Wadebridge 1 mile.
Sitting on the edge of the village of Egloshayle, near to the fantastic attractions of the town of Wadebridge, rest this character, Cornish whitewashed cottage, Rose Cottage.
Within easy reach of some of the best North Coast beaches in Cornwall, this is a superbly renovated and furnished property is a true delight for friends and families seeking a fun-filled escape.
Venture past the enclosed, raised lawn garden, admiring your scenic surroundings, before stepping into hall off which you will find the inviting sitting room, boasting character through its wooden beams lining the ceilings, exposed stone inglenook hosting the warming woodburning stove, and a coastal décor, this quirky room makes a lovely spot from which to unwind with your loved ones.
Carry your conversations into the charming dining room following the slate floors, where you will find enough space to host every guest; here you can raise a glass to a wonderful retreat while the aromas of your homemade meals fill the room from the adjoining kitchen, where you can find a range of smartly fitted appliances including a dishwasher, washing machine, microwave, electric double oven and electric hob, hosting all you could need and more for a week-long stay.
Follow the glazed door from the kitchen out to the patio area where you can delve into a good book as the sun begins to set, before freshening up in the ground-floor wet room your towel keeping nice and toasty on the heated towel rail as you indulge in a relaxing rinse.
Take the stairs from hall up to discover the three bedrooms, made up of two equally attractive double rooms and a single with a pull out bed perfect for the little ones, it offers a lovely layout for a variety of group needs, as well as the smart bathroom being found up here too where you can prepare for your day in style.
When you can tear yourself away from this wonderful base, enjoy a morning walk watching the sunrise over the River Camel, before find a fantastic host of amenities in the town of Wadebridge just a mile's stroll away; here you will find inviting pubs and restaurants to take your pick from for a hearty lunch, as well as a scatter of shops where you can pick up some treats for a family picnic along the waterside.
There are so many wonderful walking routes in the area for those seeking a more challenging stroll, with the Camel Trail running from the town offering 17 miles of wonderful route to explore by foot, bike or even horseback.
If you follow the Camel Trail as far as Padstow be sure to plan a delicious lunch at one of the famous restaurants owned by celebrity chefs Rick Stein and Paul Ainsworth or spend some time browsing the boutique shops and galleries.
Venturing to the nearby coast is a must, and this is a great location with a choice of brilliant golden sandy beaches to explore all within a 20 minute drive, you could choose from Polzeath, Treyarnon, Harlyn, Constantine, Daymer Bay to name just a few – almost a different one for each day of the week.
Or why not walk the coast path that links them all?
This area is well known for the vibrant surf scene and it makes a fantastic spot to try out a new watersport, or simply spend time relaxing on the golden sands and making a splash in the clear waters.
With Tintagel Castle, Eden Project, Trevose Golf Club, Camel Creek Adventure Park and Blue Reef Aquarium all within easy reach, there are plenty of opportunities for fun family days out.
No matter who you choose to holiday with, Rose Cottage offers a wonderful base for all, all-year-round.
