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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 3
2 Single Beds
Master Bedroom
1 Double Bed
Zip n' Link or Twin Beds
2 Single Beds
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet
Bathroom 2
Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Beautiful spacious, split-level house near Fowey, heated swimming pool, hot tub
This spacious, split level house with its unconventional layout that guests love for its unique character. It has been tastefully furnished and decorated to a very high standard and quality and sleeps up to 6 people and has 2 bathrooms. The ground floor has 2 bedrooms one with twin beds and the other is a zip n' link bed or can be made into 2 single beds. These are served by a shared bathroom with full facilities and shower. A cot, highchair and stairgate are available on request. You will find the kitchen and dining room on the middle level, both rooms and very light and spacious and over look the garden. There is a fully fitted kitchen/breakfast room which is very well equipped. On the upper level there is the master King bedroom and an adjacent bathroom with bath and full facilities. The sitting room is also on this level with wonderful views over the Fowey River valley and surrounding open countryside. There is a large fenced garden and patio area with furniture and a gas bbq for your own use. There is the indoor heated swimming pool and hot tub that has stunning views over the Fowey River. A home-made Cornish cream tea awaits you on arrival as a warm welcome. A games room, outside play area and friendly farm animals to feed daily. We are ideally located for touring all of Cornwall with many famous attractions, beaches, N.T properties, beautiful gardens, walks and many more activities and attractions closeby. There is ample off road parking.
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Property # 11205402
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Fowey
Located in Fowey, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. Fowey River Gallery and Lostwithiel Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Fowey Estuary and Readymoney Cove. Travelling with kids? Consider Eden Project and Marsh Villa Gardens. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and horse riding.
Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
Fowey Estuary - 12 min drive - 8.2 km
Eden Project - 15 min drive - 9.6 km
Watergate Bay Beach - 50 min drive - 49.7 km
Fistral Beach - 53 min drive - 49.7 km
Getting around
Par Station - 11 min drive
Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall) - 47 min drive
Restaurants
Havener's - 6 min drive
Safe Harbour Hotel - 6 min drive
The New Inn - 5 min drive
Sunny Spice - 7 min drive
Cornish Bakery - 6 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Beautiful spacious, split-level house near Fowey, heated swimming pool, hot tub have a pool?
Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.
How much does it cost to stay at Beautiful spacious, split-level house near Fowey, heated swimming pool, hot tub ?
As of 14 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Beautiful spacious, split-level house near Fowey, heated swimming pool, hot tub on 29 Aug 2026 start from AU$449, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Beautiful spacious, split-level house near Fowey, heated swimming pool, hot tub pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Beautiful spacious, split-level house near Fowey, heated swimming pool, hot tub ?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Beautiful spacious, split-level house near Fowey, heated swimming pool, hot tub ?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Beautiful spacious, split-level house near Fowey, heated swimming pool, hot tub ?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Beautiful spacious, split-level house near Fowey, heated swimming pool, hot tub located?
This family-friendly Fowey holiday home is located by the sea, within 3 mi (5 km) of Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Fowey Aquarium and The Parish Church of Saint Andrew the Apostle. Gribben Head and Fowey Tourist Information Centre are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
This was a beautiful cottage with wonderful view as we were at the top of a very big hill. Ruth was so friendly and welcoming. She had left scones as a welcome...which were delicious. The kids loved it here and have already requested to come back soon. The pool and hot tub were a great hit with everyone.
Monaxi P.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Apr 2026
Thank you for your wonderful review. It was nice to meet you all and pleased that you enjoyed your stay with us. We look forward to welcoming you back again :) Thank you - Ruth
Lovely cottage in a lovely location. Spotlessly clean and lots of room and facilities.Pool, hot tub and games room are brilliant for rainy days.Outdoor play area and farm animals would be great for younger kids.Host was lovely and check on us on arrival and just as we left and made us feel very welcome. Highly recommend.
