Set on an organic farm in the peaceful hamlet of Ruan Major on the Lizard peninsula,on the doorstep of stunning beaches,picturesque villages and coastline of The Lizard and beyond, Barn Cottage offers light, spacious detached accommodation for six/seven people with outdoor seating areas, lawns, garden and woods.
Guests are welcome to explore the farm (Soil Association registered) with its rare breeds, free range chickens, vegetable garden and acres of broad leaf woodland planted with 3000 English trees. Run according to conservation and ecological principles, the farm is a participant in the RSPB Farmers' Alliance and a dedicated sanctuary and conservation area for rare birds and other wildlife. *subject to COVID restrictions
Barn Cottage has two entrances with large granite steps and off-road parking for two vehicles. It offers spacious accommodation for 4 season usage. Perfect for family holidays or as centre for walking, surfing and exploring.
The detached property features large larch and oak timbers and steel tensioned roof structures, an open-plan well equipped kitchen and separate dining room area (8m x 4m) with all new appliances (ceramic hob, cooker, hood, dishwasher, washing machine, microwave, fridge freezer). The lounge area has 2 large sofas, armchairs and large futon and a wood burning stove. There is an additional wood burning stove in the kitchen area.
There are separate feature pine staircases leading to each of the upstairs bedrooms – one twin, one double. Each bedroom has bedside tables with lamps, wardrobe and chest of drawers. Downstairs is a twin bedroom with its own hallway entrance and shower room. WI-Fi , T V, books, games, bodyboards, outside washing lines and hosepipes etc for wetsuits.
Furniture throughout is of very high quality with solid wood items including handcrafted oak tables and mahogany chests. The main bathroom features a handmade stained glass window. Heating is provided by three radiators and two wood burning stoves with complimentary basket of wood. Extra wood is available for purchase, as are organic eggs and vegetables.
The owners are artists and goldsmiths. Guests may visit their workshops by arrangement and free of charge. Tuition classes are available by prior arrangement. Half day courses in organic vegetable growing are also available to guests as are yoga classes (either single classes or a series as part of a health retreat feature during your holiday.)
*Subject to COVID restrictions
Dogs are welcome, but must be kept on a lead near to the animals. A field for sole use of exercising dogs off the lead is available. They can run off the lead in the woods right next to the cottage.
Please note, check in is at 5pm, departure by 9am.
Further details
Children free to play with supervision. Woods right next to the cottage where children can feel free to play and build dens etc. There are streams at edge of farm and a pond so children would need to be supervised to ensure their safety.Well behaved dogs welcome at a cost of £25 per week per dog (not left unattended please).
Further details indoors
Cot and High Chair Available .The futon in the lounge will sleep an extra two if needed - a small charge is made for more than 6 guests.
Further details outdoors
Private patio area with outside dining table and chairs and private BBQ area. As guests exclusive use of all of the farm, walking in woodlands, picnic in fields, using lawn areas and garden. Children free to play with supervision. There are streams at edge of farm and a pond so children would need to be supervised to ensure their safety.We would also be open to kids camping out if you had more to accommodate! We would make a small charge for extra guests.
