The Smithy

The Smithy is a one-bedroom accessible cottage in Blisland village, sitting beside Pendrift House on the western edge of Bodmin Moor. It sleeps two and holds a 4-star rating across 89 guest reviews on Sykes - a consistent track record that makes it a reliable choice for couples wanting a quiet moorland base. The cottage name reflects its working past as part of a traditional farm complex.

Inside, the single bedroom and bathroom are ground-floor and step-free, making the cottage one of the more genuinely accessible rural lets on the moor. An open fire provides warmth through the cooler months. The kitchen has a dishwasher and the property includes a washing machine, wifi, and parking. The enclosed garden is a useful feature for dogs, which are welcome throughout. There is no wood-burning stove, pool, or EV charging.

Blisland is built around one of the few village greens in Cornwall, with the Norman church of St Protus and St Hyacinth and the multi-award-winning Blisland Inn a short walk away. The moorland starts immediately east of the village - the Jubilee Rock on De Lank Downs is about a mile away, and walking routes lead toward Rough Tor at 6 miles. The north coast is accessible in about 30 minutes by car: Tregardock Beach is around 7.3 miles, and Port Gaverne approximately 7.4 miles. The Camel Trail cycling route can be joined at Wenfordbridge, 2 miles north.

Good for: couples wanting a quiet moor base with accessible facilities, dog owners, walkers, and Blisland Inn regulars. Less suited to guests needing sea access without a car.