Log Cabins to RentBlue seas, sandy beaches, great surf, wild moorland and fascinating industrial heritage: Cornwall has so much to offer. Glorious coastal walks, the Eden Project, the Lost Gardens of Heligan, and the unique Isles of Scilly all make it hard to resist.
This lovely property comprises: Bedroom 1- Large bedroom with king size bed, built-in wardrobes and free standing chest of drawers. Bedroom 2- 2 single beds and storage cupboard. Lounge/Diner- 4 single chairs, dining table & chairs, digi T.V, dvd player. Patio doors offering sea views of the Bay and access to the veranda. This veranda benefits from amazing views across the bay, and here you are able to sit, unwind and watch the sun go down over St. Ives. Kitchen- Narrow galley kitchen with fitted units, cooker, fridge freezer, microwave, washer-dryer, toaster. Shower room- Updated with shower, WHB and WC. Fully tiled. Great sea views from the property and just a short walk to the beach. This property accepts dogs at £5 each per day. Please note that if the property accommodates, and you are bringing, more than one dog, a £100 refundable security deposit will be added to your booking. Situation- Located on Riviere Towans, the site has over 40 acres of unspoilt, natural, undulating sand dunes above the three mile, golden sand beach at Hayle, St. Ives Bay. It is one of the oldest holiday parks in the country, with the first chalets constructed in the early 1920s. Now a beautiful site with a vast range of individual, privately owned accommodation, including beach chalets to bungalows and lodges. Many of these have stunning sea views and all are within a few minutes’ walk of this amazing beach. Riviere Towans is on St. Ives Bay at Hayle and only a short drive from well-known places such as St. Ives, Penzance and Lands End. Many visitors enjoy not only the beautiful beaches, but the picturesque fishing villages and peaceful countryside West Cornwall has to offer. For those seeking more excitement there are great attractions and sporting opportunities close at hand. Cornwall has always been a favourite of artis
Silver Spray enjoys an enviable beach front location and is directly on the coastal path. With 3 bedrooms (1 double, 1 twin & 1 bunk), and sleeping up to 6 people, Silver Spray is a perfect location for a family getaway. With 3 miles of sandy surf beach, tidal pools, rock pools, caves and cafes on the doorstep, and the wilds of West Cornwall beyond, Silver Spray invites you to explore its stunning surroundings, and to relax and unwind at the end of day as you watch the sun go down over St. Ives. Wave Watching, wild swimming and great local food will make your stay a memorable one. We’ll sure you’ll love Silver Spray and want to make it your home from home getaway year after year. Bedroom 1 - One double bed, bedside table, wardrobe. Bedroom 2 - Two single beds,bedside table, wardrobe. Bedroom 3 - One set of bunk beds. Lounge/Diner/Kitchen - Open plan with fitted kitchen units, cooker, fridge freezer, microwave, washing machine, breakfast bar & stools, dining table & chairs. The lounge area benefits from large corner sofa, digi TV, DVD player, stereo, patio doors with excellent sea views. Bathroom - Bath with overhead shower, W.H.B., Separate W.C. A message from Toms Come and find us in our on-site office open 9am-5pm Monday - Saturday and 9am-1pm on Sundays, from maintenance to housekeeping, travel tips and directions, we’re here to help! There is a 24 hour ‘out of hours’ contact number for us too. The Location The holiday park is one of the oldest in the country, with the first chalets constructed in the early 1920s. Now a beautiful site with a vast range of unique, quirky and privately owned accommodation, including beach chalets, bungalows and lodges. Many have stunning sea views and all are within a few minutes walk of the beach. On the doorstep Walk the coastal p
