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Cosy Converted Barn Cottage in Peaceful Rural Wooded Setting, Close to the Coast

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Living area
Interior
Private kitchen
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 455 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

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Apple Tree Cottage, Glebe Barn, Sheviock, TORPOINT, Cornwall, PL11 3EH
  • Whitsand Bay Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Port Eliot House and Gardens
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Whitsand Bay
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Plymouth (PLH-Plymouth City)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Cosy Converted Barn Cottage in Peaceful Rural Wooded Setting, Close to the Coast

Apple Tree Cottage is located in a wooded rural area, just off the A374, with private gardens, grounds and ample parking. The cottages are part of a converted 19th Century stone barn, and are newly refurbished to a high standard and come fully equipped with modern electric heating, large screen LED TV with DVD and Wifi.
From the gardens, the cottages are entered via an entrance hallway, providing space for coats, shoes, boots and bags. This leads into the cosy open plan living, kitchen and dining area, with beamed ceilings, stone wall, tiled floor and woodland views. The kitchens are newly fitted and fully equipped with solid beech worktops, separate oven and hob, washing machine, dishwasher, microwave, kettle, toaster and plenty of cupboard space for food storage. Further storage space for beach bags, suitcases etc, can be found underneath the carpeted stairs, which lead to the first floor. On the first floor there are two comfortable bedrooms, one double and one twin, both have plenty of storage space and views over the surrounding woodland. There is also a bathroom with a walk-in shower, toilet, wash basin, towel radiator and skylight window.

Glebe Barn and the twin letting cottages Tawny and Apple Tree, are located in the village of Sheviock, part of the unspoiled Whitsand Bay area of Cornwall’s Rame Peninsula, a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Situated just off the A374.

The cottages benefit from quick and easy access by car and bus to to the many attractions of the peninsula, Plymouth and Devon while also being within five miles of the A38 and the rest of Cornwall. A shop/P.O. and Pub/Restaurants can be found in Crafthole only half a mile away, while the nearest beaches, coastal path access, cafe, golf course and hotel are at Portwrinkle only 1.5 miles away. Downderry and Seaton, only four miles away offer more beach side, shops, cafes, pubs and restaurants, also situated on the southwest coastal path. The largest town in the area is Torpoint, only five miles away, offering the many amenities of larger towns such as supermarkets, numerous shops, a petrol station, surgeries, a post office and the Torpoint ferry service to Plymouth.

The Rame Peninsula and in particular the Whitsand Bay area offers beautiful unspoilt sandy beaches and stunning estuary and coastal scenery, there are numerous walks and opportunities for bird watching, fishing, kayaking, body boarding, surfing and diving. The National Trust Antony House and Gardens are within a 15 minute drive as are Cremyll and the Mount Edgecombe Esatate and Country Park, Kingsand and Cawsand and the stunning views of Plymouth estuary and harbour they provide. Access to the city of Plymouth and its numerous attractions, including its rich maritime history, shopping centres, marinas and harbourside restaurants is easy either via the Tamar bridge, the passenger ferry from Cremyll, or the car ferries from Torpoint.

A little further afield but still only a 20 minute drive, are the typically beautiful Cornish fishing villages of Polperro and Looe, offering numerous tourist attractions including boat and fishing trips. Within an hour or so you can be in Fowey, St Austell and the Eden Project, Padstow, Newquay, Bodmin Moor and Dartmoor, and the South Devon Heritage Coast villages of Wembury, Burgh Island and Salcombe. Even the bright lights of St Ives, Torbay and Newquay are a little more than an hours drive, offering the best that both Cornwall and Devon has to offer.

Property manager

Michael Evans, Tine Evans, Frank Evans, Doreen Evans
Premier Host

Languages

Danish, English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Torpoint

Located in Torpoint, this cottage is in a rural area and by the sea. Dartmoor National Park and Tamar Valley reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include National Marine Aquarium and Antony Woodland Garden. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Home Park or Plymouth Pavilions. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.
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TORPOINT, Cornwall

What's nearby

  • Whitsand Bay Beach - 5 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Port Eliot House and Gardens - 7 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Whitsand Bay - 9 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Portwrinkle Beach - 9 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Royal William Yard - 21 min drive - 12.3 km

Getting around

  • St Germans Station - 6 min drive
  • Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Ploughboy - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Saltash Rugby Club - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪The Bullers Arms - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Cliff Top Cafe - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cosy Converted Barn Cottage in Peaceful Rural Wooded Setting, Close to the Coast pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Cosy Converted Barn Cottage in Peaceful Rural Wooded Setting, Close to the Coast?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cosy Converted Barn Cottage in Peaceful Rural Wooded Setting, Close to the Coast?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cosy Converted Barn Cottage in Peaceful Rural Wooded Setting, Close to the Coast located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of Tamar Valley, South West Coast Path Section 35 Trailhead and Finnygook Beach. Portwrinkle Beach and Whitsand Bay Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Paul B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Little Gem In Cornwall

