ENTRANCE
From the parking space at the front, two shallow slate steps lead up into the living room.
LIVING ROOM
A beautiful marble fireplace at the heart of this living room, complemented by a wood burner that brings warmth and atmosphere on cooler evenings. Built-in bookcases line the walls, filled with books that encourage you to curl up on the sofa with a cuppa.
The furniture has been thoughtfully chosen for comfort with plush seating you can sink into, perfect for reading, relaxing, or simply enjoying the peaceful surroundings. Large sash windows frame stunning river views.
KITCHEN/DINER
A great space with a well equipped kitchen. Kitchen appliances include cooker, ceramic hob, fridge/freezer with 3 drawers, microwave, slimline dishwasher and washer/dryer. Table and chairs for relaxed meals completes this super space. A pair of French doors lead out into the sunny courtyard.
CARPETED STAIRS (with fixed stair gate at the bottom) lead up to a SMALL LANDING…
FIRST FLOOR FAMILY BATHROOM WC
Bath with electric shower over plus handheld shower attachment. Wash basin, WC and heated towel rail.
SMALL flight of CARPETED STAIRS lead up to a MID LANDING…
SINGLE BEDROOM
Good size, carpeted single bedroom to the rear of the property with shuttered window and large chest of drawers.
TWIN BEDROOM
With two full size single beds located at the front with large sliding wardrobe and two large sash windows overlooking the adjacent river and pretty buildings opposite.
CARPETED STAIRS UP TO….SECOND LANDING…
FAMILY BATHROOM WC
Bath, separate shower cubicle with thermostatically controlled shower, wash basin and WC.
KING SIZE BEDROOM
Lovely bedroom to the front with king size bed and fabulous views through its two large sash windows.
HEATING
Oil fired central heating.
DOGS
This property welcomes 2 small or medium size dogs or 1 large dog.
NEW PROPERTY available to book from MAY 2026
AT A GLANCE …
Sleeps 5 in three bedrooms. 1 x king, 1 x single and 1 x twin bedroom
A beautifully presented and much loved mid-terrace Victorian town house full of character and charm
Wonderful views
Parking for one car
Small, private courtyard to rear
Set in a truly enviable location, looking down onto the river and harbour beyond, Captains Retreat provides very comfortable accommodation set over three floors.
Full of character and charm this Victorian town house occupies one of the best positions in Boscastle with parking and a small, private outdoor space too.
The Valency river which runs in front of Captains Retreat, tumbles into the picturesque National Trust harbour about 300 yards away. Just opposite you will find the famous Witches musuem and Harbour Light cafe.
Boscastle offers a selection of lovely little shops and cafes plus the Riverside restaurant with its super terraced garden. The historic Cobweb Inn which can date back to the 1700s and the Wellington pub (a former coaching inn which dates back to the 16th century), provide a great choice between two rather special licensed premises which also serve great food.
On the way out of Boscastle (heading north on the B3263), you will find the rather splendid Boscastle Farm Shop. This fabulous shop has a licensed cafe serving the very best local ingredients on its menu including an awesome selection of delicious home-made quiches and roasted meats.
Just 3 miles away is the beautiful, St Nectan's Glen and Waterfalls, with cafe and woodland walk. The perfect place to visit if you have a couple of hours to spare.
Set in a designated area of outstanding natural beauty with splendid walks through Valency Valley, the coastal footpath is close at hand, and the beaches of Trebarwith Strand and Crackington Haven are approximately 7 miles away respectively.
Tintagel, with its King Arthur legends, is 3 miles and the picturesque fishing village of Port Isaac is a 30-minute drive and was the filming location for the popular television series Doc Martin as well as being home to the Fisherman's Friends.
Outside
There is a sweet and sunny, enclosed courtyard at the back of the property with bistro table and chairs.
The local area
If you’ve always dreamt of staying in a proper old fisherman’s cottage and falling asleep to the sound of the sea, choose a holiday in Boscastle, and we promise you’ll fall in love with this tiny fishing village.
Set in a steep, narrow ravine between Tintagel and Crackington Haven in North Cornwall, little has changed here over the years and Boscastle remains beautifully unspoilt. Pretty stone houses with wonky rooftops and white-washed cottages cling to the banks of the River Valency as it winds down to a sheltered natural harbour and medieval stone quay.
Holidays in Boscastle are idyllic, perfect for romantic getaways. Soak up stunning sea views, indulge in cream teas and real Cornish ale at the handful of cafes and pubs and browse the selection of shops, potteries and galleries. There’s even a quirky museum of witchcraft and magic!
Aside from the picture-perfect old buildings, the main draw to Boscastle is the stunning coastal scenery. Pack a picnic and walk along the South West Coast Path, passing Boscastle’s blowhole and up onto the headlands. From here, you can walk all the way to Tintagel, with a well-deserved break at Bossiney Cove, whilst being treated to spectacular scenery and never-ending sea views.
You can also follow in the footsteps of famous novelist Thomas Hardy by walking through the wooded valley to St Juliot’s church. Hardy worked as an architect during the renovation of the church, when he met, and fell in love, with his wife Emma. Unsurprisingly, the romance inspired many of his most famous novels and poems.
From Boscatle, you can enjoy some of Cornwall’s most magical days out. Visit the dramatic cliff top ruins of Tintagel Castle, the legendary birthplace of King Arthur, and marvel at the 60ft waterfall of St Nectan’s Glen. Watch surfers riding the huge Atlantic waves at Trebarwith Strand, or don a wetsuit and join a lesson with Trebarwith Surf School to give it a go yourself. To top it all off, grab a bottle of wine and some reusable cups and follow the coast path to the impressive geological peephole, the Lady’s Window, then sit down and watch the sunset – it’s sure to be the highlight of your Boscastle holiday.
Parking
There is parking for one small to medium size car directly in front of Captains Retreat. Additional parking is available via the nearby pay and display car park in Boscastle.
Additional information
This property will accommodate a maximum of 5 people plus infant.
This property welcomes 1 small or medium size dog. Pet policy applies.
Highchair – not available.
