Guests say
Chapel Barn in Bodmin is consistently praised for its charm, cleanliness, and excellent location on the Camel Trail. Guests appreciate the attentive hosts, Dave and Laura, and the property's proximity to local amenities and scenic walks. The well-equipped cottage and its beautiful garden by the river provide a perfect base for exploring Cornwall and enjoying a relaxing stay.
Guests frequently mention the immaculate condition of the cottage, highlighting its cleanliness as a standout feature. The property is described as 'super clean' and 'spotlessly clean', indicating meticulous maintenance.
The cottage's location is highly praised for being on the Camel Trail, close to a pub, and within easy reach of Bodmin and the coast. Its central position makes it ideal for exploring Cornwall and enjoying local walks.
Reviewers consistently describe the cottage as comfortable, homely, and well-appointed. The presence of a log burner and the coolness of the bedrooms in hot weather contribute to the overall comfort experienced by guests.
The property is commended for its well-equipped nature, with guests mentioning the availability of amenities, a BBQ, and a fire pit. The provision of Netflix and the quality of the kitchen equipment are also noted.
Several reviews express gratitude for the thoughtful touches provided by the hosts, such as a cream tea on arrival and fresh flowers. While these gestures are greatly appreciated, it is politely noted that such gifts are offered at the hosts' discretion and may not be guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Chapel Barn is in a rural setting and is ideal for exploring both the north and south coasts of Cornwall. Situated on the Camel Trail..
Lower Ground Floor:
Bedroom 1: Zip And Link Kingsize Bed (2 x Singles On Request)
Ensuite: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet
Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Ensuite: Walk-In Shower, Toilet
Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: 42" Freeview TV, Netflix, Bluetooth Speaker, Woodburner
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Dishwasher
Utility Room: Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer
Separate Toilet..
Electric central heating, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial logs for wood burner included. Travel cot and highchair on request. Stairgate. Small enclosed private courtyard with patio and garden furniture. Use of shared riverside garden. Fishing on-site (licence required). Private parking for 1 car; additional parking available on request. No smoking.. Located just metres from the beautiful Camel Trail, this former threshing barn, now converted to stylish holiday accommodation, provides the ideal base to relax and enjoy the county of Cornwall. It lies in a rural setting with the Camel River running past the barn, and has use of private riverside area, with an enclosed garden, at your discretion. This stretch of the river is a ‘Site of Special Scientific Interest’ and therefore is mostly left as natural as possible to promote and encourage wildlife. If you are lucky, you may see otters, deer, stoats, bats, salmon, sea trout and a variety of birds including rarer kingfishers, nuthatch, owls and buzzards.
Travelling west from the barn will first bring you to Wadebridge, a delightful market town with all you need, including bike hire, a cinema, supermarkets and many local craft and gift shops. While on route to Wadebridge, the Camel Trail passes the Camel Valley Vineyard, a family run business that produces award winning wines. Continuing along the trail from Wadebridge, the views open up across the amazing Camel Estuary until you reach the coastal town of Padstow with its working harbour, narrow streets and Rick Stein’s seafood restaurant.
The ancient town of Bodmin has many attractions including the Bodmin and Welford Steam Railway, which leaves the old town station and chugs down the valley to the mainline branch, what a way to tour the county. The ancient Bodmin Jail is also well worth visiting for a little bit of ghoulish history. The surrounding Bodmin Moor offers a great escape from the norm where you can find Jamaica Inn, immortalised in Daphne Du Maurier’s book of the same name. The stunning National Trust property of Lanhydrock House is close by and has many activities throughout the year. You may wish to explore coastal Cornwall, and Chapel Barn is equidistant from both the dramatic north coast and the sub tropical south coast, both with very different scenery. The beaches of the north and the villages of Port Isaac, home to the TV series ’Doc Martin’, and Polzeath have many attractions including many world class golf courses, great local pubs and celebrity chefs including Nathan Outlaw and Rick Stein. The surfing town of Newquay, Watergate Bay and the sea faring and literary town of Fowey, all offer superb and different days while enjoying your stay in Chapel Barn. The popular Eden Project lies just 10 miles away. Beach 10 miles. Shop ½ mile, pub and restaurant 300 yards.
Free WiFi
Electric vehicle charging is not permitted at the property.
Suitable for up to 1 pet
Nearby points of interest
- Wheal Martyn
- Eden Project
- St. Columb hurling
- Springfields Fun Park and Pony Centre
- St Austell Brewery
- Rock Beach
- Carnewas at Bedruthan - National Trust
- Watergate Bay
- Tintagel Castle
- The Cheesewring
Reviews (20)
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Heather
We have just returned from a fabulous holiday where we could chill out and relax. Shame about the weather but this is England after all. The cottage was comfortable and charming with a lovely log burner for colder days and evenings, with a lovely view of the River Camel, where if the weather had been kinder to us we would have been able to sit by in the morning and evenings. Laura and Dave were fabulous hosts and checked on us a couple of times to make sure everything was ok and if we had any issues were only a text away. the cottage is also situated on the Camel trail so ideal for walking with the Borough pub just up the road. Excellent service and meals.
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Kelvin Underwood
This is a very lovely cottage, situated on the Camel Trail. It’s a lovely walk into Bodmin, and the local Borough Arms is a lovely place for a glass of local ale.The hosts Dave and Laura are very welcoming, and attentive to any needs you may have.The cottage is itself very lovely, homely and well appointed, providing all the amenities you will need.
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Ulli Wiedenmann
Lovely, friedlich, perfectly Equipment cottage. Thanks to Julia & Dave for these 5 Stars.