Avalon is a comfortable 2 bedroom (1 double,1 twin) chalet, situated in a prime beachside location within the park. With stunning views across St Ives bay, Avalon is the perfect location for wave watching, beach combing and walking this stunning stretch of the South West Coast path. Well equipped with open plan kitchen / dining / living space, Avalon would suit those looking for a west Cornwall bolthole from which to explore St. Ives bay and the surrounding areas. From the stunning beach, to the charm of St. Ives, and the Seal Colony of Mutton Cove and Godrevy Lighthouse, we’re sure your west Cornwall adventure will be one you’ll want to return to year after year. Bedroom 1 - double bed, wardrobe, chest of drawers. Bedroom 2 - 2 singles, wardrobe, chest of drawers. Lounge/Diner - comfy seating, dining table & chairs, TV Kitchen - Fully fitted kitchen inc fridge/freezer & cooker, microwave, washing machine, breakfast bar. Bathroom - Bath with overhead shower, W.H.B. SEPARATE W.C. A message from Toms Come and find us in our on site office open 9am-5pm Monday - Saturday and 9am-1pm on Sundays, from maintenance to housekeeping, travel tips and directions, we’re here to help! There is a 24 hour ‘out of hours’ contact number for us too. The Location The holiday park is one of the oldest in the country, with the first chalets constructed in the early 1920s. Now a beautiful site with a vast range of unique, quirky and privately owned accommodation, including beach chalets, bungalows and lodges. Many have stunning sea views and all are within a few minutes walk of the beach. On the doorstep Walk the coastal path at low tide all the way along the beach from Hayle river mouth to the Cliff tops of Godrevy and the surf break at Gwithian where you’ll find great food and drinks from
A beautiful Scandinavian lodge set within 50 acres of private farmland and woodland
The perfect romantic getaway, boasting views across your own exclusive lake
Close to the Devon/Cornwall border allowing you to explore both counties with ease
This cabin is located in Holsworthy. Launceston Steam Railway and Lawrence House Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Dragon Archery Centre and Dingles Fairground Heritage Centre. The Gnome Reserve and Wildflower Garden and Harlequinns Leisure are also worth visiting.
Launceston, Cornwall, South West of England
From £385
Availability
Wood cabin.
Set in its own private garden.
Approximately 10 miles from the nearest beach Crackington Haven.
Close to the moors and foot paths to explore stunning North Cornwall from the beaches of Bude, Widemouth Bay, Boscastle Harbour, Tintagel and its magical Castle, Port Isaac, Polzeath, Daymer Bay, Rock and Padstow.
The cabin has an open plan bedroom, lounge, kitchen and dining room area.
The kitchen has a microwave oven, hob, fridge complete with crockery and cutlery and cooking utensils.
TV with freeview and a digital radio in the lounge/bedroom area.
Separate bathroom with an electric shower and enclosure, WC and hand basin.
Double bed and single sofa bed.
All bedding provided.
Electric radiator.
Electricity, heating, bed linen, bath and hand towels and tea towels are all provided.
There is no WiFi in the cabin.
Access to the cabin is through a field with ducks and hens located in the field.
If you bring a dog they will need to be on a lead when accessing the field. There will be ducks and hens and possibly sheep in the field next to the cabin
The dog should not be left unattended in the cabin.
Please bring your own dog bed.
The cabin is set in an enclosed garden with a picnic bench.
Parking is on a shared drive.
Located in Launceston, this cabin is in a rural area. Cornwall at War Museum and Davidstow Moor RAF Memorial Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Jamaica Inn and Prehistoric Sites. Trethorne Leisure Park and The Hidden Valley Discovery Park are also worth visiting.
This wooden lodge sits in the Cornish village of Mabe and can sleep three people in two bedrooms.
Cabin is a detached lodge in the village of Mabe in Cornwall. It comes with two bedrooms including a double and a single, as well as a family shower room, the property can sleep up to three people. Inside, it also has an open-plan living area with a kitchen, a dining area and a sitting area. To the outside you will find ample off-road parking as well as a decking with furniture. Cabin is a well-presented and homely base for small groups who wish to explore the wonderful region that is Cornwall. Note: This property does accept any worker bookings. Note: This property only accepts Friday and Monday arrival bookings.
