Located in St Austell, this guesthouse is near theme parks and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and Charlestown Beach, while Wheal Martyn China Clay Country Park and Charlestown Shipwreck and Heritage Centre are cultural highlights. Eden Project and St Austell Leisure Centre are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and horse riding nearby.
The New Taj Bangladeshi and Indian Cuisine - 4 min drive
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About this property
Beautiful Retreat for 2. Near Eden, Heligan & the coast.
Trip Advisor Certificate of Excellence. Located in a quiet wooded valley on the outskirts of St Austell town. This modern smoke & pet free studio is the perfect holiday retreat for 2 looking to experience the delightful Cornish Coast. The high vaulted ceiling with velux window and additional glazing to the front, creates a sense of volume, spaciousness and light. After a busy day, pour up a glass of wine, open the french doors, sit out on the patio and RELAX!....
Ideally situated on the beautiful South Coast, close to many beaches, coastal paths, woodland walks and attractions such as the Eden Project, Lost Gardens of Heligan, Charlestown (one of the famous film sets for Poldark), Pinetum Gardens, Mevagissey and Fowey. Just a 25 minute drive to Newquay and Truro and a 30 minute drive to Padstow. Anywhere you wish to visit during your holiday is within easy reach - St Ives, Falmouth, Penzance, Lands End, the Lizard, Port Isaac, Tintagel and Boscastle.
St Austell Town is just a short walk away and boasts a number of restaurants, a cinema and a variety of shops. With St Austell Brewery, famous for it’s “Proper Job” and “Tribute” Ales and “Korev” Lager also within walking distance. Nearby supermarkets include a Co-op, Asda, Lidl, Aldi, Tesco and Iceland.
Leave the car at home & travel by train or bus. Nearest train/bus station is just a 15 minute walk away with plenty of smaller bus stops along the way.
Great location for exploring the whole of Cornwall. Private, off-road parking. Friendly, local hosts!
PLEASE NOTE: * Maximum occupancy of 2 adults. Sorry, no infants or children. * The Retreat is located at the back of our property. Quiet and private with a lovely patio area. A real sun-trap! * No smoking or pets. * All adults must be 21 or over. * Parking for one car is available on our driveway. If travelling in a van/truck type vehicle you will be required to park on the road just outside the property (it’s a safe & quiet road). * Being in a valley, the WiFi can be a little temperamental at times.
* Pets live on the property.
House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children
Adults only
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Events
No events allowed
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Pets
No pets allowed
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
No smoking inside or outside the property.
Parking for one car is available on our driveway. If travelling in a larger vehicle you may be required to park on the road infront of the property.
Important information
You need to know
Property # 8231845
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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock
Frequently asked questions
Is Beautiful Retreat for 2. Near Eden, Heligan & the coast. pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Beautiful Retreat for 2. Near Eden, Heligan & the coast.?
As of 12 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Beautiful Retreat for 2. Near Eden, Heligan & the coast. on 14 July 2026 start from AU$169, 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 Retreat for 2. Near Eden, Heligan & the coast.?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Beautiful Retreat for 2. Near Eden, Heligan & the coast.?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Beautiful Retreat for 2. Near Eden, Heligan & the coast.?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Beautiful Retreat for 2. Near Eden, Heligan & the coast. located?
Situated on a river, this guesthouse is within 1 mile (2 km) of St Austell Brewery and St Austell Leisure Centre. Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and Wheal Martyn China Clay Country Park are also within 3 miles (5 km). St Austell Station is 18 minutes by foot and St Austell (USX-St Austell Train Station) is 18 minutes.
Beautiful Retreat for 2. Near Eden, Heligan & the coast. Reviews
Reviews
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Lovely cosy retreat, a home from home, well equipped with everything you would need. Central to lots of attractions/places to visit.
Booking was seamless and communication with Sam from start to end was great. Have no hesitation in recommending the River Valley Retreat.
Fantastic! This is the place to stay if you want to relax in a peaceful, quiet location. The walk to St. Austell is a lovely stroll and the town offers many restaurants. If you like Chinese food, Watermargin Restaurant is excellent. It is easy to catch a bus to the List Gardens of Heligan and the Eden Project. Direct train from London Paddington to St. Austell made the journey easy. The host, Sam and Simon are lovely people. All in all a really enjoyable stay.
Das Zimmer mit Bad hat alles, was man braucht. Es ist funktional und doch schön eingerichtet. Perfekt für zwei. Wir haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt. Einziges Minus war die Matratze, die schon deutliche Verschleißerscheinungen hatte.Trotzdem ein klares: Empfehlenswert.
Beautifully styled and equipped. Had everything we needed and more. Private grounds and never woken or disturbed by anyone or anything. Sam and Simon have got this spot on.
This was place is as outlined in the pictures. Spotlessly clean, very modern and everything seems brand new and out of the box. The place isn’t the largest but doesn’t have to be any bigger as whoever designed it did so fantastically using ever inch to its full potential. We stayed early Sept and it can get cold of an evening however we had the use of the heating which we didn’t use. Excellent, fantastic, 100% would book again if Sam would have us!