Treverbyn Vean Lodge

Treverbyn Vean Lodge is a Grade II listed detached house for eight in the Glynn Valley near St Neot, with four bedrooms and two bathrooms. The building retains Gothic windows, arched doorways, and beamed ceilings across nearly an acre of garden with private access to the River Loveny for fishing.

The period character carries through inside: wood-burning stoves sit in both the living and dining rooms, and the kitchen is fully fitted with dishwasher and washing machine. Bathrooms have been recently refurbished. Wi-Fi runs throughout. Dogs are welcome. The lodge arrives with a homemade welcome cake on arrival - a detail that accounts for the 9.3 rating from 40 reviews.

The garden runs down to the river where fishing rights are included; the resident peacock Percy is frequently spotted on the grounds. Parking is on site. The lodge can also be booked alongside its neighbour, The Stable, for combined capacity of up to 14 guests.

St Neot sits on the southern edge of Bodmin Moor, known for 15th-century stained glass windows in the parish church. Cardinham Woods - with waymarked mountain-bike trails and a cafe - is a short drive. The Eden Project is around 7 miles by road. The A38 gives quick access to Looe and Fowey on the south coast.

Best for families or groups wanting a characterful rural base with outdoor space, river access, and easy reach of both coasts. Less good for guests needing beach access from the door - the south coast is at least 20 minutes' drive.