Amenities: Electric heating. Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, TV with BT vision, Wifi. Fuel and power inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Ample off road parking. Decking with furniture. No smoking. Shop and pub 1 mile. Note: This property does not accept any worker bookings.
Region: Cornwalls visitors are constantly tempted back to the beautiful coastline, tiny fishing villages, hidden coves and the world-class surfing. Whatever the reason, Cornwall has long cemented its place as one of Britains premier holiday destinations.
Town: Mabe is four miles from Falmouth with a pub and a shop/Post Office, as well as surrounding countryside. Falmouth, with its harbour, winding streets and beaches. Its harbourside pubs, shopping, Pendennis Castle and the National Maritime Museum make it a must-visit.
Located in Penryn, this cabin is in a rural area and by the sea. Carwinion House and Garden and Pendennis Castle are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Enys Gardens and Penjerrick. Raze the Roof Indoor Play & Laser Tag and Falmouth Aquarium are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding, hiking/biking trails, and rock climbing.
Camelford, Cornwall, South West of England
From £777
Availability
After exclusive family use over the past 2 years, Villa 7 is now offered for holiday rental and is currently undergoing an extensive refurbishment programme - which is reflected in the first seasons pricing structure.
The bedrooms have already been re-decorated and new heating throughout and electric over-bath shower have been installed.
All linen and bedding provided are of hotel quality and entertainment equipment has been upgraded to include 42" Flat Screen TV, an Acer Laptop with Guest access and Free WiFi.
The accommodation for between 1 - 6 persons is provide in 2 bedrooms and the common areas; a double bedroom, a single bedroom (with Folding Z Bed option) and a Bed-Settee sleeping 2 in the Living Room.
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The Villa's at Lanteglos Country House Hotel provide excellent accommodation and first rate facilities. Villa 7, a family owned holiday residence is fully equipped for individual, couples or family visits to the stunning scenery of North Cornwall.
Villa 7 is located in a quite area of the complex and is close to the facilities of the hotel and other visitor activities.
After exclusive family use over the past 2 years, Villa 7 is now offered for holiday rental and is currently undergoing an extensive refurbishment programme - which is reflected in the first seasons pricing structure.
All rooms have had new heating throughout and electric over-bath shower installed.
All linen and bedding provided are of hotel quality and entertainment equipment has been upgraded to include 42" Flat Screen TV and Free WiFi.
The accommodation for between 1 - 6 persons is provide in 2 bedrooms and the common areas; a double bedroom, a single bedroom (with Folding Z Bed option) and a Bed-Settee sleeping 2 in the Living Room.
Outside storage provides access to garden furniture and sports equipment.
This cabin is located in Camelford. King Arthur's Great Halls and Tintagel Old Post Office are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Pengenna Pasties and Cornish Coast Day Adventures. Traveling with kids? Consider Trethorne Leisure Park and The Hidden Valley Discovery Park. Discover the area's water adventures with motor boating and sailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling.
Praa Sands, Cornwall, South West of England
From £854
Availability
Camellia Chalet is 10 minutes walk away from the glorious Praa Sands beach. It has a room with a double bed and another room with adults size bunk beds giving accommodation for 4 adults with a shower room with a fully equipped kitchen. Please note chalet is a compact unit.
Outside there is off road parking for your car.
Praa Sands beach has a beach cafe and Sand Bar and a beachwear shop, where you can hire wetsuits, kayaks, paddle boards etc.
The mile long golden sandy beach is hugely popular with families of all ages.. There's lifeguard cover from April to September.
There are beautiful public footpaths straight from the beach along the coast all the way to Porthleven and Marazion.
All the popular attractions of West Cornwall are within easy reach by car or public transport, including Porthleven, St Michaels Mount, Marazion, Mousehole, St Ives, Lands End, Lizard Point, St Ives, Kynance Cove, The Helford River and Falmouth.
