Guests say
Valley Lodge 31 in Callington, Cornwall, is generally praised for its well-equipped kitchen, comfortable furnishings, and the added luxury of a hot tub. The site's amenities, including swimming pools and a restaurant, contribute to a relaxing and enjoyable stay. The lodge's location is appreciated for its tranquillity and proximity to local attractions. While some guests have noted issues with cleanliness and maintenance, the friendly staff and the overall holiday experience have left many guests eager to return.
Guests have had mixed experiences with cleanliness. Some found the accommodation spotless and well-furnished, while others reported issues with general cleanliness, dirty utensils, and a musty smell. The hot tub cleanliness was also a concern for some, affecting the overall impression.
The lodge's location is highly regarded, with guests appreciating the beautiful site, helpful team, and proximity to local attractions and amenities. The peaceful setting and nearby facilities like swimming pools and a restaurant enhance the appeal of the location.
Most guests found the lodge comfortable, with clean, well-furnished accommodations and comfortable beds. The hot tub was frequently mentioned as a highlight. However, some guests noted a lack of sockets in bedrooms and issues with outdoor furniture, slightly detracting from the overall comfort.
Facilities such as the on-site restaurant, swimming pools, and pub are well-received. However, some guests encountered maintenance issues like broken decking, a heavy hot tub lid, and broken outdoor furniture. The availability of Wi-Fi was also a concern for some guests.
There are no specific mentions of gifts or special thoughtful touches provided by the property hosts in the reviews. Therefore, it is not possible to assess the thoughtfulness category based on the available information.
About this property
This villa-style accommodation with private hot tub at Tamar Valley Resort in Callington is in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The on-site facilities include indoor & outdoor heated swimming pools, bar, shop & reception. Arranged in small clusters along the valley stream, these typical lodge-style family holiday homes are arranged over two floors with upstairs and downstairs terraces to enjoy the outside space. The ground floor has a double, a twin and a bunk bedroom and two bathrooms. The first floor has a welcoming sitting room with dining area and patio doors to the decked balcony with rural views and garden furniture, plus kitchen. There is a terrace accessed from the master bedroom, again overlooking the valley with table and chairs for alfresco dining and very own hot tub. The communal grounds are well maintained and are ideal for children to play ball games. Valley Lodge 31 is well placed for guests looking to explore both Cornwall and Devon and has some fantastic local attractions nearby. Within a short drive is the National Trust property, Cotehele, a Tudor house and valley garden estate set above the River Tamar. A little further afield you can visit the glorious sandy beach at Whitsand Bay with dramatic scenery and sheer cliffs. Equally accessible are Bodmin Moor and Dartmoor National Park with undulating moorlands and a myriad of historic sites and monuments - a rambler's dream. Valley Lodge 31 makes a comfy retreat for country and coastal escapades.
Callington is a Cornish market town, rich in mining heritage and overlooked by Kit Hill, the highest point in the area, donated to the people of Cornwall by Prince Charles to celebrate the birth of Prince William. From the top of Kit Hill there are fabulous views across south-east Cornwall as far as Plymouth Sound. Callington is set in the heart of the Tamar Valley, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, and offers a good selection of shops, inns and cafes, as well as being the home of Ginsters Cornish pasties. A few miles away, the quaint village of Calstock clings to the steep banks of the river Tamar and is dominated by the splendid Calstock Railway Viaduct, a giant 11-arched stone construction supporting one of Britain’s most picturesque branch lines running through the Tamar Valley. Other interesting places along the river are Cotehele, a beautiful historic house and gardens owned by the National Trust with a small quay and inn, and Morwhellam Quay, a theme park that staged a living history production for the BBC and where visitors can explore the rich mining heritage and watch blacksmiths, potters and craftsmen at work. The pannier market town of Tavistock is only nine miles from Callington and is well worth a visit on your way to a day’s walk on Dartmoor. A splendid base to explore south Cornwall and West Devon.
Accommodation
Over two floors.
Three bedrooms: 1 x double.
2 x twin (one is a Zip/Link which can be a double with prior arrangement with TV).
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Shower room with shower, basin and WC.
Open plan living area with kitchen, sitting and dining area with balcony.
On-site facilities available
Electric heating.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, dishwasher, smart TV, DVD.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Cot and highchair available on request.
Allocated parking for 1 car.
Patio area with garden furniture and hot tub.
Pets welcome, £20 per pet per week.
Sorry, no smoking.
On-site shop and pub within paces.
Coast less than 10 miles.
Note: Sorry, no washing machine in the property.
Note: This property has a private water supply which is tested regularly.
Note: Seasonal opening times may apply to all facilities.
Note: Outdoor pool is open from mid May - mid September (weather dependent)
Nearby points of interest
- Dartmoor Prison Museum
- Mount Edgcumbe House and Country Park
Reviews (38)
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Gemma
Nearby to so many things. Children loved facilities.
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Andy
We had a lovely stay despite the lack of summer. The on site facilities are very good and the staff very helpful. The outdoor pool is small but warm. The onsite pub is also very good and good value. The site is lovely and quiet with streams running through it. A BBQ is visible in one of the photos but it doesn't have one (not listed under amenities). We recommend this lodge and will return in the future.
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Laura
Great location, quiet, great size. The issues we had though was the outside table wasn't clean, there was a very strong musty smell in the lodge that was very overpowering to begin with. Was sorted with a couple tins of air freshener. The shower head in the bathroom was broken and we weren't very comfortable using the hot tub as it was situated right at the main road and anyone passing could see you as it wasn't very private. But otherwise we had a great stay and enjoyed our time away