Log Cabins to RentLog cabins are self catering accommodation, but that is not a sentence of one week in the kitchen. It’s an opportunity to start the day at your own pace with breakfast as you like it, and to come and go as you please. But it’s lovely to have a restaurant close by so that you only use that kitchen when you want to. The log cabins below will ensure you never feel chained to the hob or the sink.
You have the once in a lifetime opportunity to be Lord or Lady of the Manor at the magnificent 17th century Grade II listed Criccieth Country Hall! Nestled in its fabulous 75-acre estate, this outstanding manor house has been sympathetically restored and refurbished. It now offers luxurious comfort together with a wonderful warm ambience in rooms brimming with warm wood panelling, beamed ceilings, polished mosaic floors, huge fireplaces and handpicked, sumptuous furnishings. Criccieth Country Hall sleeps 10 guests in 5 sensational bedrooms, all having something very special to offer if you have a special celebration, all the better as you can dine and relax in a noble style.
As you make your way up the sweeping drive, you will be in awe of the stunning lush lawns, the beautiful borders, the woodlands and the stone terraces. The majestic 17th century stone facade and its striking latticed windows give you a nod as to what to expect inside. If you are lucky, the climbing wisterias will be in bloom, but whatever time of the year you visit, you are in for a wonderful treat!
Criccieth Country Hall has unique period features that have been lovingly looked after and combined with some wonderful grand pieces. The vast living room boasts a glorious period mosaic floor, perfect for showcasing the Chesterfield sofas in front of the roaring fire. A polished veneer baby grand piano sits in one corner of the room plus there is an elegant spread of gorgeous antiques. The grand dining room is equally impressive with a long traditional dining table and chairs, a harp in the corner and a stone fireplace. The traditional kitchen is well-equipped, perfect for preparing a celebration supper.
The Bridal Suite oozes romantic appeal with its wonderful four-poster bed housing a sumptuous Princess and the Pea mattress. The room boasts rich wooden wall panelling and a stand-alone copper bath. What an amazing room! You will feel truly spoilt in this luxury. Period elegance continues in the other rooms. All offer sensational views of the garden and unique features such as ancient stone fireplaces now used to house dressing tables. You have the choice of the Cromwell Room, Lady Annabel, the Garden or Peacock rooms. All are spacious and offer elegant comfort. The house offers three exceptional modern bathrooms as well as the Bridal Suite’s stand-alone bath. They are very roomy and tasteful.
The estate is yours to discover. You can marvel at the glimpses of the River Dwyfach with its salmon fishing, the Quackery, the enchanting gipsy caravan, the Japanese water garden, the tennis court, stone terraces and the giant chessboard. The lawns sweep all around these wonderful treats. Afternoon tea or alfresco dining can be taken on the terrace. The delights are never-ending at the fabulous Criccieth Country Hall.
Criccieth Country Hall is located close to Criccieth, between Pwllheli and Porthmadog on the wild and stunning Llyn peninsula. From this location, you can enjoy the wonderful attractions and scenic landscapes of the Llyn peninsula and the Snowdonia National Park.
The Llyn Peninsula coast is a protected Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. There are stunning, idyllic beaches to visit, seaside resorts with an excellent bistro life, pretty coastal hamlets, picturesque harbours and smart marinas. The historic fishing village of Aberdaron was the last stop for pilgrims on the way to Ynys Enlli otherwise known as Bardsey Island or the ‘Isle of 20000 Saints’ which is now a National Nature Reserve famous for its birdlife. Abersoch is a delightful seaside resort with sailing and watersports, a bistro dining scene, fabulous beaches and a lovely sheltered harbour. Llanbedrog boasts a photogenic line of colourful beach huts and a superb beach. Porthdinllaen is a much loved, much-photographed coastal hamlet brimming with quaint houses above a stunning half-moon of golden sand. Beside Porthdinllaen is Nefyn with its maritime museum, pretty harbour and a sweeping crescent of sand. Its headland golf course is extremely scenic.
Criccieth is a beautiful, elegant seaside resort on Cardigan Bay. It is known as the ‘Pearl of Wales on the Shores of Snowdonia’. This attractive Victorian resort offers fantastic beaches and traditional Welsh charm.
Porthmadog, known locally as ‘Port, lies 5 miles east of Criccieth, 11 miles south-west of Blaenau Ffestiniog, 25 miles north of Dolgellau and 20 miles south of Caernarfon. The town boasts a stunning setting, dominated by the mountain known as Moel y Gest, 262 metres above the town. The Glaslyn estuary to the north and east is a haven for migrating birds and wildlife. Porthmadog is a bustling town brimming with independent shops and wonderful eateries. It has a strong, proud heritage, culture and community. With all the majesty of the Snowdonia National Park on its doorstep and the spectacular coastline of the Llyn peninsula, it really is a wonderful spot. The town is also popular with steam railway buffs for the Ffestiniog and Welsh Highland Railways.
The breathtaking Snowdonia National Park covers 840 square miles with its purple-tipped mountains and lush forests. The park is spectacular and crammed full of outdoor activities including cycling, climbing, horse riding, golfing, bird watching, caving and watersports. There are plenty of ancient monuments and museums.
The Llyn peninsula’s capital Pwllheli is a very busy seaside resort. It boasts a popular sailing and watersports centre, a fantastic marina, art galleries and excellent shops and restaurants.
Nestled high on the hills between Abersoch and Bwlchtocyn, Bardsey Island View occupies a privileged spot with breathtaking views of the ocean, cliff tops, hillsides, mountains and Bardsey Island. This wonderful 4 bedroom property sleeps 8 guests. It oozes style, elegance and calm and has definitely been designed to make the most of the fantastic landscapes and seascapes.
Located at the far end of the wildly beautiful Llyn Peninsula, visitors can enjoy stunning beaches, dramatic sea cliffs, pretty coastal hamlets, picturesque harbours, seaside resorts and hiking the amazing Wales Coast Path. The Llyn Peninsula is known as ‘Snowdon’s arm’. It is perfect for those that enjoy an outdoor holiday with walking, cycling and watersports on the agenda. Although Bardsey Island View is only a mile or so from Abersoch, it feels completely rural. Abersoch is a delightful seaside resort with sailing and watersports, a bistro dining scene, fabulous beaches, a lovely sheltered harbour and a good range of shops. It is very handy to be close by!