Danny J.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept 2025
Hi Danny
It was great to meet you and your family and delighted that you found the cottage clean and in a beautiful location and that you enjoyed the facilities. We look forward to seeing you again sometime in the future. Thank you :) Ruth
Beautiful house. Ruth and John are excellent hosts, very helpful and nothing is too much trouble. The welcome cream tea and the freshly laid eggs were a treat for us all. I took my 4 granddaughters who were delighted with the pool and hot tub. So much room inside and outside which was nice for us all. I would certainly recommend this property and we are definitely returning. Thank you Ruth and John
Angela B.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept 2025
Dear Angela
Thank you for your kind review and I am delighted that you enjoyed your stay with us. I am pleased that your 4 granddaughters enjoyed the pool and hot tub. We very much look forward to seeing you again :)
Thank you, Ruth & John
this place is so special , it is a home from home . We had a fab time staying and we all loved to pool and hot tub such a great bonus
graham a.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar 2020
Thank you for your wonderful comments and delighted that you all had a great time.
It was lovely meeting you all and hope to see you again sometime soon.
Thank you
Ruth
Lovely holiday, great accommodation, quiet getaway
The accommodation was lovely, clean and spacious. Ruth was very friendly and informative on best places to visit.
The highlights are the heated pool and a farm in your back garden where you can feed the animals every day.
Daniel B.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Oct 2020
It was so nice to meet you and pleased that you enjoyed your stay with us. I know you enjoyed walking up to see the pet animals and going for a swim. Hope all goes well with your new addition to the family and look forward to meeting her and seeing you all again. Thank you Ruth :)
Archival
10/10 Excellent
nicola g.
21 Aug 2016
Fantastic holiday in beautiful surroundings
A very enjoyable stay, we were made to feel very welcome. A great base to explore Cornwall. The children loved feeding the animals each day, as well as playing in the games room and on the trampoline. We enjoyed visiting Fowey and the lovely walk on the Esplanade from Readymoney Cove. Plenty of great beaches nearby. Thanks Ruth and John for a memorable stay.
nicola g.
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar 2020
It was lovely meeting you all and really pleased that your enjoyed your stay.
Glad the children enjoyed feeding the animals in the mornings and I think the guinea pigs were the favourites and possibly collecting the eggs.
Hopefully, the swimming pool will be up and running next year so that will be an added bonus. Look forward to seeing you all again. Ruth & Tom
We had a great time staying at this property.
Lots of room in the cottage and comfortable rooms.
Loved being able to use the pool and working with Ruth to arrange use of the hot tub for specific days.
Lovely to go out of the garden and see all of the animals.
We would definitely stay again, thank you Ruth.
Clarice S.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Oct 2020
Thank you Clarice. Delighted that you enjoyed your stay with us and look forward to seeing you all again in the future. Thank you :)
What excellent accomodation. It had everything we needed for our holiday and was very clean and well equipped. Our hosts were excellent. The time Ruth spent with our grandchildren feeding the farm animals is a very fond memory that I will cherish. The swimming pool the views, the home made welcome scones all made for the most wonderful and happy holiday. (and the sun shone!) what more could you ask for. Thank you for filling our memory bank with such happiness Penquite Farm. We shall return
We have just come back from the best family holiday we've ever had. The cottage is immaculate with all the amenities you could possibly want or need. The animal feeding with Ruth was perfect for young children, especially bottle feeding their lamb. The pool/jacuzzi was exceptional, by far the best pool we have ever used. It's completely private to the holiday homes. The temperature is beautifully warm, with incredible floor to ceiling views over the river Fowey and surrounding countryside. The local beaches and the town of Fowey are really lovely. I would not hesitate to recommend Penquite Farm to anyone - especially if you have young children. Thank you so much Ruth and John for everything.
Sophie B.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Apr 2024
Thank you very much for your wonderful review. It was a pleasure meeting you and your family and having you stay with us in our holiday cottage. We are pleased that you all had a wonderful time and had the 'best family holiday'. I know the girls loved feeding the animals, especially the pet lamb and holding the guinea pigs. Thank you for your lovely write-up regarding the swimming pool and the wonderful views from the pool and hot tub area. We certainly look forward to seeing you all again in the near future :)
Thank you, Ruth
Wonderful Cottage! The only thing broken was the weather!!!