All the major supermarkets are only 7 miles away.
Free WiFi
The space
Please note: Chalet 'Camellia' is a relatively small unit. It has a sleeping capacity for four adults.
Enjoy everything this beautiful beach and its surroundings have to offer then come to this comfortable chalet and relax.
Also we have two Tarpon 120 kayaks with equipments and two surf boards for rental at reasonable rates.
Guest access
Entire chalet
Interaction with guests
I will be here to meet and greet you on your arrival. I can be contacted any time of the day for any enquiries you may have.
Other things to note
Coastal walks from Praa Sands to historical Porthleven Harbour or from Praa Sands to ancient town of Marazion. Both routes provide you with breathtaking views.
Praa Sands beach has a beach shop where you can rent out all your water sports gear (paddle boards, kayaks, wet suits etc).
Important:
The tariffs are set for one day bookings. If you are looking into book for more than one day please contact me for a discounted tariff.
Located in Penzance, this chalet is in a rural area and near the beach. Godolphin Estate and St. Michael's Mount are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Tehidy Country Park and Praa Sands Beach. Ready for a night out? Consider Acorn Theatre and Performance Centre. Looking to get your feet wet? Surfing/body boarding and fishing adventures can be found near the property.
With a front garden brimming with pretty foxgloves and hydrangea, the pretty, terraced Carpenter’s Cottage is an ideal bolt hole for a fabulous holiday in Cornwall. It is cute, charming and beautifully kitted out. Carpenter’s Cottage offers one charming double bedroom, a bathroom with a bath and overhead shower, a characterful living room and an atmospheric kitchen diner. The cottage is an idyllic retreat for couples and perhaps one baby in a cot. It is nestled on the beautifully tended, three and a half acre Tremaine Manor Estate. Carpenter’s Cottage is a very homey property with exposed stone walls, wooden beams, a crackling fire and some lovely outside space.
The Tremaine Manor & Country Cottages Estate is absolutely wonderful, an oasis of gracious and glorious living, deep in the Cornish countryside. The estate enjoys a fabulous, tranquil location and is just ten minutes from the picturesque harbour village of Looe. The village is a centre of offshore shark fishing as well as boasting a gorgeous sandy beach, crabbing on the quayside, quaint cobbled streets, charming independent shops and an abundance of restaurants and pubs serving handmade Cornish pasties and gourmet seafood. Looe is very popular and it is easy to understand why many visitors return year after year. The South West Coastal Path, Britain’s longest National Trail, passes through the village and Bodmin Moor is on the doorstep with its granite tors, plentiful streams, waterfalls, moorland ponies, pretty heather and wild beauty. Carpenter’s Cottage is within easy reach of of the pretty town of Fowey and the atmospheric, quaint village of Polperro which dates back to the thirteenth century and is one of the oldest villages in Cornwall.
Carpenter’s Cottage is set within beautiful landscaped gardens. Sitting in a pretty terrace of cottages, it enjoys its own private front garden with lovely wrought iron furniture for a spot of alfresco dining and lovely wooden furniture where you can nestle back to enjoy your holiday books and the fragrant flowers and shrubs. There is a firepit for chilly evenings. The living room needs to be seen to be fully appreciated with its gorgeous exposed stone, wooden beams and feature fireplace. With pretty floral curtains, a leather sofa and chair, you can snuggle down to enjoy a toasty fire, a movie on the Smart television or to sing along to the Bluetooth speaker. Your quirky country kitchen enjoys lovely chequered floor tiles, wooden, shaker style cabinetry, a country dining table, more exposed stonework and beams and a carpenter’s saw decorating the far wall. It also offers excellent appliances including a Nespresso coffee machine.
The idyllic upstairs bedroom is another characterful space with its comfy double bed resting against another exposed stone wall. Here you will dive into crisp cottons, a fluffy duvet and luxury throws to enjoy the sleep of kings. The bathroom is perfect for those that love a good soak and those that prefer a shower.
