Kingfisher Barn, stunning location, private hot tub, tennis, river frontage

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Traditional stone barn conversion, set in a truly special location

Cornwall Tourism Awards Self Catering Accommodation of the Year finalists

Bright, lofty beamed ceiling, open plan living space

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Amenities
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Location
Host

9.8

Exceptional

4 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 850 sq m

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Hot tub

Breakfast available

Free WiFi

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Saltash, ENG

Derriford Hospital20 min drive
National Marine Aquarium22 min drive
Royal William Yard24 min drive
Plymouth (PLH-Plymouth City)26 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Blue Bedroom

1 King Bed

GreenBedroom

1 Single Bunk Bed

Living room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

Red Bedroom

1 King Bed

Teal Bedroom

1 King Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Cloakroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Main Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

*** Cornwall Tourism Awards Self Catering Accommodation of the Year '23 / '24 Silver Award winners.***

Kingfisher Barn is a multi-award-winning attractive stone converted 4-bedroom barn providing superior accommodation for up to 8 people. Set over 2 floors, the top floor boasts a stunning large open plan lofty beamed ceiling kitchen / living area (approximately 5m x 10m) with oak flooring, dining table and a fitted kitchen with all modern conveniences. Outside there’s a private garden area with al-fresco dining, BBQ and private hot tub, a tree perfect for children to climb on and herbs for adding to your dinner.

The 4 bedrooms have comfortable beds with luxury Egyptian cotton linen. 3 bedrooms can be configured with either a king sized or twin singles, and the fourth has a full sized bunk bed.

There are so many things to do here and out and about, but for any rainy days, the barn comes complete with a 49″ wall mounted satellite television, Blu-Ray/DVD player and 5.1 surround sound. You can even connect your iPod / iPhone wirelessly to the sound system to play your favourite tunes whilst you cook or eat. There are books and DVDs in the the property for your use.

In the words of a recent guest: "better in real life than you could imagine! The farm was just stunning, the comfort & interior were exquisite & the hot tub was the cherry on top. Couldn’t recommend enough. Absolutely stunning, dreamy, beautiful!"

Lower Marsh Farm, Landulph, is set within an Area of Outstanding National Beauty on the River Tamar. A former Duchy of Cornwall renowned daffodil farm, Lower Marsh Farm is on the outskirts of the pretty village of Landulph benefiting from the secluded feel of being a million miles from City life but with the convenience of being striking distance of modern amenities. On the farm there are Highland Cattle, chickens, ducks, peacocks and lots of wildlife (including deer in the woods), so normally plenty of zero food mile eggs are available!

Within the grounds you can enjoy a game of tennis, your own private hot tub, games room (with table tennis table), orchard with a hammock for relaxing and admiring the view, basketball hoop, private woodland and shingle river beach (tidal and yes, swimming is possible!).

The farm grounds include a magical Salt Marsh Nature Reserve. This rare salt marsh habitat boasts an interesting array of flora and fauna. With herons, buzzards, egrets, kingfishers, pheasants, owls and bats galore. Lower Marsh Farm offers the nature lover around 40 acres of opportunities for rambling, bird watching, or just enjoying the peace and quiet of the Cornish countryside.

In easy reach are beaches, fantastic gardens, and lots of activities for all ages. Our guests can purchase discounted tickets for the Lost Gardens of Heligan.

Children and babies are welcome and we have a cot, high chair and stair-gate available by prior arrangement (plus we can provide a baby bath, kitchen cupboard door locks etc).
We have ample parking and storage areas for bikes and surf boards.

You are welcome to bring 1 or 2 well-behaved dogs by prior arrangement (we apply a £20 charge per dog to cover the additional cleaning requirements).

During the months of Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb & Mar, there is a daily charge of £20 if you want the hot tub to be switched on and ready for your use.

After a day of exploring the Farm and nearby areas, relax with a drink in front of a roaring log burner – you are welcome to use wood from our wood store.

This is a NO SMOKING (inc vapes) property with FREE Wi-Fi, luxury Egyptian Cotton bed linen, fluffy cotton towels, and heating are included. Early check-in (up to 2 hours at £15 per hour) / late check-out (by 1 hour at £30) can be booked - availability will be confirmed on request.

There are plenty of sailing opportunities in the nearby safe waters of the Tamar estuary and there is a yacht club approximately 1 mile away in Cargreen. For Golfers, a few miles away is the St.Mellion International Resort and for non-golfers there are luxurious spa facilities.