Within the traditional white pebble-dashed exterior of Bardsey Island View lies contemporary style and fittings. You will be very comfortable here, and you will certainly marvel at the views.
At the front of the house, you will find a cosy sitting room with a log burning fire and television. At the back, you will love the beautiful modern kitchen with its central island and the dining area complete with a sofa. Huge floor-to-ceiling doors open out onto a wonderful decked terrace. With the doors open, this is where you will want to spend the majority of your time at Bardsey Island View. The decked terrace boasts a lovely high-quality corner sofa as well as alfresco dining. You can prepare meals at the house barbecue. The far-reaching views are phenomenal. This whole living space with the views is a delight that you will dearly miss when you return home. Steps lead down from the decked terrace to a garden with yet more seating, a lush lawn and a playhouse. It is perfect for children’s games or to laze on the grass, enjoying the Welsh sunshine.
This property offers four delightful bedrooms, of which two are located on the lower floor. The master bedroom is very smart and boasts a lovely wooden floor with furniture to match and an ensuite shower room. The other room on this level is a children’s bunk room. It is fun and children love it. There is also an immaculate modern family bathroom. Upstairs you will find two further bedrooms nestled within the eaves as well as another smart family bathroom. One of the bedrooms enjoys a kingsize bed, a bright and cheerful feature wall and lots of light from the Velux windows. The other bedroom is a twin. Every room in this house is decorated beautifully.
The Llyn Peninsula is beautiful with a rich culture and heritage, gorgeous harbours, stunning beaches and dramatic sea cliffs. It is a protected Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty where you can walk the Wales Coast Path.
Bardsey Island View’s proximity to Abersoch is wonderful. You have the best of both worlds, feeling so remote, and away from it all but fantastic restaurants and excellent shops await in Abersoch. Abersoch has two beaches. The main one offers wonderful watersports and excellent views of St Tudwal’s Islands. The beach is flanked by some of the most expensive beach huts in Wales. They make for a lovely photograph. The harbour beach is great for crabbing and watching the boats. One of the biggest attractions is the ‘micro-climate’ which is attributed to Abersoch’s location on the Llyn, surrounded by the sea on three sides. Abersoch has a number of good restaurants, a few pubs which have children’s play areas and some up-market boutiques and souvenir shops.
To the west of Abersoch, at Y Rhiw, you will find Plas yn Rhiw, a 17th-century Welsh manor house set in beautiful ornamental gardens with outstanding views of the bay. It is owned and run by the National Trust. As the road climbs, you will pass Porth Neigwl, otherwise known as Hell’s Mouth Beach which is highly rated as the best for surfing in North Wales.
Bardsey Island is also known as the ‘Isle of 20000 Saints’ . It is one of Wales’ natural wonders and was declared a National Nature Reserve in 1986 due to its amazing birdlife. Legend has it that this remote island is home to 20,000 saints who are buried on the island. The stretch of water separating it from the mainland is known in Welsh as Ynys Enlli due to an abundance of rip tides and whirlpools which can make the crossing interesting. The wildlife on the island is extensive with many migrant species pulling over for a pit stop or to breed and nest. Migratory birds visiting include chiffchaffs, goldcrests, wheatears, sedge, willow warblers, whitethroats and spotted flycatchers. Resident species include ravens, little owls, oystercatchers, chough, razorbills, guillemots, fulmars and kittiwakes.
Llanbedrog boasts a photogenic line of colourful beach huts and a superb beach. Oriel Plas Glyn-y-Weddw is its wonderful art centre and gallery. Porthdinllaen is a stunning coastal hamlet brimming with quaint houses above a stunning half-moon of golden sand, another great photo opportunity. The village and beach are owned by the National Trust, and access is by foot only. It boasts a lovely characterful waterfront pub. Beside Porthdinllaen you will find Nefyn with its maritime museum, pretty harbour and a sweeping crescent of sand. Its headland golf course is extremely scenic.
Llithfaen is a quaint inland village set in a fascinating landscape. On Yr Eifl mountains you will find Tre’r Ceiri, an astonishingly well-preserved prehistoric village which was occupied until about 2000 years ago. Nearby is the Welsh Language and Heritage Centre, Nant Gwrtheyrn.
Located on the dramatic North Cornish coast, Constantine Bay is a gorgeous, gently shelving beach of fine, golden sand sprinkled with beautiful rock pools. It is three miles west of the very popular and foodie town of Padstow. Constantine House occupies a lovely quiet position in Constantine Bay and is a wonderful coastal haven for a family or friends holiday.
As you make your way down the sweeping drive, you will probably start to appreciate the space that this fabulous property offers. Most of the rooms are on the ground floor, all with huge picture windows where the light floods in and the garden views are wonderful. The large living room is fabulous with its double height apex ceiling, its deep, comfortable leather sofas and its toasty wood-burning stove. You can listen to your favourite soundtracks on he Sonos sound system. The warm wooden floors contrast beautifully with the cool neutral palettes decorating the walls. The huge, contemporary kitchen will delight the chef in your party. It is so well-equipped. It will be easy to cook some delicious treats. The kitchen leads directly to the charming dining area and second living area. With a conservatory type feel, the wicker sofas with warm accents of ruby reds enjoy the sunlight. There is direct access to the terrace. Perhaps this is where you will come with the Sunday newspapers and a morning cup of tea. Every room in this wonderful house is very spacious, bright and beautiful.
As well as the living spaces you will find three delightful bedrooms on the ground floor. The generous master bedroom enjoys a dressing area, a pristine, dazzling en-suite bathroom and direct access to the terrace and garden. The twin bedroom is very smart and enjoys lovely garden views. The bunk bed room is ideal for children. There is also an immaculate family bathroom on the ground floor.
There are two bedrooms tucked into the eaves upstairs. They offer charm and comfort though are subject to ceiling height restrictions. One offers an en-suite shower room. One has a single bed and the other a double.
