River Tamar Couples Retreat Dog Friendly

About this property

River Tamar Couples Retreat Dog Friendly is a delightful cottage resting in Gunnislake, Cornwall, overlooking the River Tamar with scenic valley views, an enclosed garden, and off-road parking, making it well suited to couples seeking a countryside escape with access to outdoor pursuits. Set within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, this inviting retreat offers a natural backdrop to your stay, where the landscape becomes part of the experience from the moment you arrive. Step inside to discover the open-plan living space, where the kitchen, dining area, and sitting area come together to create a relaxed and sociable setting. The kitchen is well-equipped for preparing meals, which can be shared at the dining space before settling into the sitting area with the Smart TV for a laid-back evening.

The king-size bedroom, complete with a Smart TV, provides a private place to unwind, while the ground-floor shower room with its walk-in shower offers a refreshing start to the day. Outside, the terraced garden with lawn, patio, and firepit creates a varied outdoor space, ideal for enjoying the view across the river, dining in the open air, or gathering as the sun begins to set. From the doorstep, access river walks and cycling routes along the Tamar Valley, offering a scenic way to explore the surrounding landscape. Nearby Tavistock presents a historic market town experience, with the Pannier Market, Tavistock Museum, and The Wharf arts centre providing a mix of culture and heritage.

Dartmoor National Park lies within easy reach, where open moorland, tors such as Haytor, and walking routes across rugged scenery invite exploration. In Plymouth, the National Marine Aquarium, Royal William Yard, and historic Barbican waterfront offer varied days out, combining maritime history with waterside views. With local amenities close by and so much to experience in the wider area, River Tamar Couples Retreat Dog Friendly provides a charming base for discovering Cornwall.

Newbridge is a charming town resting in County Kildare, Ireland. Officially known by its Irish name, Droichead Nua, meaning 'The New Bridge', the town is a bustling holiday base, best known as a commuter town for Dublin, offering you easy access to the surrounding wonders of Ireland. Resting on the banks of the River Liffey and bounded by the Curragh Plains to the west, Pollardstown Fen and the Bog of Allen and Moulds Bog to the north west, there's plenty of scenic excitement waiting to be discovered here. The town benefits from a good host of amenities at its bustling centre, with a range of independent and high street shops to while away the hours in, as well as cafés, pubs, bars and restaurants, it offers all you could need for a self-catered stay. Newbridge also benefits from a public library and an arts centre, the Riverbank Arts Centre, Liffey Linear Park made up of seven acres making it a lovely spot for an afternoon stroll, as well as two swimming pools, a children's playground, and sports and leisure clubs, offering something for every type of adventurer. The town benefits from being within close proximity to a variety of golf courses, with opportunities for water sports, fishing and the Curragh Racecourse being just a scenic drive away too. Newbridge boasts its own unique wonder in that it holds Kildare's only greyhound racing track, while a wider selection of wonderful attractions can be found in nearby Dublin. Dublin, the capital of the Republic of Ireland, offers something for all ages and tastes, with history in its imposing St Patrick's Cathedral, 13th century castle and The National Museum of Ireland, while Dublin Zoo, Guinness Storehouse Factory, the abandoned prison of Kilmainham Gaol and the Dublin Flea Market all offer their own fantastic experiences. The Wicklow Mountains National Park is worth venturing too while in the area, boasting 20,483 hectares of diverse landscapes, a wealth of nature and the most spectacular scenery, it's a true delight at any time of the year. In reach of Naas, Bray and so much more, Newbridge makes an ideal base from which to explore all that Ireland has to offer.

Accommodation

One king-size bedroom with Smart TV.

Ground-floor shower room with walk-in shower, basin, and WC.

Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area, and sitting area

Central heating.

Oven, hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, air fryer, washing machine, dishwasher, iron, ironing board, kettle, toaster.

Smart TV, WiFi.

Fuel and power included in rent.

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

Private driveway parking.

Garden with terrace, lawn, patio, firepit, and furniture.

Two well-behaved dogs welcome.

Sorry, no smoking.

Shop 0.4 miles, pub 0.5 miles, lake 0.1 miles.

Note: Firepit logs available from the owner for an extra charge.

Note: Dog sitting can be booked for the day when hosts are available.

Note: Bike and kayak storage available.

Note: Steps throughout - not suitable for those with limited mobility.

Note: Though the garden is fenced, children must not be left unsupervised