Fishermans Rest in Cornwall | Cottage With a Hot Tub

About Fishermans Rest

Embark on a serene escape to Fishermans Rest, a charming barn conversion nestled near the Devon and Cornwall border. This delightful retreat sleeps 6 guests in 3 cosy bedrooms, making it an ideal choice for family getaways or a group of friends seeking a tranquil countryside experience.

The cottage boasts a private hot tub, perfect for unwinding after a day of exploring the stunning surroundings.

The accommodation is part of a complex that offers a plethora of activities, including woodland walks, a private lake for coarse fishing, and a shared games barn.

Relax in the enclosed courtyard, or venture into the large shared gardens. With its peaceful setting and proximity to both Devon and Cornwall's coasts, Fishermans Rest is a splendid base for discovering the region's attractions.

Indulge in the comfort of this well-equipped cottage, complete with a wood burner, smart TV, and a kitchen that caters to all your culinary needs.

Embrace the countryside charm and make unforgettable memories at this idyllic holiday home.

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Need To Know

Downstairs bathroom
Complex of properties
Enclosed garden / patio
Open fire / wood burner
Hot tub
Internet access
Working farm
Games / Play facilities
Fishing on site / nearby
Family friendly
Parking on site / nearby
Electric vehicle charging
Decorated for Christmas
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Horseshoe Cottage

0 Miles

South West of England » Cornwall

Sleeps 6

Pets 1

Hot Tub

Bedrooms: 3

From this delightful cottage you will be perfectly placed for exploring the very best of both the Devon and Cornwall coasts. Enjoy National Trust cliff top walks, quiet, sheltered coves, charming fishing villages and long sandy surfing beaches.

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Lake Retreat

0 Miles

South West of England » Cornwall

Sleeps 6

Pets 1

Hot Tub

Bedrooms: 3

Situated on the Devon/Cornwall border , this property perfectly places you to explore both counties.

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Horslett Barn

2 Miles

South West of England » Cornwall

Sleeps 10

Pets 1

Hot Tub

Bedrooms: 5

Perfectly situated equidistant from the A39 and A30, and close to the Devon and Cornwall border you can enjoy exploring both of these ever popular counties.

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Beechcroft Clawton

2 Miles

South West of England » Cornwall

Sleeps 6

Pets 1

Hot Tub

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This homely bungalow sits within the tranquil Devon countryside, just a few miles from the Cornwall border, allowing guests to tour both counties with ease.

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Whitecroft Lake

2 Miles

South West of England » Cornwall

Sleeps 2

Pets 1

Hot Tub

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This unique haven sits within 50 acres of breathtaking rolling countryside, just a few miles from the Cornwall border which allows guests to tour both counties with ease.

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Horslett Stable

2 Miles

South West of England » Cornwall

Sleeps 6

Pets 1

Hot Tub

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Higher Hopworthy Cottage

5 Miles

South West of England » Cornwall

Sleeps 4

Pets 1

Hot Tub

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Lamerton Barn

5 Miles

South West of England » Cornwall

Sleeps 8

Pets 1

Hot Tub

Bedrooms: 4

This property enjoys a quiet rural location closed to the Devon/Cornwall border, just a short distance from the cattle market town of Holsworthy, where a range of shops and tearooms can be found in the town s square.

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Monks Retreat

5 Miles

South West of England » Cornwall

Sleeps 4

Pets 1

Hot Tub

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This property is situated in the Devonshire countryside, yet is only eight miles from one of Cornwall s most popular seaside resorts: Bude.

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Higher Hopworthy The Roundhouse

5 Miles

South West of England » Cornwall

Sleeps 6

Pets 1

Hot Tub

Bedrooms: 3

Escape to this serene retreat nestled in the peaceful countryside of North Devon, where you can relax and unwind surrounded by nature.

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Helpful Info To Get More From Your Stay

What do guests love about this accommodation?

Guests adored the welcoming atmosphere of Fishermans Rest, with special praise for the delicious cakes provided by the hosts. The hot tub was a highlight for many, offering relaxation and luxury. The property's cleanliness and comfort were consistently commended, alongside the joy of feeding the animals and the convenience of the nearby beach. The games room and the spacious, well-equipped accommodation also received high appreciation from visitors.

Getting there

To get to Fishermans Rest, if travelling by car, take the M5 motorway towards Devon. For rail travellers, the nearest train station is within a few miles, providing convenient access to the area.

Nearby Essentials

During your stay, you'll have convenient access to a selection of nearby amenities, including some of the area's tastiest takeout options. Click any of the postcodes for a map along with handy driving instructions and the fastest route from your accommodation.

Service	Distance (miles)	Postcode
Pharmacy	6 miles	EX22 6DH
Train station	5 miles	PL15 8DA
Pub	1.5 miles	EX22 7XY
Dog walk	0.5 miles	on-site
Supermarket	6 miles	EX22 6DH
Indian takeaway (Curry's Indian)	6 miles	EX22 6DH
Chinese takeaway (The Golden Bowl)	6 miles	EX22 6DH
Italian takeaway (La Bocca Pizza Kitchen)	6 miles	EX22 6DH

For families with Kids

With a private lake for fishing, woodland walks, a games barn, and an outdoor play area, this destination is excellent for families with children. The on-site pet corner with friendly animals will provide joyous moments for the little ones, ensuring a memorable family holiday.

