Snaptrip says
Valley Lodge 44 in Callington, Cornwall, offers a peaceful and well-equipped retreat with beautiful surroundings. Guests appreciate the lodge's cleanliness, comfortable furnishings, and the thoughtful touches that create a home-from-home experience. While some guests encountered issues with maintenance and cleanliness, the majority found the property to be a delightful base for exploring the area and enjoying on-site amenities like the swimming pool.
Guests that stayed at this property said
Reviews on cleanliness are mixed, with several guests finding the lodge spotless and well-presented, while others reported issues with dirtiness, dampness, and mustiness. The variance in experiences suggests room for improvement in consistency.
The location is highly praised for its quiet, peaceful setting with great views and proximity to local attractions. However, some guests noted the steep hill and distance from parking to the lodge as drawbacks.
Guests generally find the lodge comfortable, with a well-equipped kitchen and cosy atmosphere. However, some guests mentioned uncomfortable mattresses and dampness in rooms, which affects the overall comfort level.
Facilities are appreciated, such as the swimming pool and on-site restaurant, but several guests reported maintenance issues like non-working TVs, leaky windows, and boiler problems, indicating a need for better upkeep.
Guests mention thoughtful extras like a welcome packet of biscuits and a selection of DVDs and games. While these touches are appreciated, it is noted that such gifts are not guaranteed and may vary.
About this property
This villa-style accommodation at Tamar Valley Resort in Callington is in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The on-site facilities include indoor & outdoor heated swimming pools, bar, shop & reception. Arranged in small clusters along the valley stream, these typical lodge-style family holiday homes are arranged over two floors with upstairs and downstairs terraces to enjoy the outside space. The ground floor has a double and two twin bedrooms and two bathrooms. The first floor has a sunny and bright sitting room with dining area and patio doors to the decked balcony with rural views and garden furniture, plus kitchen. There is a terrace accessed from the master bedroom, again overlooking the valley with table and chairs for alfresco dining. The communal grounds are well maintained and are ideal for children to play ball games. This retreat is well placed for guests looking to explore both Cornwall and Devon with some fantastic local attractions nearby. Within a short drive is the National Trust property, Cotehele, a Tudor house and valley garden estate set above the River Tamar. A little further afield you can visit the glorious sandy beach at Whitsand Bay with dramatic scenery and sheer cliffs. Equally accessible are Bodmin Moor and Dartmoor National Park with undulating moorlands and a myriad of historic sites and monuments - a rambler's dream. Valley Lodge 44 makes a comfy retreat for holiday happiness.
Callington is set in the heart of the Tamar Valley, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. As well as being the home of Ginsters Cornish pasties Callington offers a good selection of restaurants and pubs. Callington is a Cornish market town, rich in mining heritage and overlooked by Kit Hill, the highest point in the area, donated to the people of Cornwall by Prince Charles to celebrate the birth of Prince William. From the top of Kit Hill there are amazing views across south-east Cornwall as far as Plymouth Sound.
Accommodation
Over two floors.
Three ground floor bedrooms: 1 x double.
1 x twin 3' beds, 1 x twin 2'6 and 3' bed.
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Shower room with shower, basin and WC.
Kitchen.
Sitting room with dining area and balcony.
Central heating.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, washer/dryer TV, DVD, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Cot and highchair available on request.
Allocated parking for 1 car a short walk from the property.
Patio area with garden furniture.
Two well behaved pets welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
On-site shop and pub 10 minute walk.
Coast less than 10 miles.
Note: You can unload by the property, parking is just a short walk from the property, either over a small bridge and then 11 steps or along the road and up a short hill.
Note: This property has a private water supply which is tested regularly.
Note: Seasonal opening times may apply to all facilities.
Note: Outdoor pool is open from mid May - mid September (weather dependant)
Nearby points of interest
- Sterts Arts Centre
- Launceston Steam Railway
- Plymouth Gin Distillery
- Dartmoor Prison Museum
- Mount Edgcumbe House and Country Park
- Dartmoor Zoological Park
- The Cheesewring
- The Hurlers
- Launceston Castle
Reviews (29)
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David
They didn't like the fan in the bathroom going off for ages, there was something spilt on the wall in their room and one bed felt wet. Bedrooms felt a little damp. Couldn't find the instruction booklet for washer/dryer. Shower room toilet cistern water continues if flushed intermittently. Lounge rug was rucked so we lifted the anti-slip net which seemed to be the issue. Apart from these minor issues we very much enjoyed our stay.
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Paul
We felt very comfortable during our stay. The surroundings with the use of the balcony were also very pleasing.
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Kirsten
The shower over bath was either extremely hot or extremely cold so just used the other shower which was great. There was no toilet roll holders in either bathrooms but pictured. I would suggest a dark rug by front door especially as grass was strimmed 3 days we were there and left around lodge. Pool was clean, not very deep though. Staff friendly on site. Overall good lodge for 3 star stay.