Bedruthan Steps · Cornwall
1 Karn Havos
“A stunning contemporary eco-home with irresistible sea views”
From £1,295 / week
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At a Glance
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3 bedrooms, sleeps 6
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2 sea-view balconies
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4-minute drive or 30 minute walk to Mawgan Porth
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Outdoor shower and surf store
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5-minute walk to the South West Coast Path
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Pet-friendly property, 2 dogs welcome
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5-minute drive to Newquay Airport
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2 parking spaces with EV charger
About the cottage
About 1 Karn Havos
Discover 1 Karn Havos near the coastal village of Mawgan Porth — a calm, design-led base just moments from the beach and the South West Coast Path. Set within a contemporary development shaped by Cornwall’s landscape, Karn Havos is a striking collection of homes featuring award-winning, zero-carbon smart design, blending luxury with eco-technology and breathtaking coastal outlooks.
Inside, light-filled spaces invite you to truly unwind after days exploring the shoreline and countryside. Whether you’re planning a family escape or a couples’ retreat, Karn Havos offers an effortless, stylish stay in one of North Cornwall’s most-loved seaside spots.
In under a five-minute walk, you can be soaking up views towards the dramatic sea stacks at Bedruthan Steps — though you may be just as happy enjoying the panoramas from the comfort of this exceptional home. Designed with upside-down living to maximise sea views, 1 Karn Havos offers 2,500 square feet of coastal elegance. For the best vantage point, head upstairs to the contemporary open-plan living space, with a vaulted ceiling, expansive windows, a private balcony, and an ocean view beyond. Sink into the sumptuous sofas and, when the Cornish sun dips, settle in with the 65″ Samsung Frame Smart TV.
The modern kitchen is fully equipped with a premium suite of integrated appliances for effortless cooking, including a wine fridge and Nespresso Vertuo coffee machine. Enjoy drinks out on the glass-fronted balcony, while the large round dining table comfortably seats six for relaxed family dinners. Prefer to eat outdoors? Step straight onto the dedicated dining terrace adjacent to the kitchen — a standout spot with indulgent sea views and a generous table with bench seating.
The three beautifully appointed bedrooms are located on the ground floor. The master suite is a serene retreat, featuring a lavish king-size bed, sea views, sliding patio doors to the outside, and a private en-suite with walk-in shower. Bedroom two also benefits from an en-suite, direct outdoor access and ocean glimpses, with a zip ‘n’ link bed that can be made as a super-king or twins. The third bedroom offers flexible twin/double sleeping and sits conveniently beside the family bathroom, complete with a large bath and shower over — a blissful place for a post-adventure soak.
Outside the two front-facing bedrooms, a peaceful patio area is perfect for morning coffee and fresh Cornish air. There’s also an outdoor shower for rinsing off sandy toes, plus a surf store for beach kit. Guests will appreciate two private parking spaces, with an optional EV charger. Meaning you’re always ready to explore the best of what Cornwall has to offer.
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Facilities
High-quality bed linen and towels are provided at all of Cornish Secrets properties.
Where a cot is supplied, guests are kindly asked to bring their own cot bedding.
- Bedroom one features a king size bed, sea views and outside access with patio doors. There’s a wall-mounted smartTV, wardrobe and chest of drawers. The ensuite features a walk-in shower, WC, basin and heated towel rail.
- Bedroom two features a zip-and-link (set as a super-king or twins) sea views and outside access with patio doors. There’s a wall-mounted smartTV, wardrobe and chest of drawers. The ensuite features a walk-in shower, WC, basin and heated towel rail.
- Bedroom three has two single beds, which can be arranged as a double, plus plenty of storage.
- The family bathroom features a bath with shower over, WC, basin and heated towel rail.
- Utility room with Bosch washing machine and Bosch tumble dryer.
- Modern kitchen, with large island, sink and wine fridge. There’s a Siemens oven, microwave and hob, plus a built-in Neff dishwasher, Electrolux fridge freezer, Nespresso Vertuo coffee machine, SMEG toaster and SMEG kettle.
- Dining space with round wooden table and six chairs.
- Living area with two large sofas and armchair. There’s a large 65” Samsung Frame smartTV, and large selection of board games. Access to front balcony with sea views, two bistro chairs and small table.
- A second sea-view balcony with dining table and benches to seat eight.
- Outdoor surf shower and surf store.
- Small paved area outside bedroom one and bedroom two, plus two fold up chairs.
- Outdoor communal space, which is a meadow seeded area with pathways leading to each property.
- Two private parking spaces with use of EV charger (additional charge applies).
