Merlin Farm Holiday Cottages Cornwall

29/08/2026

Beach House Vibes - Salt Air & Slow Days 🌊☀️

Dreaming of slow mornings, fresh sea air and long summer days? Make next summer one to remember at Merlin Farm.

Enjoy the best of both worlds - easy access to the coast, with your own peaceful countryside retreat to come home to. 🌿 Escape the crowds, slow the pace and wake up surrounded by open countryside and nature.

Think cosy beach-house vibes, family time, fresh coastal air and plenty of space to simply switch off.

🗓️ Planning ahead for Summer 2027? Now’s the perfect time to book your coastal countryside escape.

Sea days, slow days and memories made at Merlin Farm.

24/08/2026

I may be biased, but isn’t Mawgan Porth Beach just the best?!

Has Mawgan Porth captured your heart? 🫶❤️

So lucky to have this beautiful beach within walking distance of our home and business 🌊

23/08/2026

Summer holidays may not be quite over yet, but October half term is already filling up! 🍂

We’ve just got one last cottage available at Merlin Farm for the October half term - and you can also enjoy 10% off when you book by 31 August.

Fancy a cosy Cornish countryside getaway this autumn? 🍁 Don’t miss your chance! Take a look at Porthcothan Cottage on our website - 🔗 in bio

18/08/2026

Our remaining key 2026 dates are booking fast! 🍂🎄🥂

If you’re still looking for an October Half Term or festive getaway there are just 1 or 2 cottages remaining at Merlin Farm Cottages - 10% early booking discount expires on 31 August so now is the time to secure your dates.

Imagine crisp coastal walks, hearty pub lunches and fresh sea air, before heading back to your cosy cottage to curl up beside the warmth of the log-burning stove.

🍂 October half term - 1 cottage left. 10% discount on 5+ night stays
🎄 Christmas - 2 cottages left. 10% discount on 7 night stays
🥂 New Year - 2 cottages left. 10% discount on 7 night stays

16/08/2026

A coast walking kinda day ❤️ From Watergate Bay to Mawgan Porth, with a warm breeze, salty air and those Cornish views we never tire of 🌊🥾

Looking for a place to stay in Cornwall with direct access to walks with views like this? Check out the link in our bio

14/08/2026

Did that emergency alert make you jump?

⚠️Be careful
🏡Protect your community
🌿Preserve our countryside
🧑‍🚒Support our fire service
❤️ Stay safe

12/08/2026

12/08/2026

One spark from a tractor topping a field, after hitting a stone, was all it took. Just fields away, and within half an hour, this was the sight that led to a full evacuation.

It’s a stark reminder of just how vulnerable we are and how quickly things can change. I’m incredibly grateful for the swift action of our amazing fire brigade and our brave neighbour for his help creating a fire break in his digger, ultimately keeping us all and the farm safe.

The warm weather is glorious, but it comes with consequences. Wildfires are a very real danger, and never before have I wanted it to rain so much!

The sight of the flames, the thick smoke and the loud crackling as the fire raced towards our home and business — followed by the moment I was told by the fire officer to evacuate — is something that will stay with me for a very long time. I genuinely never thought I’d be sleeping in my own bed last night. So, so lucky. ❤️

I’m so sorry I couldn’t immediately answer everyone’s concerned calls and messages checking that we were OK. I was frantically trying to update guests and family (I was alone as Darrel was away for the day sailing during Falmouth Week, and Ashleigh and Jason were also away for the day) while keeping the phone line clear for updates from the fire officer — all while watching my phone battery slowly drain. I left the house with nothing, not even a phone charger! So I was a bit teary and very shaky and I can only imagine our poor guests must have been worrying if their holiday would be cut short.

I was so heart-warmed reading the messages and comments from friends and the local community offering help. It was incredibly kind, and I honestly can’t thank you enough.

Then, waking up early this morning, the air is fresh and pure — almost as though nothing ever happened!

Looking forward to a little less drama today, and enjoying watching the solar eclipse with friends and family. 🌅

So close. So lucky. ❤️

The first two photos were taken by Steine Hawkey - thank you so much.

The last photo was taken by one of our cottage guests, watching anxiously from over at the Travellers Rest.

11/08/2026

Well, it really is a miracle that the farm escaped completely unscathed after a field fire broke out just a few fields away.

With the heat and strong winds today, within just half an hour the fire had spread incredibly quickly and dangerously towards the farm. At around 3:30pm, we were told to evacuate. 😭

I felt so emotional having to leave our home, but my focus had to be on keeping it together, contacting all of our guests, making sure everyone was evacuated and keeping them updated.

Around 10 fire engines from stations across the county were fighting the flames, and thankfully they managed to get the fire under control.

Then, at around 7pm, we finally got the news we had been desperately hoping for — none of the buildings at Merlin Farm had been damaged and we could all return. ❤️

While we waited anxiously for news, a huge thank you to the Mawgan Porth Golf Club for letting us camp out there and for keeping us supplied with drinks.

It’s hard to put into words the relief and gratitude we feel tonight. A terrifying few hours, but we are incredibly thankful to the firefighters and a brave neighbour who helped keep the farm and everyone here safe. 🙏❤️

Many thanks to Steine Hawkey for the photos

11/08/2026