Verdun

Dear Tina and family, you have created the perfect dream escape for many people like Jim, my husband and I, who came to Verdun running away from frenetic jobs and routines, looking for stunning views to take long walks, lazy afternoons with a book in our hands, watching the sun sink in the sea just in front of our eyes, and a beautiful house where no matter where you look to find care and love for detail. Every corner in your house invited us to relax and enjoy, and definitely the greeting hamper was a real treat for us. Whitsand Bay, Cawsand, Looe, Polperro are already marked as special places in our lovely memory map. This has been a truly magical week, so thank you. We cannot wait to come back and fall in love with Cornwall more and more!

We had the most relaxing time which is exactly what we wanted from our mini moon. Verdun’s sea views in the morning and evening are just beautiful and relaxing from the hot tub and decking area.

We loved staying in Verdun, it was beautifully designed and decorated throughout. The place was very well equipped for every requirement. It is part of a hilltop community (with neighbours), however you feel as though you are the only property on the cliff face with the most amazing changing views. Tina, our host was fantastic, really helpful and left a wonderful Cornish welcoming hamper. Am so glad we stayed here.

Verdun is a beautiful place to stay in a stunning location. The perfect place to relax, recharge and explore Whitsand Bay and the surrounding area.

This is our second visit and we will be booking for next year very soon. We have stayed in many dog friendly cottages over the years but this is our favourite by far.

Thank you for the most lovely relaxing stay. The chalet is just beautiful and has so many thoughtful touches which made us feel right at home.

Verdun is the most beautiful and peaceful place to stay. It is so well decorated and feels really cosy. The bed is wonderfully comfortable and everything you could possibly need has been supplied. The dog treats, wine, milk, cheese other goodies were also well received. The kitchen is really well supplied, there was nothing missing as far as we could see. The lounge area was very comfortable and of course the views over the sea were fantastic. I cannot believe how calm and blue the sea looked most of the time. We did have one dull day and one very wintery and misty day but for the rest of our stay the weather was beautiful and it was so nice to sit on the deck and take in the sea views. We didn't use the BBQ but we did use the summerhouse and the hot tub, it was lovely to be able to read our books in such a calm and beautiful place and we do hope to come back for another stay. We did have one small query when we first arrived, but Tina replied to our text so quickly to help us. I've never ever had such a quick response whilst on holiday, so thank you Tina.

We had four wonderful days at your beautiful cottage. Not only did we marvel the decorations, but also the fact that the kitchen was so perfectly equipped, making the stay very relaxed. We felt welcomed and appreciated the gift basket that waited for us when we arrived. The Conrish weather did not show its best side and we stayed in for two full days, avoiding heavy storms and rain. Perfect windows for stormwatching. We hope to come back!

A perfect retreat, private but easy to get to, full of little conveniences and comforts. The sundrenched garden, terrace and living room are so restful. The garden and summerhouse must be experienced to be believed!

Amazing and wonderful overall! Very thoughtful to leaves us booklet on how to use everything. Leaving things in fridge and bread and oil, coffee, teas... Going so far as to provide cling film and detergents... I have nothing but praise and would love to return again.. You not just meet our expectations, you went above and beyond! Thank you!!!?? Ivana Sabol

Excellent, nothing more to be said.Both boutique-resort staff members I spoke to were courteous and helpful, quickly responding to my queries. Nothing to be improved.

It was an absolutely perfect and incredible stay at Verdun, This house is a little paradise on the cliffs with a fantastic view. Verdun is a perfect retreat from everyday life and has a great feel-good ambience. We didn't feel the need to go out to a restaurant and always stayed happy in the cottage every evening, watching the sun go down.

Unfortunately we have to leave the cottage again today. We spent four uniquely beautiful days here and we really enjoyed the cosy and beautifully furnished spaces with the surroundings! Here you simply forget the time and everything that is happening in the world...we wish you all the best!

We both thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Verdun. The weather was good so we got the chance to enjoy the outdoor spaces and the summer house in particular. It is the perfect location with spectacular views and beautiful sunsets.

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Best equipped holiday let we have stayed in! We experienced all weather but nothing took away from the fantastic views. Thank you.

