

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Big Dunk's Paintball
(5 miles)

For an action-packed, adrenaline-filled day of adventure, try your hand a paintballing, outdoor laser tag or combat archery. A purpose-built UKPSF accredited site set in 20 acres, Big Dunks Paintball offers a great day out for any group, big or small. Younger children can also take part in child-friendly 'Splatmaster' paintballing.

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Bossiney Cove Beach
(Less than a mile)

(3)

Just a mile along the road from Tintagel lies Bossiney Cove, a beautiful hidden gem which is completely covered at high tide. Access to the beach is via a footpath over some farmland and then by steep steps down to the small sandy beach. At the right hand side of the cove there is a great cave to explore that is 60 feet high at the entrance, also see if you can spot the elephant rock hidden in the cliff face! This beach is dog friendly all year and parking can be found in a nearby layby at the top.

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It’s closed off because of a rock fall. It would have been good to know this in advance.

June 2021


Beautiful beach!

August 2020


What a stunning property in the most tranquil location. We have just returned from a magical week, despite the weather. So many lovely walks and great pubs! We will be back for sure.

February 2020


Tintagel Beach
(Less than a mile)

In the shadow of Tintagel Castle, Tintagel Beach is small and often overlooked, barely accessible via a scrabble down the cliff path.  To the north of the beach there’s a waterfall and to the south is Merlin's Cave, a 300ft long tunnel passing under Tintagel Island and castle that’s only accessible at low tide.  Dogs are allowed on the beach all year round, and the beauty of the place is its remoteness – just you, the beach and the sea, so there aren’t any facilities nearby basically.

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Trebarwith Strand
(2 miles)

(6)

Two miles from Tintagel, Trebarwith Strand Beach on the north Coast of Cornwall is easily accessible and is owned by the National Trust.  A long stretch of sand, it’s backed by flat rocks and steep cliffs, but check the tides before you visit because people often get cut off in the summer months.  Once there, there are caves to explore and rock pools containing a wealth of sea life.  It’s been the setting for a number of films in its time, but these days it’s all about swimming (when lifeguards are on duty between May and September) and exploring.  Dogs are allowed on the beach all year round, and there are two car parks – the main one is a bit of a walk away, and a smaller one is closer to the beach.  There’s also a handful of roadside parking spaces.

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Great beach, you will need to check the tide times though The Port William is a good pub overlooking the beach with great views, there is also a small cafe

September 2023


Beautiful rocky cove at the where you arrive. You have to come close to low tide to explore beyond.

April 2023


This is a fabulous beach with a nice cafe, a pub and shop and toilet facilities. You need a book of the tide times so that you can make the most of your visit here.

August 2022


Our favourite beach if you can work round the tide times!

August 2022


Beautiful clean beach, pleased that it is a dog friendly one.

July 2022


Another great place to run the dog when the tide is out. Took excellent photos here at sunset. Coast path walk from here to Tintagel is relatively easy going with great views.

September 2019


Tregardock Beach
(4 miles)

Best known as a surf beach, Tregardock Beach is only accessible by footpath, which offers beautiful views of the water and Port Isaac as you head down.  It is quite a stroll and the terrain is bumpy, so it’s not an ideal beach to visit with children.  The path can also get quite muddy, so keep an eye on the weather.  There’s a seasonal ban on dogs from Easter to September, and there aren’t any facilities in the immediate vicinity of the beach.  When the tide goes out, several small beaches become one long stretch of sand, and there’s a waterfall cascading down the cliffs at the back of the beach as well as caves to explore, so it really is a little paradise hidden in the landscape.  Because it’s not easy to access, it’s usually quiet at this beach, but parking along the roadside near the farm at Treligga is very limited, so it’s a good idea to head over as early as possible and make sure you don’t get cut off at high tide.

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Strangles Beach
(6 miles)

A relatively quiet beach all year round

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September 2023

Once again everything was perfect,we have been coming for a number of years now and are never disappointed like home from home the owner is always so warm and welcoming and does everything to make your stay a real pleasure


September 2023

Great place to stay. Goodies and flowers a nice touch. Bed was really comfortable.


September 2023

We very much enjoyed our stay. The cottage was wonderful with a very homely feel. We have suggested a few things which may improve future rentals..


July 2023

Had good time


April 2023

Always a joy to come back, everything we wanted for an enjoyable holiday, clean, comfortable and a very friendly owner


October 2022

Very comfortable cottage with a homely feel. Lovely relaxing break


October 2022

Had a fantastic week at The Old Forge. Stayed twice before and absolutely loved the village and surrounding area


October 2022

Yes, we really enjoyed our stay. It is a very cosy cottage, spotlessly clean, comfortable with a lovely private garden at the rear of the property. It is well equipped with all you need for a wonderful holiday.


August 2022

We loved practically everything about this place. Nice quiet location, very clean, tidy, well-furnished, two TV’s, wifi and a nice little garden. Appreciated the welcome pack, and the friendly greeting from the key holder. It exceeded our expectations and was good value. Thank you soooo much… we had a lovely time!


July 2022

The cottage was in a good location, not too close to the centre of town and easy to drive off to other places and attractions with plenty of attractions locally, both in the town of Tintagel and along the nearby coastline.


July 2021

A great traditional cottage, an easy walk from the centre of Tintagel and the coastal path. Furnished with everything you could need and the bonus of a beautiful little garden, great for outside dining. The host left treats to make us feel welcome and replied quickly when we had questions. Would love to stay again had a great holiday.


June 2021

Excellent property, very clean and welcoming, everything you need is provided. Situated very close to the coastal path with its beautiful views and lovely walk to the Castle.


September 2019

This is a really nice well presented cottage, it has all that anyone might need during their stay. The cottage is in a really pleasant spot in Tintagel, close to local amenities and access to main roads.


May 2019

Cosy; it felt like home.


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