There are a number of bookable experiences and treats here at Lower Marsh Farm including private wild food foraging workshops, stand-up paddle boarding (SUP), wine or gin tasting evenings, spa treatments, afternoon tea, suppers and more.

Property manager

Olivia Stewart

Languages

English

Amenities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Ocean view

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 30

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: limit 2 total

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Music is not allowed to be played out of doors and noise is to be kept to a minimum after 9pm.

No smoking inside the property or outside in the grounds of the farm. Please do not book if you are smokers.

We are in a quiet rural location and you will need a car to get around.

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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Saltash

Located in Saltash, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. St. Mellion Golf Club and Lanhydrock are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Drake Circus and Tavistock Pannier Market. Travelling with kids? Consider National Marine Aquarium and Port Eliot House and Gardens. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Saltash, ENG

What's nearby

Derriford Hospital - 20 min drive
National Marine Aquarium - 22 min drive
Plymouth Pavilions - 22 min drive
Hoe Park - 23 min drive
Royal William Yard - 24 min drive

Getting around

Germans Station - 17 min drive

Restaurants

‪The Ploughboy - ‬10 min drive
‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
‪Foreign Muck - ‬12 min drive
‪The Two Bridges Inn - ‬11 min drive
‪Costa Coffee - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Kingfisher Barn, stunning location, private hot tub, tennis, river frontage pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Kingfisher Barn, stunning location, private hot tub, tennis, river frontage?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Kingfisher Barn, stunning location, private hot tub, tennis, river frontage?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Kingfisher Barn, stunning location, private hot tub, tennis, river frontage located?

This family-friendly Saltash holiday home is located by the sea, 1.2 mi (2 km) from Tamar Valley, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Saltash Waterside and Kit Hill Country Park. St. Mellion Golf Club and Lanhydrock are also within 9 miles (15 km).

9.8

Exceptional

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9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

SALLY B.

18 Apr 2024

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

Peaceful

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Gareth S.

2 Aug 2022

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent week away

We all loved the property and the grounds. Dog walking was great around the farm and in a lovely quiet area.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Steve F.

7 Sept 2021

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

Great holiday

We had a wonderful break at Lower Marsh Farm, a beautiful location, very peaceful with lots to keep the kids entertained. We were perfectly happy chilling around the farm, feeding the chickens, ducks and peacocks, playing tennis and table tennis and plenty of walks from the doorstep. We even collected some apples and blackberries on the farm and made a crumble. The owners were on holiday but Ian was very helpful and always around to help with a cheery smile. The hot tub and the bbq were great and the wellies in the boot room came in handy as the walk to the saltmarsh can be boggy. We also booked SUP with Mel from Mai Adventures which was excellent! The living area and bedrooms in Kingfisher Barn were great but the bathroom and toilet need some tlc as they are looking grubby. Could do with a lick of paint and re: grouting/seals to freshen them up. The only other thing is the kitchen was missing a few things such as small saucepans (only really large pans which are not ideal if you just want to warm up a tin of beans) and it could do with a couple of flat oven trays. We had a very relaxing, enjoyable and memorable holiday.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Neil F.

20 Aug 2021

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

Great place!

Beautiful place in a very beautiful location. Ideal if you want peace and quiet but only a short drive to local amenities. We all really enjoyed our stay.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Samantha H.

8 June 2021

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

Wonderful trip

We had such a great stay at the Kingfisher barn! The accommodation was as described and worked well for our 2 families of 4 (kids aged between 7-4) with particularly strong reviews for the bunk beds from the 7 year olds :) The property was beautiful with some great walks and areas to explore. The kids loved feeding the animals and collecting fresh eggs in the morning. The hot tub was a nice feature for everyone. The host was very efficient and helpful. The staff were so friendly, helpful and amazing. We ordered one of the heat up suppers on evening and the lasagne was delicious. The local area was also great - it wasn't too far to Seaton Beach which is perfect for the kids and has a nice cafe. We also went to a Landmark Trust at Cotehele (about 20 mins away) which was a great little visit. Overall a great spot to relax and enjoy the Tamar Valley.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mark H.

19 Oct 2020

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

Superb accommodation

Fantastic place, we could no fault it. Really quiet and peaceful, beautiful accommodation. Hopefully we will return for another stay.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kirsty D.

15 Oct 2020

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

Relaxing short break away!

Exactly what we needed! A short break away in a beautiful location to chill out! Thank you! :)

10/10 Excellent

Sharon T.

31 Oct 2019

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

A great place to relax.

