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Charming former coach house in an idyllic woodland garden, 300m from St Kew Inn.

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Coachman’s Cottage
Living room
Kitchen with electric Aga
Back garden from kitchen window.
Main bedroom

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 472.5 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Wadebridge, ENG
  • Camel Cycle Trail
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Port Isaac Beach
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Polzeath Beach
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds and 1 Crib

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Charming former coach house in an idyllic woodland garden, 300m from St Kew Inn.

A very comfortable 2 bedroom cottage, the front bedroom with a 5ft double bed, the rear with twin 3ft singles. It has a stylish bathroom with underfloor heating, and a bath with shower over. The living/dining room has dining table and chairs in addition to a large leather sofa, underfloor heating and Smart TV. French doors lead from here onto a large south-facing granite paved terrace with teak benches and slate table. The well furnished kitchen has an electric Aga, which keeps it comfortably cosy throughout the year, a breakfast bar with stools, a dishwasher, and plenty of storage space. The property also has a washer/dryer and free high speed wi-fi broadband.

Super garden; extensive woodland, streams, ponds, lawns and shrubberies, 3 acres in extent. Tables and chairs provide sitting areas in various parts of the garden. The property lies at the end of a 100m drive which provides privacy and security.

The St Kew Inn, just 300m away, is a truly atmospheric traditional country pub and provides excellent food.

The dramatic North Cornwall coast is easily accessible; Port Isaac just 3 miles, Polzeath and Rock just 6 miles. Many miles of National Trust coastline provide spectacular walking. Great surfing beaches, sheltered coves, and the stunning Camel estuary offer something for everyone: swimming, surfing, sailboarding, kitesurfing, sailing, kayaking, rowing, boat trips, etc.

There is great walking on Bodmin Moor, extensive cycle trails (Cardinham woods, Lanhydrock and the very popular Camel Trail) and many and various visitor attractions. The Eden project is a must and only 18 miles away.

Property manager

Coachmans Cottage

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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Country cottage in a peaceful location. Walking distance to beach.

  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
Country cottage in a peaceful location. Walking distance to beach.

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Caution, streams, ponds and trees to climb.
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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
Booking will only accept for check in on Friday

Important information

You need to know

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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Bodmin

Located in Bodmin, this cottage is in a rural area and on a river. Bowood Park Golf Course and Camel Valley Vineyard are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and St Nectan's Glen. Consider King Arthur's Great Halls for a night out or Cornish Coast Day Adventures if you're travelling with kids. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Wadebridge, ENG

What's nearby

  • Camel Cycle Trail - 9 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Port Isaac Beach - 16 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Port Gaverne Beach - 17 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Padstow Harbour - 19 min drive - 19.7 km
  • Polzeath Beach - 22 min drive - 10.8 km

Getting around

  • St Columb Road Station - 21 min drive
  • Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Trevathan Farm Shop and Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Trelawney's Carriages Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The White Hart - St Teath - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Ship Inn - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Golden Lion - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming former coach house in an idyllic woodland garden, 300m from St Kew Inn. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming former coach house in an idyllic woodland garden, 300m from St Kew Inn.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming former coach house in an idyllic woodland garden, 300m from St Kew Inn.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming former coach house in an idyllic woodland garden, 300m from St Kew Inn. located?

This family-friendly Bodmin cottage is located on a river, 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Cornish Coast Day Adventures and Port Isaac Beach. Port Gaverne Beach and Tregardock Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 35 out of 37 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 37 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Beryl & John S.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

First class in every way

Excellent property in beautiful gardens. Easy access to all places of interest and beaches. Owners at hand for any information if required and 6 friendly ducks.........Perfect for a relaxing holiday.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Petra K.

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

A beautiful home

We had a lovely stay. Cottage and garden so beautiful. Tom and sandy very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 14 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martin P.

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

Cottage with character

Excellent location to explore the south west of Cornwall. Homely cottage. Just right for 2 people. Lovely to have the St Kew Inn just 300 yards away. Very popular so bookings essential. Do try the moules. They were delicious.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Doug J.

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

Retreat in magical garden

Beautiful property owned by a couple both of whom have gardening backgrounds. You feel like you in the middle of an historic, well cared for estate. We had one major problem and that was finding the property. Somehow we did not get good directions. The name of the property in the online description would have helped. The Coachman’s Cottage is just the name on the rental unit. Once there the owners were very helpful, accommodating.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jenny S.