The gardens are a wonder. The sun-drenched terrace is perfect for alfresco dining using the house barbecue or you may prefer a sunny spot lazing on the bench in the far corner. The raised garden basks in maximum sunshine and offers the perfect spot to relax, breath in the fresh sea air and admire the clear Cornish skies. Just a short stroll away, you will find one of Cornwall’s loveliest beaches with its golden sand and rolling waves.
Constantine House is located in Constantine Bay. It is a gorgeous area, home to Trevose Golf and Country Club and close to the very popular town of Padstow. It enjoys a reputation as one of the best surfing beaches in Cornwall and boasts a sweeping arc of gently shelving golden sand. The west-facing beach also enjoys rock pools for children to explore. The bay is separated from its neighbour, Booby’s Bay to the north by a thin rocky point and is bordered by a large rocky reef to the south.
The Trevose Golf and Country Club offers an amazing championship course, breathtaking views and a very warm welcome to visitors. There is a restaurant and many other facilities at the club.
The picturesque port of Padstow is 4 miles away, nestled on the beautiful Camel Estuary. It boasts excellent shops, pubs, cafes and restaurants. It is full of character and historical interest and offers watersports, fishing trips, speedboat rides, sea cruises and crazy golf. The town is centred around the attractive harbour with an eclectic mix of fisherman’s cottages and merchant’s houses. You can take a boat trip from the harbour with a range of activities from wildlife spotting to angling or just messing about on the water and enjoying the sunshine. Most popular are the trips to spot seals, dolphins, puffins and basking sharks. Also popular are the ferry trips over to the upmarket resort village of Rock. The Black Tor passenger ferry takes around 5 to 10 minutes to cross the river and runs throughout the year. Rock is a haunt and second home to many rich, famous and holidaying royals. Overlooking Padstow, you will find the fine Elizabethan country house, Prideaux Place. It was built in 1592 and has been passed down through the generations to the current owners, Peter and Elisabeth Prideaux-Brune. It boasts formal gardens and a deer park.
Padstow’s ancient Obby Oss May Day celebrations are a fairly unusual spectacle! The event revolves around the two Obby Osses (hobby horses) which resemble a one-man pantomime horse. The idea is that they are in search of maidens and are followed by a team of morris dancing types, dressed in white and playing accordions and banging drums. It dates back to pre-Christian times.
Padstow is the start of the Camel Trail. Without doubt, it is the best known of Cornwall’s recreational trails, following the route of the former North Cornwall Railway. The trail, starting in Padstow passes through Wadebridge and on to Bodmin and then to the village of Blisland on Bodmin Moor. The scenery is stunning along the River Camel and there is plenty of wildlife to spot.
The wonderful Porthcothan Lodge boasts a stunning countryside location yet is just a 10 minute, almost entirely traffic-free wander from the delightful sandy Porthcothan Bay. Within Cornwall’s Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Porthcothan is a pretty, tranquil village. The bay is of Poldark fame when it was filmed as Nampara Cove. Porthcothan Lodge’s elevated position makes the most of the stunning views down to the bay. With three exceptional bedrooms, this stunning holiday home sleeps six guests in exquisite, modern comfort.
The open plan living area is both striking and extremely comfortable. It boasts warm wooden floors thoughout, high vaulted ceilings, a trendy hanging log burning stove and an incredible amount of light flooding in through the many windows and patio and tri-fold doors. The kitchen and dining area is raised from the lounge area and features beautiful white and wooden units, a useful breakfast bar where guests can keep the chef company, dining with a view as well as a gorgeous white piano and a super comfy contemporary chair. Perhaps you have some budding pianists who can entertain you all while the chef is preparing a delicious meal? There is such a wonderful sense of space with the high ceilings and the calm colour scheme. You will find lovely modern artwork on the walls giving little colour pops and striking lighting from the ultra high ceiling. The oak doors to the rest of the house are fabulous with eye-catching coloured glass panels. Just a few steps down, you will find the very attractive lounge area with its perfectly fitting corner sofa, its hanging fire and extraordinary views across to the village and bay. The full floor-to-ceiling glass doors and apex windows bring the outside in and make this a fabulous, countryside haven. No matter what the weather you will no doubt enjoy this delightful space. The mellow colours of the furnishings blend perfectly with the exposed natural, local stone wall behind the fire.
Once outside, you are greeted with a raised decking area, again making the most of the breathtaking vistas and a lower lawned garden. This is rural enrapture at its best! Just at the end of the lane you will find the public footpath taking you almost all the way to Porthcothan Bay. The sensational sand dune flanked beach promises hours of entertainment.
All three bedrooms are spacious and light filled. Two offer super-king sized beds and contemporary en-suite bathrooms with powerful drench showers. Charming sloped ceilings and fabulous wooden beams feature. The third bedroom is a twin which has use of the gorgeous family bathroom. All of the bathrooms are fully tiled in a lovely honey colour. The family bathroom boasts a bath and shower.
Porthcothan Lodge is a fabulous, peaceful, rural haven, bliss for those that love the outdoors. With the stunning Porthcothan Bay just a 10 minute walk from the house, easy access to the famous South West Coast Path and the dramatic National Trust headland, the popular foodie town of Padstow and the legendary Bedruthan Steps close by, this location is wonderful.
Porthcothan Beach is a very attractive north west-facing cove backed by pretty grassy dunes. It is a favourite with families as it becomes very sheltered at high tide due to the cliffs. Poldark fans will enjoy remembering it as Nampara Cove. Fans can also explore around Pendeen and Botallack where the UNESCO listed mines doubled as Wheal Leisure.
Surfers will want to head to the rolling waves of Constantine Bay, Harlyn or further north to the famous surf beach of Polzeath. Harlyn Bay is home to a famous surf school so is a very good bet if you fancy some tuition.
The South West Coast Path boasts incredible scenery with landscape and seascapes synonymous with shipwrecks and smugglers. Walkers enjoy spectacular clifftop views looking out over Bedruthan Steps where colossal, pointed stacks stand majestically out of the Atlantic waves. The coastal path between Carnewas to Stepper Point is a mix of sandy bays and high cliffs. Above Trevone Bay you will enjoy views of striking marble cliffs at Porthmissen Bridge. Past Mother Ivey’s Bay, the prominent Trevose Head boasts stunning views up and down the coast.
