The Old Engine House

–Excellent location – show map
+9 photos
Scored 9.8
Rated exceptional

Staff

10
  • The entire place is yours
  • 969 ft² size
  • Kitchen
  • View
  • Garden
  • Pet friendly
  • Washing machine
  • Free Wifi
  • Private bathroom
  • Parking on site

About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: The Old Engine House in Bodmin offers a 3-star holiday home with one bedroom and one bathroom. Guests enjoy a fully equipped kitchen, washing machine, and free WiFi. Outdoor Spaces: A spacious garden provides a relaxing environment, complemented by a cozy fireplace. The property includes a seating area and dining space, ideal for outdoor activities. Convenient Location: Located 5 mi from Restormel Castle and 15 mi from Newquay Cornwall Airport, the holiday home is near attractions such as Lanhydrock House and the Eden Project. Guest Services: Paid on-site private parking is available, along with a washing machine and dishwasher. The host is highly rated for their friendly service and convenient location.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.9 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Private Parking
  • Free Wifi
Sykes Cottages
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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.9)

Private Parking Available On Site

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Sheena
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“We had an absolutely wonderful stay at this beautiful cottage. The location is fantastic—perfect for anyone looking for a peaceful retreat far from the madding crowd. It feels wonderfully remote if you want to escape the crowds, yet it is...”
Julie
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Fantastic location, close to everywhere we wanted to visit. Perfect size for the two of us. Well stocked with everything we need to cook with. Great to have a washing machine and dishwasher included they are an added bonus. Clean. Comfortable...”
Valeta
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“A comfortable cottage with a fascinating history. We particularly liked the tranquil location.”
Scott
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Lovely, out of the way, typical Cornish stone cottage, but with the added extra of it's industrial heritage. Lovely garden for us and the dog to enjoy, and the local birds gave an amazing dawn chorus.”
Kay
New Zealand New Zealand
“Great location, lovely setting, great sense of history. Peaceful. Friendly host and dog.”
Karen
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Countryside/ views, location, host, accepts dogs, great set up for dogs”
Davyg59
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“We loved the location. Out of the way, rural setting. The accommodation was just right for two people and, although Booking.com says one dog welcome, two well behaved spaniels were allowed! (Sykes website allows for 2 dogs). The host and his dog...”
Carol
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“the cottage was super quaint aand clean and tidy it was picturesque like a postcard it was clean and tidy it was a home from home it had all you want and it was so quiet”
Marcel
Netherlands Netherlands
“De locatie is rustig gelegen met een grote tuin waar het 's ochtends prima ontbijten is. Het huisje is gezellig en knus en voorzien van een wasmachine, magnetron, kookstel en oven en snel internet. Het is onderdeel van een voormalige Engine...”
Peter
Germany Germany
“Ein sehr hilfsbereiter Gastgeber, mit frischen Blumen auf dem Tisch. Gartennutzung, Ruhe, einfach top.”

Managed by Sykes Holiday Cottages

Company review score: 9Based on 98,308 reviews from 20785 properties
20785 managed properties

Company info

Sykes Holiday Cottages is an independent holiday cottage rental agency, with the finest selection of holidays across the UK and Ireland. Whether it’s a family-friendly holiday, a pet-friendly holiday or an activity and adventure-filled holiday, find your ideal UK break with Sykes Holiday Cottages. Our sister brands include Abersoch Quality Homes, Best of Suffolk, Carbis Bay Holidays, Character Cottages, Coast and Country Cottages, Coast and Country Holidays, Cornish Cottage Holidays, Dream Cottages, Heart of the Lakes, Helpful Holidays, Hideaways, Hogans Irish Cottages, John Bray, Lakes Cottage Holidays, Lake District Lodge Holidays, Lakelovers, Manor Cottages, Menai Holidays, Northumbria Coast & Country, Welsh Coast and Country Holidays and Yorkshire Coastal Cottages, and our family extends as far as Bachcare in New Zealand.

Property info

The Old Engine House is a peaceful cottage perfectly placed for exploring Bodmin Moor. The cottage has one bedroom and a shower room and sleeps two people. On the ground floor there is a kitchen, sitting room and a dining room. Outside, a simple garden with decking, table and chairs plus parking for two cars. In the heart of Cornwall’s mining heritage, The Old Engine House is ideal for couples who enjoy walking, cycling and exploring the local area. Note: This property does not accept children. Note: Dogs are not allowed upstairs in this property.

Neighborhood info

Bodmin, the one-time County Town of Cornwall with its narrow streets, shops and pubs, is perfectly placed for exploring all that this fabulous holiday area has to offer.

Language Spoken

English

Area info

Amenities of The Old Engine House

Great facilities! Review score, 10

Most popular amenities

  • Private Parking
  • Free Wifi

House rules

The Old Engine House takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 3:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
Until 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Cards accepted at this property
VisaMastercard Cash is not accepted
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

One well behaved dog welcome

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please note that the full amount of the reservation is due before arrival. Sykes Cottages will send a confirmation with detailed payment information. After full payment is taken, the property's details, including the address and where to pick up the keys, will be sent to you by email.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

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