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Beautiful family/dog friendly cottage - rural setting & Country Club membership.

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Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
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2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 47.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Beautiful family/dog friendly cottage - rural setting & Country Club membership.

Skyber Cottage is a sunny, well equipped, spacious cottage for 4 people (+ cots & highchair on request) with 2 superking size or twin bedrooms & 2 modern shower rooms (one ensuite). There is a fully equipped kitchen with a fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, oven & hob, a microwave plus everything needed for a self catering holiday. There is a separate dining area and a spacious lounge with leather sofas. There are digital TV's in the lounge and bedrooms, and there is free internet access.

Located on the edge of the beautiful Tamar Valley National Landscape, Rowse Farm is a 17th century Grade II listed farmhouse set in 40 peaceful acres of pasture, woodland & streams, with 3 holiday cottages. The Weary Friar pub is a short walk away and serves lovely pub food. There are many other local places to eat just a short drive away.
Also within striking distance of Rowse are some of the West Country's best attractions - the Eden Project, the Lost Gardens of Heligan, the National Maritime Museum, the National Marine Aquarium in Plymouth, beaches on both North & South coasts of Cornwall, the Moors, the National Trust houses at Cotehele, Antony, Saltram & Lanhydrock. The historic coastal villages of Looe & Polperro are also nearby. There are too many local walks to list here, but a few of our favourites are along the coastal path from Rame Head to Cawsand and the beautiful National Trust's Lansallos Cove, which is dog friendly all year round.

Cornwall's rugged coastline and quaint villages are the backdrop for many Films, TV series and books. Take time out to explore the literary world of Rosamunde Pilcher, shooting locations for Poldark, Doc Martin and Beyond Paradise, to name a few.

Guests also have complimentary membership to the China Fleet Country Club and are welcome to make use of their Health Club facilities and golf. Additional charges apply.

If you require a special break, please contact the owners directly.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 9:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
4 Adults or 2 adults and 2 children
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
1 small/medium, well behaved dog
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Dogs are not allowed on sofas or beds and must not be left unattended in the cottage.

Important information

You need to know

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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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

About the area

Saltash

Saltash is home to this cottage. Elliott's Grocery Store Museum and Devonport Playhouse are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Calstock Arts Centre and Port Eliot House and Gardens. Adrenalin Quarry and Kartworld are also worth visiting.
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Saltash, England

What's nearby

  • St. Mellion Golf Club - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Dartmoor National Park - 21 min drive - 22.8 km
  • National Marine Aquarium - 22 min drive - 22.3 km
  • Eden Project - 49 min drive - 55.5 km
  • Tintagel Castle - 65 min drive - 69.5 km

Getting around

  • Saltash Station - 18 min drive
  • Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall) - 69 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Ploughboy - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Rod & Line Inn - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Weary Friar Inn - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Compton Park - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful family/dog friendly cottage - rural setting & Country Club membership. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Beautiful family/dog friendly cottage - rural setting & Country Club membership.?

As of 30 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Beautiful family/dog friendly cottage - rural setting & Country Club membership. on 8 July 2026 start from AU$328, 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.

How much is parking at Beautiful family/dog friendly cottage - rural setting & Country Club membership.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful family/dog friendly cottage - rural setting & Country Club membership.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful family/dog friendly cottage - rural setting & Country Club membership.?

Checkout is at 9:30 AM.

Where is Beautiful family/dog friendly cottage - rural setting & Country Club membership. located?

Situated in Saltash, this cottage is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from St. Mellion Golf Club and within 6 miles (10 km) of Tamar Valley and Dupath Well. Cotehele House and Gardens and Kit Hill Country Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

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10/10

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9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

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Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage was wonderful, clean, cozy and well equipped. We very much enjoyed the rural setting. Kristy and Barry are magnificent hosts, responding quickly to any requests. They have prepared guest books with tons of suggestions on local things to do. We stayed there 2 weeks and felt right at home. We highly recommend this venue.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Janette H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
An amazing place to stay! The cottage is beautiful. Everything is so well thought out. Kirsty and Barry, the hosts are such lovely people, very helpful, kind and friendly. The land around for dog walking is just incredible. I cant think of a better place to spend a week with my dog who had a fabulous time!!.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Aidan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ab

Family break, lovely hosts and beautiful location
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Archival

10/10 Excellent

caroline H.

