Title: A quaint, riverside family cottage nestled in the heart of Tamar River Valley Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # A quaint, riverside family cottage nestled in the heart of Tamar River Valley Riverside cottage with kitchen and patio ## Photo gallery for A quaint, riverside family cottage nestled in the heart of Tamar River Valley ![Interior - A quaint, riverside family cottage nestled in the heart of Tamar River Valley (Yelverton)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78380000/78374100/78374010/977fea94.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property video](https://mediaim.expedia.com/video/9A1CB9973399C0715D59CB4C219CD018/7fa276b3-9c37-4f87-bd53-32442b135bdc-thumbnail.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=1280) ![Exterior - A quaint, riverside family cottage nestled in the heart of Tamar River Valley (Yelverton)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78380000/78374100/78374010/326f188c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi - A quaint, riverside family cottage nestled in the heart of Tamar River Valley (Yelverton)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78380000/78374100/78374010/5f9c2912.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - A quaint, riverside family cottage nestled in the heart of Tamar River Valley (Yelverton)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78380000/78374100/78374010/3d04b5fa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Nestled on the banks of River Tamar, The Unicorn Stable offers a serene country retreat with luxurious touches. Character-filled and dog-friendly, this 200-year-old stable features an open-plan bedroom upstairs with original beams and views over salt marsh meadows. ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5 ## Popular amenities - Hot tub - Dryer - Washer - Barbecue grill - Parking available - Pet-friendly ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### A quaint, riverside family cottage nestled in the heart of Tamar River Valley Have you ever dreamed of a place where fairies flutter their wings, unicorns stand tall and proud, and elves play hide-and-seek in the garden? Then you must have been dreaming about the Unicorn Stable! Set in the heart of the Tamar River Valley, the Unicorn Stable lets you transport yourself to another world of magic and comfort, with your own private garden just outside your window. With its 4 beds across 2 bedrooms, a self-catering kitchen and a fully walk-in shower, the Unicorn Stable blends traditional Devon farm life with our renovation’s personal, handcrafted touch (including the king-size bed and the thatched doorway!). Let your imagination run as wild as the river! The Unicorn Stable is the perfect, secluded retreat for families, large groups, seniors… a perfect excursion for just about everyone of all ages! The Unicorn Stable features: • Free unlimited wi-fi • Free self check-in • A warm welcome for your well-behaved dogs, for an extra £5 per night • Optional cot for the youngest, at no charge • Entertainment for the kids (including smart TV, Amazon Alexa, and board games) • Complimentary milk and some of our fresh farm eggs! Plus a small selection of condiments, tea, coffee and sugar • Hand-crafted features, including the king-sized bed and thatched doorway • Hand crafted stairs • Private, off-road parking for two cars • Laundry: Washing machine available on request. • Complimentary towels and bedding • Entertainment (including smart TV, Amazon Alexa and board games) You’ll have easy access to: • Endless walks and hikes in the heart of a UNESCO World Heritage Site and UK Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty! • Walk along the Tamara Way • The Tamar River, for both riverside relaxation or day trips on your kayaks • Unlimited fishing free of charge • The nearby village of Bere Alston, including a Co-op food store, pharmacy, Butchers, a Post office with a range of cards and hardware and The Olde Plough Inn! • Bere Alston Railway Station, with regular, bi-hourly trains to Plymouth, for onward direct trains to Exeter, Bristol and London Paddington • Direct ferry service across the River Tamar to Calstock, and from Plymouth ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Electric car charging station on site - Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available ### Kitchen - Blender - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Music library - Smart TV - Stereo - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - 5 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - 2 accessible parking spaces - 2 steps to reach entrance - Area rugs in public areas - Handrails in stairways - In-room accessibility - Smooth flooring in public areas - Upper floors accessible by stairs only - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel - Wheelchair-accessible van parking - Designated smoking areas ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - On a river ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Bicycle parking - Boat - Foosball table - Kayak - Table tennis - Tennis - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Swimming nearby - Wildlife walks nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability - Bicycle parking - Composting - Comprehensive food waste policy - Comprehensive recycling policy - Electric car charging station - Garden - Humane treatment of captive wild animals - Local artist showcase - Reusable coffee/tea filters - Water-efficient toilets ## Similar properties ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104480000/104475100/104475088/2227d296.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 3-Bed Cottage - Sleeps 5, Riverside, Hot Tub, Pets holsworthy - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-25&endDate=2025-12-26&selected=104475088&PinnedHotelID=104475088&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor spa tub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90880000/90870300/90870214/eff9db38.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Honeysuckle Cottage with optional hot tub and shared EV charger. 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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C50.48714%2C-4.21217&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=0Kms-LK1tUL9vbm7apn8-p7TEag=) Yelverton, Devon #### What's nearby - Tamar Valley \- 1 min walk \- 0.0 miles - Calstock Viaduct \- 3 min drive \- 1.1 miles - Calstock Arts Centre \- 7 min drive \- 1.3 miles - Limekiln Gallery \- 7 min drive \- 1.3 miles - Cotehele House and Gardens \- 8 min drive \- 1.3 miles #### Getting around - Bere Alston Station - 14 min walk #### Restaurants - ‪The White Hart - ‬18 min drive - ‪Compton Park - ‬23 min drive - ‪The Rifle Volunteer - ‬17 min drive - ‪Tamar Inn - ‬19 min drive - ‪Carpenters Arms - ‬20 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is A quaint, riverside family cottage nestled in the heart of Tamar River Valley pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at A quaint, riverside family cottage nestled in the heart of Tamar River Valley? ### What time is check-in at A quaint, riverside family cottage nestled in the heart of Tamar River Valley? ### What time is check-out at A quaint, riverside family cottage nestled in the heart of Tamar River Valley? ### Where is A quaint, riverside family cottage nestled in the heart of Tamar River Valley located? ## Have a question? 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