Fern Pippin 4, Notter Mill Country Park, is a beautifully spacious lodge offering the perfect blend of countryside tranquillity and modern comfort. The well-equipped kitchen features an electric oven and hob, microwave, and fridge/freezer, creating the ideal space to prepare hearty family meals or pack delicious picnic lunches for your adventures. The open-plan lounge and dining area provides a wonderfully sociable heart to the lodge, where you can gather around the dining table or sink into comfortable seating while enjoying favourite programmes on the TV with Freeview beside the cosy open fire.
Step outside onto your private patio area, complete with garden furniture and your very own hot tub – the perfect spot to unwind and soak away the stresses of everyday life. The lodge boasts two inviting bedrooms: a generous king-size room with ample storage space and a cosy twin bedroom, both designed for restful nights. The family bathroom features a shower over the bath, ensuring convenience for all guests.
Picture yourself waking to the gentle sounds of the River Lynher flowing nearby, brewing your morning coffee while planning the day's adventures. Evenings bring the joy of bubbling in your private hot tub under starlit skies, sharing stories and creating precious memories with loved ones in this peaceful riverside haven.
Fern Pippin 4, Notter Mill Country Park, sits in an idyllic location that perfectly balances seclusion with accessibility to Cornwall's finest attractions. The complex itself offers wonderful shared facilities including an outdoor heated swimming pool (open from late May until early September), tennis court, and play areas, whilst the nearby village pub lies just a short stroll away. Mount Edgcumbe House and Country Park in Cremyll (11 km) provides historic parkland adventures by the sea, while the scenic Tamar Valley trail (13 km) offers a magnificent 35-mile route through an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Further afield, discover the dramatic ruins of Launceston Castle (24 km) with its thousand-year history and stunning views, or venture to the legendary Jamaica Inn on Bodmin Moor (25 km) with its smuggling tales and atmospheric dining.
For family thrills, Camel Creek Family Theme Park in Tredinnick (47 km) promises exciting rides including the Cornish Dragon roller coaster, along with adventure playgrounds and encounters with farm animals, ponies, and reptiles. Meanwhile, Fowey Aquarium (47 km) showcases fascinating Cornish marine life in beautifully designed tanks, featuring everything from colourful reef fish to local species like rays and sharks. Wine enthusiasts will delight in Trevibban Mill Vineyard (47 km) with its award-winning wines, guided tours through the picturesque vineyards, and tastings in their charming converted mill setting.
The historic town of Saltash is just a 6-kilometre drive away and offers delightful local charm with its independent shops, traditional pubs, and stunning views of the River Tamar, crowned by Brunel's magnificent Royal Albert Bridge. Further afield, the picturesque fishing village of Port Isaac (43 km) provides quintessential Cornish coastal beauty with its narrow cobbled streets tumbling down to a small harbour. Famous worldwide as the filming location for the beloved TV series Doc Martin, visitors can explore the iconic locations whilst enjoying fresh seafood, browsing local galleries, and soaking up the authentic atmosphere of this unspoilt fishing community.
