A Cornish Getaway
The property is ideally located within easy reach of the delights of Cornwall. Nearby is Withiel Church, often used as a backdrop in the German TV series of Rosamunde Pilcher’s novels. To the north-west, Padstow is home to an array of shops, pubs, restaurants and a popular cycle trail. Fans of Doc Martin will be drawn to the beautiful Port Isaac, which is where the TV series was filmed. The villages of Rock and Polzeath are also well worth a visit, and further down the coast is Newquay, with its fantastic beaches and surfing opportunities. An afternoon spent exploring Cardinham Woods or the family-friendly Old Hill Bike Park are a must for cyclists, while Bodmin Moor offers some breathtaking walking routes. The fabulous National Trust property Lanhydrock House is just a short drive away, and the Eden Project is only a 25-minute drive away. Beach 14 miles. Shop, pub and restaurant 4 miles.
Eden Project
The Eden Project, is an educational charity and social enterprise with a global mission to create a movement that builds relationships between people and the natural world. This incredible attraction is home to the world’s largest rainforest in captivity with steamy jungles and waterfalls as well as cutting-edge architecture and buildings. The Eden Project is only a 25-minute drive away from the cottage.
Port Isaac
Port Isaac is a small fishing village on the Atlantic coast of north Cornwall. The nearest towns are Wadebridge and Camelford, each ten miles away. It is famously known from the Doc Martin series. If you’re into beautiful fishing harbours, historic houses lined along quaint cobbled streets, and epic views spanning over coast and country, Port Isaac is one of the best places for you to visit in Cornwall. As well as a charming beach, Port Isaac has friendly cafés, a strong local culture, and staggeringly beautiful walks just by the town – it is on the South West coastal path, so you can hike from here over the cliffs to other beautiful villages.
Polzeath Beach
Polzeath Beach is honestly one of the coolest places. With a vast beach, epic sunsets, and a cool surfing culture, you can easily spend a lot of time here on your holiday in Cornwall. Polzeath is one of the safest beaches along this stretch of coast, with its gently shelving sand and seasonal lifeguard cover. Along with all the facilities and water quality you would expect from a Blue Flag beach, Polzeath is a great family beach. Another great feature is the parking on the beach.
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Lanhydrock House
A short drive away, the great house stands in extensive grounds above the River Fowey, and it has been owned and managed by the National Trust since 1953. Whatever your experience as a cyclist, there’s bound to be a trail to suit at Lanhydrock, as well as several walking routes and opportunities for exploring.
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Bodmin
Most people who visit Bodmin are there for hiking on Bodmin Moor. It’s described one of the most spectacular places to visit in South West England. There are a mixture of trails, from strenuous hikes to relaxing woodland walks. There are a number of fine buildings in the town, many of which have rich histories attached to them. A good deal of the points of interest in Bodmin relate to its past, with the remaining taking advantage of the surrounding beautiful countryside.
Cardinham Woods
The perfect location to recharge and relax, Cardinham Woods is found in central Cornwall and has everything you could want from an outdoor woodland adventure. The diverse woodland is full of secret glades, allowing you to take a step back from the hustle and bustle of life into a haven of natural beauty. Cardinham Woods are a rich mix of planted conifers, with pockets of native broadleaves and open ground, in the steep sided stream valleys around Cardinham Water. The view upriver to the moor from the plateau of Callywith Wood takes in mature woodland, new growth, upland pasture and open heath.
Camel Trail Tea Shop
The Camel Trail provides access to some of Cornwall’s most beautiful countryside and coastal scenery and is arguably the most successful trail in the UK.
The Camel Trail Tea Garden is situated halfway along the Camel Trail between Wadebridge and Bodmin. There is direct access off the Camel Trail for cyclists and walkers.
Wadebridge
Wadebridge is a town in north Cornwall. The town straddles the River Camel five miles upstream from Padstow. Bustling with independent restaurants, cafés and boutiques, Wadebridge is well worth a visit. It is also home to the Camel Trail, a fantastic flat trail perfect for walking or cycling.
Newquay
The harbour town of Newquay has something to offer for families, couples and large groups, be it a relaxing spa weekend away or the ultimate luxury retreat. Newquay is known for sandy Fistral and Watergate Bay beaches, where waves from the Atlantic Ocean create strong surf. On the seafront, the Blue Reef Aquarium features an underwater tunnel going through a coral-reef tank with pufferfish, sharks and rays. Further inland, surrounded by tropical gardens, Newquay Zoo is home to lions, wildebeest and sloths.
Padstow
When the ancient Cornish settled in the area many centuries ago they chose the site for Padstow with great care and foresight. Nestling in a narrow gulley on the western side of the River Camel estuary, the town is sheltered from the prevailing winds and the air is generally soft and balmy. Moving down the hill the buildings huddle closer together until they crowd around the harbour. There you’ll find a great mixture of houses, quays, boat slips, inns, cafés, restaurants, gift shops, a fishmonger and the like. None of this was planned; it just evolved as the years moved on. No architect could have designed the magic of Padstow.