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Stunning uninterrupted moorland views over lake and Rough Tor

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A table with a bottle of wine and a glass, set against a scenic backdrop of a lake and hills.
A stone building with a gravel driveway leading to a wooden structure.
A living room with a sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a view of a lake through large windows.
A hallway with a window, a door, and a radiator.
A stone cottage with a green ivy-covered wall, a wooden door, and a gravel driveway.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 1% of guest reviews in this area
Accommodating 2 guests, this cottage features 1 bedroom and a patio for outdoor relaxation. It offers opportunities for birdwatching, hiking, biking, and swimming. Located in a rural area near the sea, it provides access to attractions like the North Cornwall Museum and Bowood Park Golf Course.

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Firepit available
    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
1 bedroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue
  • Patio
  • Washing machine
  • Onsite parking available
  • Internet
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Advent
  • Place, Cornwall National Landscape
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Tintagel Castle
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Place, Eden Project
    ‪53 min drive‬
  • Airport, Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall)
    ‪56 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Stunning uninterrupted moorland views over lake and Rough Tor

Mabel's Cottage offers a delightful rural retreat located on the edge of the moors and yet is only a few miles from the beautiful North Cornish coastline. The well known Port Isaac, Tintagel and Boscastle are all close by, along with the beautiful beach at Trebarwith Strand, and wonderful walks such as the Camel trail and St Necten's Glen to name but a few!
Climb the Tor, meet the local sheep, cows, chickens and ponies, listen to the birdsong. We have swallows nesting in the summer and the famous starling murmurations fly overhead twice a day from mid October until early spring. A real sight to behold.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:30 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

Important information

You need to know

Property # 8379125
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
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

Camelford

Located in Camelford, this cottage is in a rural area and by the sea. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Cornwall National Landscape and St Nectan's Glen, while North Cornwall Museum and Cornwall at War Museum are cultural highlights. Camelford Leisure Centre and Pengenna Pasties are also worth visiting. Sailing and surfing/body boarding offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby.
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Advent

What's nearby

  • Cornwall National Landscape - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Tintagel Castle - 28 min drive - 16.1 km
  • Polzeath Beach - 33 min drive - 25.2 km
  • Eden Project - 53 min drive - 44.8 km
  • Watergate Bay Beach - 57 min drive - 53.4 km

Getting around

  • Bugle Station - 30 min drive
  • Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jamaica Inn - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪King Arthur's Arms - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Pengenna Pasties - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Sea View Farm Shop - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Ye Olde Malthouse - ‬18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Stunning uninterrupted moorland views over lake and Rough Tor pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Stunning uninterrupted moorland views over lake and Rough Tor?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Stunning uninterrupted moorland views over lake and Rough Tor?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stunning uninterrupted moorland views over lake and Rough Tor?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Stunning uninterrupted moorland views over lake and Rough Tor located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Cornwall National Landscape and within 3 miles (5 km) of North Cornwall Museum and Bowood Park Golf Course. Camelford Leisure Centre is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 163 out of 169 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 169 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 169 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 169 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 169 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful surroundings. Great hosts
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mark & I, enjoyed everything about our stay, the cream tea,beautiful cottage(loved the hares),comfortable bed,peaceful, with restful views Just perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay at this beautiful lakeside cottage. Wendy and John were fantastic hosts, friendly, welcoming, and incredibly accommodating throughout our visit. The garden and sun room were especially lovely, providing a peaceful and tranquil space to relax and enjoy the surroundings. The location by the lake made for a perfect countryside retreat, and we would happily stay again. Highly recommended!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a beautiful relaxing place to stay. Wendy and John were very welcoming and shared information from the nearest place to buy supplies to beautiful beaches and a fantastic place to eat with a wonderful view. Mabel’s Cottage has everything you could need, it is spotlessly clean, is beautifully decorated, but for me the view was the winner. I wish I could start every day sat out with a coffee, sharing quiet time with the squirrel who was cleaning up what the birds had dropped from the feeder. We will definitely be returning.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage with spectacular views.Cottage is very clean and has everything you need. Wendy and John are excellent hosts.Lots of places to visit in the local area
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View from rear of cottage
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely peaceful stay

Lovely place to stay, very peaceful location, amazing views, great hosts.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mabel Cottage is delightful. Cosy and beautifully clean with gorgeous views of Rough Tor and the lake. Wendy and John were great hosts and very responsive to our queries. Thoroughly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful stay

