Ground floor:
Open-plan kitchen and dining room
Utility room with basin and WC
Sitting room
First floor:
Bedroom with king-size bed
Shower room with walk-in shower, basin, and WC
Calor gas central heating
Electric cooker with induction hob, microwave, kettle, toaster, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher,
WiFi
TV with Freeview, DVD player, 4K Blu-ray player, books, games and DVDs
Fuel and power
Bed linen and towels
Welcome hamper with a cream tea
Covered off road parking which for two cars
EV charging point available with costs payable to the owner
Enclosed garden with patio, furniture, and bird feeders
Children and infants welcome
Four well-behaved dogs welcome; a small charge applies
Dog treats and towels provided
Dog kennels available
Strictly no smoking
Shooting can be arranged during the season
A single sofa bed is available - there is a charge for this and will need to be requested via the owner before arrival
A meal can be provided and left in the fridge for your arrival
Food deliveries are available at this postcode
Local farm shop and The Stumble Inn 1 mile, larger village shop 3 miles
Dog friendly beach Black Rock at Widemouth 10 miles away
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.
For a taste of wild Cornwall, head to the rugged landscapes of Bodmin Moor, renowned for its prehistoric ritual sites, ancient stone circles and settlements, dramatic granite tors, including Brown Willy, Cornwall’s highest point, and iconic landmarks such as Jamaica Inn, immortalised in Daphne du Maurier’s novel of the same name. The moor is also rich in wildlife, home to rare butterflies, unique mosses, ground-nesting birds and birds of prey, alongside free-roaming sheep, cattle, and ponies.
Cornwall is famed for having some of the best beaches in the country. Surfers flock to Fistral Beach, where Atlantic swells can reach impressive heights, while Carbis Bay offers a beautiful stretch of golden sand and calm, clear waters ideal for swimming, paddleboarding, and kayaking. All along the Cornish coast you’ll find hidden coves perfect for a more secluded escape, such as Porthgwarra, a filming location for Poldark, and Portheras, where seals are often spotted bobbing in the waves. Nature lovers will be drawn to the unique geology of the Lizard Peninsula, a haven for rare plants and flowers, with a stunning coastline of sandy bays, dramatic rock formations, and sea caves.
There is no shortage of attractions to explore in Cornwall. Highlights include the Lost Gardens of Heligan, with its productive kitchen gardens, historic pleasure grounds, and lush jungle area, Tintagel Castle, a dramatic medieval fortress steeped in myth and legend and famously linked to King Arthur, and the Eden Project, where you can wander through the world’s largest indoor rainforest, stroll past citrus groves and ancient olive trees, and explore 20 acres of outdoor gardens focused on food, fuel, medicine, and materials.
With its rich heritage of fishing, tin mining, and smuggling, Cornwall is a rewarding destination at any time of year. Food lovers will be spoilt for choice, with everything from relaxed harbourside seafood restaurants to Michelin-starred dining. And no visit would be complete without a freshly-baked Cornish pasty or a traditional cream tea – jam first, of course!
Distances are calculated “as the crow flies”, so actual driving, cycling, and walking distances may differ.
