Hillside

ID: S483782

  • Bedrooms 4
  • ・ Sleeps 8
  • ・ Pets 2

Guests say

Hillside Lodge in Callington, Cornwall, is a well-received holiday rental with guests praising its spaciousness, comfortable accommodation, and friendly staff at the onsite pub. The property's location within Honicombe Manor resort is considered advantageous, and the lodge offers lovely views and essential amenities. Some minor maintenance issues were reported but were quickly addressed.

Cleanliness was generally good with some guests initially satisfied, but there were instances where additional cleaning was done by guests, such as the bath and shower areas. A mention of a musty smell suggests room for improvement.

The location is highly regarded for its beauty and convenience within the resort, contributing to an enjoyable stay. The views from the lodge are particularly appreciated.

The lodge is considered comfortable, accommodating up to 8 guests with ease. However, there were comments about the property being tight for 8 adults and a musty smell from the sofa.

Facilities are well-received with a well-stocked kitchen and enjoyable pub on-site. Some guests experienced difficulties with the microwave and bathroom door, and there were issues with booking the pool and drying wet clothing.

There is no mention of gifts or special thoughtful touches in the reviews provided, so it is not possible to assess this category.

About this property

Gunnislake 2.7 miles. This detached, Alpine lodge of Hillside is set in an elevated position within the peaceful grounds of Honicombe Manor Holiday Resort, in the Tamar Valley near Gunnislake. Surrounded by trees rich in wildlife, this cottage offers beautifully-presented accommodation in a reverse-level style, ideal for a large family of eight. There is an open-plan living area on the first floor, where plush sofas entice you to lounge in front of the TV with FreeSat before wandering out to the sunny balcony, where you can enjoy your favourite tipple amongst your peaceful surroundings. When you’re feeling peckish, progress to the kitchen, where wooden fittings behold a wealth of appliances that are bound to appease any budding chef. Once a delicious meal has been made here, it can be enjoyed at the six-seater dining table; alternatively, you can wander out to the on-site bar/restaurant for dinner, if you’re not feeling up to cooking! When night falls, retire to one of the four delightful bedrooms inhabiting the ground floor, such as a super-king-size enjoying an en-suite shower room, a vibrant twin, and two further zip/linked twins. Concluding the property’s interiors is a family shower room, which can also be located downstairs. Spend some time touring the estate grounds, where a plethora of on-site facilities can be found, from seasonal swimming pools and a sauna to outdoor chess and tennis courts; you’re well-catered to here! Just a couple of miles away is Cotehele, a National Trust house, gardens and historic quay by the River Tamar, with woodland walks and formal gardens; families will love the train along the scenic Tamar Valley line from Gunnislake to Plymouth, perhaps stopping off at Calstock viaduct en-route. There is a donkey sanctuary along the road from this lodge, and the mining village at Morwhellam Quay, used as the location for the Edwardian Farm TV series, is also close by. This part of Cornwall is designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and is a World Heritage Site for its mining history, which can be learnt of on walks throughout the Tamar Valley Mining District, exploring the Victoria Copper Mine and visiting the East Cornwall Mining History Museum. Whatever you get up during your break in Cornwall, Hillside guarantees a delightful base for you and your loved ones to return to at the end of each day.

Gunnislake is a small country village on the heavily forested banks of the Tamar River. It has a few welcoming pubs and a handful of shops. The village is notable for being at one end of the picturesque Tamar Valley Railway, which runs down the riverbank to Plymouth on a regular basis. Dartmoor, the northern and southern coast beaches, and the delights of Cornwall's far west are all within easy reach. Tavistock, with its pannier market, bars, and restaurants, is close by, as is Calstock, a popular fishing village.

Accommodation

Reverse-level.

Four bedrooms: 1 x ground-floor super-king-size with en-suite walk-in shower, basin and WC, 1 x twin, 2 x twin (zip/link, can be double on request).

Ground-floor shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC.

First-floor open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with balcony

Electric central heating.

Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, dishwasher.

TV with FreeSat, DVD, WiFi available in the property and also on-site in leisure areas.

Fuel and power included in rent.

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

Travel cot, highchair and stairgate available on request.

Shared use of on-site leisure club at Honicombe Park (closed 25th December and 1st January only) including indoor heated pool, outdoor heated pool (May - Sep inclusive), sauna, mini gym, outdoor chess and tennis courts.

Ample off-road parking.

Large balcony terrace with furniture.

Shared use of estate grounds.

One well-behaved dog welcome.

Sorry, no smoking.

Shop and pub on site.

Note: Property accessed by 14 steps, may not be suitable for those with limited mobility.

Note: Due to the location of the property, the internet is quite intermittent - this is being reviewed with the provider.

Note: This property does not worker bookings due to on-site rules.

Note: Check-in is from 4pm, check-out by 10am

Nearby points of interest

  • Sterts Arts Centre
  • Launceston Steam Railway
  • Dartmoor Prison Museum
  • Plymouth Gin Distillery
  • Mount Edgcumbe House and Country Park
  • Dartmoor Zoological Park
  • The Cheesewring
  • The Hurlers
  • Launceston Castle

Reviews (7)

  • Christopher

    The lodge was comfortable and had all the essentials for your stay, it had a lovely view from the balcony. We had a problem with the door to the balcony which wouldn't lock, but a quick call to the owner and it was fixed within the hour.

  • Richard

    I can't say anymore really perfect

  • Steven

    Went off exploring most days and it was a very nice accommodation to come back to. Used the pub on the park a few evenings for dinner as well as for a takeaway and the food was delicious and all the staff were incredibly friendly and helpful. I would have no hesitation in booking again.

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