Excellent stay at this lovely clean cottage couldn’t have asked for more. Superb hosts in this quiet peaceful area of Cornwall but only a short drive to Looe & Polperro.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

Central to most places, cottage had everything you would need. It was comfortable and warm. Enjoyed our stay 😊
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Martin B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

very nice place

we enjoyed our stay of one week in the nice apartment. everything was nice, the hosts provided even a special cable we needed for being able to connect our electrical appliances to the english system :)
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Debbie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing visit

A spacious, well equipped cottage. Really peaceful and quiet with well kept grounds. The surrounding area is beautiful and unspoilt as it is off the usual tourist trail. Well worth a visit!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

KG Essex

Clean and comfortable cottage with all the facilities you need for a week or two weeks holiday.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christopher M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Refreshing Short Break in Cornwall

The property was ideal for a short 5 day break and the right size for two people. It was clean and welcoming and contained a good range of essential features. The property was situated in an attractive location as part of Glebe Barn and the owners, Tine and Mike Evans, were unobtrusive and welcoming. Excellent value for money visit with easy access to all parts of this area of Cornwall.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Henrike J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sehr gemütliche freundliche Unterkunft

Wir haben unseren Aufenthalt in dieser sehr geschmackvoll eingerichteten ehemaligen Stallgebäude sehr genossen. Umgeben von Bäumen, nebenan die sehr freundlichen Vermieter in guter Lage zum Meer und in der Nähe zur Fähre nach Plymouth hatten wir hier eine gute Ausgangslage für Tagesausflüge mit dem Fahrrad oder Auto. Vielen Dank, empfehlenswert!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dr. Martin G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gerne wieder

Sehr gemütliches Ferienhäuschen. Freundliche Gastgeber, gut ausgestattete Küche, sehr gepflegte Gartenanlage. Etwas abgelegen, aber der wundervolle Küstenfahrt ist nach kurzer Autofahrt erreichbar. Nur für den Osten von Cornwall gut gelegen.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Don M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect base

Lovely cottage with all amenities, beautifully presented and very comfortable for 2-4 people. I am a former “local” and the cottage was a perfect base to meet up with family who still live in and around the area. Painless week, and we hope to return in the not too distant future.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Josie A., Manchester

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely holiday cottage

Clean and comfortable cottage. Lots of storage helps to keep the place tidy while you stay. Comfy beds and sofa. Great location near fantastic beaches and Plymouth for a day out.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Hajnalka K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Apple cottage

We had an amazing stay at Apple tree cottage! The countryside in Cornwall is beautiful, the accommodation was so comfortable. The hosts were lovely and friendly. We had an amazing visit to this beautiful part of England.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kathy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Break

The Cottage was ideal for a family and was in a nice quiet location but not far from the coast. Good Communication wth the Owners. The booking through VRBO all straightforward. Would definitely recommend this Holiday Property. Thank you for a lovely stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rupert G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

lovely cottage

very nice and clean cottage, in these times of uncertainty you couldnt ask for a cleaner place, a very good communication with the owner, and wish them well in the future
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Richard L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay

We have spent a wonderful week at Apple Tree Cottage. Very warm welcome from owners and homemade scones and cream on our arrival. Cottage is spotless and very well equipped. Well situated for visiting many places and nice local walks. Highly recommended.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jane L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cornway getaway

A lovely clean and comfortable cottage. Friendly hosts. Great location for exploring coast and country.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Brigitte G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Schönes Cottage und eine sehr liebevolle Gastfamilie

Vielen Dank an die sehr freundliche und hilfsbereite Gastfamilie. Wir haben uns in dem Cottage sehr wohl gefühlt.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Maren K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gemütliches, sauberes Cottage

Das Cottage ist schöne eingerichtet, sehr sauber, sehr zum Wohlfühlen. Es ist tiptop ausgestattet, sogar mit Waschmaschine und Bügeleisen. Die Vermieter sind sehr nett und sehr hilfsbereit. Die Lage ist ein guter Ausgangspunkt, man muss halt immer mit dem Auto fahren. Man ist schnell an wunderschönen Stränden. Hinter dem Haus ist eine Straße, aber sie hat dann doch weniger gestört als wir erst dachten. Wir hatten eine schöne Woche mit vielen Ausflügen und haben uns in dem schönen Cottage sehr, sehr wohl gefühlt.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Piotr D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Place

Really beautiful and amazing spot. Cottage very clean and very polite management
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

JOYCE H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A lovely cottage in a beautifully peaceful position.

An immaculately presented, tastefully furnished, extremely well-equipped, homely cottage. It is in the countryside near houses of historic interest and many inspirational gardens as well as being near to lovely sandy coves and beaches. The owners are very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Toni G.