I was looking for somewhere special to stay to celebrate my birthday and partial retirement and wow did I find it! Your home is stunning and a fabulous place to stay. We had mixed weather, but the views were breathtaking. The hot tub was so relaxing and I loved having use of the summer house to read a book. Thank you for allowing us to share your property, we will be back at some point!

We had a wonderful week in your fabulous home on the cliffs. Fantastic location and such a beautiful property with everything you could need. The view is amazing and we enjoyed some lovely walks along the coast path.

The Verdun is a very special place if your celebrating a special occasion either a anniversary, honeymoon or just to get away from it all this is the place to visit to relax and reconnect on a different level. So peaceful and beautiful, it’s absolutely stunning and totally recommended

What a blissful stay we have had at Verdun! Your labour of love has been such a grand escape for us city folk. The attention to detail, the warmth, the views! We have cherished it all! Thank you for sharing a wonderful piece of heaven with us! Hope life brings us back here again soon!

Verdun was everything I was hoping it to be. Relaxing with great views and in comfort. Could not have asked for more. A great walk to Rame Heead along the coast and gave much needed exercise, followed by relaxation. I will miss the view.

This is a stunning getaway with every detail perfectly crafted. This cabin has everything you need - and everything you didn’t know you needed! Expertly designed and Tina is on hand to share knowledge and is extremely accommodating. Gorgeous location, flawless views whether it’s gloomy and moody or continuous sunshine. We can’t wait to book our next stay.

Fantastic spot right on the coast, superb views. Parking and location make it one of the best spots in Whitsand. Great fireworks for New Year across the bay.

The chalet has the most amazing views, we wasted hours watching the rain and sun come over the ocean! The views of the sunset from the hot tub were absolutely stunning! The interior was modern with a little rustic nautical twist. Everything we needed and more was supplied, every eventually thought of. Location was perfect for us, places around to walk to for a bite to eat or a drink or 2. A fabulous place to do absolutely nothing! And watch the world go by. Just what we needed

Stunning place in an amazing location. Would highly recommend….

Wow, an amazing week to celebrate our 25th wedding anniversary. We had brilliant weather all week. Verdun is amazing, with the hot tub where we watched the stars and the sea. Would love to come again.

Four cosy and spectacular days - thank you for your hospitality in a unique house.

We had such a lovely stay at Verdun. The weather was great, the sunsets superb and the accommodation just what we needed, it was so relaxing. Tina the host was so nice and was there if you needed anything.

Wow wow wow! The most amazing place to stay. The interior is very well done everything you need is provided and all at the highest quality. Outside, a great deck area with beautiful sea views with a perfect sun house at the top of the garden to spend evenings once the sun goes down. This is a place we will keep coming back to.

Stunning place. You won't be disappointed.

Absolutely beautiful. Gorgeous views and great surroundings. We could not have asked for more. We hope to be back sometime and would definitely recommend.

A beautiful retreat, stunning views and a wonderful few days away. Thank you for the lovely hamper and dog treats for Marty! You have thought of everything, we did not want to leave and will remember this holiday forever! We loved how relaxing and calm this place was and will highly recommend Verdun as a place to stay. Thank you!

The best place we could have imagined to spend our honeymoon - absolutely beautiful and so secluded, though within easy reach of stunning beaches. We can’t wait to come back!

This cabin was the most amazing breathtakingly beautiful place we have ever stayed!

A wonderful place, beautifully equipped. Of all of the holiday accomodation we have been in, this has been the best. Tine is a wonderful host, nothing is too much trouble. The welcome hamper was amazing too.

Verdun, you have given my mind some peace and tranquillity. I have smiled, I have relaxed, I have enjoyed myself, I have felt comfortable, I have felt calm. Thank you. Thank you for a wonderful stay in the sunshine.

A simply stunning property in the perfect location. Thank you for an incredible week!

Verdun is a beautiful, special place. We enjoyed the spectacular views every day. Whatever the weather, we loved every minute, especially the hot tub!

Thank you so much Tina! It was amazing to return to the lovely Verdun, which was as amazing as it was in 2020 when we first visited! It felt extra special celebrating our third wedding anniversary here. Everything was so perfect. Plenty of memories made and pictures taken. We will definitely be back in the future!

Thanks so much Tina, we had a lovely time here. Verdun had everything we needed and the hot tub views were lovely! We loved the cliff paths around here, particularly the stretch from Kingsand to Cremyll.

