Verified review
6/10 Okay
Greg P.
26 Aug 2024
Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Not a luxury site as advertised
Greg P.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Entire home
Herons for 12 Private Pool,hot tub,sauna,cinema
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At The Herons, your private Queenwood holiday home by Amy, unwind in style with a heated pool and hot tub in the garden. With 6 en-suite rooms and an incredible entertaining space for 12, you can relax by the plasma sound fireplace or enjoy Netflix in the cinema room. Take advantage of resort facilities like Elemis spa & indoor pool as well as watersports & childcare.
Reviews
8.48.4 out of 10
Very good
Entire home
6 bedrooms7 bathroomsSleeps 122702 sq ft
Popular amenities
- Pool
- Hot tub
- Breakfast included
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Dryer
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About this property
Herons for 12 Private Pool,hot tub,sauna,cinema
- Herons
📍 Retallack Resort, North Cornwall | Sleeps 12 | Private Heated Pool | Sauna | Hot Tub | Cinema Room
Welcome to Herons — our flagship luxury holiday home at Retallack Resort, designed for unforgettable family gatherings, milestone celebrations and multi-generational stays near Padstow.
Sleeping 12 guests across six elegant en-suite bedrooms, Herons offers exceptional indoor and outdoor living with your own private heated swimming pool (year-round), sauna and hot tub, all set within a landscaped lake-fronted garden.
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Why Families Love Herons
• Private heated outdoor pool (all year)
• Sauna & Villeroy & Boch hot tub
• Cinema room with Netflix
• Full-size pool table for friendly family tournaments
• Table tennis table perfect for competitive games
• Stunning open-plan entertaining space
• Dining table for 12 with statement lighting
• Green Egg BBQ for alfresco feasts
• 6 en-suite bedrooms (super-king or twin)
• Large enclosed garden space
• Dog friendly
• Free resort health club access
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Luxury Living & Entertaining
Herons is designed for stylish, sociable stays.
The ground floor features a spectacular open-plan kitchen and living space with:
• Large breakfast island
• Two ovens & American fridge freezer
• Wine fridge & dishwasher
• Plasma sound fireplace
• Sumptuous sofas & 50” TV
Full-width glass doors open directly onto the garden terrace with poolside loungers and monogrammed towels.
Upstairs, enjoy a dedicated cinema room with balcony — perfect for family movie nights overlooking the countryside and lake. The entertainment space also features a full-size pool table, creating the ideal games area for both adults and children. Whether it’s a competitive tournament between friends or keeping younger guests entertained between beach trips and keeping everyone full in the cinema room with a pop corn machine, Herons offers activities for everyone throughout the stay.
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6 Beautiful En-Suite Bedrooms
All bedrooms feature:
• Super-king beds (configurable as twin)
• Egyptian cotton linen
• Flat-screen TVs
• Feather duvets & luxury dressing gowns
Two bedrooms are located on the first floor, with four further en-suite bedrooms on the second floor — several with private terraces and lake views.
Ideal for large families, celebration weekends, Christmas & New Year stays, or luxury hen gatherings (respectfully hosted).
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Outdoor Luxury
Step into your private landscaped garden and enjoy:
• Heated swimming pool
• Sauna
• Bubbling hot tub
• Poolside sun loungers
• Green Egg BBQ
• Alfresco dining areas
• Lake views
A rare find in North Cornwall, Herons offers true resort-style privacy with space for everyone to relax.
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Resort & Location
Guests enjoy complimentary access to:
• Indoor heated pool
• Gym & wellness area
• Spa facilities
• Watersports including FlowRider & AquaPark
Located just minutes from:
• Watergate Bay
• Padstow Harbour
• Newquay’s surf beaches
Herons combines peaceful lakeside luxury with easy access to Cornwall’s best beaches, restaurants and coastal walks.
