Lower West Curry Cottage

Why you'll love staying here

Lower West Country Cottage is a beautifully appointed cottage set on a working farm in the small hamlet of West Curry, just off the road linking Launceston and Bude. Carefully restored while retaining its character and charm, it provides an idyllic base for couples or solo travellers looking to explore the stunning coast and countryside of Cornwall and Devon.

The period cottage is accessed via a quiet farm track winding through lush green fields, immediately setting the scene for a peaceful countryside escape. Whitewashed walls, slate floors, and thoughtfully chosen furnishings create a bright, airy, and welcoming atmosphere. Guests are greeted with a generous hamper including wine, flowers, and dog treats, along with a traditional cream tea with freshly baked scones, homemade jam, and thick Cornish clotted cream. The owner can also prepare a home-cooked meal for your arrival, allowing you to relax without worrying about cooking on your first evening.

The heart of the home is the spacious kitchen, fitted with sleek white cabinetry with plenty of storage, butcher’s block worktops, a traditional Belfast sink, and a full range of modern appliances, ensuring everything is on hand for preparing meals. A dining table provides the perfect setting for hearty breakfasts and intimate suppers, while an adjacent utility room with basin and WC adds extra convenience.

Flooded with natural light from patio doors that frame lovely views across the garden and surrounding farmland, the sitting room offers plenty of comfortable seating centred around an electric wood-burner-effect stove. It’s an inviting space to unwind at the end of the day, feet up with a glass of wine while watching a film.

Upstairs, a cosy bedroom sits beneath gently sloping ceilings, with a comfortable bed dressed in crisp linens, is a peaceful retreat where mornings begin with birdsong. A contemporary shower room with a sleek walk-in shower completes the accommodation.

Outside, a lawned garden with a patio is a lovely spot for al fresco dining or simply relaxing while taking in the far-reaching moorland views. Bird feeders attract dozens of species throughout the day, while bats can often be seen flitting across the sky at dusk.

The farm is home to a range of animals including pigs, cows, sheep, chickens, geese, and ducks. Guests are warmly invited to get involved at feeding time for an authentic taste of rural life, and children will delight in meeting newborn piglets and lambs in spring.

Keen field sports enthusiasts are welcome to bring their dogs, and shooting can be arranged through the owners during the season if required.
Nearby Launceston has a rich heritage with elegant Georgian architecture centred around a market square. It is dominated by the ruins of a Norman castle overlooking the town, and offers a good selection of traditional pubs and independent shops.