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Gorgeous, family friendly riverside cottage in the heart of Tamar River Valley

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2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi
Smart TV, DVD player, table football, ping pong
Smart TV, DVD player, table football, ping pong
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9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 770 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Hot tub
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill

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Yelverton, England
  • Place, Cotehele House and Gardens
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Tamar Valley
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, St. Mellion Golf Club
    ‪14 min drive‬

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A quaint, riverside family cottage nestled in the heart of Tamar River Valley
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
A quaint, riverside family cottage nestled in the heart of Tamar River Valley

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Gorgeous, family friendly riverside cottage in the heart of Tamar River Valley

Float away to sleep in this historic hideaway, originally built in the 1700s and now transformed into a picture-perfect escape to the comforts of the countryside. Driftwood Cottage’s combination of rustic character and modern cosiness makes it the ideal getaway for families, large groups and multi generational fans of the good life!

The Driftwood Cottage features:
• Free unlimited wi-fi
• Free self check-in
• A warm welcome for your well-behaved dogs, for an extra £5 per night
• Optional cot for the youngest, at no charge
• Entertainment for the kids (including smart TV, radio, and board games)
• Complimentary milk and some of our fresh farm eggs! Plus a small selection of condiments, tea, coffee and sugar
• Fully outfitted kitchen
• Two bedrooms with en suite facilities, sleeps 7
• Fully secured garden with outdoor seating
• Private, off-road parking for two cars
• Complimentary washing machine, iron and ironing board
• Complimentary towels and bedding

You’ll have easy access to:
• Endless walks and hikes in the heart of a UNESCO World Heritage Site and UK Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty!
• Walk along the Tamara Way
• The Tamar River, for both riverside relaxation or day trips on your kayaks
• Unlimited fishing free of charge
• The nearby village of Bere Alston, including a Co-op food store, pharmacy, Butchers, a Post office with a range of cards and hardware and The Olde Plough pub!
• Bere Alston Railway Station, with regular, bi-hourly trains to Plymouth, for onward direct trains to Exeter, Bristol and London Paddington
• Direct ferry service across the River Tamar to Calstock, and from Plymouth
During your stay at this cottage, you'll be close to Tamar Valley. A hot tub, laundry facilities, and an arcade/game room are available. The cottage offers free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • The cottage offers a kitchen, a washing machine, and 1.5 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include laundry facilities and a car charging station
  • Onsite recreation includes tennis courts and a playground
  • 9 mi (14.4 km) from Dartmoor National Park and 5.5 mi (8.9 km) from The Garden House
As a guest of this cottage, you'll find a hot tub, barbecue grills, and an arcade/game room. The family-friendly cottage also features a garden and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Bere Ferrers cottage.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 5 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.
  • 3 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle parking
  • Boat
  • Foosball table
  • Kayak
  • Table tennis
  • Tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • Bicycle parking
  • Composting
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Unit size: 753 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Maximum 5 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.