Guests immediately feel at home in these barn conversions bursting with rustic charm and set in a most peaceful and beautiful river valley. Spacious accommodation with a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. The farm is a wonderful central location for visiting all of Cornwall and Devon, within very easy reach of all the beaches and rugged cliffs of the North Cornwall Coast and equally close to the wild moorlands of both counties, not forgetting the numerous award winning restaurants, local food festivals, gardens and golf courses. Many all year round attractions are within easy travelling distance, including The Eden Project, Plymouth Aquarium, and King Arthur's Castle at Tintagel.
Alongside the farms' own cattle and sheep and amid colourful hedgerow plants and flowers, live an abundance of wild birds, butterflies and animals such as foxes, otters and badgers. A wildlife hide has been built overlooking the River Ottery for quiet viewing and webcams are set up to capture the wildlife around the farm which can be viewed on every cottage TV, see swallows eggs hatching or baby bats leaving their nursery. There is lots to do on the Farm: Acres of lush Cornish countryside to explore plus 2 miles of riverside walks. Try clay pigeon shooting or river fishing (both fly and coarse), Play facilities. Enjoy the heated outdoor swimming pool (May - end September) or Classic British Motorcycle Collection and Experience an Ariel, BSA or Triumph (please contact owners for details). Meet the farm animals, there may be calves and lambs to feed or eggs to collect, depending on the time of year.
Haypole Barn is crammed with unique features such as a minstrels gallery, stained glass windows, old farm wagon wheel light and the original farm hay pole for decoration. Four bedrooms: 2 king-size and 1 twin bedroom, all with en-suite shower rooms and WC (twin bedroom situated on the ground floor) and 1 bunk bedroom. Additional family bathroom. The open-plan living space features a huge antique farmhouse dining table, and lounge area with woodburner effect gas fire, squishy sofas and smart 4K HD Freeview TV and DVD. Kitchen equipment includes gas hob and Rayburn, microwave, American style fridge/freezer, dishwasher and washing machine. Two sets of patio doors open onto a sunny and secluded walled patio garden with seating and BBQ. Fitted stairgates top and bottom of stairs. Additional info: disabled access, ramps and shower chair available on request. Option of interlinking with WATCS to provide a total of 8 bedrooms, sleeping 16.
Due to the current situation with Covid-19 some of the facilities advertised at this property may not be available or will require social distancing. The games barn will be closed and the swimming pool will be run on a rota basis per family. This is subject to change/extension due to any further lifting of Govt. restrictions.
Any property identified with increased accessibility may have different levels of provision. It is, therefore, advisable that you contact us before you book to ensure the property meets your specific needs and requirements.
Please note there is a refundable £100 security deposit for this property payable closer to the start of your holiday.
There is so much to do on this charming farm that you can spend many a happy day just swimming, getting to know the farm animals, trying your hand at clay pigeon shooting, or river fishing. There are 2 miles of waterside walks to explore and a hide along the way where you can sit and watch the abundant wildlife. Kids are encouraged to help with collecting eggs and feeding young calves or lambs, and there’s a children’s playground on-site too. Further afield, it’s just a mile to Tamar Otter & Wildlife Centre for a close-up look at these adorable creatures, and 6 miles to Launceston for spectacular views from the castle, plus shops and restaurants too. Enjoy a relaxing beach day at Crackington Haven, 12 miles away, or delve into history at the fascinating Tintagel Castle, 17 miles from the house.