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Good to Know
✔ Sleeps 12
✔ Private pool heated year-round
✔ Dogs welcome
✔ Staff services available (private chefs, drivers, daily housekeeping)
✔ Key box entry
✔ Large driveway parking
✔ Full-size pool table
✔ Table tennis table
Property amenities
Pool/Spa
- Heated pool
- Hot tub
- Private pool
- Sauna
Internet
- Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
- Electric car charging station on site
- Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
Kitchen
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
- Electric kettle
- Hob
- Ice maker
- Kitchen island
- Lobster/crab pot
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Toaster
Dining
- Free breakfast available
- Dining table
Bedrooms
- 6 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 6.5 bathrooms
- Hair dryer
- Shampoo
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Dining table
- Fireplace
- Separate dining area
Entertainment
- Books
- DVD player
- Games
- Music library
- Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
- Stereo
- Video games
Outdoor areas
- Barbecue grill
- Garden
Laundry
- Laundry facilities
- Washing machine
Comfort
- Heating
Pets
- Pet friendly
- Welcoming dogs only
- 4 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
- Handrails in stairways (100 centimetre high)
- Hardwood flooring in public areas
- No lift
- Stair-free path to entrance
- Thin carpet in public areas
- Well-lit path to entrance
- Wheelchair-accessible parking
- Wheelchair-accessible van parking
- Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
- Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
- Near the bay
Things to do
- Arcade/game room
- Billiards/pool table
- Gym
- Heated pool
- Table tennis
Safety features
- Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
- Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
- First aid kit
- Fire extinguisher
General
- Electric car charging station
- Garden
- Recycling
- Unit size: 2,702 square feet
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Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
4 total pets
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 30
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
About the area
St. Columb Major is home to this holiday home. Eden Project is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Watergate Bay Beach and Fistral Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Retallack Water Sports, or check out an event or a game at Mount Wise Stadium. Visit our St. Columb Major travel guide
View more Holiday homes in St. Columb Major
St Columb Major, England
What's nearby
Padstow Harbour24 min drive - 13.0 miles
Watergate Bay Beach24 min drive - 12.4 miles
Fistral Beach33 min drive - 17.7 miles
Eden Project34 min drive - 20.4 miles- Retallack Water Sports1 min walk - 0.1 miles
Getting around
- St Columb Road Station9 min drive
- Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall)11 min drive
Restaurants
- Strong Adolfos6 min drive
- The Rock Inn11 min drive
- Red Lion5 min drive
- The Victoria Inn10 min drive
- Costa Coffee13 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Herons for 12 Private Pool,hot tub,sauna,cinema pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 4 total).
How much is parking at Herons for 12 Private Pool,hot tub,sauna,cinema?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Herons for 12 Private Pool,hot tub,sauna,cinema?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Herons for 12 Private Pool,hot tub,sauna,cinema?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Herons for 12 Private Pool,hot tub,sauna,cinema located?
Located in St. Columb Major, this family-friendly holiday home is steps from Retallack Water Sports and within 6 mi (10 km) of Camel Creek Adventure Park and Spingfields Fun Park and Pony Centre. Japanese Garden and Bonsai Nursery and Padstow Maize Maze are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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Herons for 12 Private Pool,hot tub,sauna,cinema Reviews
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Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Tara H.
16 Mar 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
21st Birthday weekend
We rented this property as a family to enable myself and family plus partners to enjoy my daughters 21st birthday.
We all had a fabulous time, the house itself is amazing and Amy has thought of loads of special touches which enhance the experience.
An amazing place to stay, great location although who would really want to leave the house with all the facilities it has to offer.
Can’t wait to return!!!
Tara H.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review
8/10 Good
Brian F.
12 Jul 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Heron 200
Very good, large spacious rooms - particularly living area with plenty of room to move around, although the sofas seem to have been made for people with 6 foot legs and two foot backs. Would have appreciated instructions on outside lighting, use of tumble dryer - as not everyone has a condensing dryer, plus correct use of spa baths and showers.
Pool and hot tub were exceptional and were well used.
On the whole it was a relaxing and enjoyable time and would stay at the facility again ig yh opportunity arose.
Brian F.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review
8/10 Good
Liz T.
29 Jun 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Many positives but some negatives
Positives…Beautiful house in good location, excellent pool, hot tub and sauna. Bedrooms and en suites excellent.
However downstairs and outside area needs some attention as looking tired!
Outside furniture in need of revarnishing and the comfortable chairs outside were unusable as mouldy and the table broken!
Also the sofas in the living area need attention as my husband cut his hand on exposed staples whilst feeling at the back for a lost toy.
Liz T.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review
8/10 Good
Karen H.
29 Sept 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
Great house, plenty of space. The resort overall could do with some investment
The property was lovely and large and well-equipped. The kitchen / living area in particular are great for large parties and families. The house has started to look a little worn and dated as has the swimming pool. We had a few issues with the weeds in the garden, a broken gate and a blocked toilet but these were sorted by the house manager. Overall we had a great time and the kids loved the pool.
Karen H.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Karen H.
14 Aug 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Summer trip with teenagers
We spent a week at 200 The Herons with teenagers. We had a really wonderful week. The house was perfect for us and it is in a great location. Thank you for a fabulous holiday.
Karen H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020