Stayed here for a long weekend break so that Grandma and Granddaughter could have some time together in-between lockdowns! The cottage was fantastic, loads of space, very well appointed, spotlessly clean and in beautiful surroundings!
Fantastic large kitchen and BBQ for self catering if like us, you are with younger kids and have accepted that evenings out are but a distant memory!
The swimming pool on site is a fantastic bonus for keeping the young ones occupied, especially when the weather is terrible as it can be when you take a chance on an October getaway in the UK. Water was lovely and warm, facilities were excellent!
The host was wonderful with recommendations for local spots, and even offering us use of the pool after check-out to keep our little one happy! The Scones, clotted cream and eggs were a great touch too!
Heartily recommend a stay here !!!
John D.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Oct 2020
Thank you John. It was nice meeting you all and look forward to seeing you again sometime. Hopefully for a bit longer stay and better weather :)
Lovely tranquil hidden spot in the Cornwall countryside
We had a fantastic 2 week stay and Ruth was an amazing host. We were greeted after a long drive from London with delicious scones, cream and jam. Ruth put safety first with additional cleaning (although the cottage was spotless when we arrived) extra hand sanitiser in the property, extra safety rules around the pool barn in terms of social distancing which meant we could still enjoy the pool during our stay. We had a really comfortable relaxing stay, some days we chose to just stay at the cottage but on other days we did venture out. The bedrooms and beds are comfortable, great kitchen with everything you need to cook, and a spacious lounge to relax in after a long day exploring the area. Ruth also gave us fresh eggs from the hens in her garden. The animals are wonderful (pigs, horse, hens, sheep, alpacas, guinea pigs, and rabbits) we fed them vegetables most evenings and there is a small playground area at the back of the property as well with sunken trampoline that our daughter enjoyed. The views from the pool barn are breathtaking.
There is so much to see close-by. Fowey itself is wonderful and everything was starting to open up gradually. My husband took our daughter fishing twice from Fowey with a local fisherman, they caught a ton mackerel, she also enjoyed the aquarium (4 times!) We ate at Sams and Pintxo both great food and dining experiences. We went to Eden Project short drive from the property and discovered the other local fishing villages like Polruan, Looe, Polperro (take the Bodinnick Ferry) to reach these places.
We visited a couple of farm shops close by, good if you run out of milk! Fowey Farm Shop and Colwiths Farm Shop. We also had a lovely afternoon cream tea at Duchy of Cornwall Nursery towards Lostwithiel. Best fish and chips close by is in Lostwithiel called the Country Fryer.
Further afield our favourite beach was Perranporth. For kids we did Lappa Valley, Newquay Zoo and Newquay Aquarium.
All in all we had a great two week break after 3 months in lockdown! We would absolutely recommend Penquite Farm for your holiday.
Yasmin K.
Stayed 15 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 26 July 2020
Thank you very much for your fantastic review. It was lovely meeting you all and
we are delighted that you enjoyed your holiday with us. You certainly saw a lot of Cornwall and I know the fishing trip was good fun and we certainly enjoyed eating the mackerel you caught.
Hopefully you will visit us again sometime when you manage another holiday in Cornwall. We would certainly welcome you back. Thank you Ruth :)
Fabulous place to stay. Friendly owners and very helpful
We stayed as a family of 5, including 3 children aged 12,19 and 20. The property was extremely well equipped (far more than we were expecting and we very much appreciated the attention to detail). It was very homely and comfortable with family games and books and a play area. Ruth was very helpful with advice on the local area and we felt welcomed by the treat of scones, jam and clotted cream that greeted us on our arrival. Feeding the animals was a massive highlight staying here. Our 12 year old loved every minute attending the animals. The freshly laid eggs were delicious. We also spent time in the pool house which enjoys spectacular views and played some pool and table tennis. Everyone was friendly in the local area and we enjoyed the food and activities locally. Ruth had good advice on activities and places that we were able to experience. It was a great location for exploring most of Cornwall. We would highly recommend staying here and would definitely return.
susan r.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Sept 2022
Thank you for your wonderful 5* review. It was lovely meeting you and delighted that you all had a wonderful time. I know feeding the animals in the mornings was a huge success, especially those little piglets!