This place feels like home. My third visit in as many years and it always brings me a sense of peace and calm. Thank you again Tina for everything. The weather this year was not so kind as previous years but that meant we spent more time reading, eating and watching the weather changes coming over the sea. Til next time.

What an amazing time we have had. Verdun is a very special place. Breakfast at The Old Bakery in Kingsand is a real treat as are the amazing cakes and breads. Long walks everyday has been a highlight. Our paradise being the walk to St Michaels Chapel- stunning. We will miss the hot tub, but we are heading back to Hertfordshire with BIG smiles and so many wonderful memories. Thank you Tina.

As the first stop of our honeymoon. It was misty and late. Tina kept tabs on our progress to make sure we arrived safely. Once in, we noticed a lovely hamper filled with goodies (Thank you Tina). The next morning we awoke to some absolutely amazing views and increadible weather. The great weather lasted our entre trip. We enjoyed many walks on the beach with our dog & exploring the surrounding area. The salty dog is lovely, very dog friendly - well worth a visit. We also loved our day out in looe.

A lovely relaxed feeling at this chalet. Lovely energies and the most amazing view. Would highly recommend. It is perfect for reflecting and healing. We loved all the little clues of your life together with Terry. What a beautiful lodge. I can feel the love from here. Ronnie loved it here too Thank you for allowing dogs we noticed that it is a very dog friendly area what a bonus. I feel sure this will be the first of many visits. We feel exceptionally blessed to have found this heaven on earth.

A truly amazing place with ever changing views that refresh the soul - Verdun is now the top of the list of favourite holiday cottages. We will be back! Thank you for creating such a special place.

Thank you Tina for sharing this fabulous place to stay with us. We had a wonderful time, both in heatwaves and rain. I cannot fault the accommodation. We found everything we needed and the kitchen was so well equipped. The welcome basket on arrival was fabulous and on departure, we felt utterly relaxed. We left with many happy memories, thank you.

A cosy home away from home to relax and recharge the batteries. There is no better view anywhere else in the country.

Thank you for such a beautiful stay at Verdun!

You went above and beyond to make our honeymoon special.

We have loved staying here and will definitely be returning to Cornwall.

What a place. It is just perfect in every way. A fabulous spot with amazing views. The summer house is so peaceful. It is a grat place to chill and just dream that you could live here forever. We have had the best time here this week, we have met lovely people and enjoyed exploring. Thank you for allowing us into your perfect home.

We are really sad to leave this slice of heaven, and we wished for time to slow down. The view is probably the best we've ever had from a holiday property and the house has provided everything we could possibly need. We divided our time between the beach and the garden. The weather was glorious sunshine all weekwith a lovely sea breeze most of the time. We would love to return in the future.

We had a wonderful stay in Verdun in this peaceful setting. The sea looked different everyday and the sunsets are amazing.

A beautiful house and environment. Thanks for the memories.

We hit the weather jackpot! Fantastic accomodation, wonderful neighbours and an all round awesome holiday! Worth every penny!

Stunning location, stunning setting, stunning clifftop chalet. The owner has thought of everything, and the little touches to make it that bit more special are very much appreciated. Any questions raised via text were very promptly responded to - and very informative in response. Peace, serenity and calm - with the most stunning scenery, relaxation and recharging accomplished... Hoping we'll be back in 23

Fantastic retreat and the views and interior was amazing. 5*

A beautiful property in a fantastic location. The extra facilities in the garden were a real bonus with stunning views out to sea from the front.

Verdun is just perfect. Beautifully finished and everything you could ever need. After postponing our initial booking for a year, we have been treated with some fine weather for the most part. Currently sitting here on our last evening on the sun deck at the top with drinks in hand and the sun glistening on the sea. Hopefully we will be back and will certainly look to stay at Verdun again. Thank you, Tina, for sharing this and for the welcome pack.

You’d be hard pressed to find a more beautiful location. The views were amazing. The cottage itself is also of a very high standard and very well maintained. A perfect break from reality!

What a beautiful property and those views! Wow! Very relaxing, even through the high winds.

Tina was an outstanding host of the most fabulous place. She was welcoming, accommodating and kind and Verdun was a uniquely beautiful house in a superb location.

