Kingfisher Barn Lakes, St Giles-on-the-Heath is a characterful barn conversion perfectly positioned on the Devon-Cornwall border, offering the best of both rural tranquility and coastal adventure. The light-filled living room, featuring exposed stonework and vaulted ceilings, creates a welcoming space with comfortable seating and a Smart TV for cosy evenings in. The well-equipped kitchen area includes an electric oven and hob, microwave, dishwasher, and washing machine, with everything needed to prepare meals at your leisure.
Step outside and relax on the enclosed front terrace with garden furniture and a charcoal barbecue, ideal for alfresco dining on warm summer evenings, whilst soaking in the views across seven acres of private grounds. Two carp-stocked lakes offer complimentary fishing opportunities, and a peaceful paddock where sheep graze completes the idyllic rural scene. The shared games room provides entertainment with a football table and darts board, whilst the adjacent utility area offers additional freezer space and tumble dryer access. Upstairs, the beautifully styled bedroom offers a super-king-size bed beneath exposed beams and a skylight perfect for stargazing, with stunning countryside views through the window and an additional day bed for smaller guests.
Picture mornings with coffee on the sunny side terrace, the gentle sounds of countryside life drifting across the fields. Spend leisurely days casting your line into the tranquil lakes, or venture out to discover dramatic coastal paths and ancient legends. As evening settles, return to your peaceful retreat, perhaps firing up the barbecue whilst the sun sets over the Devon hills, before curling up beneath the stars visible through your bedroom skylight.
Kingfisher Barn Lakes, St Giles-on-the-Heath places you perfectly for exploring both Cornwall and Devon's finest treasures. Hidden Valley Discovery Park in Tredidon (8 km) delights families with interactive puzzle trails winding through mysterious mansion grounds and enchanting gardens, offering hours of adventure and discovery. Jamaica Inn in Bolventor (20 km) brings smuggling history vividly to life with its fascinating museum housed within this ancient moorland hostelry, where you can also enjoy hearty dining and comfortable accommodation steeped in atmosphere. The Tamar Valley trail (21 km) stretches 56 kilometres from Plymouth to Launceston, guiding you through spectacular Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty past historic quays, atmospheric mining ruins, and diverse wildlife habitats along this scenic riverside route. Tintagel Castle (30 km) rises dramatically from rugged clifftops, its legendary ruins connected by a striking modern footbridge, where Arthurian legends come alive amid breathtaking coastal panoramas and crashing Atlantic waves.
Venture further to discover more of Cornwall's captivating attractions. Padstow Brewing Co in Padstow (46 km) welcomes beer enthusiasts with engaging brewery tours and guided tastings showcasing their award-winning craft beers, all produced using traditional methods and innovative recipes. Wheal Martyn Clay Works in Carthew (47 km) reveals Cornwall's fascinating china clay heritage through beautifully preserved machinery and informative displays set within peaceful parkland, offering insight into the industry that shaped this landscape. Lost Gardens of Heligan in Pentewn (54 km) enchants visitors with its remarkable restoration story, where Victorian productive gardens meet subtropical jungle valleys, wildlife projects, and kilometres of atmospheric woodland paths creating an utterly magical experience.
The vibrant seaside resort of Bude lies 24 kilometres away, where award-winning golden beaches meet dramatic clifftop walks and excellent surf breaks, alongside charming independent shops and welcoming cafés serving locally caught seafood. The historic clay mining town of St Austell is a 48-kilometre drove. It serves as a gateway to the world-famous Eden Project, whilst its town centre offers Georgian architecture, thriving markets. The fascinating Charlestown harbour with its tall ships and maritime heritage, ensuring your rural retreat provides easy access to coastal adventures and cultural discoveries.
