The Old Stables
A Countryside Lodge with Hot Tub on a Cornish Alpaca Farm
A cosy lodge with wood burning stove, private hot tub and countryside views on a Cornish alpaca farm! The Old Stables is set in a peaceful yet accessible location, 10 mins from the Tamar Bridge, the perfect escape whether you want to explore Cornwall’s beautiful south coast, walk in pretty countryside, meet the alpacas and enjoy the farm or simply relax in your own private hot tub! The lodge is like a shepherd’s hut inside, only bigger!
The Space
The Old Stables is an inviting and warm open-plan space, with a woodburner, a king-sized bed, dining table, sofa and smart TV with Freeview and Airplay available. The kitchen has an induction hob and a microwave, as well as a coffee machine, dishwasher and fridge. The cottage has its own WiFi service for guests to use. There is a shower room with towels and bathrobes provided.
Behind the lodge is a terrace with lovely countryside views across the valley to the hillside beyond, and your own private hot tub! Laid-back chairs and a chiminea make a perfect spot to enjoy the sunshine or sit with a glass of wine and watch the stars at night.
Next to The Old Stables is a gate with direct access to the farm; our guests are free to wander around the farm and our woodlands, say hello to the animals and make use of our picnic spots and trails. We are very enthusiastic about our animals and always happy to introduce them! Our very friendly cats are likely to come and visit you during your stay.
Other Things to Note
The Old Stables is in a beautiful rural setting on Popham Farm, yet in a surprisingly convenient location! Within 20 mins drive you can be on the beach, walking on the moors, or parked in the centre of Plymouth! The Southeast corner of Cornwall has a beautiful coastline, with beaches such as Seaton Beach, Whitsand Bay and Talland Bay nearby. You can head off to explore South Cornwall’s coastal towns and villages, including Looe, Polperro and Fowey. There is fabulous walking on both Dartmoor and Bodmin Moor, as well as the beautiful Tamar Valley and the coast. Our nearest pub is The Weary Friar in Pillaton, which is just over a mile walk from Popham Farm. There are a number of other pubs and restaurants in the surrounding villages, including the Michelin star rated Crocadon Farm. We are very close to the well-known St Mellion golf course, and there are watersports and horse riding available nearby too.
Amenities
- Garden view
- Kitchen
- Free parking on premises
- TV
- Private back garden
- Valley view
- Wifi
- Hot tub
- Private patio or balcony
- Indoor fireplace: wood-burning
EXCELLENT Based on 84 reviews Posted on LukeVerified This has to be our favourite stay we have had since using airBnbBen & coroline were so welcoming, making us feel like part of their beautiful farm, catering to both my preference of coming & going as I please and my partner's who wanted to be involved as possible with the animals.The cabin was spotless & beautiful. all the space you could want and all the amenities were perfect. Although it feels like you're in the middle of nowhere there are plenty of shops within a 5-10 minutes drive. We came for a getaway and expected to be quite private but we found we wanted to spend more time with the hosts and animals than we could ever have expected. Thanks again to Ben & Caroline for the lovely experience!Posted on JadeVerified I had an amazing few days away here. It was so peaceful and local enough to drive to some lovely restaurants, beaches etc.Ben and Caroline responded fast to any of my questions or queries I had.I didn’t get a chance to see the farm animals (my fault for being out most of the day). But one of their cats came to say hello, which was lovely.☺️Posted on SharonVerified A beautiful little oasis in the countryside, surrounded by alpacas, pygmy goats, horses and cats. The hot tub is a bonus too! Lovely welcoming hosts made it a memorable stay ❤️Posted on OliviaVerified We had a wonderful calming stay. We loved coming up to see the animals and we even got to see the alpaca and goat feeding! Ben and Caroline were very friendly and kind! Would definitely stay again, very homely!Posted on RebeccaVerified Ben and Caroline were absolutely amazing and very accommodating. They took time out to introduce us to the animals and our stay was restful and peaceful. We would 100% go back again.Posted on UpiVerified I recently spent my Birthday week at The Old Stables with my partner and we had the most wonderful time. Ben and Caroline are the loveliest hosts you could wish for and were so accomodating. We got to meet all the adorable farm animals and enjoy the beautiful scenery around. The hot tub was so nice to come back to after a long day of sightseeing and the lodge was so cozy and warm. I couldn't have asked for a better and more relaxing way to spend my Birthday! Thank you Ben and Caroline!Posted on HollyVerified Loved it and would recommend to anyone. The alpaca trekking is great fun and it was nice to see all the farm animals.Clean, tidy and well-equipped accomodation, plus very easy to get to. Beautiful location and a tucked away spot. We were also made to feel very welcome by Ben and Caroline, who were responsive and helpful throughout the booking process and during our stayPosted on AlfieVerified Absolutely lovely place, so peaceful.Posted on JamesVerified lovely place - the hot tub was lovely, had everything we needed, lovely log burner and the alpacas were lovely. would recommendPosted on LindsayVerified What a truly wonderful escape! Our stay at The Old Stables was everything we hoped for and more—peaceful, restorative, and full of charm. We loved wandering around the farm, meeting the friendly animals, and soaking in the beautiful countryside. The private hot tub was such a treat—perfect for relaxing under the stars after a day outdoors.A special thank you to Ben and Caroline, who were so friendly and attentive—nothing was too much trouble, and their warm hospitality made us feel instantly at home.Although we’re just over an hour from home, it felt like we’d stepped into a completely different world. This little slice of rural paradise was exactly what we needed. Thank you for a magical and memorable stay—we’ll definitely be back!