We had a lovely weekend. The chalet is extremely comfy and well equpped for every eventuality. We were so lucky with the weather so took the opportunity to enjoy the view from every layer of the garden. Many thanks,

Truly magical, everything about Verdun is beautiful

Had a very relaxing stay at this lovely comfortable retreat with its lovely views down the coast. We especially appreciated the lovely welcome hamper and the summerhouse with its own fridge keeping the wine nicely chilled for the evening sunset. We went down to the beach on several occasions which was lovely with a steep climb back up which certainly got the heart thumping. We'd definitely recommend Verdun and boutique retreats where you know you'll get a very nice retreat.

Verdun, the most idyllic and beautiful retreat we could’ve asked for!! What an absolute magical place. It's been a true pleasure to be able to have experienced such a beautiful gem of a place here in Cornwall and to celebrate our joint 40th Birthday's child free. Tina was an amazing host, always checking we have everything and both the house and summer house is exeptionally equipped. We have enjoyed time on the deck and hot tub and those views- just wow. Tina, we cannot thank you enough for letting us share your amazing retreat and even though we are sad to leave, a piece of Verdun will be in our hearts forever.

Beautiful, idyllic and the host was lovely & helpful.

Verdun is a space that has been created from love and is cared for lovingly. It is such a beautiful space. Tina was wonderful - so helpful. There to meet us, she showed us round. There were so many small touches that shifted it from a rental space to feeling like home while we were there. It's a little piece of blissfulness and yumminess.

This is a perfect retreat with a perfect host.

After spending 5 days at the beautiful Verdun, it’s safe to say we didn’t want to leave. We finished our Devon & Cornwall honeymoon here and everything about Verdun is perfect, including Tina - the hostess with the mostest. Tina can’t do enough for you and Verdun speaks for itself. Highly recommend.

Verdun is a wonderful cottage that met all our expectations. The location and views are just amazing.

A truly magical honeymoon. What a Cornish Gem! Verdun is the perfect place to relax, chill and spend quality time. We looked for somewhere for our honeymoon after 3 wedding postponements from 2019. Verdun is a special place, stylish, chic and modern with an industrial twist.The weather wasn't on our side at all but one sunny day out of the 5 allowed us to take up surfing at Adventure Bay Surfing School- highly recommend! Tina couldn't have been better, the hamper of delights and fresh flowers were a beautiful touch. Thank you again.

Wonderful location, everything inside and outside the cottage that you’ll ever need, highest quality interiors and a beautiful welcome hamper to greet us, warm underfoot on chilly evenings and fabulous little touches everywhere

You can’t improve on perfection.

Amazing place to celebrate our honeymoon, after covid postponed our wedding in 2020. We were on the lookout for a place that simply was amazing. This place certainly was. Views are out of this world. First time we have enjoyed simply just chilling at our accomodation. The weather was hot and sunny so managed to eat at every table. Sunsets in the hot tub or just relaxing in the summerhouse. Toby our 15month old cocker spaniel also loved it. Thank you.

This is a beautiful little place with stunning views. With the added bonus of a hot tub; summerhouse and firepit! And the host, Tina, is so lovely; thoughtful and helpful.

Fabulous retreat, very comfortable and well equipped. Tina was a super host.

This is an absolutely gorgeous place to stay in a stunning location. The attention to detail is second to none and the views from the hot tub and summer room are just to die for! We loved it!

Absolutely beautiful, this property had it all, the house was furnished to the highest standards and nothing was forgotten, fresh flowers, a welcome hamper and a lovely phone call from Tina when we arrived. The little house at the top of the garden was wonderful, with its own fridge and blankets and an incredible view. The fire pit was a lovely addition to the house. I can’t recommend it enough.

Lovely luxury property. Very well equipped. Fabulous view. Hot tub is excellent and very private.I would definitely recommend this as a luxury retreat. Beach is a short walk away down the cliff - quite steep but worth the climb.

I cannot recommend this property highly enough, it is an immaculate property in a beautiful location. I hope to return one day.

Vedrun is a haven of peace and tranquility where the views are amazing from every angle. Watching the sun set from the hut tub was one we will truly remember for years to come. This is a little home with gorgeous five star luxuries and where a lot of thought has been put into the decor which is both subtle and amazing all in one. A place where we could chill, relax and rewind , we didn't realise we so needed it till we were there! No hesitation in recommending Tina' s property Verdun or Boutique Retreats , service and help was excellent. We shall be back. Thank you.