Beautiful setting and peaceful

A wonderful time in a beautiful setting. The house was well equipped and the beds were comfortable. We were returning to the area, lots of local beauty spots, Whitesand bay, Kit Hill and Seaton, to name but a few.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2017
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10/10 Excellent

Kathryn P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay at Rowse Farm with a warm welcome, cream tea and peaceful beautiful views. The 2 equally large bedrooms with their own shower rooms at either end of the comfortable kitchen diner and lounge were well supplied to self cater with home comforts of a great hotel supplied ( toiletries, hair drier washing machine etc). Barry and Kirsty were lovely knowledgeable hosts offering recommendations and an information pack. We'd happily go again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Anthony W.

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Summer break

Location is perfect for exploring. Lots of places within an hour with the added bonus of a Michelin starred restaurant a 5 min drive! The bakery is well worth a visit. Grounds to the accommodation are great. The cottage has everything you need, with the beds in the master bedroom being the comfiest we have slept on for a long while! The owners are very friendly and accommodating and their suggestions list was superb. We worked through a large portion of them with enough to warrant a second visit soon! Would highly recommend the cottage, loxwtoon and the owners! Superb break!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful cottage

This place is stunning! The cottage is immaculate, very clean and tidy. Great Covid processes too which made us feel incredibly safe, especially as we have family members who need to shield. Genuinely do not have any negative feedback - Barry & Kirsty are very welcoming and friendly and provide great knowledge of the area. Lovely little touches in the cottage make it even more comfortable - thick fluffy bath towels, flowers on the dining table, all make this a lovely place to call home during your stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Karen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect setting

We took our friends on holiday to give them a break and it was the perfect location as a base we took them to many parts of Cornwall and in the evenings it was so peaceful and relaxing Barry and Kirsty were great very welcoming and a knowledge of things to do and places to go
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Cristi R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great time spent at Rowse

We had a great time. The location was great, and accommodation perfect. Not to mention Barry and Kirsty, awesome hosts.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Jenny L.

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Pillaton perfection

Beautifully appointed holiday cottage,close to major routes to the coast.I met up with an old friend and with relatives from Devon and Cornwall and spent a lovely week going down « Memory Lane ! »Barry and Kirsty could not have been more friendly or helpful.Highly recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
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10/10 Excellent

lynn c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place!

Wonderful property, fantastic hosts, and spotlessly clean. Brilliant location, we had a perfect holiday.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Graham M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Delightful stay at Skyber Cottage at Pillerton

We were really pleased that we stayed at this beautiful 2 bed property at Pillerton. The hosts, Barry and Kirsty were very efficient with the booking process and follow up emails giving us valuable background information before we even arrived. They greeted us very warmly on arrival and took the time to explain how everything worked and were very knowledgeable on local places to visit, the local beaches, pubs and the back roads! The whole cottage was exceptionally clean and what a nice touch to add a vase of garden flowers on the table , along with a tray for tea and scones with cream and jam. - just what we needed after a long drive. Its the little touches that count and make an extra special stay - the fluffy white towels, nice toiletries, spare loo paper, dvd's to watch, local maps, books and radio (take your own cd's). The beds were amazingly comfortable and the linen so clean and fresh. The information booklet for the cottage was very useful and I think they included everything you could ask for in the local area. The kitchen was well equipped and the garden was delightful - nice and private with table, chairs and loungers. There was even a washing line and drying facilities inside for our wet towels and costumes. We did go to the Leisure Centre close by and had free entry for a swim, sauna and steam, plus a discounted lunch afterwards - do book ahead as it gets busy on a Saturday with swimming lessons. A great treat for a rainy day. All in all, a really lovely relaxing holiday - we wanted peace and quiet and that's exactly what we got - we would definitely recommend this property and the hosts were so friendly and helpful - we will definitely visit again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Karen F.