- Sadly, the steps to Bedruthan Steps beach are currently closed following a rock fall in 2019, making them too dangerous to use. While the National Trust are working on the infrastructure, it is not advised to find alternative access to the beach.
Location
Bedruthan Steps, Cornwall
Out & about
Close to 1 Karn Havos
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Mawgan Porth Beach
Beach1.1 miles · 6 min drive · 22 min walk
A gorgeous, sheltered sandy beach with gentle waves making it an ideal place for have your first go at surfing
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Mawgan Porth
Village1.1 miles · 6 min drive · 22 min walk
A small, unpretentious village with a good surf beach, a handful of places to eat and an easy, unhurried pace.
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High Cove
Beach0.5 miles · 5 min drive · 10 min walk
A quieter cove reached on foot along the coast path, with rock pools and far fewer visitors than the main beach below.
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Carnewas Tea Room
Food & drink0.1 miles · 2 min walk
The National Trust tea room at Carnewas — good coffee, homemade cake and a terrace overlooking the clifftop.
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Catch
Food & drink1.1 miles · 6 min drive · 22 min walk
A well-regarded seafood restaurant in Mawgan Porth — the catch is local and the menu changes to reflect what's in season.
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Merrymoor Inn
Food & drink1.2 miles · 6 min drive · 24 min walk
The Merrymoor is a proper Cornish pub: reliable food, real ales and a garden that catches the evening sun.
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Park Head
Landmark1.4 miles · 6 min drive · 28 min walk
A National Trust headland with wide Atlantic views and the remains of an Iron Age cliff castle — worth the short walk.
Local knowledge
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About Bedruthan Steps
Your corner of Cornwall.
Karn Havos is equidistant from two Cornish hotspots; just 7 miles from Newquay and Padstow so you’re in a great location to explore what Cornwall has to offer.
The closest accessible beach is Mawgan Porth, and it’s the perfect location to relax, boasting acres of soft golden sand for all age groups to enjoy and is a 30-minute walk along the coast path or five minute drive away. In contrast to the huge, rugged north Cornwall cliffs, this award-winning west-facing beach is brilliant for sandcastles, but also rewards you with spectacular all-year-round sunsets, rock pooling, body boarding and beach walking. You cannot find a more select, peaceful choice for your holiday than here, so let yourself unwind.
Two miles away you’ll find Mawgan Porth Golf Club, a stunning 18-hole, heathland course which is nestled on a hilltop affording some fabulous sea views while you line up your shot. It offers open rolling greens and challenging wind-swept holes, for all standards of player. Or if relaxation is more your game, you’re less than a mile from Bedruthan Hotel & Spa and five-star adults-only The Scarlet Spa.
If you are a nature lover, there are wonderfully scenic walks along the cliff tops here, jewelled in summer with sea pinks and gorse. The cliff geology provides a dramatic backdrop to the gentle flat of the bay, dominated by rugged rocks.
Newquay is of course renowned for its beaches, which are amazingly clean, and generally dotted with surfers (it is a surfing mecca). Nearby Watergate Bay – just three miles away – is perfect for kitesurfing and windsurfing, or try your hand at kayaking, coasteering, surf rafting and plenty of other adrenaline sports. The key towan beaches, Towan, Lusty Glaze, Tolcarne and Great Western, are all pretty sheltered and safe for swimming, too. The surfing is unmatched – Fistral Beach offers a world-class surfing experience. A trip to Pollyjoke Beach is well worth a walk. Off the beaten track, it is a beautiful little cove set away from the main activity of Newquay. In spring, the beach is overlooked by dramatic huge fields of red poppies.
Time spent in Padstow will be filled with fun and food! Every foodie in the UK knows Padstow is the place to come to experience the best fresh locally sourced ingredients and in particular, seafood! See our favourite places to eat in Padstow, here.
Celebrity chef, Rick Stein, has a number of businesses here including a cafe, a delicatessen, a bakery, a restaurant and his famous fish and chips. Rick isn’t the only move and shaker in town though and Padstow has many strings to its bow, including No.6 by Paul Ainsworth. There is a good mix of foods here too and a pasty from Malcolm Barnecutt’s bakery is just as well advised, followed by a famous Roskilly’s ice cream.
Pricing & Availability
1 Karn Havos is available weekly from a Saturday.
Other arrival dates and short breaks may also be available out of peak time.
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Good to know
- Booking fee £35 non-refundable
- Refundable damage deposit £200
- Dogs £50/dog/week – 2 dogs welcome.
The damage deposit is held for the stay and returned within two weeks of departure, subject to deductions for any damage. All bookings are subject to our Terms & Conditions.
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