Self-catering holidays and Holiday cottages in St Austell

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St Austell is the largest town in mid-Cornwall, built on the china clay industry. Holiday accommodation around St Austell makes a central base for the south coast, with the Eden Project, Charlestown and the beaches of St Austell Bay close by.

Wheal Martyn tells the story of china clay, the Lost Gardens of Heligan and Mevagissey are a short drive south, and Fowey and the Roseland are within easy reach. St Austell has a station on the main railway line. Book your St Austell holiday direct with the owner.

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Holiday accommodation in St Austell

Cornwall Online has 5 properties listed in St Austell.

Mevagissey · Self-catering · sleeps 8

Staying at Courtyard Cottage puts you in Mevagissey, close to the centre of things. It is a self-catering holiday let with a beach less than a mile away, and there are no agency fees when you book. Parking is available for guests.

“Comfortably sleeping 8, this well equipped cottage is perfectly located within Mevagissey, providing an ideal base for exploring the area. Free Wi-Fi, electricity, towels and linen included.” – the owner

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St Austell · Bed & Breakfast · sleeps 6

If St Austell is on your list, take a look at Rescorla Farmhouse, bed and breakfast with the coast an easy drive away. Booking direct means you talk to the owner, not an agency. Wi-Fi / internet access is available.

“Rescorla Farm House is nestled in the peace of the countryside and commands stunning views- With ample on site parking Rescorla Farm is ideally located within walking distance of the Eden Project and short drives to local wineries; Fowey; The Lost Gardens of Heligan; Lanhydrock House and gardens; Bodmin Jail Museum and steam railway;…” – the owner

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cornwall · Self-catering · sleeps 10

Owner-run a self-catering holiday let in cornwall: Cornish Seaview Cottages by the sea is close to the centre of things and well placed for Cornwall. Check the facilities below, then contact the owner for availability. Parking is available for guests.

“Holidays Cottages on the cornish Coast - enjoy a break in a stunning Cornish coastal location - explore the beautiful beaches and coves of the Cornish Coast” – the owner

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Mevagissey · Self-catering · sleeps 4

Owner-run a self-catering holiday let in Mevagissey: Lantern Cottage is close to the centre of things and well placed for Cornwall. Check the facilities below, then contact the owner for availability. Parking is available for guests.

“The Cottage benefits from a lovely decking area with barbecue. Master bedroom with kingsize bed and double bedroom with two single beds.” – the owner

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Mevagissey · Self-catering · sleeps 4

Staying at The Old Shop Apartment puts you in Mevagissey, close to the centre of things. It is a self-catering holiday let with a beach less than a mile away, and there are no agency fees when you book.

“The Old Shop Apartment is a self-contained one bedroom ground floor apartment sleeping two/four people. With all of the rooms on the ground floor, this property is ideal for anyone who prefers not to use stairs and occasional wheelchair users. Sleeps 2 + 2” – the owner

St Austell holidays – FAQs

St Austell is a town on the south coast, inland from St Austell Bay, about 12 miles from Bodmin.

Charlestown, Carlyon Bay, Par Sands and Porthpean are all a few minutes' drive away.

Yes. St Austell station, on the main line from London Paddington, is less than a mile and a half away.

Cornwall Online lists holiday cottages, self-catering homes, B&Bs, hotels, camping and holiday parks in St Austell and the surrounding area, each advertised by its owner. If only a few are listed, the page also shows properties across the wider region.

Each property links to its own website. You contact and book directly with the owner, with no booking fees or commission from Cornwall Online.

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