Beautiful cottage stunning gardens

Brilliant cottage very well equipped with beautiful gardens. All the furniture and fittings of good quality, lovely bedding. Some cottages we have stayed in have had cheap linens and towels but not Tom and Sandy they were great hosts even providing a very welcome plate of shortbread and milk to make a cup of tea on arrival. Very kind and friendly they made us feel right at home, thank you. The Arga was interesting and toasting bread was fun but must admit didn't do any other cooking - well we were on holiday! The local pub has a great atmosphere serving good and plentiful food. Port Isaac (Doc Martin country), Wadebridge, Bude and Padstowe were just some of the places we went to. Padstowe for Rick Stein fish and chip restaurant not to be missed as is Port Isaac for cream tea. We can honestly say this is the best cottage we have stayed in.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2016

10/10 Excellent

Sophie P.

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

Cosy little cottage

We had a lovely stay at this cottage. Very clean and the perfect size for me and my husband and our 5yr old. Perfect base to explore what Cornwall has to offer. This was a very last minute booking so we're lucky to have found it! Very happy with our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

John F.

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

Great place to relax and unwind

Beautiful cottage that has everything with gardens to relax in.. Just make sure you take plenty of wine. Enjoy!! Cheers.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth K.

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

Beautiful cottage and lovely hosts

The cottage is particularly well appointed and comfortable and we thoroughly enjoyed the private, quiet location whilst being close to the coastal villages and walks. Tom and Sandy are excellent hosts and lovely people. A delightful stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kim W.

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

Perfect stay

We enjoyed a wonderful week at this charming property. Tom and Sandy have done a great job in ensuring every need is catered for . Spotlessly clean and comfortable cottage surrounded by beautiful private gardens . Thank you Tom and Sandy
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jayne T.

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

Absolutely stunning

Absolutely loved it! Very very clean beautifully furnished character property set in idyllic gardens and peaceful surroundings in a good location for exploring the north and south coasts of Cornwall. Wonderful comfy beds lovely bathroom and large lounge-dining room, loved using the Arga! Wonderful hosts Tom and Sandy who provided everything we needed to enjoy our stay. Highly recommended. Thank you ❤️
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Derek B.

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

Coachman's Cottage - September 2021

Lovely cottage located in a fantastic garden - very peaceful and private. Indoors the cottage is maintained to a high standard and is even more comfortable than the pictures suggest. Everything we needed for our stay was readily available. As newcomers to Aga cooking we rose to the challenge and successfully cooked a few meals on it! St Kew itself is well located near to main roads allowing for easy trips around the coast or South to Bodmin / St Austell - plenty of interest within 30 minutes drives!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tim J.

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

A hidden gem

Wonderful place to stay with a great host and a delightful garden that has to be experienced and explored to be believed. Great location for visiting Cornwall with most of the major visitor attractions less than an hour away.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Karen N.

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

Peaceful

A very peaceful setting; ideal location for exploring the surrounding coast.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Hugh w.

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

A Cottage in The Woods

Wonderful and unique converted coachman’s cottage in N Cornwall close to many unique tourist experiences.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Carol K.

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

Excellent cottage and excellent hosts

This cottage has everything you would need for a very comfortable stay. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Anke A.

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

Wunderbare Unterkunft in toller Umgebung

Das Cottage erfüllte alle unsere Erwartungen. Wundervolle Lage, super Ausgangpunkt für Ausflüge, sehr gemütlich. Besonders toll war der persönliche Empfang durch Sandy samt der netten Einführung in die Besonderheiten des Hauses (der AGA-Herd ist klasse!). Dazu stand eine vorbereitete Tea-Time mit frischem Shortbread bereit - unglaublich nett. Die Ausstattung des Cottages war hervorragend, uns fehlte nichts. Die Übernahme war super einfach, Sandy und Tom sehr hilfsbereit. Wir können das Cottage nur wärmstens weiter empfehlen und würden jederzeit wiederkommen. Herzlichen Dank für die schöne Zeit!

10/10 Excellent

Caroline S.

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

Absolutely stunning. Tom and Sandy, and son Jeremy lovely, friendly hosts. Beautiful, quiet location

Would highly recommend. Will definitely be back. Thank you so much.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Stephen H.

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in

St Kew

We had a great time in this lovely accommodation

10/10 Excellent

Ashley E.

