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We have stayed in many places over the years, and this rates as our absolute favourite! The barn is immaculate , spacious, beautifully designed and perfect! The setting is like balm to the soul - it really is! What an ideal location to visit some many beautiful places . The addition of being able to feed gorgeous ponies, and watch the swallows dance around added to our enjoyment! Our hosts , Brenda and Paul were lovely people who have a wealth of knowledge about the local area as well as many entertaining stories to share. This a total gem! :)

Would love to live in this beautiful cottage, views for miles and so lovely. Horses everywhere so if you like them that’s a bonus. Also 5 dogs running free

Comfortable and affordable the bungalow ticks all the boxes if you want a peaceful stay in natural surroundings. The owners respected our privacy but were available should we have needed them. It is a peaceful farm environment with horses in the field which were great to watch. As were the cattle who lined the driveway several times. One or two meandering onto the track but got out of the way eventually. They have wonderful personalities and a charm of their own but also stubborn so cut them some slack and be patient after all they live there. We found the whole week to be a delight. Perfectly positioned to visit north and south coast alike but don’t forget the inland gems too. Cornwall is so much more than just sea and surf.

Faultless

Lovely, friendly hotel. Excellent customer service on reception, in bar and restaurant. Recommended

Unfortunately the hotel needs full refurbishment and updating. There was one young lad very helpful and full of enthusiasm.who seemed to have been given the job of receptionist, cleaner, bar staff and general trades I think the only thing we didn't see him do was cook!! But considering we are in covid infectious world the hotel was not as clean as it could be, one person could not be expected to carry out all the duties and ensure the anti infection of the bar/reception/toilets/camping wash area. The food was nothing to write home about freshly cooked but out if a freezer, tesco frozen cod fillet and cheap ingredients at pub prices no tap beer only cans! And as for the rubbish piled up in the corner of the car park that we watched being moving from one skip to another!! Dead wasps on the window sill in the main function room that's a loose description more like a grubby old pub lounge the only thing going for it was the veiw over the lake. In our bathroom the shower basin was cracked and due to the rain we experienced the windows ran with condensation. No patio table on the balcony and to be fair that had seen better days. The bed was however clean and comfortable but that was the only plus. It needs some serious investment or pulling down and rebuilding. I would not stay again and certainly would not hold a wedding or other function there. We stayed as it was convenient for us and we had only booked for 2 days and we were out visiting during the day.

Anyone looking to get away from it all in the peace and tranquility of beautiful North Cornwall should look no further than Hawks House. A real gem of a find nestled in stunning countryside within easy reach of some wonderful sandy beaches and breathtaking Bodmin Moor. The dog and I will definitely be back!