Little Owl Lodge

Saint Columb sits inland from Cornwall's coast, but Little Owl Lodge occupies an unusual position: a detached timber building set within the 40-acre grounds of the Cornish Birds of Prey Centre. The location puts you minutes from Padstow, Watergate Bay and Newquay's beaches, yet surrounded by woodland. The centre itself (open Easter to October) hosts regular displays and over 100 birds of prey; day passes cost £10 per person. Coarse fishing on-site requires a licence.

The property is arranged on a single level. A large open-plan space combines living area with dining and kitchen, with doors opening onto a decked veranda. The kitchen is fully equipped for cooking. Three bedrooms sleep six: one with a kingsize bed and ensuite shower, one with a double, one with two singles. A separate bathroom has a bath with shower over. Bed linen, towels, Wi-Fi and electricity are included; heating comes from an air source heat pump with a wood burner for additional warmth. The lodge has wheelchair access, private parking for two cars, and an electric car charging point available at cost. One dog may stay free.

The A39 is close by, making this a useful base for touring. The Camel Trail—a cycling and walking route following the river between Padstow and Bodmin—is minutes away. Newquay offers beaches and surf facilities. The Eden Project is a 30-minute drive, and National Trust gardens are accessible from here. The property is let to families and couples only. No smoking inside.