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Minutes from the action

Being in such a great location means we’re at the heart of everything! You’re just a short drive away from so many attractions, both hidden away and well known. As we are nestled in a beautiful countryside location, we do suggest that to get the best out of your stay, you bring a car with you.  Most attractions including The Lost Gardens of Heligan, Charlestown, and gorgeous beaches, are easily reachable within 10-15 minutes!

Cornwall is well known for being a wonderful area in the UK, renowned for its beauty and picturesque scenery. It’s already a go-to for many holiday goers, so why not visit with us in mind? We are a little slice of peace and quiet that you can escape to as often as you like throughout our 10-month season.

Under 20 minutes away

Close by, we have St. Austell, which is our nearest town, (4 miles), the City of Truro (11 miles), and the famous village and port of Charlestown, known as the film set for the cult television show, Poldark, is just 5.4 miles away.

Mevagissey

Just a short 15 minute trip from the park, you’ll find the beautiful and quaint fishing village of Mevagissey. A true picture postcard of Cornwall, with charming pubs, cafes, galleries and shops clustering around the harbour walls and lining the pretty streets. Well worth a visit during your stay with us!

Lost Gardens of Heligan

Step back in time and lose yourself in over 200 acres of whimsical gardens; a world of romance, nostalgia and adventure awaits your discovery. Open all year round, this peaceful, botanical paradise is just 12 minutes from the park, and perfect for couples or families.

The Eden Project  

Just a 15-minute drive away lies the renowned Eden Project. Set in a former china clay pit, it features two massive enclosures housing diverse plant species, including the world’s largest indoor rainforest and a Mediterranean environment. The site also boasts an outdoor botanical garden showcasing Cornwall’s native flora and fauna. Beyond its natural wonders, Eden hosts concerts, seasonal events, and enchanting evenings. Don’t miss this opportunity to experience the beauty of nature, just a short trip from Meadow Lakes!

The best nearby beaches

We are lucky enough to be just a short drive from a variety of beautiful beaches and coastline, from hidden coves to sprawling golden sands, ask us at Reception for our recommendations, or click here to see our round up of our favourite nearby beaches to visit during your stay.

Surfer’s Paradise

Just 30 minutes away is Newquay, on Cornwall’s Atlantic Coast, and home to the famous Fistral beach, which not only hosts Boardmasters, (arguably Cornwall’s most well known surf and music festival), but was also voted one of the UK’s top ten beaches by Tripadvisor!  This lively town offers not only fantastic surf, but great restaurants, as well as other attractions, including the amazing Blue Reef Aquarium’s underwater tunnel, Newquay Zoo, and many wonderful, independent Cornish bars and cafes.

A piece of history

Easily one of the most famous parts of Cornwall is the southerly most point of The Lizard Peninsula – only an hour away. This geological marvel is simply stunning and is certainly worth getting up early for for a visit.  If you’re willing to go a tiny bit further, take a trip to Land’s End; England’s most south westerly point with beautiful views and plenty of fantastic places to eat or drink.

For the adventurers, there’s The Famous St. Michael’s Mount.  Just over 2 hours from the Park, it’s a perfect day trip to view an ever changing coastline that spans the granite causeway.  St. Michaels Mount is a medieval mixture of man-made and natural wonders. Showcasing a legendary medieval church that was built in the 15th century that dominates the skyline, St Michaels Mount is home to a very small population of around just 35 people (figure correct as of 2011), and is only accessible between mid and low tide – so make sure you get your timings right before you go!

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