For a day away from the beach, you can visit the magnificent late Victorian country house of Lanhydrock and its fabulous gardens and wooded estate. After a devastating fire in 1881, the Jacobean house was completely refurbished in Victorian style. You can discover two sides of Victorian life, upstairs and downstairs. The extensive gardens are beautiful. You can also enjoy off-road cycle trails, hiring cycles there or you can walk for miles.
The picturesque port of Padstow is within easy distance, nestled on the beautiful Camel Estuary. It boasts excellent shops, charming pubs, cafes and renowned gourmet restaurants including Rick Stein’s Seafood Restaurant. It is full of character and historical interest and offers watersports, fishing trips, speedboat rides and sea cruises. The Black Tor ferry takes passengers over to Rock in around 5 to 10. Padstow is the start of the wonderful Camel Trail over to Bodmin Moor. You can hire cycles in the town if you do not have your own. Overlooking Padstow, you will find the fine Elizabethan country house, Prideaux Place which boasts formal gardens and a deer park. It was built in 1592 and has been passed down through the generations to the current owners, Peter and Elisabeth Prideaux-Brune.
How dreamy to be staying in a rather grand Edwardian pad in the very heart of Padstow with sensational panoramic views of the gorgeous estuary from many of the rooms! Harbour View House offers high-end, supremely comfortable modern living. With five delightful bedrooms, it sleeps ten guests. It really is an excellent choice with spacious, beautifully decorated rooms, an impressive kitchen diner, fantastic bathrooms and lovely outside space. Most of all, though, its elevated position boasts incredible estuary vistas. You can wake up in the morning to the glorious sight of boats bobbing, sandbanks shifting and sea birds flying high in the sky. Get your camera ready!
Padstow, one of the most popular seaside towns in the whole country, is full of character and historic interest. It offers a fantastic dining scene, boasts an excellent range of shops and offers watersports, fishing trips, speedboat rides, sea cruises and a ferry service across the estuary to the very popular town of Rock. The Camel Estuary, from Padstow and Rock downriver to Wadebridge, is one of only two ‘inland’ sections of Cornwall’s Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The gorgeous Harbour View House is in prime position to enjoy all of it.
The Edwardians certainly had a very keen eye for splendid locations and knew a thing about space. This magnificent gem offers two excellent living rooms as well as a fantastic kitchen diner and five huge bedrooms. Even the hallway and landings are spacious! Both elegant living rooms are positioned at the front of the house with magical views over the rooftops to the glistening waters. One is carpeted, and the other boasts warm wooden floorboards. With calm tones of cool grey and colour pops of sunshine yellow and blue, they are bright and beautiful and so inviting. With a party of ten, you may not all want to do the same thing at the same time so children can play or watch a movie in one, while others enjoy pre-dinner drinks, the Sunday newspapers or a lovely afternoon snooze in the other.
The immaculate kitchen diner at the back of the house is an absolute delight. The chef in your group will be thrilled with the high-end kitchen boasting an Aga and double ovens. Wonderfully fun chairs of all different colours surround the large dining table and huge bi-fold doors open to the garden and terraces.
Four of the five bedrooms are on the first floor along with two dazzling, spacious bathrooms. One is a shower room and the other a family bathroom, boasting both a shower and a bath. The two fabulous bedrooms at the front of the house offer king-size beds and stunning views. One of these opens onto a balcony. How lovely that you can lie in bed with the doors open and enjoy the views and the first sniff of sea air! The higher up you go in Harbour View House, the better the views. At the back of the house, you will find a double bedroom and a twin. The exquisite decor is calm and peaceful, and even though you haven’t got those views, you will sleep like kings. Upstairs, on the top floor, you will find the fabulous master bedroom suite. With its en-suite bathroom with a huge walk-in shower and armchairs perfect placed by the picture window to enjoy the views, it is a lovely comfortable haven.
Outside, Harbour View House enjoys front and rear gardens. You can open the huge dining room bifold doors and relax on sofas in the delightful shaded alfresco lounge area. Up a level, you can enjoy special views from the slate-paved upper terrace with alfresco dining at its best.
The Camel Estuary is a geological ria, a deep valley that was drowned by post-glacial rising sea levels. It is one of the most popular places in Cornwall. At low tide, gorgeous sandbanks are exposed, and the reed beds and salt marsh flats teem with wading birds. Tributary rivers and small creeks link with the hinterland taking in secluded farms and windswept hilltops. One of the best ways to explore this glorious Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty is by bike along the Camel Trail. It starts in Padstow and is hugely popular. As well as seeing many birds, you are likely to spot otters and rare plants amongst the blackthorn, gorse, thrift and campion. It follows the disused railway line once used by the London and South West Railway. From Padstow, it follows the estuary to Wadebridge before joining the route through the deep and beautifully wooded Camel Valley to Bodmin. At Bodmin it winds its way inland to the edge of Bodmin Moor where after 18 miles it comes to an end below Blisland, a very pretty moorland village with a very popular award-winning pub. If you haven’t taken your own bikes, you can hire then in Padstow.
The picturesque town of Padstow boasts excellent shops, pubs, cafes and top-notch restaurants. Rick’s Stein’s Fish Restaurant has brought fame and visitors to the town. From the busy harbour, visitors can enjoy watersports, fishing trips, speedboat rides and sea cruises. Most popular are the trips to spot seals, dolphins, puffins and basking sharks. The attractive harbour is flanked by an eclectic mix of fisherman’s cottages and merchant’s houses. The Black Tor passenger ferry takes passengers over to Rock, taking 5 to 10 minutes to cross the river. Rock is a second home to many rich and famous and a holiday favourite with the royals. Overlooking Padstow, you can visit the fine Elizabethan country house, Prideaux Place. It was built in 1592 and has been passed down through the generations to the current owners, Peter and Elisabeth Prideaux-Brune. It’s formal gardens, and deer park is delightful.
There are many fabulous beaches to visit within easy reach of Padstow. Constantine Bay enjoys a reputation as one of the best surfing beaches and boasts a sweeping arc of gently shelving golden sand together with fascinating rock pools. Next door is Booby’s Bay, separated from Constantine Bay by a thin rocky point. Harlyn, with its famous surf school, is another favourite.
