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The Old Engine House, Tretoil

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Accommodation Details

One bedroom: 1 x first floor king size double. Shower room with shower, basin and WC. Kitchen. Dining room. Sitting room with wood burning stove.

The Old Engine House is located in a peaceful smallholding near the tiny hamlet of Tretoil on the edge of Bodmin Moor. Surrounded by reminders of Cornwall’s ancient mining heritage, this comfortable cottage, converted from an old engine house, is ideal for couples. Watch out for Fred, the friendly owners’ soppy dog – the owners live next door and provide home-produced pork! On the ground floor is a cosy living room with wood burning stove, well-equipped kitchen and snug dining room for romantic suppers. Spruce up in the smart ground floor shower room before retiring to the double bedroom on the first floor. From the kitchen there’s a door to the simple garden with raised decking, ideal for evening sundowners. Explore historic Bodmin with its infamous gaol and interesting shops or hire a bike and visit nearby Lanhydrock House. Fine, sandy beaches are just a short drive away at Carlyon bay and Padstow. A fascinating place for couples who enjoy walking, cycling or golf and ideally placed for exploring the whole of Cornwall.

Bodmin, the one-time County Town of Cornwall with its narrow streets, shops and pubs, is perfectly placed for exploring all that this fabulous holiday area has to offer.

Amenities & Facilities

Central heating with wood burning stove. Microwave, fridge, washing machine, dishwasher, TV with DVD, WiFi, Fuel and power inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Off road parking for two cars. Enclosed garden. Two well-behaved dogs welcome. Sorry no smoking. Note: This property does not accept children.

Location Details

Bodmin, the one-time County Town of Cornwall with its narrow streets, shops and pubs, is perfectly placed for exploring all that this fabulous holiday area has to offer.

Cornwall's visitors are constantly tempted back to the beautiful coastline, tiny fishing villages, hidden coves and the world-class surfing. Whatever the reason, Cornwall has long cemented its place as one of Britain's premier holiday destinations.

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7-Day Forecast

Make the most of your holiday by considering the weather! The 7-day weather forecast for Tretoil is detailed below.

Thu 21st Rain and snow 5°C 1°C 19mph 22.7mm 998mb
Fri 22nd Rain and snow 7°C 3°C 18mph 2.6mm 1,013mb
Sat 23rd Moderate rain 15°C 6°C 35mph 20.4mm 998mb
Sun 24th Heavy intensity rain 15°C 9°C 34mph 40.2mm 994mb
Mon 25th Light rain 10°C 8°C 20mph 5.2mm 1,005mb
Tue 26th Moderate rain 13°C 8°C 28mph 10.0mm 1,004mb
Wed 27th Light rain 10°C 9°C 26mph 3.4mm 1,009mb

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All prices are inclusive of the booking fee. Winter Short Breaks (WSB) are available at many properties in the "Winter" period - subject to availability. Extra nights are charged pro rata of the weekly rental. Off Season Breaks (OSB) are available at many properties in parts of the "Low" and "Mid" periods - subject to availability. The price for a 3 night break is either 75% of the normal weekly rental or, if it is higher, the quoted Winter Short Break price. Extra nights are charged pro rata of the weekly rental. OSBs can be booked within a calendar month of the start date of the holiday. "Last Minute Breaks" (LMB) are available at most properties throughout the "LOW", "MID", "HIGH", "PEAK", "XMAS" and "NEW YEAR" periods. The price for a 3 night break is either 65% of the normal weekly rental or, if it is higher, the quoted Winter Short Break price. Extra nights are charged pro rata of the weekly rental. LMBs can be booked within one week of the start date of the holiday.