I know the swimming pool was a favourite too.
We look forward to seeing you all again on a return trip to Cornwall. Thank you :)
Fantastic property for a family, cleanliness 5*, host Ruth is so helpful any time. Would recommend to anyone.
David B.
Stayed 13 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 6 July 2022
Thank you for your review David.
It was really nice meeting you all and delighted that you joined me in the mornings for animal feeding which I know you all thoroughly enjoyed. Look forward to seeing you all again. Thanks
Ruth :)
Had such an amazing time at Penquite Farm! Accommodation was clean and very comfortable for all. Kids loved feeding the animals and the Pool barn was outstanding! Ideal location for visiting all local attractions and for exploring Cornwall. Gorgeous views - very peaceful which was just what we needed! Thank you Ruth and John for your hospitality. We would definitely be looking to visit again in the future!
Emma P.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Aug 2021
Thank you for your great review.
It was a pleasure meeting you all and delighted that you enjoyed your stay with us. Glad that the kids enjoyed the animals and especially the swimming pool. We are very fortunate to live in such a beautiful location and love sharing it with our guests. We look forward to welcoming you back to Penquite Farm in the not too distant future.
Thank you :)
We stayed for a week with Ruth at the farm and had a relaxing,wonderful time. The accomodation is spacious and was nicely made up, equipped with absolutely everything you could require.
Outside the garden was huge and beautifully maintained,leading straight out to the animals and playback which the kids loved and we used everyday.
The pool was fantastic also, a great size to swim or play and had great views across the valley.
It's also only a short walk down to the village with has a nice pub and paddleboard business. Everyone is very friendly and make you feel welcome.
We had a long drive to get there but once we arrived we barely had to drive more than 15 minutes again to access a host of beaches, larger shops (Tescos,Coop,Spar) and harbours, where its quick and easy to hire boats or go on excursions, a great way to take in the area.
We loved our stay and reccomend it to anyone wishing to get away, relax and see all that Cornwall has to offer.
Matt M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Aug 2021
Thank you very much for your wonderful review.
We are so pleased that you enjoyed your stay with us and it was great to meet you all.
Delighted that you all enjoyed the pool and the kids enjoyed visiting the animals and the play area. As you say, we are close for touring Cornwall and have lots of activities closeby. We would love to see you again and hope you will return in the future :)
We were very impressed with the space in the property and enjoyed being able to use the swimming pool. My 11 year old daughter loved feeding the animals everyday and even though it rained most of the week we were able to find places to visit in the near vicinity. A really enjoyable stay.
Louise B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 30 July 2021
Thank you for your review.
It was great to meet you and pleased that you enjoyed your stay. We look forward to seeing you again sometime in the future.
Church Meadow is beautiful. Everything you need is available in the property and its an ideal base to explore Cornwall. The indoor swimming pool is amazing and children love to feed the farm animals. The hosts are very attentive and there to make sure you enjoy your holiday and want for nothing. I fully recommend this property.
Tony W.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 30 July 2021
Thank you for your 5* review and thank you for leaving everything so clean and tidy. We enjoyed meeting you all and look forward to seeing you again in the future :)
Just back from a very rainy, windy week in Cornwall.
But there is plenty on the UP side.
We stayed at Church Meadow.
Spacious accomodation for 5, well equipped, fabulous swimming pool, lovely garden and wonderfull location. We had a great time and Ruth was a great host.
Sunshine would have been nice, but its absence proved that it can never spoil a holiday, when all the other ingredients are excellent
Ruth is a great host. The place was amazing very comfortable even in the cold.