Is Fishermans Rest A good location for couples?

This serene location offers couples a romantic retreat with its private hot tub and beautiful shared gardens. Nearby, couples can enjoy cliff-top walks, discover hidden coves, or spend a day sailing at Roadford Reservoir, creating cherished memories together.

Dining and Cafes

The closest eateries include The Rydon Inn (01288 381205), just under 2 miles away, and Elements Cafe (01288 352386), within a 25-minute drive, offering delightful dining experiences.

Within walking distance of your cottage

A short walk away you'll find traditional village pubs, local shops, and picturesque countryside walks, perfect for a leisurely day out.

Quickfire FAQs

Does this accommodation have a hot tub?

Yes, the accommodation features a private hot tub in an enclosed courtyard, providing guests with the perfect spot to relax and unwind during their stay.

Is this property pet friendly?

Indeed, the property welcomes up to 3 dogs, ensuring that your furry friends can join in on the holiday fun. There are even onsite shared dog kennels available upon request.

Are there any fishing facilities available?

Guests have access to a private lake for mixed coarse fishing, offering a peaceful fishing experience within the grounds of the accommodation.

What family-friendly facilities are provided?

The property is family-friendly, with an outdoor children's play area and farm activities, including a pet corner with animals such as chickens, goats, and pigs.

Is there a games room on the premises?

Yes, there is a shared games barn equipped with a pool table, table football, darts, and an air hockey table for guests to enjoy.

Can electric vehicles be charged at the property?

Electric vehicle charging is available on site. The facility is coin-operated, accepting £1 and £2 coins for convenience.

Fishermans Rest Reviews

Trevor

Wonderful people and lovely place to stay. Recommend trying the cakes!!!! Thank you Victoria. The hot tub is a must try too.... Thoroughly enjoyed the week, would go again.

Steven

We stayed in the Fisherman Cottage, very comfortable and roomy accommodation. Hot tub was first class and well maintained. It's 30 minutes to the nearest beach with plenty of places of interest nearby to visit.

Louise

The cottage and its setting were amazing! It had absolutely everything we needed and the hot tub was a definite bonus. The cottage was spotless and the garden space was perfect to relax in after a busy day. We loved the woodland walk and spending time with the animals. The owners were super helpful and made us feel very welcome (and the cake was de licious!). A 5 star experience all round!

Ruth

A beautiful cottage with a hot tub. Very spacious and clean. Not far from Bude for shops and beach. Feeding the animals each morning is a must. My Granddaughter loved it...and the older people! We'll definitely return again.

Hannah

We had a lovely week at Fishermans Rest and the owners were really accommodating and gave us great recommendations on places to go. My little girl loved feeding the animals in the morning especially the goats. Would highly recommend this property to anyone. Thank you for a love week!

Kevin

Fantastic place, Vicky & Richard were lovely, the cottage is really clean and well equipped, feeding the lambs and pigs an added bonus.

Beth

The family and I had a brilliant stay. The cottage was very clean and comfortable, and we were made to feel very welcome. The games room, hot tub and visiting the animals was a big hit with the children. Our only regret is that we werent able to stay longer!!

Kelly

We had a wonderful stay at Fishermans cottage. The cottage is really comfortable, very well equipped, clean and in a fantastic location. Our children loved the space and all of the thoughtful little extras like the cake and the box for the dog were really nice touches. We all really loved it and would love to go back in the future. We used the bbq but and it was a bit smoky but even late October it was a lovely evening on the terrace.

Lee

Truly worth it, the location is stunning, the accommodation is beautiful and is huge, plenty of room for us all with everything there we could want. Some amazing views and lively walks nearby, a short drive away and your on the coast and beaches, it was nice to be away from the busy beach towns and traffic, the cottage isso quiet and peaceful -just what we needed. The owners are absolutely lovely and very welcoming, the games room, enclosed field for dogs and kids are was a huge bonus. 5 stars

CAROLE

Good sized, well equipped cottage with ample parking. Extra activities such as feeding the farm animals. Beach equipment to borrow plus DVDs. Very welcoming hosts for whom nothing was too much trouble!

Ann

The owners Victoria and Richard were lovely and very helpful. The cottage was roomy, tastefully furnished and had everything you need. My husband and his friend enjoyed some very successful carp fishing while my friend and I visited some lovely places

Tracey

This was a lovely cottage - spacious, well maintained and in a lovely area. Grounds and animals are great for the children

Ann

Both spacious and cosy, clean and delighfully decorated to compliment its location. Comes with everything you need for relaxing break.

Claire

Vicky and Richard and family are the perfect hosts, friendly and on hand if needed. Our children enjoyed meeting the animals and the games room was a huge hit for evenings and rainy days. The cottage is spotless, comfy and very well equipped. Thank you for a wonderful stay - thoroughly recommend!

Stephanie

Very comfortable and spacious self catering barn conversion. Wonderfully quiet place to get away from it all. The grandchildren loved the games room and our son was grateful to escape the craziness of Christmas with a few hours fishing in the lake.

