# Porthcothan Retreats — Camping in Padstow > Adults-only glamping retreat near Padstow with ensuite units, private gardens and direct access to Porthcothan beach and the South West Coast Path. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/padstow/camping/porthcothan-retreats (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Lodging✨ Glamping # Porthcothan Retreats Porthcothan, Porthcothan Bay, Padstow, Retreats PL28 8LW, UK [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=10286538840216216171&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) **In short:** Porthcothan Retreats is a campsite in Padstow, rated 5.0 out of 5 from 8 Google reviews, with pitches for glamping. Details checked 6 August 2026 · source: Google Places Adults-only glamping retreat near Padstow with ensuite units, private gardens and direct access to Porthcothan beach and the South West Coast Path. ## About Porthcothan Retreats Good views, good walks and plenty of local surf spots – might that take your fancy? Oh, and there's a rather splendid sandy beach a mere 100 metres away as well. This adults-only retreat occupies a gorgeous spot between Padstow and Newquay, with direct dune-side access to Porthcothan's sand and the South West Coast Path right on your doorstep. The handful of self-contained glamping units each come with ensuite bathrooms, kitchenettes and private fenced gardens – perfect for barbecue suppers after a day exploring the coast. A bus stop outside means you can hike one way and ride back, or venture further along the shoreline without needing the car. When you're not walking, the local beach has tea rooms and a shop for essentials, while St Merryn (five minutes' drive) offers pubs and restaurants. A nearby farm hosts summer food and entertainment events, and with surf schools, cycling routes and watersports all close by, there's plenty to fill your days before retreating to your cosy coastal bolt-hole. ## Photos Photos via Google ## Can I bring...? ⛺ Tent pitches ✕ No 🚐 Caravans welcome ✕ No 🚌 Motorhomes welcome ✕ No ✨ Glamping available ✓ Yes 🛖 Lodges & statics ✕ No ## Lodges & pods - 🛖 The Lookout cabin - 🛖 Tides Reach shepherd's hut - 🛖 Foxes Cove shepherd's hut ## Facilities 🚿 Hot showers ✓ 📶 Free WiFi ✕ 🏊 Swimming pool ✕ 🛒 Onsite shop ✕ 🎠 Children's play area ✕ 🍖 BBQs allowed ✕ 🔥 Campfires allowed ✕ 🧺 Laundry ✕ 🎣 Fishing ✕ 🛁 Hot tub ✕ ♿ Accessible facilities ✕ 🅿️ Hardstanding pitches ✕ 🍽️ Bar/restaurant on site ✕ Car parking by pitch/unit Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Pick-up from public transport Picnic table Wifi Adults only Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed No dogs allowed Gastronomic delight Luxury Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery ## Takeaway & food delivery Handy if you fancy a night off cooking — here's what delivers near this site. ### 🥡 Just Eat — 2 takeaways deliver to this postcode (PL28 8LW) Royal Nepalese ★ 2.0 · Indian, Nepalese Farmers Arms Inn English, Pub Food Checked 26 Aug 2026 — always confirm on [justeat.co.uk](https://www.just-eat.co.uk/) before ordering, as coverage can change. ## Nearest supermarkets Handy if you're self-catering or need to stock up on arrival. - Tesco 3.6 miles - Co-op 6.2 miles - Aldi, Newquay 7 miles - Asda, Newquay 7.1 miles - Sainsbury's, Newquay 7.2 miles - Lidl, Newquay 7.6 miles - Morrisons, Newquay 7.7 miles Straight-line distances — the drive will be longer. Store data © [OpenStreetMap contributors](https://www.openstreetmap.org/copyright). ## Location Porthcothan, Porthcothan Bay, Padstow, Retreats PL28 8LW, UK [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=50.5092142%2C-5.0181862) ## Opening hours **Monday** Open 24 hours **Tuesday** Open 24 hours **Wednesday** Open 24 hours **Thursday** Open 24 hours **Friday** Open 24 hours **Saturday** Open 24 hours **Sunday** Open 24 hours ## What visitors say Harry Landells ★★★★★ We had the best time here. It’s such a lovely cabin, even better than it looks