Guests staying in Carpenter’s Cottage enjoy a welcome hamper, board games and playing cards and a first basket of logs. You are welcome to bring up to two of your furry friends. A separate laundry room with a washing machine and dryer is available in another building on the estate.
Carpenter’s Cottage is located on the three and a half acre Tremaine Manor Estate. It is a fabulous place to stay amongst landscaped gardens, woodland and a stream though within easy reach of the south coast beaches, charming Cornish villages and the moors.
As well as being a working fishing port, Looe is a top pick with holiday makers with wonderful eateries, Cornish pasty shops, a beautiful beach and some excellent, unique shops. Visitors enjoy watching crabbers on the quayside and the colourful fishing boats returning with their catches. Looe boasts many local gourmet restaurants overlooking the harbour as well as award winning fish and chips near the river. There is a pretty bridge that separates East and West Looe. The Looe Marine Conservation Group host regular rockpool rambles for children of all ages. Their website gives details of the wildlife events and local family friendly adventures such as crabbing, snorkeling, bird watching, fishing and visits to Looe Island. Looe Island was once a holy pilgrimage site. Now it is a sanctuary for wildlife and rare plants. In 2004 Looe Island was left to the Cornwall Wildlife Trust by Babs Atkins who had bought the island with her sister in the 1960’s. You will discover a grey seal population sunbathing on the rocks and swimming around the island. The island is home to many nesting birds such as cormorants, shags and oystercatchers. It boasts the largest breeding colony in Cornwall of the majestic great black-backed gull. During the summer months there are frequent boat trips and guided walks. The Old Sardine Factory Heritage Centre tells the story of Looe’s maritime history. You will learn how Looe exported pilchards to Italy, sent pilgrims to Galicia and sailed across the Atlantic to catch cod off of Newfoundland. You will also learn about boat building and experience a lifeboat Shout! with state-of-the-art technology. The centre is also a climbing wall and kayaking centre. If you fancy a scenic day out but don’t want to drive, you can take the Looe Valley train line to the historic market town of Liskeard. There are stunning views though heavily wooded valleys teeming with wildlife, glorious estuary views and rivers full of wading birds such as little egrets, grey herons, oystercatchers and curlews. Looe’s Music Festival is fast becoming a very popular outdoor event attracting many famous artists such as Jools Holland, Bryan Ferry, Lulu, the Stranglers and many more.
This area of Cornwall enjoys a wonderful choice of beaches. In Looe, East Looe Beach is very popular with families. Millendreath Beach is a gorgeous south facing sandy beach at the foot of a wooded valley. Just around the corner is Plaidy Beach, a small, sheltered beach which is wonderful if you are looking to chill with some peace and quiet. Talland Bay is between Looe and Polperro. It is made up of two coves and is within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Seaton Beach is also close, to the east of Looe. It is situated at the foot of the Hessenford Valley with the River Seaton crossing the beach. Hoodny Cove and Finnygook Beach are accessible from Portwrinkle Beach, both sandy and popular with families. Finnygook is a surfers favourite. Other popular beaches are Polperro, Whitsand Bay and Downderry Beach.
The stunning South West Coast Path passed through Looe. Starting in Minehead in Somerset, it covers 630 miles ending in Poole in Dorset. It offers extraordinary sea views and is very popular. There are also countless walks in the beautiful countryside surrounding Looe. You may want to walk around Fowey where you can enjoy seeing Menabilly, once the home of Daphne du Maurier and the inspiration for Manderley in her novel Rebecca. Fowey is a popular sailing destination and a quaint deep-water fishing port. There is a ferry service to the pretty village of Polruan opposite. Walking from Polruan towards Polperro you will pass the beautiful Lantic Bay and the horseshoe shaped West Coombe at Lansallos. Polperro is a gorgeous, quintessential Cornish fishing village with steep narrow streets, pretty slate cottages and stunning views. Sheltered from the ravages of tide and time in its dramatic cliff ravine, Polperro is an enchanting jumble of cottages, all the work of Cornish fishermen. The 36 mile walk from Looe to Boscastle is wonderful, crossing Bodmin Moor via Davidstow, Rough Tor and Brown Willy and passing through the verdant West Looe Valley. The Deerpark Forest is also another treat with many trails running through the woodland. With tranquil millpond views, winding forest trails and a hidden valley, it is a great day out.
