Holiday cottages near Eden Project to rent

Holiday cottages near the Eden Project

Experience the sights, sounds and smells of the jungle as you wander through the tropics of Malaysia, West Africa and South America in this Rainforest Biome. Known as the world’s largest indoor rainforest and dubbed as the Eighth Wonder of the World, the Eden Project encompasses two dramatic biomes that house tropical plants from across the globe. But more than just a tropical garden, this award-winning destination is a unique resource for education and knowledge.

Travel to the Mediterranean Biome as you amble amongst groves and vines or visit the Outdoor Garden to see plants thrive under Cornwall’s sun. Great for a family day out, travel to any tropical climate of your choice and discover the environment that sustains life here. But with so much to discover, this can’t all be rushed in one day. That’s why we’ve found holiday cottages nearby so you can make the most of this epic wonder.

Not only will a private home give you some much-needed rest after a day of adventure, but you’re a minute’s walk away from the project and other attractions nearby. So turn your adventure into a short break in one of our cottages in Cornwall. Whether you want a lovers inn with sea views and sandy beaches nearby, a family-friendly barn conversion with an enclosed garden and a hot tub outback, or even a place that’s pet-friendly so you can bring the pooch along, whatever you need, our cottages are sure to deliver.

Located in a reclaimed china clay pit, it’s hard to believe this tropical complex can be found here in Cornwall. Whether you want to wander through the Warm Temperate Biomes of the world, visit The Core for exhibitions and workshops, or take part in various activities around the site, the Eden Project is one big adventure waiting to be discovered.

Getting to the Eden Project

You can find the Eden Project at the following address: Eden Project, Bodelva, St Austell, Cornwall, PL24 2SG, UK.

Travelling by car to Eden Project

The Eden Project is just outside St. Austell on the south coast of mid-Cornwall and is well signposted from the A30 from Exter and the A391/390 from Plymouth. If you’re coming from outside Cornwall, take the M5 southbound to Exeter, where the motorway splits. Take the A30 and exit at the Innis Downs junction (A391), then take the signs for Eden.

Travelling by train to Eden Project

The Eden Project would love for you to travel by public transport, so much that they’ll offer you a reduced entry when you arrive. If you’re travelling by train, there are three stations nearby. St. Austell railway station is four miles away from the project. From there, it’s a 40-minute bus ride or 14 minutes by taxi (if you’re not going for the discount). Luxulyan railway station is two miles from the project and a 20-minute bus ride or six minutes by taxi. Bulge railway station is five miles from the project and one hour and 15 minutes by bus or 11 minutes by taxi.

Travelling by bus to Eden Project

If travelling by bus, the 101 stops at the Eden Project. The route runs from St. Austell to Luxulyan.

Towns near the Eden Project

Charlestown

Located in the South Coast of Cornwall and a 9-minute drive from the Eden Project, Charlestown is a picturesque village and Georgian port that is home to breathtaking attractions, including The Lost Gardens of Heligan.

Bodmin

A 20-minute drive from the Eden Project, the civil parish and historic town of Bodmin is home to none other than Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Bodmin Moor.

Mevagissey

A 25-minute drive away, Mevagissey is an attractive village and fishing port, south of Cornwall’s St. Austell. It boasts a working harbour with local fisherman heading out every morning.

Looe

30 minutes away, the beautiful harbourside town of Looe keeps visitors entertained all year round, from its sandy beaches to working fishing ports.

Padstow

Well worth the 40-minute drive, Padstow is an eclectic mix of fishermen's cottages and merchants houses.

Things to do near the Eden Project

The Lost Gardens of Heligan

Get lost in the Lost Gardens of Heligan. Masked under years of overgrowth, it wasn’t until 1992 when 200 acres of paradise was rediscovered. World-renowned, this tropical garden is one of the most sought out botanical gardens in the UK and is typical of the 19th-century style that encouraged gardens to be seen as works of art.

Dairyland Farm World

No family day out is complete without visiting Dairyland Farm World. Located on a working dairy farm, there are tonnes to do inside and out, come rain or shine, keeping you and the kids entertained all day.

Adrenalin Quarry

Known for ‘throwing people off cliffs since 2009’, this outdoor playground for kids and adults is the ideal spot for those looking for a hit of adrenaline. Located in a quarry in Liskeard, Adrenalin Quarry is a 490-long, 50-meter high zip wire, reaching speeds of 40mph.

Fistral Beach

For a waterscape of a lifetime head to Fistral beach. One of the world’s top surfing destinations, eager surfers flock to Fistral for the big waves and surf scene. Whether you’re a novice or full-blow expert, pull all the stops out here.

Royal Cornwall Museum

Discover 200 years of history at the Royal Cornwall Museum. Showcasing historic artefacts from Cornwall, these antiques tell tales of Cornwall’s magical past, inspiring you to discover more of Cornwall’s ancestry.