Guests say
Madderhay is a charming and tranquil cottage set in beautiful, private grounds, ideal for those seeking a peaceful rural retreat in Cornwall. Guests consistently praise its cosy atmosphere, cleanliness, and well-equipped kitchen, as well as the lovely garden and scenic surroundings. The location is perfect for exploring Cornwall, with easy access to local villages and attractions. Hosts are described as friendly and helpful, and the property is particularly suitable for families and dog owners. Minor suggestions include updating a mattress and providing a mop, but overall, guests thoroughly enjoyed their stays and would happily return.
Multiple reviews highlight the cottage as very clean and tidy upon arrival, with no significant complaints about cleanliness.
The location is repeatedly described as tranquil, peaceful, rural, and perfect for exploring Cornwall, with beautiful grounds and privacy.
Guests found the cottage cosy, comfy, and well-suited for families and dogs. One review noted a mattress could be replaced, but overall comfort was highly rated.
The cottage is described as well-equipped, with a good kitchen, garden, and amenities like a games room and mini golf. Minor suggestions included a mop and mattress update.
Hosts are frequently mentioned as friendly and helpful, ensuring a pleasant stay. While gifts are not mentioned, the attentive hosting is appreciated, though specific gestures cannot be guaranteed.
About this property
A superb cottage tucked away in delightful countryside within the owner’s country estate. Peaceful and completely private, this is the perfect spot to relax and recharge..
Ground Floor:
Living room: Freeview TV, Open Fire
Kitchen/dining room: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet
First Floor:
Bedroom 2: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
Bedroom 3: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds.
Night storage heating, gas, electricity, bed linen and towels included. Initial logs for open fire included. Travel cot and highchair available on request. Stairgate. Enlosed lawned garden with sitting-out area and garden furniture. Use of estate grounds (shared with other properties on site). No smoking. Pirvate parking for 2 cars. Visit England 4 Star. Strictly 1 dog only.. Countryside a thousand shades of green shroud this beautiful cottage within an estate steeped in history. Set at the end of your private driveway, this tranquil spot is a great way to leave the hustle and bustle behind you. Madderhay, named after a crop once grown in the fields, has a peaceful enclosed garden with complete privacy. An open plan kitchen/dining room with a high level of equipment and traditional country cottage pine table, and attractive beams above set the scene. A living room with sofa, twin chairs, open fire and TV provides somewhere to kick back and recharge. The ground floor also boasts a double bedroom and the family bathroom, complete with bath. Upstairs, there are a further two bedrooms, one with twin beds, the other with double bed and en-suite bathroom with large double shower cubicle. Throughout, a sense of home-from-home is evoked.
Lanwithan has magnificent, well-established gardens beside lawns and meadows for relaxing and is an ideal central location for exploring the region. Take a short walk from the estate into the ancient stannary town of Lostwithiel, renowned for its array of antique and artisan craft shops and a fantastic choice of diverse pubs and eating out options. It has its own main line railway station from where you can travel deeper into Cornwall, through stunning countryside, or east towards Devon. The Fowey Valley, the inspiration for Wind in the Willows by Kenneth Grahame, reaches down to the town of the same name, with its picturesque harbour and eye-catching architecture. There are restaurants and boutique shops to explore, along with the wonderfully named Ready Money Cove. Walks are endless it seems, with breath-taking vistas far out to sea. Restormel Castle, the beautiful National Trust house and gardens of Lanhydrock Estate, the captivating Eden Project, with its huge biomes shrouding the world’s largest indoor rainforest, and the incredible Lost Gardens of Heligan are a joy to behold, whilst the North or South Cornwall coastline has golden sandy beaches, with inlets, coves and rock pools to discover. Our closest beach is at Par, 6 miles away, with ample parking beside its dunes.
Suitable for up to 1 pet
Nearby points of interest
- Eden Project
- Wheal Martyn
- St Austell Brewery
- Springfields Fun Park and Pony Centre
- St. Columb hurling
- Sterts Arts Centre
- The Cheesewring
- The Hurlers
Reviews (13)
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Adrian Marsh
An ideal place to explore Cornwall. We received a very warm welcome from our host. At the end of a long driveway, the cottage is extremely peaceful and relaxing - with only the cows for company. Every room is well equipped and exceptionally clean. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would recommend the property very highly.
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Confirmed Guest
We had a lovely stay at Madderhay. The cottage was so clean. A perfect quiet location for peace and quiet. The host is so kind and helpful too. Would definitely return.
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Confirmed Guest
The cottage was beautiful and set in peaceful and private grounds with excellent views. The cottage wasclean and well equipped.The host was friendly and helpful. I would definitely stay here again