Nestled in a tiny hamlet, Fern Cottage is a beautifully restored traditional cottage near the magical North Cornish coast. Sleeping 6-8, it boasts two bathrooms, two sitting rooms and a lovely kitchen with speedy WiFi and Freeview on flat screen TVs. The enchanting garden has BBQ facilities and plenty of equipment for families to enjoy their stay.
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9.29.2 out of 10
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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free Wi-Fi
Outdoor space
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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Magical Family Friendly Cottage Sleeps 6-8 Bodmin, Tintagel Poldark Cornwall UK
A Saturday to Saturday Check In Property, Fern Cottage is a beautiful recently restored & enhanced traditional cottage tucked away in a tiny hamlet just 5 miles from the idyllic and magical North Cornish coast beach of Trebarwith Strand and on the very edge of wild and beautiful Rough Tor area of Bodmin Moor. Sleeping 6-8 in 3 bedrooms, plus options to use a cot and double futon bed, Fern Cottage boasts 2 bathrooms, 2 sitting rooms and a lovely kitchen with a Rayburn at its heart. In addition we offer free speedy WiFi (20Mb) & Freeview on two flat screen TVs plus an enchanting small enclosed garden with BBQ! We want to make it easy for famillies to go on holiday, so for those with younger guests we offer sturdy stairgates, travel cot and highchair/booster seat. We also have body boards, buckets and spades, sun shelters and parasols all available for you to use. Our family-friendly home from home is now available for you to rent! Pets: Please do not book until this has been discussed. A maximum of two beautifully behaved fur babies only on the condition that own bedding is provided and your pets are happy not to jump on any furniture and must on no account go upstairs please! Additional cleaning charges will be levied if there is evidence of this and this may include the cost of new bedding or sofa covers. Please note Fern Cottage rental weeks run from Saturday to Saturday.
Heating throughout the cottage is by modern slim electric panel heaters. The immersion heater keeps a plentiful supply of hot water. Rental weeks run Sat to Sat. Minimum 7 days. The grass in the garden never grows for it is of the artificial variety! Please do not use the BBQ on it! This is our family's holiday cottage and you are welcome to use any of the DVD's, toys, books or equipment we leave out. Please be kind enough to treat them with care and leave them in the state you found them. Outside: The Garden – our small but perfectly formed private South facing garden is level, enclosed and peaceful. Patio furniture and barbecue are provided for those sunny days and warm nights! The Piggery!- Our beautifully appointed former pigsty (every house in the row had one for keeping a ‘family pig’ to fatten for high days and holidays and we are lucky to have two!) at the back of the garden is now a fine Utility Room and Workshop. Here you’ll find the BBQ, garden furniture, a further fridge, Belfast sink, washing machine and tumble-dryer. There is also a stock of body boards, crab-lines, buckets and spades, sun shelters, and a parasol for guests to use! Utility Room: The Piggery Utility Room and Workshop outside. Extra fridge, Belfast sink, new washing machine and new tumble-dryer. Body boards, crab-lines, buckets and spades, sun shelters and parasol, BBQ and garden furniture all included for you to use. Cleaning / Towels / Linen / Maid service: Bed linen is included but please bring your own Cot bedding. Towels are supplied for use in the house only. Please bring your own beach towels. Our housekeeper is available in an emergency and contact details will be given to you prior to arrival. Other: Glazed Entrance Porch – with plenty of space for muddy boots! The Garden - our small but perfectly formed garden is enclosed and peaceful. Patio furniture and barbecue are provided for those sunny days and warm nights.
Bookings run from Saturday to Saturday only and any other bookings will be rearranged to reflect this.
We are so sorry but the cottage is not suitable for the elderly infirm or disabled. The staircase is narrow and all bathrooms require climbing stairs.
Thank you so much! Please message me if you'd like to discuss Fern Cottage North Cornwall further or enquire about bringing a dog or not running Saturday to Saturday!
Thank you for looking
Warmest wishes
Julia Cottrell Fern Cottage North Cornwall
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Internet
Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Electric kettle
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Bathtub
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Wood stove
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Games
Smart TV
Video library
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Fenced yard
Furnished balcony/patio
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming cats and dogs only
Up to 9 kg per pet
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Phone
Location highlights
In a rural location
In a village
Near a hospital
Near a zoo
Near an outlet shopping centre
Near the bay
Near the marina
Near the sea
Things to do
Water sports equipment
Birdwatching nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Parasailing nearby
Rafting nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Theme park nearby
Water tubing nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
Garden
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You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
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Rules
The cottage is not suitable for the elderly infirm or disabled. The staircase is narrow and all bathrooms require climbing stairs.