Golf fans can visit the Trevose Golf and Country Club. It boasts an amazing championship course with breathtaking panoramic views and a very warm welcome. There is a restaurant plus many other facilities at the club.
Carnewas and the Bedruthan Steps are also very popular. The landscape is synonymous with shipwrecks and smugglers. You will enjoy spectacular clifftop views looking out over Bedruthan Steps where colossal, pointed stacks stand majestically out of the Atlantic waves. It is a very dramatic spectacle. The coastal path between Carnewas to Stepper Point is a mix of sandy bays and high cliffs and farmland inland. From Stepper Point you can head on towards Harlyn Bay. Above Trevone Bay you will have views of striking marble cliffs at Porthmissen Bridge. Past Mother Ivey’s Bay, the prominent Trevose Head boasts stunning views up and down the coast. Porthcothan is a popular beach that snuggles between low cliffs and is reached following paths between the dunes.
Skilmans House is a sprawling contemporary holiday home that stands proud on Skilmans Hill with gorgeous views across the marshes to Southwold Harbour and beyond. With four outstanding bedrooms, this wonderful property sleeps 8 guests in superb comfort. The harbour, shops and pretty beach huts of Southwold are just a short stroll away.
Southwold is a pretty quintessentially British seaside resort. With its Instagram worthy pastel-painted beach huts lining the promenade, a wonderful beach, amusements, an iconic pier and an excellent up-market range of shops and eateries, it is immensely popular.
The vast outdoor terrace of Skilmans House has been designed to make the most of the views from the house. The raised decked alfresco dining terrace is perfectly positioned so that you can dine with a view. The sunsets are gorgeous from this wonderful vantage point. There is also an outstanding outdoor corner sofa arrangement, the perfect spot for pre-dinner drinks or a read of the Sunday newspapers.
Skilmans House is a light-filled wonder. The living room is enormous. You can all stretch out and watch the equally huge television. The deep, comfy sofas are decorated with colour pop cushions, and the large bay window lets the light flood the room. The kitchen diner is a chef’s dream. The dazzling white and contemporary walnut kitchen is enormous with masses of cupboards and work surface, a fantastic range of appliances and a wine fridge. The first thing you will want to do is fill that! There is even a sofa in the kitchen so that guests can keep the chef company while they cook up a feast. Playful, brightly coloured chairs adorn the dining table, matching the bright cushions on the sofa. The kitchen diner is extraordinarily light with huge floor to ceiling doors by the dining area and huge apex windows and doors at the kitchen end, as well as Velux windows.
Skilman House boasts four outstanding bedrooms which are spread across the ground and first floors. Downstairs, a delightful double bedroom opens directly onto the terrace where guests can pop out to the alfresco lounge area for a delicious morning cup of coffee and the first sniff of fresh sea air. Its ensuite bathroom sparkles and offers a wonderful dome shower head with LED lighting, sure to be a talking point. The remaining three bedrooms are situated on the first floor. Children will enjoy late-night chatter in the bunk room where there is plenty of room to play. There is another room with flexible sleeping arrangements. The zip and link beds can be set up as twins or a super-king bed. There is also another fabulous double room with a double bed and ensuite bathroom. The family bathroom, again in brilliant white, is luxurious and very contemporary. Skilmans House is very well appointed. You even have a jacuzzi bath. Be sure to take a glass of the chilled wine from the wine fridge up with you!
Southwold is a charming north Suffolk seaside town on the very attractive Suffolk Heritage Coast, between Aldeburgh and Lowestoft. It is as pretty as a picture with its landmark lighthouse, and pastel-painted beach huts lining the promenade. Its iconic pier was recently refurbished and is home to the House of Games, an electric light-filled arcade room that is very popular with tourists. There are bundles of energetic and interactive games to play with prizes to be won. You can wander along the pier, buying delicious Suffolk Meadow ice-cream as you go, to the famous Under the Pier Show, a somewhat crazy collection. The water clock is made from recycled copper water cylinders with a water show every 30 minutes. It is like a time gone by with sticks of rock and fish and chips. Southwold is home to the famous Adnams Brewery. You can tour the brewing rooms set just behind the High Street, adjacent to the town’s iconic lighthouse.
From the beach you may want to take a stroll crossing the River Blyth to Walberswick, exploring the trackbed of the old Southwold Railway along the way. Over a thousand acres of heath and marshland around Walberswick are protected as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. You will find children crabbing by the harbour as well as fisherman’s huts where you can buy some delicious, freshly caught fish. Walberswick boasts tea rooms, restaurants, two pubs, an art gallery, village shops and some charming craft and gift shops.
Further down the coast, you can visit the wonderful town of Aldeburgh. Its famous resident, Benjamin Britten, is celebrated throughout the town with a wonderful sculpture on the beach. Aldeburgh is very pretty with pastel-coloured 19th-century homes and a delightful pebble beach. The fascinating Aldeburgh Museum is housed in the iconic Moot Hall, one of the UK’s most important timber-framed public buildings. It dates from the early 16th century and tells the history of Aldeburgh from the Anglo-Saxon period until today. You will hear about witches, smuggling, shipbuilding and famous people from the area.
Havergate Island is a tiny island in the River Ore. It is famous for its breeding avocets and terns which are around during the spring and summer. There are 5 hides. You take a boat to get there which can be booked through RSPB Minsmere Nature Reserve.
Dunwich Heath Coastal Centre and Beach offer tranquillity and a true sense of being at one with nature. The heath is alive in the summer months with colour, a patchwork of pink and purple heather and coconut-scented yellow gorse. It is a rare and precious habitat for Dartford warblers, nightjars, woodlarks, adders and much more.
Looe Cottage is an exquisitely decorated period property, perched on the hillside of East Looe with gorgeous panoramic vistas across Looe harbour. With four elegant bedrooms, Looe Cottage offers eight guests and up to two well behaved pets supremely comfortable accommodation. It is spacious, sophisticated and smart with a warm and welcoming ambience.