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Beautiful cottage, very welcoming owners

The cottage was perfect, 2 beds, 2 shower rooms, spacious living area and all you needed in a holiday kitchen. Kirsty and Barry were very welcoming and full of helpful information on the local area. Great spot for seeing lots of Cornwall. We managed to visit the local beaches of Seaton and Freethy, Looe and Polperro, Newquay, Padstow, The Eden Project, Adrenaline quarry (a must with kids), Plymouth Barbican and Bodmin, all within an hour or less from the the cottage. Great family break, thank you to Rowse Farm Cottages
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Tristan P.

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Lovely stay away from home

The cottage was spotless and very Covid safe, Barry and Kirsty were lovely very welcoming. Our holiday was very relaxed, peaceful with amazing views and woodland walks. I was very nervous being away from home for the first time but I felt very safe thank you
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

john t.

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2 week summer break

A really comfortable, clean property in a lovely peaceful location. Great hosts and a warm welcome
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Julia H.

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Short Break in Cornwall

My family and I stayed at Rowse Farm towards the end of August. Its a lovely property with private garden and excellent views of surrounding valley. The weather was very mixed for the week with a couple of storms passing through. We still had a couple of sunny days /afternoons on the beach. The hosts were friendly and helpful and always on hand if you needed them. Can recommend this property for a relaxing holiday. There are pubs in the area to eat out at and Eat out to Help Out was on for August.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
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10/10 Excellent

bill l.

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Lovely hideaway

Really lovely setting burrowed down one of Cornwall’s many narrow lanes with banked sides - with the sunlight dappled by the trees, driving down and up the little valley was quite romantic! Set about halfway down the valley from Pillaton, it’s secluded but easy to get to Plymouth, the coast, Bodmin, I won’t go on...... Couldn’t ask for a cleaner cottage Or easier going and chatty hosts, Barry and Kirsty are very welcoming and full of enthusiasm and information. We were a family with an 11 and 15 year old and, even with a fair amount of rain and wind, there was plenty to do with tree top course, archery, zip wire and karting all nearby. Looking forward to camping up the Taymar but winds put paid to that unfortunately. Easy reach of the Eden Project and Lost Gardens if Heligan and Wenbury but there were plenty of places we could have gone to but didn’t have time. Plenty of places to eat - Foreign Muck in Saltash had a great atmosphere and food (massive portions) but we lived the short walk up to the Weary Friar in Pillaton as no designated driver required :-) We cooked in three times though as the kitchen is great and the table enough for four to eat and play cards. All in all, hugely recommended and I haven’t even mentioned the view over to the Saltash suspension bridge and the walk through the woods at the bottom of the farm (with specially designed bridge!), many local walks and the utter peace tranquility.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Björn D.

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Simply perfect!

All in all a very cosy, quiet and well equipped cottage! A superbe host made it perfect...highly recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stefan P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Stille im Paradies

hervorragendes Ferienhaus, stilvoll, mit sehr guter Ausstattung, in ruhiger Lage, dennoch gute Erreichbarkeit von Supermärkten, größeren Städten, z.B. Plymouth, und wunderbaren Landschaften. Jederzeit zum Abschalten zu empfehlen
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Rob W.

Idyllic bliss!

Fabulous stay at Rowse Farm which is a really tranquil and enjoyable spot. Accommodation was terrific - high quality and specification throughout and spotlessly clean. Hosts were very welcoming and always available if required, but left us to enjoy a restful break and the wonderful surroundings. One of the main appeals is that it's a little off the beaten track - that does mean it's a little drive to get anywhere but it's a price worth paying. Gym and spa membership at nearby China Fleet is an added bonus. Overall, we'd thoroughly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2016
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Kerstin J.

