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Congdon's Smithy

Congdons Shop, near Launceston, Cornwall
Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 1
Change Sat
No Dogs
4 star
Parking on site / nearby
Highchair available
Towels included
Family friendly
Internet access
Enclosed garden / patio
Downstairs bedroom
Downstairs bathroom
Pub nearby
Cot available
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At a glance

  • Former smithy with original features and exposed stonework
  • On the edge of Bodmin Moor offering scenic walks, and only 1 mile from the closest pub
  • Cornish cream tea and a warm welcome on arrival

 

Property code: OC-CONGS

This former smithy sits in the pretty hamlet of Congdon's Shop near Bodmin Moor. Traditional features run throughout, with exposed stonework and beams giving it a charming rural feel. An enticing cream tea greets you on arrival, making you feel welcome from the moment you step through the door. Congdon's Smithy is a lovely little place to stay while exploring the moors and coast of North Cornwall. Why not scale Rough Tor and Brown Willy during your stay?

The interior of the property retains its original charm with slate floors running throughout and interesting stone features in the garden. High ceilings give this one-storey cottage a spacious feel, yet the warming colours make it cosy when the night draws in. Come together for breakfast at the central kitchen table and prepare for the adventures of the day ahead. Return at night to the restful beds but not before taking a soak in the roll-top bath, just the place to soothe aching muscles.

At the edge of Bodmin Moor, you are well placed to explore the ancient sites of Trevethy Quoit, a fantastic example of a Neolithic portal tomb, 9 miles away, and the stone circle at Manor Common, 16 miles away. Why not scale Rough Tor and Brown Willy during your stay? The peak of the latter is the highest point in the duchy. Tintagel Castle is 20 miles away as well as a huge selection of wonderful beaches, perfect for surfing and sunbathing.

  • 2 bedrooms – 1 small double, 1 king-size zip-and-link made into a twin on request
  • Bathroom – roll-top bath, separate shower and WC
  • Kitchen - cooker, fridge, freezer (in cupboard just outside kitchen), dishwasher, washing machine and microwave
  • TV/DVD in master bedroom
  • TV/DVD with freeview in lounge
  • Reclining sofa in lounge
  • Small stone patio area at the front with garden seating
  • Ample parking
  • Cornish cream tea on arrival
  • Beach 15 miles, shop 2 miles, pub 1 mile
  • Located on a cross roads, traffic can be heard at peak times
  • Arrival: 15:30 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • Sorry, no dogs allowed

Charlie Boundy

This property is personally managed by Charlie.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

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Reviewed by Loraine 21st June 2026

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Merv & Jackie are so welcoming to their beautiful cottage, including a complimentary cream tea. The cottage is immaculate, well maintained, comfortable, & very well equipped. There aren't any local shops, but there is a Tesco in Launceston. Plus other supermarkets are dotted about. If you like good quality food & produce, you must visit StrawbeRead morerry Fields. Excellent restaurant, coffee shop, gifts & food store. Cornish pasties are the best ever from here & the cakes amazing! Most main tourist type areas are within an hour - 2 hour window. Eden Project is easy to reach & tho it might appear initially expensive your ticket does allow you a free return within one year. Zip Wire over the Biomes is wicked!! Pendennis Castle, Pencarrow House, Screech Owl Sanctuary & Animal Park are really worth visiting. As is Bude Castle which is free to visit. This is our third time of staying at The Old Smithy & we're planning to book for 2027!!! Hide

Reviewed by Gerry 26th April 2026

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Very friendly owners and lovely cream tea on arrival. Cottage is lovely

Reviewed by Loraine 13th September 2025

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The Old Smithy is a beautiful haven & perfect location for most places. We all really enjoyed our stay. 2 double bedrooms, large kitchen, lounge, dining room. Comfortable for 3-4 to stay. Lovely lounge to relax, read & plan your next trip out. Bench & picnic bench outside, perfect for chilling, cuppa or hobbies. Area to park car, (chk height restriRead morection first). Delicious cream tea on arrival! Hoping we'll get to stay again next year! Hide

Reviewed by Shai 3rd June 2025

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A lovely 'soul full' cottage, with all the needed amenities. Very comfort bed, and great sofas to relax after an intensive day of searching the beautiful Cornwall out doors. Super lovely and welcoming hostesses that were willing to help in what ever was needed. highly recommended

Reviewed by Julie 1st April 2025

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We had a lovely stay, I highly recommend Congdon's Smithy.

Reviewed by Gary 5th October 2024

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Superb cottage really loved it and the hosts were really nice would deffinately stay here again.

Reviewed by James 21st September 2024

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Good welcome and comfortable well equipped property. Note no SKY mobile phone signal.

Reviewed by Loraine 14th September 2024

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This is a beautiful cottage set in a lovely location off the beaten track but still within easy driving distance of Looe, Tintagel, St Austell brewery, Eden Project, Bodmin Jail, Jamaica Inn etc & a Tesco a short drive away. The Frog & Bucket serves good food tho the menu is limited. Jamaica Inn is well worth a visit. Not only for food, (advisable Read moreto book if peak times), Mousaka is excellent, but the Daphne Du Maurier & Smugglers museum & the well stocked gift shop. Hide

Reviewed by Jerry 8th September 2024

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Lovely cottage, had a great time, the cream tea was very nice when we arrived!! and thank you for letting us park our motorbikes in the barn opposite, hope to stay again someday. Regards Jerry Gibbins

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