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

Dream cottage

The cottage is just as dreamy as I imagined. The location is perfect for hopping around Cornwall and the hosts are the loveliest I’ve ever spent time with. I only wish our family had more time to unwind and soak up the magic.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Darach M.

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

Beautiful house and gardens

Beautiful house and gardens and in a great location. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. Sandy and Tom were more than helpful and had the property finished to an extremely high standard with everything we needed for our stay.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Spectacular hideaway

Lovely cottage, perfect situation, a garden to die for! Spent a great week exploring (again) the area, & came back each day to an idyllic spot. Unobtrusive but helpful hosts. I even just about mastered the Aga!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jane L.

Cosy cottage in stunning surroundings

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Coachman’s Cottage. We were greeted by the delightful Tom and Sandy with a very warm welcome and delicious shortbread- thank you! The sounds of flowing water and birdsong set in such beautiful gardens was truly restorative. The cottage is superbly located to easily explore and enjoy the nearby coast. The Lewis Family
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Hilary d.

Fantastic cottage set in three acres of landscaped garden

The best cottage my husband and I have stayed in. We were made to feel very welcome, homemade shortbread left in the kitchen, delicious! Everywhere was beautifully clean, in fact it sparkled, from the glassware to the bathroom taps. It was warm and cosy, and the furnishings of a high standard. Tucked away in a small village, so many lovely places were easily accessible to visit. We would thoroughly recommend this cottage for a family or a couple. We would not hesitate to return if we were in the area again. Thank you to Sandie and Tom.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2018

8/10 Good

Graham S.

A very enjoyable stay.

My wife and I received a warm welcome to a very clean and well-ordered cottage. Everything we needed for easy living was available and the owners were helpful in giving us information about appliances and also facilities in the local area, including the characterful St Kew Inn. The amazingly extensive and well-stocked garden is delightful and we were allowed free access to all parts. Our only (slight) adverse comment is that as natural light is somewhat reduced by surrounding trees the lighting in the living room could be warmer and brighter. Overall a most enjoyable experience. If the option were available we would make the score 4.8 out of 5.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Robert D.

Great Place

My family and I loved it there. The hosts were wonderful.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2018

About the host

Hosted by Coachmans Cottage

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Tom and Sandy Chadwick have lived in St Kew since 1979, initially running six holiday apartments in a big old house. When our children left home we downsized, converting our stables into a comfortable home, “Reskesen”, and the adjacent coach house into a home for Tom’s mother. This cottage we now let as “Coachmans Cottage”, and, yes, it really was a coach house!

Why they chose this property

St Kew is a very small, peaceful village set in rural North Cornwall, close to some spectacular stretches of the north coast, whilst being just far enough inland to escape the busy coastal scene. Coachman’s Cottage was originally a coach house, now converted into a charming and cosy two bedroom cottage at the end of a 100 metre private drive, surrounded by three acres of woodland gardens. This idyllic rural setting in a sheltered valley location offers peace and quiet, and visitors are encouraged to use and enjoy the garden, whether for breakfast, a barbecue or just drinks on the terrace. Some of our magnificent trees are hundreds of years old, and the huge variety of plants, the tumbling streams, exuberant shrubberies and the sweeping lawns create a wonderful environment for wildlife: from barn owls to goldcrests, newts to otters, several species of bats, an occasional deer, and a dazzling display from damselflies and butterflies. This is a very special place.

The 15th century St Kew Inn, serving Cornish ales and great food is about 300 metres away. Just 3 miles away is the little harbour village of Port Isaac (better known as Port Wenn to Doc Martin fans); within six miles are the popular beaches of Polzeath, Rock, and Daymer Bay, variously popular for surfing, sailing and other water sports. Padstow is just the other side of the estuary, and a few miles up the coast are the historic villages of Boscastle and Tintagel. Wadebridge is a pleasant little town just 5 miles away which provides all the usual amenities; also easy access to the Camel Trail, great for miles of off-road walking and cycling (bike hire available), much of it alongside the fabulous Camel Estuary. There are a number of golf courses. in the area, including the St Kew course just one mile away, and the spectacular St Enodoc just six miles away.

What makes this property unique

The location of this property is fantastic:
A peaceful and beautiful valley setting, totally secluded yet not isolated.
Close to the stunning north coast yet sufficiently far inland to escape the crowds and the sometimes wild weather.
Only 300m from the St Kew Inn, a great pub providing excellent meals.
A huge garden with streams, extensive lawns, ponds and woodlands, wonderful for kids and other wildlife.

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