Captain Blake's Retreat is the ultimate get-away-from-it-all hideaway.
Wow, just look at this location!
The entrance leads straight into the sitting-area, with the kitchen and bedroom beyond.
Just imagine waking up to that view!
The perfect place to enjoy the sun rise and set over the glistening blue sea.
Perched high on the cliff, above stunning Whitsand Bay with no near neighbours and reached only by foot, this is second to none.
There are comfy sofas and a TV for cosy evenings in.
Sit back, relax and watch the comings and goings of coastal life - from sailing vessels to dolphins.
Located on Captain Blake's Point, named after a 17th Century Commander of the Commonwealth who took his last voyage past this coastline.
The panoramic views look towards the Rame Head Heritage Coast in one direction.
Dining al fresco is an absolute must here.
Enjoy lazy mornings and breakfast in bed.
The open plan living-room is both spacious and stylish.
Dive into the king-size bed after a day out and about exploring this 'forgotten corner of Cornwall'.
The bedroom has been beautifully decorated and styled.
Have a leisurely lunch in the great outdoors with the stunning view reaching out in front of you.
The incredible view can be enjoyed from the dining-table too.
The interior is just gorgeous.
The toasty wood-burner will keep you cosy out-of-season.
Very well-equipped, the kitchen includes an electric cooker, microwave, dishwasher and fridge (with freezer).
The shower-room is really spacious.
A hot shower awaits after a day exploring the coast path.
Every little detail has been carefully thought out and provided.
What will you spot with the binoculars?
Seeing as you are staying at Captain Blake's Retreat, why not try and learn some Royal Navy lingo?
A nod to the name and the location's past.
Will you spot any dolphins or porpoises?
The theme runs throughout.
Whether you're a captain or not, this is the place to escape from modern life.
Your four-legged friend is more than welcome to join you here.
You'll want to return here time and time again.
The outdoor shower is ideal for rinsing off sandy dogs and bodies.
At low tide, there is a 3 mile stretch of golden sand.
The coast path heads over to the Rame Head Heritage Coast in one direction (the Mount Edgcumbe Estate is well worth a visit).
Exploring the coast path is a must - tracks lead from the path down to the beach below.
The beach never gets busy, so you can enjoy it as you wish.
Truly a one-of-a-kind location.
Wander along Wiggle Cliff to Captain Blakes's Point.
The perfect getaway.
Lose yourself in this landscape.
A stay here is worth every step from the parking-area.
The nearby pretty twinned villages of Kingsand and Cawsand.
The folly on the Mount Edgcumbe Estate with views across Plymouth Sound to the city of Plymouth.
Captain Blake's Retreat
43302.2 miles SE of Whitsand Bay | Sleeps 2 (no children under 12)
7 Nights from £781
Ms Cummins December 2019
Wow, what a property! From booking, to communication with classic cottages to finally Captain Blake’s we couldn’t have asked for anything more. Beautifully located and became our slice of heaven over the New Years holidays. Everything we could have wanted was catered for and the lack of WiFi was welcomed. The surrounding landscape was spectacular and provided many lovely walks for us and our pooches. We truly were sad to leave and look forward to staying again at Captain Blake’s....
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Reply from Classic Cottages
It's so lovely to hear that you managed to spend a wonderful few days at Captain Blake's Retreat over the New Year getting some well deserved rest and relaxation following the Christmas madness! That view and those surroundings truly are the perfect antidote to the normal everyday and we do hope to welcome you back again very soon! Bryony, Customer Support ...
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Mrs Weeks December 2020
Thank you Classic Cottages for a wonderful stay at Captain Blake's Retreat. It's absolutely the idyllic location for a restful getaway situated on the cliff of Whitsand Bay, overlooking the ocean, and with no other houses close by. The interior is tastefully decorated creating a calm restful atmosphere, clean and modern. The kitchen is well equipped, and perfect for self catering. We really enjoyed watching the sunset over the ocean with a glass of wine, or having a morning cup of tea watching the waves roll in, or even a pod of dolphins playing in the sea. The location is perfect for walks, great coastal paths around Rame head, or across the fields to Cawsand and Kingsands. If you are returning after dark be sure to have a torch, and sturdy footwear, the path from the car park, can be a bit slippery and hard to see with the overgrown plants. Although it was in an isolated location, it was still close enough for day trips to Fowey, Dartmouth, and Plymouth. We can absolutely recommend the fabulous new Plymouth art gallery The Box, currently housing an amazing exhibition celebrating 400 years since the Mayflower sailed from Plymouth to the new world/America. And also its' permanent exhibits, galleries, collections and archives are fabulous, and well worth a visit for those alone. We also enjoyed visiting Mount Edgecumbe Estate, although the house is currently closed, the grounds are impressive with fabulous views across Plymouth Harbour, and a lovely Orangery serving the best Cream Tea. Although we visited in Winter, there was so much to enjoy in the area, or just have days hibernating with a good book by the fire. We loved the wild location, being surrounded by nature, and the sea, we will definitely be returning! Thank you! ...
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Reply from Classic Cottages
Thank you for your great review of Captain Blake's Retreat. Your lcoal recommendations are fantastic and we are sure will help future guests! We are so happy that you had a brilliant time and enjoyed watching the sunsets each evening - how idyllic! We look forward to welcoming you back in the future. Sarah, Customer Support ...
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Mrs Clayton November 2020
It was the perfect remote, socially distancing get-away.
Mrs Wild October 2020
The property is in a stunning location with incredible views. If you like the outdoors, wildlife with peace and quiet then you will love it here. We could have happily stayed on longer than a week. Captain Blake’s is a lovely cozy, well equipped and comfortable place to stay. Thank you to Tamar who met us and even pushed our luggage on arrival. She was very helpful through out our stay. We will be back!...
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Mr Baldwin September 2020
We had an absolutely amazing week. The property is simply excellent. The location is amazing. Waking up to the view was breathtaking. We will certainly be back.
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