Jodie

Absolutely fabulous holiday! We were made to feel so welcome by the owners. The cottage was clean, modern, cosy and jam packed full of amenities for us to use. The farm itself is great for families, with so much to do. We particularly enjoyed feeding the animals.and the forest walk! Can't rate this lovely farm high enough and the lovely people who own it. Thank you such for making our holiday so special! We will be back!

Jenny

It was a lovely cottage , very well equipped kitchen which was a bonus as my son cooked lovely meals for 12 of us and the dishwasher was well used !! The beds were very comfortable and my grandchildren loved the animals. Thankyou Vicky and family

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Attractions Near Fishermans Rest

While there'll be plenty to keep you entertained an Fishermans Rest itself, if you plan to get out and about and see some of what Cornwall has to offer, here are some of the nearby attractions you can enjoy during your stay. Please note that some of these activities and days out are paid and it's always a good idea to book in advance to secure your place where applicable.

Found a special day out near your cottage? Please let us know and we'll add it so that other visitors can enjoy it too!

Dingles Steam Village - EX14 0RS

about 6 Miles

Dingles Steam Village is an all weather attraction crammed with activities for the whole family to enjoy. The site has a wonderful Café serving home cooked meals, a fun Soft Play Area for younger children, an Agility Course for older kids and several Nature Trails for the family to explore together. The site also displays working and static exhibits of Steam Engines as well as old Fairground Rides so is educational as well as fun!

Trethorne Leisure Park - PL15 8QE

about 9 Miles

Trethrone Leisure Park in Cornwall is a popular choice for a family day out and offers an excellent programme of activities for children all year round. The park has a farm area where younger kids will love feeding the lambs and other friendly animals. Pony rides, a large play area, ball pool; trampolines and crazy golf are also available.

Milky Way Adventure Park - EX39 5RY

about 16 Miles

The Milky Way Adventure Park is a fun day out for the whole family and has rides and attractions for all ages. There are four major rides including a thrilling roller coaster and an amazing vertical slide for the older kids and grown ups and six fascinating live shows which will entertain the whole family. During your visit you can enjoy bird of prey experiences, find your way out of the maze and feed and cuddle the baby animals.

The Big Sheep - EX39 5AP

about 18 Miles

This is a really unique attraction in the Devon region with many unique events taking place throughout the year. The Halloween Festival in October is well planned where you can take pumpkin carving workshops, ride the ghost train and go to witches flying school. All year round there are some excellent

Tintagel Castle - PL34 0HE

about 20 Miles

Tintagel Castle is one of the most iconic landmarks in Cornwall and is an excellent place for a family day out. Situated on the stunning Cornish Coast the Castle has a mystical and magical presence and is steeped in historical importance. Indeed the Legend of King Arthur was born right here. The Castle and grounds also provide a home for many species of wildlife as well as some amazing flora and fauna. The site also has a small visitor's centre with souvenir shop and a wonderful Beach Café.

Adrenaline Quarry - PL14 5AE

about 22 Miles

Adrenaline Quarry is the place to head for adults and teenagers and children looking for adrenaline boosting activities. The site boasts the largest and longest Zip wire in the country. Other activities available include Go Karting and the thrilling Coaststeering - Climbing cliffs and jumping in to the sea! All ages and skill levels are catered for and safety is top priority. Zip Wire rides start from £12.50 While Coaststeering costs £30.00.

North Devon Farm Park - EX32 7ET

about 25 Miles

North Devon Farm Park is a haven for wildlife and has a fantastic location making it the perfect place for a day out during the summertime. As well as gorgeous scenery, picnic areas and plenty of space for children to play the park offers a Play Area, Tea Room serving local produce, a Petting Zoo where little ones will love meeting the affectionate animals and Nature tTails. There is also a Play Area.

The Monkey Sanctuary - PL13 1NZ

about 26 Miles

This attraction is really unique in that you have the opportunity to gain a rare insight into a working sanctuary. You can see first hand all of the fantastic work carried out as well as seeing the monkeys themselves. Other popular areas of this attraction include the Bat Cave and Wildlife Room. the Wildlife Gardens and the kids play area. There is something for everyone at The Monkey Sanctuary and you can also sponsor and donate if you wish. The cost to adopt a monkey is from just £2 a month.

The Donkey Sanctuary - EX10 0NU

about 27 Miles

The Donkey Sanctuary is a working refuge for rescued Donkeys but is also a popular place for a day trip in South Devon. The site will appeal to animal lovers of all ages and gives visitors the chance to meet some of the friendly animals and also learn about the work done at the sanctuary. Visitors will also have the opportunity to adopt a Donkey.

River Dart Country Park - TQ13 7NP

about 28 Miles

River Dart Country Park has over 90 acres of woods offering stunning scenic walks, beautiful lakes and open parkland. The park also has a good range of facilities for children including Jungle Ropes, Climbing Frames, Cargo Nets and a wooden Pirate Ship. For younger children there is a toddlers Play Area and a small Beach. During high season supervised activities may include the mega Zip Wire, Canoeing and Rock Climbing.