Oleaster

Oleaster is a 4-bedroom lodge in Rock sleeping 8, positioned on a corner plot just off Rock Road with a large enclosed garden. Driveway parking for three cars, a garage for bikes and boards, and a heated outdoor shower make it one of the more practical large-group options in this part of north Cornwall.

The layout runs to 2 king-size bedrooms, 1 double, and 1 twin across 2 bathrooms - one shower room with WC, one bathroom with shower and WC - plus a separate WC. The garden has a patio for outdoor dining and a BBQ, plus an outdoor shower - useful after beach days. Inside, wifi, parking for multiple vehicles, a dishwasher, and a washing machine are all included. One well-behaved dog is welcome.

Rock Beach is 1.5 miles away. Daymer Bay beach is close by - a sheltered estuary beach with calm, shallow water and year-round dog access. For surf, Polzeath is 2.3 miles away with a reliable beach break and surf schools on the sand. The water taxi from Rock to Padstow puts Rick Stein's restaurants and the harbour within easy reach without needing to drive. St Enodoc Golf Club, where John Betjeman is buried in the dunes church, is nearby. The Camel Trail cycling route picks up at Wadebridge, 4 miles away.

**Best for:** Families or groups of up to 8, dog owners, and anyone wanting the Padstow area without the Padstow prices.

**Less good for:** Couples or pairs looking for a smaller, more intimate space - the lodge is sized for groups, and pricing reflects that. Guests who need step-free access should check with the provider before booking.