Looe is a charming, picturesque harbour village divided into two by the River Looe. With quaint cobbled streets, independent local shops and an abundance of restaurants and pubs, it is a popular town with visitors returning year after year. Its sandy beach promises hours of fun, there’s crabbing from the quayside and the South West Coast Path passes right through the town.
Looe Cottage is perfect for entertaining large family or friend groups. The rooms are huge and the downstairs living and dining room opens easily with double doors through to the fabulous kitchen. The kitchen is a chef’s dream with excellent appliances, a Nespresso coffee machine, huge worksurfaces and a lovely central island where guests can pull up a stool and keep them company while they cook up a storm. The wallpapered feature wall is delightful and blends perfected with the pastel painted shaker style units. Light pours through the mammoth skylight. There is a separate utility room.
The elegant sage green living and dining room features a gorgeous period fireplace, sweeping floor-to-ceiling curtains decorating the huge sash windows and a gigantic television. Guests are treated to Netflix and Now TV on the smart TV, together with a music system, blue tooth speakers, PS3 and games, books, DVD’s and family board games for entertainment.
A rather grand staircase from the spacious hall takes guests upstairs to the bathrooms and bedrooms. There are two master bedrooms. One offers a gorgeous sleigh styled king-size bed, a smart TV with Netflix and stunning river and harbour views. The other, in cool grey and cream tones, boasts a king-size bed and en-suite shower room. There are two further beautifully decorated bedrooms, one a twin and one with bunk beds, so ideal for children. The family bathroom is immaculate. It dazzles, all in white with a bath and shower over it.
To the front of the property, you will find a lovely patio with alfresco dining furniture and fantastic river views. Looe Cottage offers a paid for allocated parking space next to the Millpool car park for one large car.
It is easy to see why visitors return to Looe year after year. Whilst retaining a working fishing port, the town entertains guests all year round. You can stand on the atmospheric quayside watching the fishing boats returning before dining on fresh fish in one of the local restaurants. You will not be disappointed. You may choose the award winning fish and chips near the river or a gourmet menu in one of the smart, trendy restaurants overlooking the harbour. It is all delicious. You can cross the bridge from East to West Looe to visit the other side of town. Looe’s main beach is a lovely golden sand sun trap featuring rockpools to explore. The Looe Marine Conservation Group run regular rockpool rambles for children of all ages. Their website gives details of the wildlife events and local family friendly adventures such as crabbing, snorkeling, bird watching, fishing and visits to Looe Island.
Looe Island was one a holy pilgrimage site. Now it is a sanctuary for wildlife and rare plants. In 2004 Looe Island was left to the Cornwall Wildlife Trust by Babs Atkins who had bought the island with her sister in the 1960’s. You will find a grey seal population sunbathing on the rocks and swimming around the island. The island is home to many nesting birds such as cormorants, shags and oystercatchers. It boasts the largest breeding colony in Cornwall of the majestic great black-backed gull. During the summer months there are frequent boat trips and guided walks. Dogs are not allowed to visit the island.
The Old Sardine Factory Heritage Centre tells the story of Looe’s maritime history. You will learn how Looe exported pilchards to Italy, sent pilgrims to Galicia and sailed across the Atlantic to catch cod off of Newfoundland. You will also learn about boat building and experience a lifeboat Shout! with state-of-the-art technology. The centre is also a climbing wall and kayaking centre.
The stunning South West Coast Path passed through Looe plus there are countless walks in the beautiful countryside surrounding the town. You may want to walk around Fowey where you can enjoy seeing Menabilly, once the home of Daphne du Maurier and the inspiration for Manderley in her novel Rebecca. Fowey is a popular sailing destination and offers a ferry service to the pretty village of Polruan opposite. Walking from Polruan towards Polperro you will pass the beautiful Lantic Bay and the horseshoe shaped West Coombe at Lansallos. Polperro is a gorgeous fishing village with steep narrow streets, pretty slate cottages and stunning views. The 36 mile walk from Looe to Boscastle is wonderful, crossing Bodmin Moor via Davidstow, Rough Tor and Brown Willy and passing through the verdant West Looe Valley.
If you fancy a scenic day out but don’t want to drive, you can take the Looe Valley train line to the historic market town of Liskeard. There are stunning views though heavily wooded valleys teeming with wildlife, glorious estuary views and rivers full of wading birds such as little egrets, grey herons, oystercatchers and curlews.
Situated within an exclusive, gated development in the heart of the Cotswolds, Walnut Cottage is one of two properties sitting side by side that benefit from a quieter spot, overlooking a waterway to the rear and taking advantage of its southerly facing aspect. With a master bedroom suite, one double room and two singles, this gorgeous, contemporary holiday home sleeps six guests. The cottage also benefits from a pretty patio area with alfresco dining and a small garden, bounded by the small waterway. It is idyllic and perfectly positioned to enjoy the fantastic range of facilities and activities offered.
The development is just south of Cirencester. You are in for a week combining blissful relaxation with exciting adventure, all within hundreds of acres of lush green space, featuring nine beautiful lakes, two rivers, stunning picnic spots and miles of lakeside and river trails. Walnut Cottage is situated within an easy ten minute walk of the on-site spa and restaurant and the Nature Reserve with its lakes for canoeing, kayaking and fishing, bike trails and children’s playpark. The spa offers fantastic luxury treatments, a steam room, sauna and three gorgeous swimming pools. One is a bracing eco-pool naturally filtered by water lilies plus there is an indoor and outdoor pool. Guests are welcome to use the library, a ‘restful reading’ lounge, tennis courts and the Technogym. During peak holiday seasons, children’s clubs offer a huge range of activities.
Walnut Cottage boasts a stunning open plan living space on the ground floor. With a beautiful teal and stone colour scheme, the lounge area is extremely comfortable with squishy sofas and a log burning stove for cooler evenings. There is access to the delightful patio for alfresco dining and the small garden. The kitchen is modern, sleek and perfect for preparing delicious meals if you do not want to barbecue. There is a handy utility room which doubles as a cloakroom.
On the first floor, you will find four lovely bedrooms. The master bedroom enjoys a very small balcony and a pristine, modern en-suite bathroom. In addition, there is a delightful double room and two smart singles. They share a beautiful, contemporary bathroom.
