Waterloo Swallow Barn

Waterloo Swallow Barn is a two-bedroom accessible barn conversion within the Waterloo Courtyard farm complex on Bodmin Moor, near Hellescott and about 6 miles from Launceston. The property sleeps 4 in a king-size four-poster bed and a twin room, both with exposed beams. The ground-floor layout is fully accessible, and the bathroom has a waterfall shower over a bath. A patio terrace and enclosed garden extend the living space outside.

Shared on-site facilities include a heated outdoor pool open May to September, a games room, and a riverbank wildlife hide on the River Ottery. The courtyard setting means access to 2 miles of private riverside walks alongside the river. The setting suits those who want countryside space with a pool rather than a beach base - the nearest coast, at Millook Beach, is 15.1km away.

Widemouth Bay sits at 15.8km and Crackington Haven at 16.2km - both accessible for a day's beach visit on the North Cornwall coast. Launceston is the nearest market town, with a supermarket and Saturday market. Dogs are welcome, with one dog accepted and the riverside walks providing good off-lead ground away from livestock areas.

Suits a couple or small family wanting accessible countryside accommodation with shared leisure facilities. Good for walkers and those keen to explore inland Cornwall and Bodmin Moor. Not the right base if you need daily beach access. Changeover is flexible. Priced from £505 per week.