I would say don’t rely on the postcode call Ruth for directions or try church hill.
Barbra M.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Dec 2020
Thank you for your5* review. It was lovely meeting you girls and pleased that you enjoyed your stay. I know you enjoyed the hot tub! It was a shame you arrived in the evening in the dark which makes it difficult to find your way. You did the right thing and rang me so I could guide you to your destination. Look forward to seeing you all again sometime and hopefully Barbra :) Ruth
On arrival we were greeted by Ruth who gave us half an hour to get our bearings before meeting us to explain how everything worked which was useful. This property is spacious, well equipped, spotlessly clean and very comfortable. Fowey is a short drive away with its quaint harbour and we ventured further afield (St Ives) as well as staying closer to home (Polperro). Unfortunately, due to Boris' 2nd lockdown we had to leave 3 days early never-the-less we enjoyed our stay...
This property went above and beyond what we were expecting. The cleanliness was perfect. The location was idyllic with stunning views of the countryside and estuary. We loved feeding our scraps to the pigs and collecting the fresh eggs for our breakfasts. The fisherman's arms is only a 10-minute walk away, the staff were very friendly and the menu was unusual and very nice. The walk back to the cottage is not for the faint-hearted. We really enjoyed our stay here and would recommend it for couples, groups and families. Big thank you to Ruth and Tom the dog for our relaxing stay with you.
Lynne H.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Oct 2020
Thank you very much for your great review. It was nice meeting you all and delighted that you enjoyed your stay with us. We would love to see you again when you fancy
another trip to Cornwall. Tom is a great hit with our visitors and I'm know he welcomes anyone that give him plenty of attention :)
Thank you Ruth
The children loved this place, petting animals and a swimming pool in site, what is not to love. We were able to collect fresh eggs every morning and feed the animals. Cottage was comfortable and well equipped. Beautiful garden. Location great for exploring, we visited Eden Project, Lappa Valley and all the local beaches. We'll be back! Thanks to Ruth for bring a great host.
Rachel H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 26 July 2020
Thank you very much for your great review.
I know the girls loved the animals and collecting the eggs everyday. It was nice meeting you all and we would certainly welcome you back for another visit with us.
Thank you very much. Ruth :)
Excellent location to visit beaches and countryside
The house was clean, light and spacious, fully equipped in a lovely private setting. The garden is private and beautifully kept with lots of flowers, especially the camellias.
On arrival we enjoyed a full cream tea, delicious! Also Ruth provided milk, eggs and bacon and bathroom accessories.
As we had 2 young children, the farm with all the animals was a bonus along with the speedy slide, swings and trampoline.
The swimming pool was great fun and larger than we expected with modern facilities.
Of course if we had had the time to relax and use the loungers overlooking the river and the countryside this would have been wonderful too!
A great facility and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay and hopefully in the future we will be able to stay again.
Peter B.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Apr 2020
Thank you so very much for your wonderful review. I am delighted that you thoroughly enjoyed yourselves and found everything clean and orderly. Hopefully, next time the children will be able to enjoy the animal feeding in the mornings which is always the highlight of the day. We would love to see you again when you can manage another trip to Cornwall. Thank you :)
We had a lovely stay. the property was beautifully kept and very well equipped for a family.
Excellent. Children loved visiting the farm animals each morning and despite the weather we went out every day and the hostess Ruth's recommendations on where to visit was fabulous. We all had a great holiday.
Agnes S.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar 2020
Thank you for your lovely 5* review. I am delighted that you all had a great time and I know the children loved the animal feeding and the swimming pool. We look forward to seeing you all again when hopefully you can visit us here at Penquite Farm again. Thank you Ruth :)
Lovely break in a lovely place. The swimming pool and hot tub was a lovely bonus xx the hosts were really friendly and helpful. We were greeted with a lovely cream tea, bacon and sausages. Feeding the animals was a lovely experience and Tom the dog was a gorgeous four legged friend. Xx
Helen J.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2019
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