online. Every detail is perfect and so well kept. Couldn’t recommend more. We’ll be back! 4 months ago · via Google Ali ★★★★★ Lovely cottage, tasteful decor well, well equipped open plan kitchen with fab views from the first floor lounge. Very comfortable seating and TV area, Secure garden. Spectacular dog friendly beaches just a few minutes away. Friendly beach cafe and store for supplies. Sunnyridge proved the perfect choice for our family group and we hope to return again! a year ago · via Google Mark Stanfield ★★★★★ Our first stay in a Shepherds hut and it was excellent. Lovely accomodation in a perfect location with an easy walk to a beautiful beach. The hut was very clean, cosy and well equipped making a special stay just perfect. Thanks to Meg, a really great host. a year ago · via Google Joel ★★★★★ We loved our stay at the Porthcothan Retreats Shepard’s hut. It is in a perfect location, very short walking distance to the beach and has everything you could possibly need. Our second time staying here and will definitely be back again. a year ago · via Google [More campsites in Padstow](https://staycation.co.uk/padstow/camping) ★ 5.0 (8 reviews) From £120 per night [Book on Pitchup](https://www.pitchup.com/campsites/England/South_West/Cornwall/Padstow/porthcothan_retreats/) [Visit website](https://www.porthcothanretreats.co.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=campsite) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Padstow **County** Cornwall **Dogs allowed** ❌ No (unconfirmed) **Electric hook-up** ❌ No 🏨 ### Prefer a hotel nearby? Browse hotels and B&Bs in Padstow. [Hotels in Padstow →](https://staycation.co.uk/padstow/hotels) ### 🏨 Prefer a roof? Stays near Padstow Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. 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Porthcothan Retreats has showers. ## More near Porthcothan Retreats ### Hotels & B&Bs nearby - [Seven Bays Stays ★ 5.0 · 1.3 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/st-merryn/hotels/seven-bays-stays) - [Farmers Arms ★ 4.4 · 1.6 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/padstow/hotels/farmers-arms) - [Mortham 1.7 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/st-merryn/hotels/mortham) - [Holidays at Atlantic Bays Holiday Park ★ 4.1 · 1.7 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/padstow/hotels/holidays-at-atlantic-bays-holiday-park) ### Holiday cottages nearby - [Porthcothan House 0.1 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/cornwall/cottages/porthcothan-house-syk1083979) - [The Mill House 0.1 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/cornwall/cottages/the-mill-house-ukc7648) - [The Harbour Cuddy 0.3 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/cornwall/cottages/the-harbour-cuddy-ukc9862) - [Greenacres ★ 4.7 · 0.8 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/cornwall/cottages/greenacres-uk36531) ### Campsites nearby - [Porthcothan Clifftop Camping ★ 4.9 · 0.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/padstow/camping/porthcothan-clifftop-camping) - [Old Macdonalds Farm ★ 4.7 · 0.6 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/cornwall/camping/old-macdonalds-farm) - [Macdonald's Farm Touring and Camping ★ 4.7 · 0.6 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/padstow/camping/macdonald-s-farm-touring-and-camping) - [Seaview Farm Stays ★ 4.6 · 0.6 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/cornwall/camping/seaview-farm-stays) ### Things to do nearby - [Porthcothan Bay Beach ★ 4.9 · 0.4 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/st-eval/attractions/porthcothan-bay-beach) - [MacDonalds Farm ★ 4.7 · 0.6 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/padstow/attractions/macdonalds-farm) - [Treyarnon Bay ★ 4.6 · 1.3 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/treyarnon/attractions/treyarnon-bay) - [Constantine Bay 1.5 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/padstow/attractions/constantine-bay)