This is a lovely, modern holiday home for a family. If you want to holiday with other family or friends, we are very privileged to market many properties on this fabulous development so you can easily spend quality family time, yet meet up for wonderful adventures and fabulous picnics with others.
Walnut Cottage enjoys a very special location within a gated resort in the heart of the Cotswolds. Just south of Cirencester, guests enjoy many entertainment options within the development as well as being located on the doorstep of fabulous Cotswolds attractions. The Cotswolds boasts idyllic villages, historic towns, a rich heritage of country houses, stunning gardens, wildlife parks, arboretums and enchanting nature reserves. Popular visits are to Bourton-on-the-Water, Stow-on-the-Wold, Tetbury, Cirencester, Malmesbury and Lacock as well as the regency pleasures of Cheltenham and the Georgian glories of Bath which are less than twenty miles away.
Bourton-on-the-Water, like most of the Cotswolds, lies in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. It is the Venice of the Cotswolds with beautiful bridges crossing the River Windrush. Gorgeous cosy cafes line the pretty streets together with houses made with enchanting honey coloured Cotswold stone.
Stow-on-the-Wold is a delightful market town, the highest of the Cotswold towns exposed on the 800 feet high Stow Hill at the crossroads with the Roman Fosse Way. The town boasts a fascinating history. At the height of the Cotswold wool industry, it held annual fairs where as many as 20000 sheep were sold at one time. The Market Square is very attractive with its ancient cross, town stocks and an elegant array of Cotswold town houses and shops. You will find many fine antique shops, art galleries, gift and craft shops.
Tetbury is another historic wool town. It is an architectural gem with many of the wool merchant’s houses remaining the same as they were in the 16th and 17th centuries. The Parish Church of St Mary’s has one of the tallest and most elegant spires in the UK. Tetbury is popular for its independent shops including antique shops, vintage and interior shops, exclusive boutiques and the Highgrove shop. Tetbury holds many regular events including the May Day Wacky Races, the Spring Bank Holiday Woolsack Races when contestants carry 65lb woolsacks up and down the 1 in 4 hill, the August Summer Show, the September Food and Drink Festival, the October Tetbury Music Festival and the Christmas Lights Switch-on.
Close by, visitors can enjoy the stunning botanical experience of the National Arboretum at Westonbirt, the glorious Elizabethan Chavenage House used for many famous films and TV series, the beautiful Arts and Crafts Manor at Rodmarton, the 13th century Lacock Abbey and HRH Prince of Wales’ stunning garden at Highgrove. Local equestrian events such as the Badminton Horse Trials, Gatcombe Festival of British Eventing and Beaufort Polo are all popular.
Bellview offers gorgeous, modern comfort and is perfect for a small family or two couples. With flexible sleeping arrangements, one bedroom can be made up as two singles or with a king-size bed. This wonderful, contemporary holiday home rests on the edge of the tranquil Howells Mere Lake in a luxury Cotswolds development. With a decked waterside terrace on the sleeping level and a decked terrace on the first floor living area, guests enjoy blissful views of the lake. Bellview is one of only a few two bedroom properties on the development. If you are considering taking a holiday with friends or extended family, Oliver’s Travels is privileged to feature numerous properties here. You can enjoy special family time at Bellview then meet up for fun or relaxing activities with others.
This first-class development is just south of Cirencester. There is a perfect balance of blissful relaxation with exciting adventure on offer within hundreds of acres of lush green space. During early morning wanders you will discover nine beautiful lakes, two rivers including The Thames, beautiful picnic spots and miles of lakeside and river trails, suitable for hiking or biking. Guests can enjoy canoeing, kayaking, fishing, a luxury spa, an on-site restaurant with takeaway facilities, a Technogym, tennis courts, a library, a ‘restful reading’ lounge and a fabulous children’s playpark. The spa offers fantastic luxury treatments, a steam room, sauna and three gorgeous swimming pools, one of which is a bracing eco-pool naturally filtered by water lilies plus there is an indoor and outdoor pool. During peak holiday seasons, children can attend children’s clubs with a huge range of fun activities. On your doorstep, you can also enjoy the other Cotswolds delights. Charming villages, historic towns, gorgeous gardens and gourmet restaurants all await.
For a two bedroom property, Bellview offers spacious accommodation with open plan living and roomy bedrooms. The house benefits from first floor living to make the most of the gorgeous views across the tranquil Howells Mere Lake. The dazzling contemporary kitchen, with granite surfaces, is very well-equipped, perfect for preparing delicious meals. You can dine with a view then lounge on the sumptuous sofa and chair. A complete wall of glass illuminates the space and offers a fabulous Instagram worthy picture. You will find it hard to take your eyes off it. The windows head right up into the apex and with vaulted ceilings, the living space feels so airy and bright. Doors open to a decked terrace where you can enjoy an early morning cup of coffee or an evening tipple watching the sun go down.
Downstairs, the elegant interior design continues into the two double bedrooms. Both enjoy a shared decked waterside terrace with loungers. One of the bedrooms boasts an immaculate en-suite bathroom plus there is a smart family bathroom. One bathroom has a shower and the other a bath with a shower head. The zip and link beds in one of the bedrooms can be set up a king or twins.
Bellview enjoys a charming lakeside position within a gated resort in the heart of the Cotswolds. Just south of Cirencester, guests enjoy many entertainment options within the development as well as being located on the doorstep of fabulous Cotswolds attractions. The Cotswolds boasts idyllic villages, historic towns, a rich heritage of country houses, stunning gardens, wildlife parks, arboretums and enchanting nature reserves. Popular visits are to Bourton-on-the-Water, Stow-on-the-Wold, Tetbury, Cirencester, Malmesbury and Lacock as well as the regency pleasures of Cheltenham and the Georgian glories of Bath which are less than twenty miles away.
Bourton-on-the-Water, like most of the Cotswolds, lies in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. It is the Venice of the Cotswolds with beautiful bridges crossing the River Windrush. Gorgeous cosy cafes line the pretty streets together with houses made with enchanting honey coloured Cotswold stone.
