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Little Merrose

Portreath, Cornwall

A barn conversion for two near Portreath with an enclosed garden, two dogs welcome, and Tehidy Woods six tenths of a mile from the door.

Tehidy Woods is the largest area of woodland in west Cornwall and it begins six tenths of a mile from this door. Little Merrose is a one bedroom barn conversion on a working farm nearby, sleeping two with the bedroom and bathroom downstairs, and it takes two dogs.

Woodland is a different currency from coast and it is badly undervalued by people booking Cornwall. Nine miles of paths through beech and oak, shade in August, shelter in February, and a surface that stays walkable for a dog when the cliff paths are running with water. Godrevy and Gwithian Towans are four and a half miles off for when you want sand, both scoring an eight on our map, and Porthtowan is three and seven tenths.

Thirty five guest ratings on a barn sleeping two is a strong record for somewhere this small. It is one of a pair of conversions on the farm so there may well be neighbours, and it is laid out with accessibility in mind, which travels well with a dog that has slowed down. An enclosed garden with a BBQ, two dogs, four hundred and eighteen pounds for the week.

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from £418 for 7 nights

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At a Glance

Dogs Welcome
2 dogs
Enclosed Garden
Yes
Enclosed garden area with BBQ | BBQ (available upon request) | Beach 2 miles, pub and shops 1 mile | Complex of 2 barn properties (OLDMM) | Ample off road parking | 2 dogs allowed
Sleeps
2 guests
Rooms
1 bedroom, 1 bathroom
Price
from £418 / 7 nights
Grading
4 star
Arrival
in from 16:00, out by 10:00
Facilities
Accessible, Parking, Wifi

Little Merrose from £418 for 7 nights

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • Is Little Merrose dog friendly?

    Yes, Little Merrose welcomes up to two dogs. The barn has an enclosed garden with a BBQ, and Tehidy Woods — nine miles of paths through beech and oak — starts just six tenths of a mile from the door.

  • Are dogs allowed at Little Merrose year round?

    The listing doesn't specify seasonal restrictions on dogs, and the location suits year-round visits well. Tehidy Woods is noted for staying walkable even in wet conditions when cliff paths are running with water, which makes it particularly practical in the winter months.

  • What should I know before visiting Little Merrose with my dog?

    The barn is one of a pair of conversions on a working farm, so there may be other guests nearby. It's laid out with accessibility in mind, which works well for older or less mobile dogs, and the enclosed garden gives them a safe outdoor space. Beaches at Godrevy, Gwithian Towans, and Porthtowan are all within five miles if you want to mix woodland walks with a run on the sand.

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What’s Nearby?

Tehidy WoodsWalk0.6 mi away

Tehidy Woods

Cornwall

Dog Friendly Rating:7/10

A sheltered woodland walk through Cornwall's largest area of native trees, with well-maintained paths and good all-weather options.

View Listing8.1 km · 1 hr 30 min · Easy
Porthtowan BeachBeach3.7 mi away

Porthtowan Beach

Cornwall

Dog Friendly Rating:6/10

A wide, dramatic Blue Flag beach with a friendly village, but the extended seasonal restriction from mid-May means it is an autumn-to-spring destination for dog walkers.

View ListingSand · Seasonal Restrictions
Gwithian TowansBeach4.6 mi away

Gwithian Towans

Cornwall

Dog Friendly Rating:8/10

A sweeping Atlantic beach backed by dramatic dunes, with a permanently dog friendly central section and seasonal restrictions only at either end.

View ListingSand · Seasonal Restrictions
Godrevy BeachBeach4.7 mi away

Godrevy Beach

Cornwall

Dog Friendly Rating:8/10

A dramatic National Trust beach backed by dunes and facing the iconic Godrevy Lighthouse, with year round access on the quieter sections away from the main entry point.

View ListingSand · Seasonal Restrictions
Porthkidney BeachBeach7.9 mi away

Porthkidney Beach

Cornwall

Dog Friendly Rating:9/10

One of the most reliably dog friendly beaches in west Cornwall, with no seasonal restrictions and serious space at low tide.

View ListingSand · Year Round
South West Coast Path: St Ives to ZennorWalk8.8 mi away

South West Coast Path: St Ives to Zennor

Cornwall

Dog Friendly Rating:9/10

One of the most dramatic stretches of the South West Coast Path, relentlessly rugged with huge elevation changes and wild granite coastline.

View Listing10.5 km · 3 hr 30 min · Challenging