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total (up to 9 kg per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
About the area
Located in Camelford, this cottage is in a rural area and near the beach. North Cornwall Museum and Cornwall at War Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Camelford Leisure Centre and Pengenna Pasties. Travelling with kids? Consider Cornish Coast Day Adventures and Wadebridge Leisure Centre. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and ecotours nearby. Visit our Camelford travel guide
Is Magical Family Friendly Cottage Sleeps 6-8 Bodmin, Tintagel Poldark Cornwall UK pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much is parking at Magical Family Friendly Cottage Sleeps 6-8 Bodmin, Tintagel Poldark Cornwall UK?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Magical Family Friendly Cottage Sleeps 6-8 Bodmin, Tintagel Poldark Cornwall UK?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Magical Family Friendly Cottage Sleeps 6-8 Bodmin, Tintagel Poldark Cornwall UK?
Checkout is at 9:30 AM.
Where is Magical Family Friendly Cottage Sleeps 6-8 Bodmin, Tintagel Poldark Cornwall UK located?
This family-friendly Camelford cottage is located by the sea, within 1 mi (2 km) of North Cornwall Museum and Camelford Leisure Centre. Bowood Park Golf Course and Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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Magical Family Friendly Cottage Sleeps 6-8 Bodmin, Tintagel Poldark Cornwall UK Reviews
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Fern cottage is a lovely little cottage. It’s let down by not being cleaned throughly. The cottage stank of dogs wee, the mop was disgusting and unfit to use. The kitchen work surfaces could do with being oiled as they are wooden and due for a good clean. Upstairs was clean, beds and bedding clean and fresh. However both bathrooms were not so I had to give them a good clean myself.
Fern cottage could be really lovely with a competent cleaner and a lick of paint in the kitchen.
Despite all this we did enjoy our stay, Fern cottage is ideally situated for lots of interesting places and I’m sure once these things are addressed we would like to return at some point.
We loved our stay at this Cornish Cottage! Julia was great in communicating & the cottage was clean, comfortable, homely & fabulous. We loved every minute of our 8 day stay in Cornwall 👍👍👍👍👍. Absolutely no complaints about this lovely property 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
The property was quaint, small, quite, just what we needed for two of us and 2 other adults visiting for one week.
A little challenging for adults in our 70s with the different levels of stairs.
I would recommend to friends who want to get away,,
A real home from home; this beautiful cottage is cosy and welcoming. It is spacious and thoughtfully designed. The owner was extremely helpful and responsive. In an ideal location near to the moor and the coast. All the facilities you need are nearby in Camelford. We had a wonderfully relaxing break in your fabulous holiday cottage. Thank you very much.
Susannah H.
Verified
6/10 Okay
John C.
16 Nov 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Leaking roof - Needs to be fixed.
The house in itself is nice. It is in not a bad location and was warm and comfortable on a wet week in October. The main problem was that the roof leaks badly into the master bedroom, through a large plasterboard sheet with 8 halogen spotlights in it. The owner was called as soon as this was known, and advised it only happens when it rains hard. Which it did, every day. When mentioning the lights, I was advised that the electrical circuit was safe, which it can only be if done to marine specifications. You would fix the roof first! I shut down power to the master bedroom and located a bucket under the drip, however there is water evidence coming down into the lounge and the ceiling lights in the roof had started to fail. We moved to the second bedroom.
Fix this and it is a good property. Until then it should not be used.
Great location to explore North Cornwall. Cottage lovely and homely and very well equipped.
Had a great week & amazing weather so went to a different beach everyday.
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Fern Cottage. Communication with the owner was good prior to the stay.
The cottage is comfortable, well equipped and a great location for exploring North Cornwall.
The property was very welcoming and we were happy with the facilities offered. It was a good central location for exploring other areas. We enjoyed walking up the tors.
Had a lovely week staying in this unique stone cottage just outside Camelford. Great base for exploring many of Cornwalls popular towns and villages. Also close to Bodmin Moor, where a walk up Roughtor is a must! Camelford had an excellent pub and chip shop as well as a Spar and Co-op for essentials!
We had such a lovely week in Fern Cottage. We were 3 adults and it had plenty of space for us to do things together- and separately! Very spacious bedrooms, 2 cosy sitting rooms and a kitchen complete with an Aga style stove. Camelford itself is not that exciting a place, but it has all you need and there are lovely walks very close to the house and fab beaches and other places not too far away. Host Julia could not have been more helpful or flexible- highly recommended!
We had a wonderful week in Cornwall and Fern Cottage was an excellent base. A lovely, homely, quirky cottage which has been lovingly updated and enjoyed by others. Plenty of room for our three children, who loved the use of the body boards...and became quite addicted to the surf!! It was a great place to relax after a hard day eating fish and chips, ice creams and pasties!!
Fern Cottage is a cosy but deceptively spacious cottage in a pretty and quiet hamlet.
Fern Cottage is a cosy but deceptively spacious cottage in a pretty and quiet hamlet. It is in a perfect spot for trips to many beaches and popular towns and villages on the north Cornwall coast but also on the edge of Bodmin Moor so it provides the best of both worlds. Recommended for families, walkers and dog owners. The owners are very helpful and responsive and have created a homely and comfortable holiday home. It was a great pleasure to stay there and we hope to return. Thank-you
Diane P.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Sharon H.
