A superb lodge, situated within beautiful countryside, with gorgeous views and the perfect base from which to explore the Tamar Valley, Bodmin Moor or a short drive away, the stunning South Cornwall coastline.
2 steps to entrance.
All on the Ground Floor:
Living/dining room: Freeview Smart TV, Sofa Bed (Double)
Kitchen: Breakfast Bar, Electric Oven, Induction Hob, Microwave, Fridge, Coffee Machine
Bedroom: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
Electric central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot. Welcome pack. Rear garden with patio. 5-acre grounds (shared with owner). Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking. Please note: There are steps in the grounds.
Welcome to Ashmere, a spacious annexed lodge located in a peaceful setting, great for discovering the delights of this breath-taking area of Cornwall. Set within 5 acres of land, there are impressive views across to atmospheric Bodmin Moor, whilst an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the Tamar Valley, is waiting to be enjoyed close by.
This holiday retreat has been carefully refurbished, providing comfort with style, a lovely space to relax and escape the hustle and bustle or to set off and explore the countless gems which await. There is ample parking, private patio area ideal for morning coffee or a little al fresco dining and a charming garden too. Inside there is a fabulous retro-styled kitchen with all the essentials, including breakfast bar area, an open plan lounge diner with super-comfy sofa, double sofa bed, Smart TV and doors leading outdoors, where memorable sunsets can be enjoyed. There is an inviting double bedroom with twin beds which can convert to a double if required, and a family bathroom with large corner shower.
The dark sky here is a joy to behold; unpolluted the views above are truly wonderful, with the Milky Way spiralling and shooting stars a common sight! If you can tear yourself away, the town of Callington is within walking distance with shops and amenities, whilst for a huge range of attractions, restaurants and the famous Hoe, the historic naval city of Plymouth is just 25 minutes away. Venture south and there are several beaches, along with the ancient coastal town of Looe and nearby beautiful Polperro, steeped in a history of smuggling and wrecking, with narrow streets and boutique shops. Both Dartmoor National Park and Bodmin Moor have countless walks and offer far reaching vistas to marvel at, whilst the North Cornwall coast offers pretty villages, coves, inlets and rugged cliffs with huge stretches of golden sand and much more.
With its sweeping beaches, rugged moorlands, hidden woodlands, and rolling countryside estates, Cornwall is a superb destination if you want to spend some time bird watching on holiday.
One of the best spots is Hayle Estuary Nature Reserve, managed by the RSPB. This rich wetland habitat attracts a variety of birdlife, including teals, wigeons, and goosanders. While winter offers the highest numbers, spring and early summer also bring migrant waders such as oystercatchers, dunlins, and whimbrels to the tidal pools and marshes.
Marazion Marsh, also managed by the RSPB and overlooking the iconic St Michael’s Mount near Penzance, boasts Cornwall’s largest reedbed. It’s a haven for species like chiffchaffs, Cetti’s warblers, little egrets, and grey herons. Bitterns are regularly recorded here, and birds of prey, including sparrowhawks and buzzards, are often spotted too.
For a variety of songbirds and raptors, head to the Rame Peninsula near Cawsand. This beautiful area of tidal creeks, sandy beaches, and peaceful farmland attracts goldcrests, firecrests, warblers, and buntings. You may also glimpse birds of prey such as hobbies, merlins, peregrine falcons, and, if you’re lucky, the rare hen harrier.
At Stithians Lake, a large reservoir, breeding birds like little grebes, coots, and moorhens are common. Waders such as greenshanks, ruffs, and curlew sandpipers can also be seen foraging along the muddy banks.
Not far from St Ives, St Ives Island, actually a headland between Porthmeor and Porthgwidden beaches, is a top spot for seabird watching, especially in autumn. Huge flocks of skuas, terns, gannets, fulmars, and auks pass by, alongside waders like purple sandpipers, whimbrels, and turnstones.
Finally, no trip to Cornwall would be complete without exploring Bodmin Moor. This dramatic granite moorland, scattered with ancient ruins and rich in wildlife, is especially rewarding in spring and summer, when skylarks, stonechats, wheatears, and sedge warblers arrive to breed. In autumn and winter, the moor plays host to thousands of golden plovers, along with snipes and the more elusive jack snipe.
