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8 Guests
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4 Bedrooms
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3 Bathrooms
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Pets No
Features
- Hot tub
- Off road parking
- Ground floor bedroom
- Garden / Patio
- Cot available
- Highchair available
- Washing machine
- Dishwasher
- Broadband / WiFi
Reviews & Ratings
6 Customer Reviews
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"A Lovely, beautifully-appointed house."
Perfect for a peaceful break in quiet countryside but still close enough to amenities. Kingsand beach & Looe not far away for some nice beach days. We had a lovely stay & would recommend.
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"Helen and Andrew were a great couple and so easy to chat to."
The property (Birchenhayes) is outstanding and equipped with everything you could possibly need. The hot tub was a huge hit with everyone especially the grandsons and the view whilst sitting out couldn't be faulted. We were all very fed up when it was time to leave. Linda Slater and party. Thank you Helen and Andrew ps. The welcome groceries and cake was a lovely added touch.
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"An absolute gem of a place to stay."
The barn is beautiful in a wonderful setting. The owners live close by, but are in no way intrusive, and yet so happy to help. The barn has everything you could ever consider - thank you for a fabulous holiday.
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"A gorgeous holiday home in a quiet valley, surrounded by countryside and trees."
We had a memorable holiday in this luxurious house and would happily return for another visit. Nothing to complain about at all. I would highly recommend this beautiful home for a peaceful week or two in Cornwall.
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"Wow!! STOP"
!! Look no further if you are looking for an absolutely amazing place in Cornwall, to kick back and relax! I cannot rate this place high enough, the beautiful surroundings, the peace and quiet, the thought and detail that has gone in to providing you, with a home away from home. Everything you need, and more, is supplied. The welcome pack was very highly received. Produce from the local community shop, which we purchased more of to bring home! The hot tub was a welcome addition, and very relaxing to come back to, after our days out. We used the outside BBQ, which was simple to use. The rooms are all decorated to a very high standard, and the beds were all very comfortable. We ate out at the local pub, The Who'd of thought it Inn, and the food there was delicious, so well worth a visit! Birchenhayes really is a slice of heaven, tucked away, in rolling hills, in the beautiful Cornish countryside ❤️ The owners are absolutely wonderful and we cannot thank them enough, for their generosity xx We will most definitely be returning in the future ❤️
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"Absolutely stunning property in the most amazing setting."
Fantastic hosts and would recommend this place to anyone looking for some peace and tranquility
Summary
- Over three floors
- Four bedrooms: 1 x king-size, 1 x double with en-suite walk-in shower, basin, and WC, 1 x lower-ground-floor king-size with shower room with walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail, and WC, 1 x twin
- Bathroom with free-standing copper bath, walk-in shower, double basin, heated towel rail, and WC
- Lower-ground-floor open-plan living space with kitchen and sitting area
- Lower-ground-floor utility
- First-floor living/dining room with Juliet balcony
- Oil-fired central heating
- Electric double oven, induction hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher
- Smart TV with Freeview, WiFi, CD player, Bluetooth speaker
- Fuel and power inc. in rent
- Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
- Travel cot and high chair available on request
- Private driveway with ample parking for 5 cars
- Front and side garden with lawn, patio, furniture, barbecue, hot tub, and small pond
- Sorry, no pets and no smoking
- Shop 1.5 mile, pub 1.6 miles, River Tamar 1 mile
- Note: Children must be supervised around the pond
- Note: There are steep steps throughout the home
- Note: The owner's live next door in the old farmhouse
The property
Resting rurally on the edge of Pentillie Castle Estate, near the famous Halton Quay and close to St Dominick, a Cornish village within the Tamar Valley AONB lies Birchenhayes, a stunning, Grade II listed barn conversion, inviting eight guests.
Enjoying woodland and valley views, offering a haven for wildlife spotting and unwinding, whilst adorned with original features throughout, including beamed, valued ceilings, and exposed stonework, Birchenhayes offers an indulgent base for a family or group break.
Accessed via a private driveway, you will arrive at a large, gravelled parking area with space for five plus cars, before travelling through an expansive garden to reach the stone-fronted dwelling.
Enter and descend to the lower-ground-floor to locate the open-plan living space and utility, complete with sleek granite worktops, state-of-the-art appliances, and lofty patio doors, with access to the peaceful garden.
Prepare meals to enjoy indoors or climb the stairs to the first-floor living/dining room for a formal affair, complete with A-framed, beamed ceilings, seating for eight, plush sofas, and a Smart TV for entertainment; get lost in the views from the Juliet balcony.
For an evening of bird watching, as the sun sets over Cornwall, unwind in the garden upon the patio furniture, light the barbecue, and enjoy an alfresco feast, before climbing into the indulgent hot tub for the night.
When sleep calls, select from four charming bedrooms, starting with a king-size on the lower-ground-floor, serviced by a shower room; on the first floor a king-size, or head into the master wing of the house, which features a handy twin room for your children along with a master suite, oozing Italian opulence, complete with his and hers sinks and luxurious copper, free-standing bath.
Awaken to a stroll across the grounds, down towards the pretty pond, before exploring Halton Quay and the Tamar Valley AONB, following one of the walking routes towards The Tamar Valley Donkey Park, or the National Trust properties of Cotehele and Buckland Abbey.
Once you're ready for a change of scenery, head to the coast of Plymouth, brimming with eateries, shops, a bustling harbour, The Mayflower Museum, and the National Marine Aquarium, recommended to tour, the Plymouth Gin Distillery to sample some local produce, the Theatre Royal Plymouth, and Tinside Lido pool.
Round off your trip in the heart of Cornwall, passing through key areas of interest including Looe, Polperro, Fowey, before returning home in time for the sunset.
Experience a nature-filled haven at Birchenhayes.
Please note: the property is located close to a private estate which hosts pheasant shoots between 1 Oct and 31 Jan - there maybe occasional noise disturbance
Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £450.
About the location
ST DOMINICK
Saltash 7.8 miles; Plymouth 13.4 miles; Polperro 23.2 miles.
St Dominick is a quaint Cornish village, overlapping the Tamar Valley AONB, resting between St Ann’s Chapel and Halton Quay. A short journey from the picturesque River Tamar, the village is home to a farm shop, The Who'd Have Thought It Inn pub, and a post office for all the essentials. Nearby attractions include visits to The Tamar Valley Donkey Park, Cotehele, a stunning National Trust working flour mill, and the flowing waters of Cargreen Quay, whilst Saltash offers further activities to consider, including the Mary Newmans Cottage Museum, and its breath-taking waterside, brimming with eateries and shops. The coastal city of Plymouth is reachable by car, home to the Elizabethan Gardens, Hoe Park, the Theatre Royal Plymouth, and the Plymouth Gin Distillery, all worth adding to your itinerary, whilst the Cornish village of Polperro is also a recommended stop off, home to a pretty turquoise cove, Polperro Model Village, and access to the South West Coastal Path.
Please note: the property is located close to a private estate which hosts pheasant shoots between 1 Oct and 31 Jan - there maybe occasional noise disturbance
This property offers the following short breaks:
- Winter
- Off-season
- Last minute
- Christmas