Bodmin Moor is one of Cornwall’s designated Areas of Outstanding Beauty. With its giant stretches of heather, this upland granite moorland is delightful. It is brimming with high granite tors, streams and waterfalls and you will probably get to see the moorland ponies grazing.
The remarkable, imposing, Grade II listed Catchfrench Manor is one of Cornwall’s most historic houses. As well as its fascinating history it offers stunning gardens designed in 1792 by the leading garden landscaper, Sir Humphrey Repton, Elizabethan ruins, parkland, orchards, paddocks and woodland in a fabulous, out-of-this-world plot of 25 acres. With magnificent entertainment spaces, eight sumptuous bedrooms on the first floor and two independent apartments on the lower ground floor with a further three bedrooms, this gorgeous manor house is perfect for large groups of friends or family and those wanting to celebrate special events.
Catchfrench Manor is located in a secluded, prestigious elevated position at St. Germans, 4 miles from the wonderful South Cornish coast, 14 miles from Plymouth and 24 miles from Tavistock. St. Germans was a former capital of Cornwall and is close to the Cornwall/Devon border. Dartmoor lies to the north east. Nearby towns include Liskeard and Saltash and the beautiful, picturesque fishing harbours of Polperro, Looe and Fowey are within easy reach.
Catchfrench Manor was originally the principal house of the Manor of Bonyalva, mentioned in the Domesday Book and was attached to the Abbey of St. Germans. The Elizabethan manor house was built in 1580 by George Kekewyche, the Sheriff of Cornwall under Elizabeth I and now exists as a ruin adjacent to the present house. His name can be seen over the granite archway to the enclosed cobbled courtyard. The ruin includes original arches, benches, troughs and the ice house. The house was bought by Julius Glanville in 1716 and the present house was built in attractive Gothic style in the first half of the 18th Century. This fabulous, majestic manor house is clad with roses, honeysuckle, jasmine and a fabulous mature wisteria.
You will certainly feel like Lords and Ladies of the Manor when you arrive at this incredible wonder! Guests enter the property through a fine panelled front door to the entrance hall and a long reception hall with its large display alcove, tall gothic windows overlooking the ruin and fine, intricate cornicing. From here, you pass through impressive double depth panelled doors to the principal reception rooms including the drawing room which was formally the ball room. This grand, stately room boasts four sets of windows, one being French and offering access to the gardens, a striking fireplace with a polished marble hearth, gorgeous cornicing, a beautiful parquet floor and an excellent array of comfortable furnishings. The lavish sitting room next door boasts an original ornate fireplace and stunning windows which drown this beautiful room in natural light. The superb study is bright and beautiful with dual aspect and a gorgeous window seat overlooking the ruins. The Robinson & Cornish designer kitchen is a gorgeous, sociable space enjoying original features, an Aga and modern appliances, perfect for the chefs in your group. There is even a walk-in pantry. At one end of the kitchen you will find the family room and at the other, the children’s playroom and cloakroom. This house is ideal for multi-generational families with plenty of spaces to relax with the Sunday newspapers or pre-dinner drinks while children happily play for hours inside and out.
The enormous master bedroom suite and seven further bedrooms are found on the first floor. The master enjoys gorgeous views over the ruin, the lawn and the paddock and boasts an ensuite bathroom. Five further bedrooms run along the length of the manor house enjoying fabulous, far-reaching views and another two are tucked along the eastern side of the house. They share two bathrooms and a shower room.