28 Oct 2018
Lovely cottage which has been thoughtfully modernised in keeping with the original features.
Warm and welcoming with tea, coffee and biscuits. The cottage was quirky but with a delightful sun room and gorgeous master bedroom with en-suite. Close to picturesque spots such as Port Isaac, Padstow and Roughtor. Our October stay was blessed with good weather and we enjoyed blustery walks along the coast with our dog. We really enjoyed our stay, thank you.
Sharon H.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Joy L.
9 Sept 2018
Excellent- quirky cottage- very clean and comfortable
Excellent
Joy L.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Ian B.
4 Sept 2018
Lovely stay in a traditional cottage
A great experience staying in this traditional cottage with a nice sunny extension. The home was well equipped for young children (toys, stair gate, two lounges) and conveniently located for the surrounding area
Ian B.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Paul B.
18 Apr 2018
Great cottage, lovely location only a few miles from either the moors or the super beaches
We had a great stay, plenty of room for 5 adults and a teenager plus the dog. Within easy distance of great places to visit for days out, some lovely places to eat and relax. We had a great time despite the weather, only small issue was parking when we had 2 cars but managed to get one car where advised and the other in the next road. Will definitely be on our list to revisit.
Paul B.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kim C.
17 Jan 2018
Lovely little cottage in a great location
Lovely cottage with everything we needed & more. Nice welcoming touches on arrival. Nice decor & garden.
Local area had everthing we needed & great location for seeing so many of North Cornwalls offerings of quant villages & ports.
Kim C.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2017
Archival
8/10 Good
Katja R.
14 Oct 2017
Lovely Cottage
We had a great time in fern cottage. Lovely furnished with everything you need and lots more. The Kids loved theyre room and all the toys for the beach, films and games. It was very clean and cosy and Julia always made so much possible for us. Thank you for this lovely holidays.
Katja R.
Stayed 12 nights in Sep 2017
Archival
8/10 Good
Steven B.
30 Sept 2017
Home from home
Fantastic little house.....thanks for letting us stay. Very well equipped and very comfortable for a large party. Just wished it had been colder then we could have used the range and stove.....Good location for exploring Cornwall. Easy access from A30.
Steven B.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2017
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Patricia C.
27 Sept 2017
Lovely little cottage with all the home comforts.
Fern cottage is perfect for exploring the beautiful coast and inland to the moors. Really characterful and with a lovely little garden, we thoroughly enjoyed our stay. It's ideal for families, very child friendly from the stair gates provided to the big box of family games and dvd's. Camelford village is a short walk away and has a wonderfully quirky pub with delicious food and a supermarket and take away options. We enjoyed the use of the barbecue at the cottage and were truly sorry to leave after a relaxing week. Definitely recommended!
Patricia C.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Zoe B.
13 Sept 2017
Great cottage with facilities
We had a really lovely week at the cottage. The cottage has everything you need even for the beach with kids :)
Good location - only a 10 minute walk to the village and in good reach of some good beaches and days out.
Zoe B.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017
Archival
10/10 Excellent
sarah w.
12 Oct 2015
Home from home
Really enjoyed our week in beautiful Cornwall and being able to come back to the lovely comfortable Fern Cottage. A fantastic base to explore Tintagel and a great National Trust Walk at Crackington Haven. We also enjoyed The Lost Gardens of Heligan, Eden Project and St Michaels Mount. Also so many lovely walks and breathtaking scenery. The cottage is very comfortable, feels homely and clean, a lovely touch was tea,milk and Cornish biscuits on arrival. Thank you for a great holiday!
sarah w.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
19 Sept 2013
OUR "FOODIE" HOLIDAY TO BEAUTIFUL CORNWAL
Oh how we wish we were back at Fern Cottage! It really is an idyllic holiday cottage nestled in a little Cornish hamlet. It's everything you hope it's going to be .. and more! The accommodation is beautifully furnished, and the cottage is fully equipped with all mod cons but still retains its old-fashioned character and charm with its beamed ceilings and of course The Rayburn in the gorgeous country kitchen!!
The property was clean, the beds really comfortable, the En suite Roll Top Bath a real luxury! It was extremely well maintained with everything we needed for our stay and more!
There is easy access from the cottage onto the moors for superb walks yet you are only minutes away by car from Camelford when you need to stock up on essentials from the Co-op!
Excellent location for visiting surrounding coastline and the pretty countryside. We can thoroughly recommend the little seafood market at beautiful Port Isaac (get there early to avoid the rush in peak holiday times!!), the beautiful big pasties from Penganna Pasties in the lovely scenic town of Tintagel and days on the spectacular beaches at Polzeath or the beautiful Constantine Bay and Widemouth Bay. Our favourite pub was The Malsters Arms in Chapel Amble and we spent a wonderful evening at The Mill House Inn restaurant in Tintagel - magical setting and stunning food.
We will definitely be booking again and we can thoroughly recommend to all without hesitation! Jo, Nick, Tom & Charlotte xxx