Welcome to Meadowside . . .
Our detached self catering converted barn.

• Central heating and woodburning stove.
• Private garden.
• Spacious, safe, level parking.
• Direct level access onto open moorland.
• Close to nature - Rich in wildlife and natural history.
• Explore ancient archaeological sites, tors and downs.
• Cycling - located on Sustrans Cycle Route 3.
• North Coast 9 miles - sandy, surfing beaches and breathtaking coastal walks.
• A30 - 6 miles.
• Perfect all year round retreat.

A detached single storey converted barn, traditionally built with granite and slate which has been sympathetically renovated, retaining some original features and extended to provide comfortable accommodation for couples or families. Set close to the farmhouse but well separated. Privacy is ensured with hedging trees and plants with a private garden which surrounds the cottage. Central heating and a woodburner provide a warm and cosy retreat There is ample safe level parking in front of the cottage entrance.

A granite path leads to a stable door which opens into:

Sitting Room - with exposed open beams and homely wood burning stove set on a slate hearth. Wooden flooring with large rug. Comfortably furnished with leather suite, Oak coffee table. Pine bookcase. Selection of books and games. LCD TV with Freeview, DVD and CD player.

An Archway leads to:

Kitchen/ Dining Room - Furnished with pine fitted units, dining table and chairs. Tiled flooring. Well equipped with fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, microwave, toaster, iron and ironing board. A tumble drier is available by arrangement The kitchen window facing east looks out onto the surrounding rockery and meadow.

Two Bedrooms:

Double bedroom - furnished with pine double bed, bedside tables and wardrobe.
Twin bedroom - furnished with Austrian pine beds, pine bedside table, chest of drawers and wardrobe. There is space for a cot. Both rooms have fitted carpets. Hairdryer provided.

Bathroom - Bath with over-bath power shower with screen, hand basin, W.C. Shaver socket.

Garden - A private garden surrounds the cottage with level lawn to the front facing west. Garden furniture is provided.

To make a reservation you can either contact us by email or telephone or use the 24/7 online booking system. Provisional bookings are held for 5 working days. A non-refundable deposit of 25% is payable at the time of booking. Deposits can be paid by cheque or debit/credit card using the 24/7 online booking system. If the deposit has not been received within 5 days, we reserve the right to cancel the booking. The balance is due 6 weeks before the holiday start date. When booking less than 6 weeks before the holiday start date, the total rental is payable on booking.

In the heart of an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty on the western edge of Bodmin Moor. The area is an undoubted haven for wildlife and is listed as an area of great historic and scientific value being on the edge of Treswallock Down a registered site of Special Scientific Interest.

The approach is from a quiet moorland lane bordering Treswallock Common, over a cattle grid, onto a private drive ensuring seclusion and privacy, leading to a small courtyard, the holiday cottage and adjacent farmhouse.

The first recorded history of Mellon was 1311 – known then as Middlelond (middle land) there is historical evidence of a long period of settlement. This ancient enclosed farmland comprises of 18 acres of species rich hay meadows and traditional pasture. These small enclosures of about 1-2 acres are encased by ancient hedgerows’ which provide a variety of flora and fauna.

The wildlife interest is varied. There is a large amount of invertebrate activity (butterflies and dragonflies group) over the wet areas. A water meadow is home to a range of species amongst the rushes. There is extensive small bird and mammal activity through the farm and onto the adjacent Treswallock Common which is part of an area designated SSSI.

The farm land is grazed by our flock of Jacob sheep and an assortment of free range hens and managed traditionally without the use of artificial fertilisers, herbicides or pesticides.

Our location and direct level access onto open moorland is excellent for walking and exploring this beautiful area of Cornwall.

An inspirational, open rugged landscape with a unique magical atmosphere, rich in ancient archaeological sites and natural history.

Footpaths, granite stiles and historic stone hedges traverse meadows and peaceful lanes onto ancient tracks to the upland moor grazed by ponies, cattle and sheep - often your only companions.

Brown Willy and Rough Tor - Comwall's two highest tors can be reached from this side of the moor. Rough Tor has an extensive Iron Age hill fort on the summit and a number of Bronze Age settlements.

The blue marker on the Google map indicates our approximate location. Use the '+' and '-' buttons near the top left of the map to zoom in and out. Use the arrow buttons or click and drag to pan around.