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay, using the hot tub twice daily ! The hamper on our arrival was a lovely touch & the red wine was very welcome after our journey.

This is a stunning retreat, spectacular views, amazing accommodation. Just perfect

Beautiful retreat, Perfect location, Fantastic host. Everything was perfect! The host had thought about everything and such fantastic quality, no expense spared. I will defo be returning.

A truly unique retreat to escape normality. Situated in the cliff tops with amazing sea views, this chalet has been beautifully decorated with attention to every detail. The hot tub, fire pit, summer house and offerings are fantastic and it was my favourite weekend away. Tina was so helpful and welcoming, it couldn't be better.

Verdun is a simply perfect retreat. Absolutely everything has been considered to ensure guests have the most wonderful stay. Tina, the host, has maximised the utterly jaw dropping views while also attending to detail (such as cosy throws in the summer house or the very well equipped kitchen). We didn’t want to leave but have the most fantastic memories to cherish.

Amazing place with the best views ever; loved everything about it. Tina left us a welcome hamper which is a lovely touch. She was very responsive and helpful to us. All in all it was just perfect. Thank you!

Verdun is the Mary Poppins of Boutique Retreats . . . Practically perfect in every way, we stayed the first week of March 2020, and although the weather was poor Verdun was perfect. The position on top of the cliff has views which are hard to beat and it is a great place to just come and while away the hours looking at the sea and the stars. Tina is the perfect host, we will be back.

Lovely accommodation that was very well equipped, where we experienced a relaxing break even with Storm Dennis blowing off the sea. The nearby beaches were just what we needed and were lovely to take the dog to. The hot tub was a great place to look at the stars. The owner was also very helpful throughout our stay.

I booked this as a surprise for my husbands birthday, we were after a chilled break somewhere we could switch off and relax and this was exactly what we got. The weather was pretty horrendous for the whole week but that didn't stop us relaxing listening to the hale stones, rain and watching the waves through the big lounge floor to ceiling windows was quite something. We also got to see a couple of beautiful sunsets which Tina had told us about. Overall the place is absolutely perfect there was nothing that we needed and couldn't find in the kitchen or in the whole place, everything has been covered. Tina had recommended we maybe think about doing an online shop for our arrival which i did and bless her she even took the delivery and packed it all away I loved the smell throughout the place from the reed diffusers that i came straight home and ordered some ;-) Thank you for such a wonderful break xx

Our Holiday felt like a dream come true, the accomodation looked amazing in the pictures but was better in real life, it rained for the majority of the stay but this really did not matter as this is the perfect place to stop, relax and unwind, Could not reccomend this enough already looking to rebook for next year.

'Verdun, What an absolute magical place. It's been a true pleasure to be able to have experienced such a beautiful gem of a place here in Cornwall and to celebrate our joint 40th Birthday's child free.

Tina was an amazing host, always checking we have everything and both the house and summer house is exeptionally equipped. We have enjoyed time on the deck and hot tub and those views- just wow. Tina, we cannot thank you enough for letting us share your amazing retreat and even though we are sad to leave, a piece of Verdun will be in our hearts forever' - January 2022

'What a better place to start married life than Verdun! Thank you so much to Tina and family for creating such a special retreat. We had a wonderful time enjoying the accomodation and surrounding areas. Thank you for a wonderful stay, we hope to return one day!' - November 2021

'Wow! What a fantastic week we had! The weather was glorious and we enjoyed so much during our time at Verdun. The cabin is fantastic and the views, just wow! We enjoyed watching the sunsets from the hot tub, and mornings in the summer house. The walk down to the beach kept us fit, and what a beautiful beach it is! Thank you Tina for the wonderful hamper and flowers. The cabin was so spotlessly clean and so well equipped! Tina is a super helpful and wonderful host! Thank you for creating such a wonderful holiday home! I shall remember what an absolute gem of a place this is and hope to return one day. We were sad to leave, but had a wonderful week and enjoyed time away from our busy lives!' - October 2021