Schöne Herbstferien in Conrwall

Unseren Herbsturlaub vom 11.10.2010 bis 18.10.2010 haben wir im wunderschönen Cornwall im Cottage der Familie Martin verbracht. Neben einem spätsommerlichen Herbst bot das Cottage und die Umgebung alles was zu einem erholsamen Urlaub beiträgt. Den Vermietern, Sally und Andrew ( und Hund Bruno ;-) ein herzliches Dankeschön für die Gastfreundlichkeit. Elmar, Kerstin mit Manuel und Jana-Marie
Archival

10/10 Excellent

skyber

Wir haben zwei Wochen im Sommer 2009 in "Skyber" verbracht und uns sehr, sehr wohl gefühlt. Das Haus ist modern und sehr gut ausgestattet, auch in der Küche fehlt es an nichts. Auch an Regentagen kann man sich gemütlich im Haus aufhalten. Bei der Belegung mit zwei Paaren kommt man sich nicht ins Gehege, weil die Schlafzimmer mit dazugehörigem Duschbad jeweils rechts bzw. links vom Wohn-/ Essraum liegen. Der Vermieter ist freundlich, zurückhaltend, aber jederzeit erreichbar. Er hat an alles gedacht. Im nahen 4-Sterne Hotel St. Mellion kann man Schwimmbad, Sauna und Internet (in der Lobby) kostenlos nutzen. Die dazugehörigen beiden Golfplätze kann man als Mieter in Skyber mit 4 Personen kostenlos nutzen. Ein Paradies für Golger! Die Golfplätze sind sehr gepflegt und die teuersten der Gegend. Auch die Nähe zum Meer würde uns veranlassen, immer wieder in "Skyber" zu wohnen, wenn wir dort sind. Eine wirklich schöne Zeit!
Archival

8/10 Good

Beverley S.

A great family holiday!

Skyber was a very comfortable cottage for my family of 4. It was well situated for both the beach and surrouding countryside. We were made to feel very welcome, but had plenty of privacy too! A great place to stay would, recommend whole heartedly.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Skyber

We stayed in this wonderful property New Year 2008, it was clean, everything you could want and situated in a wonderful position. We have rented many properties from this site and this is in our top 5. Excellent.

About the host

Hosted by Barry & Kirsty

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After meeting on the "Clipper Round The World Yacht Race", and previously spending many years living in the busy cities of London and York, we decided to move to the relaxing West Country to enjoy a better lifestyle. After much research, we bought Rowse - a 400 year old farmhouse & estate. The previous owners had worked hard to restore it and it is now a beautiful home for us & our guests to enjoy. We have continued to improve the cottages and we are passionate about providing luxurious accommodation, to a high standard and with a homely feel that we ourselves would be happy to stay in. We have a number of guests who return to stay with us each year and we take great pride in welcoming both old and new guests to share in the beauty here at Rowse Farm.
We love to explore the local area and find new walks (both dog and non-dog friendly!), new pubs and cafés and new places to eat that we can then share with our guests. We thoroughly enjoy living in this special part of the country and we look forward to sharing it with our guests.

Why they chose this property

We fell in love with Rowse because of its secluded, peaceful location & its beautiful 40 acres of woods, pasture, streams & gardens. Often referred to as the "Forgotten Corner" South East Cornwall is one of Cornwall's best kept secrets. The stunning Rame Peninsula, the Tamar Valley, Bodmin and Dartmoor moors are all within easy reach, not to mention the historic Plymouth waterfront, the Hoe and narrow streets of the Barbican. We enjoy dog walking around Rowse and often take the short drive to Downderry Beach or Tregantle Beach in Whitsand Bay, which are dog friendly all year round. Siblyback Lake up on Bodmin moor isn't too far away and the yummy Olive & Co café there is a real treat!
We are confident that you will enjoy your stay at Rowse Farm and all the West Country has to offer!

What makes this property unique

Rowse Farm is surrounded by beautiful, peaceful countryside, ideal for exploring by foot or just kicking back and relaxing in the cottage gardens. Main road routes are only a short drive away, so a day out to the beaches at Seaton, Downderry and Whitsand Bay or trips to Cotehele House, Pentillie Castle, Lanhydrock and the Eden Project are all within easy reach. Rowse really does offer the best of both worlds - tranquility in and around the cottage, or the more populated beaches and visitor attractions. Lots of our guests enjoy a few days out and about and then balance it with a few days chilling out and enjoying the wildlife and seclusion that Rowse has to offer.

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