Lovely and stunning views!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Dec 2022
Many thanks for your feedback, so glad you enjoyed your stay John and Wendy.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The hosts Wendy & John are very friendly and helpful, whilst also respecting your privacy.The property is the cleanest property we have ever stayed in. The views of the lake and surrounding areas from Mabel’s Cottage are breathtaking. You feel the peace and tranquility as soon as you arrive The property is very well equipped with everything you need for your stay along with delicious scones upon arrival baked by Wendy. We stayed for 9 nights and were sad to leave, Mabel’s Cottage had become a home away from home.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Really lovely stay

Very comfortable cottage with the most amazing views. John and Wendy are lovely hosts, very helpful and accommodating.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 13 June 2024
Thank you for you comments, much appreciated. Thank you once again for choosing Mabel’s, it was nice to have met you both. John and Wendy
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had such an incredible time at Mabel’s cottage. It’s the perfect getaway to walks and incredible views. Wendy and John were so welcoming and the cottage exceeded all expectations. We will definitely be recommending it to our friends and family. Thank you so much Wendy and John! We cannot wait to return!!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay

Its a great property, very peaceful.Very clean
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely short break

Comfortable, excellent location and well equipped. Warm reception from kind, considerate owners, altogether a relaxing, joyful stay and one we'd like to repeat.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 29 May 2021
Thank you for your kind words. So glad you enjoyed your stay here, you will always be welcome back, Bryn (our puppy dog) would be happy to see you both again too. John and Wendy.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing place

What a thoroughly delightful place to stay. The cottage has excellent facilities and is in a beautiful and relaxing area. John and Wendy were fab hosts, we would certainly visit again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Dec 2022
Thank you so much for your lovely review. Was lovely to have met you both. John and Wendy.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cannot recommend this place enough. If you're hesitating on booking - just do it! The location is incredible, the place is impeccably cleaned, and Wendy and John are the perfect hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Brilliant Stay

Wonderful property with excellent views. Communication very good and our hosts went above and beyond to help us - which was very much appreciated!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 July 2022
Thank you for your feedback Karen, was nice to have met you both. Glad that your car got sorted without to much waiting around. Hope to see you both again one day. John and Wendy.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely cottage, spotlessly clean and well fitted out!

Great lovely views from garden!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Dec 2022
Many thanks Melanie, was nice to have met you both again. John and Wendy.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A perfect hideaway!

The property is lovingly decorated and set up, with everything you could need to have a relaxed getaway from the world for a few days! The hosts are delightfully friendly and welcoming, we will definitely be back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great views.

We had a wonderful stay in Mabel's cottage. It is very well equiped and super cosy and comfy. We enjoyed the great views from the conservatory.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely gorgeous, although the weather was terrible it was lovely being able to sit in the conservato
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We spent a wonderful week in John and Wendy's lovely cottage.Our - already high - expectations have even been exceeded.The place was very well equipped and immaculately clean.The interior and decorations have been chosen with great taste.The location is simply amazing, superb views and a quiet surrounding, only interrupted by chirping birds.John and Wendy, who had even provided cream tea on our arrival, were always happy to give helpful information, if asked for it.In fact, we felt so comfortable, that we didn't mind the least bit not to leave the cottage for two days due to bad weather.We'll definitely return and stay longer that time.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect spot to rest and relax

We loved Mabel’s Cottage, beautifully set up with amazing views towards Rough Tor. Add to this the welcome by John and Wendy and you have the perfect spot to do as much or as little as you wish.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Dec 2022
Thank you for such a lovely review, much appreciated. Glad you had a wonderful time and hope to see you again. John and Wendy.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The cottage

excellent in every way possible
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cosy and beautifully equipped

Peaceful, cosy and has everything you need for a short escape from the world!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Christmas break

Absolutely beautiful place to stay. The property was absolutely stunning location and views were amazing. The hosts John&Wendy were really lovely and helpful. We loved it so much we will be returning in the new year.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Dec 2022
Thank you both Rob and Becci. Was lovely to have met you both. Thank you for your lovely comments in our guest book and on this site, it means so much to us, so glad you enjoyed your stay. Wishing you a happy new year and hope to see you both again. John and Wendy.

About the host

Hosted by John and Wendy

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Why they chose this property

From the minute we saw this 150 year old converted barn we fell in love with it. We really do have the best of both worlds.. from the stunning views over Roughtor, lake and moorland, to the close proximity of the rugged north Cornish coastline with its quaint fishing villages and wonderful surfing beaches.
If it is a peaceful and quiet retreat you are looking for then Mabel's Cottage is the place to be.
We love it here and hope you will too.

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