Set on the southern edge of the sweet village of Polyphant, 6 miles south-west of Launceston, this charming country cottage is an idyllic sanctuary from the stresses of modern life. Take a champagne hot-air balloon flight over rugged coastlines and picturesque villages with Aerosaurus Balloons and enjoy a thrilling family day Trethorne Leisure Park (both 3 miles). Explore Launceston’s castle and a myriad of independent shops, galleries, museums, pubs and eateries, and hop on the Launceston Steam Railway. Kids will love the Hidden Valley Discovery Park (4.5 miles), with its puzzles, trails and scenic grounds.
Inside you’ll find an exquisite blend of cosy rural charm, contemporary comforts and sweet touches. After days of adventure, gather around the wood burner in the idyllic lounge, with its old oak beams, stone fireplace and gorgeous fabrics, sofa and seating. Prepare sumptuous feasts of fine local fare in the country kitchen with its breakfast bar, and savour them in the delightful dining room with views of the garden or al fresco in the terraced and enclosed garden. Unwind in the outdoor hot tub or a steaming roll-top bath before dreamy sleeps in the three themed bedrooms: ‘The Hive’ is a spacious king-size with stained-glass windows and oodles of charisma, ‘The Pen’ is a double with wonderful old beams, and ‘The Warren’ is a lovely single with garden views.
Find exquisite beaches at beautiful Boscastle (15 miles), mysterious Tintagel (16.5 miles) and sunny Bude (22 miles) on the north coast; shingly Downderry (23 miles), pretty Portwrinkle (25 miles) and the wide sands of Tregantle (27 miles) on the south coast. Discover the tremendous Tamar Otter and Wildlife Centre (7.5 miles) and explore the quaint fishing ports of Looe, Polperro and Fowey (22/28/29 miles).