Crabbe Cottage, Poughill is a charming two-bedroom retreat nestled on the edge of a peaceful village, perfectly positioned for exploring Cornwall's dramatic north coast. The welcoming open-plan lounge, kitchen and dining area forms the heart of the cottage, where you can relax on comfortable sofas before a crackling wood burner or gather around the dining table after days spent exploring. The well-equipped kitchen features an electric oven and hob, dishwasher, washing machine, fridge with icebox, and microwave. Upstairs, two comfortable bedrooms provide peaceful accommodation: a double bedroom and a twin room with its own TV / DVD player. A family bathroom with shower over bath completes the practical layout.
Outside, the large enclosed garden is a real highlight, offering far-reaching views across the countryside to the shimmering Atlantic beyond. The spacious decked area, complete with garden furniture and charcoal barbecue, provides the perfect spot for alfresco dining while children and dogs play safely in the generous lawn. With ample off-road parking and a public footpath leading across fields to the local pub, this traditional Cornish cottage combines rural tranquillity with excellent coastal access.
Picture mornings with coffee on the terrace, breathing in the fresh Atlantic air as views sweep across rolling farmland to the distant sea. Spend your days exploring dramatic clifftops on the South West Coast Path, discovering sheltered coves and golden beaches, or wandering through ancient woodland. As evening falls, perhaps stroll across the fields to the village pub, then return to your peaceful retreat to gather around the wood burner, recounting the day's coastal adventures.
Crabbe Cottage, Poughill is beautifully placed to discover the treasures of Cornwall's spectacular north coast. Bude Canal in Bude (3 km) offers fascinating guided walks led by the Bude Canal & Harbour Society, showcasing historic sea locks, traditional wharves, and beautifully preserved canal artefacts that bring Victorian engineering to life. Hidden Valley Discovery Park in Tredidon (24 km) delights families with interactive puzzle trails winding through enchanting gardens, leading to a mysterious mansion that sparks imagination in visitors of all ages. Tintagel Castle in Tintagel (26 km) commands the clifftops with breathtaking coastal views, its ancient ruins steeped in Arthurian legend and connected by a dramatic modern footbridge that spans the windswept chasm below. Jamaica Inn in Bolventor (32 km) stands atmospheric on Bodmin Moor, this legendary smuggling inn combining charming accommodation with a unique museum celebrating Cornwall's smuggling heritage and serving hearty meals in atmospheric surroundings.
Venture further to uncover more of Cornwall's finest attractions. Padstow Brewing Co in Padstow (46 km) welcomes visitors to explore their multi award-winning craft brewery through engaging tours and expert-led tastings, showcasing the skill and passion behind their distinctive range of Cornish beers. The Camel Trail, running between Wenfordbridge, Bodmin, Wadebridge and Padstow (48 km), follows a scenic disused railway line through picturesque countryside, offering gentle cycling and walking routes with stunning views of rivers, ancient woodlands, and charming villages dotted throughout the peaceful Cornish landscape. Bodmin Jail in Bodmin (50 km) provides a genuinely atmospheric journey through Georgian and Victorian crime and punishment, featuring guided heritage tours, spine-tingling paranormal experiences, and fascinating interactive exhibitions that bring Cornwall's darker history vividly to life.
The picturesque fishing village of Port Isaac is a 36-kilometre drive, Traditional cottages tumble down steep lanes to a working harbour, famous as the filming location for the beloved television series Doc Martin. The village offers excellent seafood restaurants alongside stunning coastal scenery. The historic market town of Liskeard sits 44 kilometres away. Perfectly positioned between the wild heights of Bodmin Moor and Cornwall's gentler south coast, it combines independent shops and local markets with easy access to both moorland walks and sheltered beaches, ensuring your Cornish holiday offers the perfect balance of coastal adventure and countryside exploration.