Warm and comfortable. Wonderful log burner. Hosts were extremely helpful and went out of their way to assist by going to buy a new DVD player when we had problems with the existing one. They provided plenty of extra things too for the young children. It is a quiet and peaceful place in which to relax - especially with the hot tub. We enjoyed some interesting walks around the grounds and to the river.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Keith M., Suffolk, UK

29 Oct 2019

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Nice Property

If you stay here you will probably have a nice break but be aware that the property is in a very rural location and is approached by some very narrow, steep muddy lanes. If you all go to bed at the same time you will be fine but because all of the bedrooms are downstairs with all of the living space upstairs with wooden floors you may find it difficult to nod off. All in all a nice property. Smokers be aware that you are not allowed to smoke anywhere on the property or its land.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Dom S.

7 Aug 2019

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

Week in August

Lovely place, great facilities and being very quiet

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sandy D.

20 Apr 2019

Beautiful location and facilities

Lovely hamper of goodies on arrival and the kids loved fetching fresh eggs for breakfast every morning. House was lovely and spacious and the hot tub was a great finishing touch .

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Paul S.

15 Apr 2019

Great family property, very relaxing and good location for exploring the area

Really enjoyed our stay in the Kingfisher Barn. The location was great for exploring the area, we visited a couple of National Trust properties, took the kids for the day to the local Adrenalin Quarry, which was good fun. Facilities at the barn were great, played table tennis and tennis several times and then have a relaxing soak in the hot tub in the evenings. Would highly recommend.

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Magda S.

10 June 2018

Lovely place with lots to do

We stayed at Lower marsh farm for 4 nights in May. The barn is very spacious and comfortable for 2 families. Beds and linen is top quality. The owners were friendly and helpful, they offloaded our on-line food delivery before our arrival making our arrival effortless. There was also freebies of eggs, milk, juice and fudge which was a nice touch. There is plenty to do around the farm, with a tennis court to play sports, basketball hoop, walking around grounds and the friendly animals kept our kids entertained. The 2 peacocks, ducks, chicken and a golden retriever all got named by our kids. The playroom is awesome on a rainy day you can play table tennis and there are some toys for small kids. Hot tub was great as well. Can’t fault it, perhaps would be nice to have more comfortable seating outside if I was going to be picky.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa H.

3 Jan 2018

A great Christmas venue

The bad weather did not detract from the great entertainment space and facilities available to us. The hot tub was wonderful and our hosts were on hand for any queries.

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

May C.

7 Aug 2017

The property was stunning, the pictures give a true reflection on how the place actually looks!!

We had a fantastic time at the barn, just exactly what was needed. The kids especially enjoyed the hot tub and tennis courts. It was a perfectly peaceful place to stay and a good location for getting to many of the places of interest in the area while having the chance to head to Plymouth if you wanted something closer to home. Great holiday all round :)

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Melanie S.

22 July 2017

Sehr schöne Ferienwohnung in idyllischer Lage

Wir haben als Familie mit großen und kleinen Kindern eine sehr schöne Zeit in Saltash verbracht. Die Wohnung ist sehr schön, groß, sauber und gut ausgestattet. Die Umgebung ist auch reizvoll, allerdings sind die Fahrwege zu den Sehenswürdigkeiten in Cornwall recht lang. Auch zum Strand muss man ca 40 Minuten Fahrzeit einplanen. Aber wer einen ruhigen und entspannten Urlaub möchte ist hier richtig. Die Kinder haben auch mit Begeisterung Tennis gespielt. Die Vermieter waren sehr freundlich und hilfsbereit.

Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Tracey V.

13 June 2017

Lovely, spacious, well thought out property. Only one bathroom between 8 sometimes an issue.

Gorgeous hamper on arrival, excellent communication from Olivia, who responded to questions/requests promptly, both before arrival and during the week. House was lovely, although the single bathroom between 8 was sometimes tricky. There are 2 toilets, though, which was very useful! The mattress on our bed felt quite old and lumpy, but everyone else seemed to be fine. Use of games room, tennis court, hot tub and barbecue was fantastic. Overall a fabulous week in a beautiful place in a lovely house.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Sharon T.

17 Apr 2017

Lovely barn conversion with plenty of space for all the family!

Really enjoyed our stay! Used the games room, tennis court and hot tub! Our weekend flew by! Thank you!

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Seosoon S.

14 Apr 2017

Great

Very clean. Comfortable quiet house.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Wouter V.

11 Jan 2017

Great location, great outdoors, great yacuzi

We loved the isolated location, the open air yacuzi and the environment. We also appreciated the welcome gifts

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl B.