'Thank you creating such a beautiful home for us all to enjoy. The styling of industrial meets seaside is outstanding and executed! Every convenience is at hand and everything is fabulously clean! Love it! We had one glorious day with sunshine and spent the afternoon in the summerhouse overlooking the fabulous views. Little too windy to enjoy the hottub but i bet it would have been fabulous. Again, Tina, was so helpful and we loved the hamper, which was royally demolished. Thank you again!' - October 2021

'Enjoyed our relaxing stay in this beautiful property. Stunning views and sunsets. Loved our view from the hot tub. Shame to be going! Thank you.' - August 2021

'Thoroughly enjoyed our stay here at Verdun, 5 star property, comfortable and peaceful and very well equipped. Plenty to see and do in the local area, Kingsand, Cawsand, Millbrook. Great places to eat. We also visited Cotehele, Lanhydrock, Looe, Hannifore and Seaton. Also enjoyed spending time chilling and relaxing. Superb views from the lounge and garden. Amazing sunsets viewed from the hot tub. Really appreciated the hamper and the fresh flowers. Tina is a fabulous host and is always available if required. We will certainly return. Thank you!' - July 2021

'What a special place you have! Verdun lived up to every expectation. You have created a beautiful, thoughtful accommodation with the most stunning view, especially at sunset from the hot tub! For guests that follow us, we would highly recommend the Devonport Inn in nearby Kingsand - delicious food directly on a little cove of beach. Thank you for having us - we hope to be back again. ' - May 2021

'Vedrun is a haven of peace and tranquility where the views are amazing from every angle. Watching the sun set from the hut tub was one we will truly remember for years to come. This is a little home with gorgeous five star luxuries and where a lot of thought has been put into the decor which is both subtle and amazing all in one. A place where we could chill, relax and rewind , we didn't realise we so needed it till we were there! No hesitation in recommending Tina' s property Verdun or Boutique Retreats , service and help was excellent. We shall be back. Thank you.' - April 2021

'What a place to stay! Verdun is small and cosy but packed with 5 star luxuries and character. Everywhere you look you see a different view. This was a delayed 50th Birthday for Steve from October and we were so grateful to have been able to re-book. We have had a lovely few days of relaxing. We even caught the bus to Cremyll and then the ferry to Plymouth. Polperro and Looe were lovely, also. Tina is an excellent host, nothing is too much trouble. Thank you for creating such a wonderful place to stay. We shall be recommending to everyone!' - April 2021

'This is a stunning retreat, spectacular views, amazing accommodation. Just perfect.' - December 2020

'Very well presented. Was pleasantly surprised to find fridge packed with essentials such as milk butter eggs etc. I had taken supplies as I didn’t realise there would be food provided and an added bonus of a lovely hamper with wine provided. The place smelt lovely with diffusers and the candles added to the atmosphere. Views were stunning. A very relaxing place to unwind' - October 2020

'Thank you so much for our beautiful stay at Verdun for our first anniversary. The amazing hospitality and delicious treats didn't go amiss. As well as the most amazing views and relaxing hot tub. It really was a beautiful treat! We can't wait to return in the summer, minus the rain! Thanks again' - October 2020

'Verdun is an excellent property with fantastic views. It's worth every penny of the asking price' - October 2020

'Thank you so much for creating such a fabulous place to kick back and relax. The view is the most amazing we have had in any accommodation anywhere we have ever stayed. The quality of everything in the property is first class and luxurious. The hot tub and top garden area including the sun room is spectacular, so peaceful and relaxing. We have been very lucky with the mixed bag of weather but managed to stay dry all week, This has been our 50th wedding anniversary celebration and could not have been a better choice. We have had a difficult few months losing members of our family and struggling with different things, this has been just the tonic we needed. Thank you again for all the extras you generously provided and for helping us when we couldn't sort out the heating. We will miss everything about this magical place' - October 2020

'Both the hamper and doggy treats were unexpected and a very nice surprise. The fresh flowers takes it into another league as well as the rep calling to make sure we had settled in ok. Well done. Layout and decor had been cleverly thought through' - September 2020

'Fantastic host and stunning Home. A perfect retreat from our busy London lives. Although the weather wasn't the best we still managed to relax in the hot tub and enjoy the sun deck. The cabin at the top of the garden was an amazing space to just chill' - September 2020