The lower ground floor is comprised of a self-contained annex including the cellar, utility and boot room and boiler room as well as two self-contained apartments. These are ideal for grandparents or other members of your group that may appreciate some quiet time or personal space. All of the rooms enjoy natural light and are very spacious. One of the apartments offers a bedroom, bathroom, sitting room and a kitchen and the other boasts two bedrooms, a bathroom, a sitting room and a kitchen.
The gardens and grounds of Catchfrench Manor are incredible. The 25 acre plot includes mature broadleaved woodland with its delightful carpet of wild garlic in the spring, a pond, a formal herb garden with clipped box borders, an orchard, a plantation of mature specimen trees including acers, a handkerchief tree, an Indian bean tree, conifers, oak, beech and beautiful azaleas, rhododendrons, camelias and hydrangeas. To the side of the field are semi-formal gardens, a peacock enclosure and a large lush lawn with spectacular views over the surrounding countryside. A path runs through the bluebell wood to the quarry garden which is entered through a dry wall slate tunnel. At the rear of the ruin is the former ice house. There is access to the lower ground floor apartments from the cobbled courtyard. The gardens were formally open to the public with the spectacular rhododendrons being once of the largest collections in Cornwall.
Catchfrench Manor really is one of a kind and the perfect venue for group get-togethers and celebrations. It is located in a wonderful spot with fantastic day trip opportunities.
* Please note that it is possible for smaller groups of up to 16 guests to book Catchfrench Manor for a reduced price during selected low season dates. Please note that groups of 16 will not have access to the ground floor bedrooms. If you would like access to the entire house, you will need to select 17 + guests at the time of booking.
Catchfrench Manor is located amongst beautiful countryside, 4 miles from the South Cornwall coast and close to the Cornwall/Devon border. Plymouth and South Hams lie to the east while Devon’s Tavistock and Dartmoor lie to the north east. Plymouth boasts the Theatre Royal which attracts major opera, ballet and drama productions, excellent shopping facilities, amazing restaurants and some of the best sailing facilities in Europe. The thriving market town of Tavistock is an ancient stannary town and home of the cream tea. It holds world heritage status and is famous for its award-winning farmers’ market and pannier market. Tavistock has direct access to Dartmoor’s magical Western Moor, the perfect spot for picnics, walking, cycling and riding.
Liskeard is another attractive ancient stannary and market town, 14 miles west of the River Tamar and 12 miles east of Bodmin at the head of the Looe Valley. There are some excellent restaurants and independent shops.
Saltash is situated on the west bank of the River Tamar, across the river from Plymouth. Saltash enjoys great access to adventures on the river with the Tamar Valley being designated an Area of Outstanding Beauty. It is also close the the National Trust’s Cotehele House. Visitors enjoy sailing, watersports and bathing in the Tamar Estuary.
To the west of Catchfrench Manor, on the coast, is the very attractive Polperro. The South West Coast Path offers some fantastic, scenic walking plus there are interesting shops in Polperro. A figure-of-eight walk around the historic fishing village and the headlands surrounding Polperro covers historic sites including the net loft perched on Peak Rock, the Victorian sea pool, the lighthouse and the site of the medieval chapel. The Polperro Heritage Museum of Smuggling and Fishing is fascinating.
Further along the coast is Fowey, a picturesque town and bustling small port. The attractive harbour is flanked by 14th century blockhouses, one in Fowey and the other in the delightful town of Polruan on the opposite side of the river. In Polruan you will find pretty cottages clinging to the hillside. A car ferry crosses the river to Boddinick. The ferry house was originally the du Maurier family home and later the home of Angela du Maurier, Daphne’s sister. The Fowey Estuary is stunning with boat trips galore.
Golf fans will be delighted with the courses at St Mellion, Yelverton and Tavistock. Racing at Newton Abbot and Exeter is also very popular.