Stow-on-the-Wold is a delightful market town, the highest of the Cotswold towns exposed on the 800 feet high Stow Hill at the crossroads with the Roman Fosse Way. The town boasts a fascinating history. At the height of the Cotswold wool industry, it held annual fairs where as many as 20000 sheep were sold at one time. The Market Square is very attractive with its ancient cross, town stocks and an elegant array of Cotswold town houses and shops. You will find many fine antique shops, art galleries, gift and craft shops.
Tetbury is another historic wool town. It is an architectural gem with many of the wool merchant’s houses remaining the same as they were in the 16th and 17th centuries. The Parish Church of St Mary’s has one of the tallest and most elegant spires in the UK. Tetbury is popular for its independent shops including antique shops, vintage and interior shops, exclusive boutiques and the Highgrove shop. Tetbury holds many regular events including the May Day Wacky Races, the Spring Bank Holiday Woolsack Races when contestants carry 65lb woolsacks up and down the 1 in 4 hill, the August Summer Show, the September Food and Drink Festival, the October Tetbury Music Festival and the Christmas Lights Switch-on.
Close by, visitors can enjoy the stunning botanical experience of the National Arboretum at Westonbirt, the glorious Elizabethan Chavenage House used for many famous films and TV series, the beautiful Arts and Crafts Manor at Rodmarton, the 13th century Lacock Abbey and HRH Prince of Wales’ stunning garden at Highgrove. Local equestrian events such as the Badminton Horse Trials, Gatcombe Festival of British Eventing and Beaufort Polo are all popular.
Think barn style living with gorgeous beams, exposed walls, range cookers, double height ceilings and a fantastic sense of space. Farley House offers just that. It rests peacefully on the edge of an idyllic lake within an exclusive, gated development in the very heart of the Cotswolds. Just south of Cirencester, this amazing development offers extensive family fun amongst stunning landscapes, nine lakes, two rivers, lakeside trails, hundreds of acres of lush green space and wonderful wildlife. The development is prestigious, upmarket and offers both supreme relaxation and adventure in a truly magical natural setting.
Oliver’s Travels offers numerous properties located on the development within our portfolio, so why not invite your friends and family to join your holiday? Boasting a luxury spa with steam room, sauna and gorgeous treatments, 3 swimming pools including a bracing eco-pool naturally filtered by water lilies, a library, a ‘restful reading’ lounge, tennis courts, a children’s playground, restaurant, watersports tuition, a Technogym, fishing and so much more, this exceptional development is the perfect spot for multi-generational holidays and meeting up with friends. Much of the Cotswolds lies within a stunning Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. It boasts idyllic villages, historic towns, a rich heritage of country houses, wildlife parks, stunning gardens and enchanting nature reserves.
This glorious property sleeps eight guests in four immaculate bedrooms, two of which enjoy en-suite bathrooms. The double height spacious living area oozes warmth and character with splendid beams, an exposed brick wall and gorgeous, sumptuous furnishings surrounding the cosy wood burner. The vaulted ceilings complete with beams are incredibly attractive. The gourmet kitchen boasts contemporary cream units, granite work surfaces, an electric Aga and a gas hob, a chef’s dream. Guests can keep the chef company sitting at the lovely central dining table. Massive doors open to the south-facing decked terrace which balances beautifully over the water’s edge. What a spectacular spot for your morning cup of coffee or a late night drink gazing at the stars! Waterside alfresco dining can be enjoyed using the barbecue. If you don’t fancy cooking, you can pick up delicious pizzas fresh from the wood burning pizza oven at the resort’s restaurant.
Also on the ground floor are three of the four bedrooms. With direct access through huge glass sliding doors to the decked terrace, a gorgeous double room features a comfy oak bed and an immaculate en-suite bathroom. You will wake up in the morning to those fabulous lake views. Farley House also offers two charming twin bedrooms which share a family shower room on the ground floor.
The central wooden stairs lead you to the atmospheric first floor master bedroom suite. With its sloping ceilings, beams and pristine en-suite shower room, it is an idyllic space. Everything about Farley House is warm, inviting and high-end. You will have a wonderful time, that is for sure!
Farley House enjoys a very special lakeside location within a gated resort in the heart of the Cotswolds. Just south of Cirencester, guests enjoy many entertainment options within the development as well as being located on the doorstep of fabulous Cotswolds attractions. Villages and towns such as Bourton-on-the-Water, Stow-on-the-Wold, Tetbury, Cirencester, Malmesbury and Lacock are all close by and the regency pleasures of Cheltenham and the Georgian glories of Bath are less than twenty miles away.
Bourton-on-the-Water, like most of the Cotswolds, lies in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. It is the Venice of the Cotswolds with beautiful bridges crossing the River Windrush. Gorgeous cosy cafes line the pretty streets together with houses made with enchanting honey coloured Cotswold stone.
Stow-on-the-Wold is a delightful market town, the highest of the Cotswold towns exposed on the 800 feet high Stow Hill at the crossroads with the Roman Fosse Way. The town boasts a fascinating history. At the height of the Cotswold wool industry, it held annual fairs where as many as 20000 sheep were sold at one time. The Market Square is very attractive with its ancient cross, town stocks and an elegant array of Cotswold town houses and shops. You will find many fine antique shops, art galleries, gift and craft shops.
Tetbury is another historic wool town. It is an architectural gem with many of the wool merchant’s houses remaining the same as they were in the 16th and 17th centuries. The Parish Church of St Mary’s has one of the tallest and most elegant spires in the UK. Tetbury is popular for its independent shops including antique shops, vintage and interior shops, exclusive boutiques and the Highgrove shop. Tetbury holds many regular events including the May Day Wacky Races, the Spring Bank Holiday Woolsack Races when contestants carry 65lb woolsacks up and down the 1 in 4 hill, the August Summer Show, the September Food and Drink Festival, the October Tetbury Music Festival and the Christmas Lights Switch-on.
Close by, visitors can enjoy the stunning botanical experience of the National Arboretum at Westonbirt, the glorious Elizabethan Chavenage House used for many famous films and TV series, the beautiful Arts and Crafts Manor at Rodmarton, the 13th century Lacock Abbey and HRH Prince of Wales’ stunning garden at Highgrove. Local equestrian events such as the Badminton Horse Trials, Gatcombe Festival of British Eventing and Beaufort Polo are all popular.
