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A quaint, riverside family cottage nestled in the heart of Tamar River Valley

Riverfront cottage with kitchen and patio

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8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

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Yelverton, Devon
  • Place, Tamar Valley
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Calstock Arts Centre
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Cotehele House and Gardens
    ‪8 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Bere Ferrers

This cottage places you within a 15-minute drive of Morwellham Quay and The Garden House. The cottage includes a kitchen, a patio, and a fenced private yard.

What's nearby

  • Tamar Valley - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Calstock Viaduct - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Calstock Arts Centre - 7 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Limekiln Gallery - 7 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Cotehele House and Gardens - 8 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

  • Bere Alston Station - 14 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪The White Hart - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Tamar Inn - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪The Rifle Volunteer - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Compton Park - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪The Weary Friar Inn - ‬30 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

A quaint, riverside family cottage nestled in the heart of Tamar River Valley

Have you ever dreamed of a place where fairies flutter their wings, unicorns stand tall and proud, and elves play hide-and-seek in the garden? Then you must have been dreaming about the Unicorn Stable!

Set in the heart of the Tamar River Valley, the Unicorn Stable lets you transport yourself to another world of magic and comfort, with your own private garden just outside your window.
With its 4 beds across 2 bedrooms, a self-catering kitchen and a fully walk-in shower, the Unicorn Stable blends traditional Devon farm life with our renovation’s personal, handcrafted touch (including the king-size bed and the thatched doorway!).

Let your imagination run as wild as the river! The Unicorn Stable is the perfect, secluded retreat for families, large groups, seniors… a perfect excursion for just about everyone of all ages!

The Unicorn Stable 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, Amazon Alexa, and board games)
• Complimentary milk and some of our fresh farm eggs! Plus a small selection of condiments, tea, coffee and sugar
• Hand-crafted features, including the king-sized bed and thatched doorway
• Hand crafted stairs
• Private, off-road parking for two cars
• Laundry: Washing machine available on request.
• Complimentary towels and bedding
• Entertainment (including smart TV, Amazon Alexa and board games)

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 Inn!
• 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
The cottage is heated and features a kitchen and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a Smart TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fenced private yard, and an electric kettle.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • 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.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • 2 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle parking
  • Boat
  • Foosball table
  • Kayak
  • Table tennis
  • Tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating 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 food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Water-efficient toilets

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • 5 total pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do near this cottage?

This cottage is located in Bere Ferrers, close to Tamar Valley, Cotehele House and Gardens, and St. Mellion Golf Club. The Garden House is also within a driving distance of 5 mi.

Will I be able to park at this cottage?

Yes, there is accessible parking, electric car charging, and bicycle parking available.

Is this cottage next to a casino?

No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this cottage?

No, this cottage doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is a hot tub.

Is A quaint, riverside family cottage nestled in the heart of Tamar River Valley a good place to stay for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this riverfront cottage include a kitchen and a smart TV along with tennis.

Does A quaint, riverside family cottage nestled in the heart of Tamar River Valley have a hot tub?

Yes, guests can enjoy a spa tub at this cottage.

Does this cottage offer breakfast?

No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this cottage allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this cottage.

Does this cottage have connecting rooms?

No, this cottage doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at A quaint, riverside family cottage nestled in the heart of Tamar River Valley?

Yes, every accommodation at A quaint, riverside family cottage nestled in the heart of Tamar River Valley comes with a deck with some featuring water views.

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