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Special Escapes: Self-catering in the UK

The Linhay

The Linhay, Moyles Farm, St Minver, Wadebridge, Cornwall, England

Surfers' Paradise... you are minutes from a morning surf at Polzeath, an afternoon sail off Rock and a seafood gastro-supper in Padstow. This former cart shed has reinvented itself as a gleaming, 'Scandinavian' studio – a brilliant retreat for two. Open to the eaves, the white-walled, split-level space is warmed by wood-burner and softened by mammoth sofas and cheery cushions. With the air of an upmarket beach hut, the oak-floored kitchen has stripy-curtained, tongue and groove cupboards, local Delabole slate surfaces and plenty of stainless steel; tucked away, the ample bed is decked in stripy peacock-blue and crisp white cotton. Drench off the salty sea in a chunky-tiled, minimalist shower room, then, happily weary from all that gusty air, grab a beer from the oversized fridge and pad out into garden, settling on a hewn bench to watch the sun dip over the fields. If you can move no further, treat yourself to a meal (locally produced, all homemade) from the freezer. Nearby owners Amanda and Mark are always happy to help. From Port Isaac and Port Quinn to Trevose Head and Tintagel, the southwest coastal path beckons, as does the surf capital of Newquay. Tomorrow is another day.

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The Linhay

Contact: Amanda Woodward

  • Tel: +44 (0)1208 862331
  • Fax: +44 (0)1208 862331
  • Sleeps: 2 (3 plus cot).
  • Rooms: 1 double with shower room.
  • Price: £560 – £640. Low season £80p.n.High season £92p.n. Min 2 night stay
  • Closed: Never
Children are positively welcomed, with no age restrictions, but cots, high chairs etc are not necessarily available. Within 10 miles of a bus/coach/train station and owner can arrange collection. No smoking anywhere in the house. Well-trained pets are accepted and may sleep in your room (not on the bed). Check when booking. Wireless internet access available for guests.

Checklist

  • Dishwasher
  • Electricity included
  • Washing machine
  • Microwave oven
  • Central heating
  • Mobile reception
  • Television
  • BBQ
  • Beach within 3 miles
  • Cooked meals available
  • Restaurant nearby
  • Short breaks possible
  • Extra bed/cot available
  • Shop within 3 miles

Points of interest

  • One and a half miles from the beach at Polzeath, a good surfing beach.
  • Many excellent local pubs within a few miles.
  • Padstow is a short ferry ride from Rock, which is only 3 miles away.
  • Quiet secluded location with views over open farmland.
  • You can walk onto the South West Coast path from us.

This information is provided by owners and is not endorsed by ASP. If you have questions about it, please contact the owners.

The Linhay View of The Linhay and open farmland.

View of The Linhay and open farmland.

The Linhay Woodburner and king size bed

Woodburner and king size bed

The Linhay bed in foreground with L shaped sofa by the woodburner.

bed in foreground with L shaped sofa by the woodburner.

The Linhay Kitchen area

Kitchen area

Photo captions have been written by the owner or management of The Linhay and are not verified or endorsed by ASP.

Help

Children of all ages are welcome. Cots, highchairs, etc, are not necessarily available.
Guests’ pets can sleep in the bedroom (not on the bed).
Working farm or vineyard.
Wireless internet access available for guests.
No smoking anywhere in the property.
At least one bedroom and bathroom accessible for wheelchair users. Phone for details.
Tennis court on the premises; use may be by arrangement.
Credit cards accepted, most commonly Visa and MasterCard.
Bikes on the premises to hire or borrow.
Swimming pool on the premises; use may be by arrangement.
Within 10 miles of a bus/coach/train station and owner can arrange collection.
At least one bedroom and bathroom accessible without steps.

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