7 Sept 2016

Amazing cottage, perfect for two families on holiday and brilliant location

Owners are fantastic, extremely helpful and friendly. Cottage is amazing, very comfy for two families with children. On arrival you are provided with emergency supplies such as milk and pasta to allow you to have a drink and make a meal. The living area is upstairs and open plan, perfect for the group to always be able to watch the kids whilst preparing tea. There is a games room which the kids loved, and tennis courts. It is only a short walk down to the beach area which is stony but we found lots of baby crabs and a swing so the kids throughly enjoyed it. Plymouth is only a short drive away and many attractions are within 30 to 60 minutes drive. Highly recommend this property and would definately visit again.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Angela W., Bushey

29 Aug 2016

Great games room!

Had a lovely stay from 23rd from 30th July. The accommodation was all you could ask for, particularly upstairs with a really well equipped and seemingly new kitchen. It was a great base to explore the countryside with lovely walks on the doorstep. When it rained we had some fab table tennis tournaments in the games room.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Christopher P.

14 Apr 2016

Lovely house and great location - despite the weather

We stayed here as 6 of us for our annual Easter weekend family getaway, Olivia was there to check us in and provided a wealth of local knowledge and house information in a pack for us. The barn has been tastefully converted and furnished well, the kitchen is well equipped and Olivia was happy to provide a thing extra we needed as well. It is quite a windy road from the main route which made for some interesting routes to the supermarket etc but this was to be expected. You can get in on either level from outside which was helpful with 2 muddy dogs and 6 pairs of muddy wellies to come in on the hardwood floor instead of the carpet. We loved having the log fire on during the evening and when the rain stopped we were straight in the hot tub which was a great extra to have available. We used the games room for a little bit which I imagine would be brilliant if you've got young kids or teenagers who want to get away. We walked along the coast a few times which was a nice walk from the house but didn't use the private bit of coastline. The only 1 downside I'll say is that if you take dogs who aren't that good with livestock and farmyard animals then you will have to take them outside on the lead as there isn't an enclosed area just for them to go to the toilet etc. We had a brilliant time over the weekend and would recmmomend it highly.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2016

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Neil H.

20 Aug 2015

Idyllic rural location with a warm welcome

Lower Marsh Farm is an idyllic location, and we found the accommodation and gardens to be absolutely perfect for our needs with four adults and four children under ten to cater for. All the four bedrooms are on the ground floor of this traditional converted barn, with a spacious living, dining and kitchen area on the first floor. The property was very clean, well-maintained and well-equipped. And we had a very warm welcome from the owners who live just across the courtyard, who thoughtfully provided a welcome pack including vegetables from their own kitchen garden. They also provided local artisan toiletries, which is not always the case for self-catering holiday lets. There were acres of space for the kids to play in including a games room with table tennis, tennis court, play area and woodland all in easy reach of the barn. You will have to drive to find a beach but I can thoroughly recommend a visit to Kingsand/Cawsand and the property is conveniently located for Plymouth, Looe & Polperro. The Eden Project is about an hours drive away, and we also took a trip to Bude. Everything was in such good condition that I guess that it has only recently been converted for holiday letting purposes. If so I would be very surprised if it does not becomes increasingly difficult to book as I am sure they will be getting many return visits from satisfied guests.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Richard P.

18 Aug 2015

Excellent, can't fault it

This is an excellent place to relax, to use as a base or exploring the surrounding countryside and coast, both Cornwall & Devon: 1/2 hr to the nearest surf beaches, 1hr to Salcombe, 1hr 20mins to Padstow. We would recommend the house to anyone looking for a special break away from it all. The property was spotlessly clean with all the facilities you will need: dishwasher, w.machine etc.

About the host

Hosted by Olivia Stewart

We live in the farmhouse and are on hand for any questions if needed.

Why they chose this property

Set in over 40 stunning acres with river frontage. Great for families with lots of facilities (games room, tennis court, hot tub). With free roaming chickens, ducks, peacocks and lots of wildlife the farm feels a million miles from City life. Yet amenities are easily accessible and there is plenty to do for everyone.

Walk to the river and relax on the beach watching the birds and other river life go by. Hunt for crabs and other beach treasurers to take you away from thoughts of daily life!

What makes this property unique

River frontage, woodland (with dens to explore), orchard, tennis court, private hot tub, games room (with table tennis), small play area for younger children. Great dining options, walks from your door and further afield. Dog friendly.

There are a number of bookable experiences and treats here at Lower Marsh Farm including private wild food foraging workshops, wine or gin tasting evenings, spa treatments, afternoon tea, suppers and more.