Toni & Len Australia 🇦🇺

Very clean and comfortable cottage with very pleasant and quiet surroundings! Good amenities, but little things were missing, like shower gel, and in the kitchen salt, pepper, ketchup! I would recommend this cottage and being close to Looe and Fowey is a great attraction!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Leigh A., Coventry

A lovely renovated Barn. Cosy, very clean and warm. Equipped for all our needs.

We stayed in Apple Tree Cottage and it was perfect. Received a lovely welcome from the owners and a plate of scones. The barn was very clean, modern and had everything we needed for a very comfortable stay. In a nice location, with good access to the surrounding area. Thank you so much. Would recommend, just what you want from a holiday cottage :)
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Nils-Peter K.

warm welcome

excellent facilities, everything was very clean, many thanks for the hospitality , recommendable cottages
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Tina M.

Sauberes, gemütliches Haus in schöner Umgebung

Wir (Familie mit drei Kindern zwischen 0 und 5) haben eine tolle Woche bei Tine und Mike verbracht. Der Empfang war sehr herzlich, die beiden haben sich viel Zeit genommen, uns alles zu erklären und mit uns zusammen Vorschläge für schöne Ausflugsziele zu erarbeiten. Das Haus war - wie schon häufiger beschrieben - wirklich sehr sehr sauber, die Einrichtung reichhaltig und ließ nichts zu wünschen übrig. Der Ort eignet sich gut als Ausgangspunkt für diverse Ausflüge. Wir waren unter anderem in den Lost gardens of Heligan (absolutes Highlight!), Eden Project, Tintagel (toll!) und im Dartmoor. Einziges Manko für uns: Das Grundstück bietet draußen nicht viel Platz für die Kinder. Es ist zwar groß, aber überwiegend für Gäste nicht zugänglich (nur eine kleine Terrasse und ein sehr kleines Stück Rasen vor der Tür). Das Gelände liegt an einer größeren Straße ohne Bürgersteig (der Weg dorthin konnte mit einem Tor verschlossen werden und es war auch nicht laut, aber eben nicht für Ausflüge zu Fuß geeignet). Insgesamt aber eine tolle Unterkunft, die wir absolut weiterempfehlen können!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Birgit M.

Liebevoll eingerichtetes Cottage mit sehr netten und freundlichen Vermietern

Sämtliche organisatorischen und planerischen Anfragen in der Reisevorbereitung wurden stets freundlich, individuell und zeitnah vom Vermieter beantwortet. Am Anreisetag wurden wir sehr herzlich von Mike und Tine Evans (Vermieter) empfangen und erhielten eine ausführliche Einweisung in die Wohnung und Tipps für Ausflüge in die Umgebung. Die Eheleute Evans wohnen unmittelbar nebenan und standen jederzeit für Fragen zur Verfügung - waren aber trotzdem nie "aufdringlich". Sehr sauberes und liebevoll eingerichtetes Appartement, dass wirklich alles hat, was man für einen angenehmen Aufenthalt mit der Familie braucht. Gute Lage für Ausflüge nach Cornwall ("Looe & Polperro", "Mount Edgecumb") und Devon ("Dartmoor", "Plymouth"). Wir können das Domizil in allen Belangen weiterempfehlen - bei einer möglichen zweiten Reise nach Cornwall würden wir das "Apple Tree Cottage" jederzeit gerne wieder buchen.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

René M.

It was very good and nice, thank you. Es war sehr gutun schön, Danke.

Wir waren im Sommer als 4 köpfige Familie zu Gast und hatten sehr nett, hilfsbereite Vermieter. Sie standen uns mit Rat zur Seite. Es war im Haus alles vorhanden was wir brauchten. Unsere Erwartungen wurden voll erfüllt. Danke.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

About the host

Hosted by Michael Evans, Tine Evans, Frank Evans, Doreen Evans

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We are Michael Evans, my wife Tine and our daughter Amy, also my parents Frank and Doreen. We have been holidaying in Cornwall and Devon for many years and decided that when my parents finally retired we would all sell up and move to the west country to enjoy the fresh air, wonderful countryside and fantastic beaches.

Why they chose this property

Glebe barn, with the twin cottages of Tawny and Apple Tree gave us the living space we needed, with the added bonus of the chance of running a holiday let. I have been coming to Whitsand Bay since i was a young boy, and we have rented many holiday lets over the years and always envied the lifestyle and wanted to give it a try for ourselves. We loved the location of the property, it is very private as we are surrounded by woodland, but not too remote and quick access to the main road makes visiting the many sights and places of interest in the area very easy indeed.

What makes this property unique

We feel the property offers a unique blend of the tranquility of being surrounded by woodland, and nature at the centre of the Rame Peninsula, whilst also being close to good transport routes, a major city and many other towns and villages of interest.

Languages:

English, Danish

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