Horseshoe Cottage, Near Holywell Bay | Barn Conversion Holiday in Cornwall

About Horseshoe Cottage

Horseshoe Cottage is a converted stone barn in Cornwall's peaceful countryside near Summercourt. Original features include exposed beams and thick stone walls that tell stories of its agricultural past. The barn offers a wood-burning stove for cosy evenings after exploring the Cornish landscape.

The barn sits in rural farmland with open views across fields and rolling hills. You're surrounded by working countryside with footpaths leading directly from the door. The location gives you proper peace whilst keeping Cornwall's coast and attractions within easy reach.

Inside you'll find two bedrooms sleeping four guests with one bathroom. The open-plan living area combines kitchen and lounge space under those original beams. Traditional barn doors and stone floors add authentic character throughout.

Newquay's beaches are 6 miles away (15 minutes). The Eden Project sits 12 miles south (20 minutes). Padstow's harbour and Rick Stein's restaurants are 14 miles north (25 minutes). Bodmin Moor offers wild walking and Rough Tor 15 miles away (30 minutes).

Horseshoe Cottage suits couples or small families wanting genuine barn character in central Cornwall. You get authentic rural living with Cornwall's best bits all around you.

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At Sykes Cottages

Need To Know

✓Oil central heating
✓Electric cooker, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher
✓Freeview tv, dvd player, wifi
✓Fuel and power included in rent
✓Bed linen and towels included in rent
✓Private, off-road parking for 1 car
✓Private oak-framed garden room, patio and furniture
✓Enclosed garden with lawn
✓Sorry, children cannot be accommodated at this property
✓No pets and no smoking
✓Shop 0
✓25 miles, pub 0.5 miles, beach 0
✓75 miles
✓Note: there is a step down up to property and down to lawn
✓Note: owner's house is on-site
✓Within walking distance of three beaches including the beautiful porth joke beach - listed in top 10 beaches in the country by the telegraph newspaper and various magazines
✓Bordered by the national trust managed areas, cubert common and the kelseys, and handy for the south-west coastal path
✓Guests are welcome to bring their own bbq during summer months

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What Guests Love

What do previous guests think about their group stay at Horseshoe Cottage

Original Stone Walls

Thick stone walls from the barn's farming days create authentic character and keep rooms naturally cool in summer and cosy in winter.

Wood-Burning Stove

The traditional wood burner becomes the heart of the living space on cooler evenings with flames crackling against original stonework.

Exposed Beam Ceilings

Original timber beams overhead remind you this was once a working barn whilst adding warmth to the converted living spaces.

Rural Countryside Views

Fields and farmland stretch out from the barn with footpaths leading straight into proper Cornish countryside for morning walks.

Central Cornwall Location

Positioned perfectly between north and south coasts so beaches, moors and attractions are all within thirty minutes by car.

Peaceful Farmland Setting

Set amongst working countryside you get genuine rural quiet with only birdsong and distant farm sounds for company.

Getting To Horseshoe Cottage

Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat

By Car

To reach Horseshoe Cottage by car, take the A30 and exit at the A3058 towards Newquay. Follow signs for Summercourt and turn onto minor roads leading to the barn. Off-road parking for two cars is available at the property.

By Train

For those travelling by rail, the nearest station is Newquay, approximately 6 miles from the barn. From there, a taxi will take you through the countryside to your converted barn accommodation.

Off-road parking for two cars

Newquay station (6 miles)

Accessible from A30 and A3058

Group Attractions & More Nearby

Stuff for larger groups and families to try!

Newquay Zoo

Distance: 5.8 miles (13 min drive)

TR7 2LZ

Screech Owl Sanctuary

Distance: 13.2 miles (25 min drive)

TR9 6HP

Camel Creek Adventure Park

Distance: 18.2 miles (32 min drive)

PL27 7RA

South West Coast Path

Distance: 1.7 miles (6 min drive)

Cornwall National Landscape

Distance: 10.2 miles (19 min drive)

TR4 9DN

Carn Marth

Distance: 16.7 miles (29 min drive)

TR16 5HG

Georges Butcher

Distance: 4.5 miles (10 min drive)

TR8 5LQ

Chapman's Butchers

Distance: 5.3 miles (13 min drive)

TR6 0BJ

Sainsbury's

Distance: 6.5 miles (14 min drive)

TR7 1NF

Newquay Station

Distance: 6.1 miles (14 min drive)

TR7 1RN

Newquay Bus Station

Distance: 6.5 miles (14 min drive)

TR7 1JF

Cornwall Airport Newquay

Distance: 10.2 miles (24 min drive)

TR8 4RQ

Newquay Zoo

Distance: 5.8 miles (13 min drive)

TR7 2LZ

Screech Owl Sanctuary

Distance: 13.2 miles (25 min drive)

TR9 6HP

Camel Creek Adventure Park

Distance: 18.2 miles (32 min drive)

PL27 7RA

South West Coast Path

Distance: 1.7 miles (6 min drive)

Cornwall National Landscape

Distance: 10.2 miles (19 min drive)

TR4 9DN

Carn Marth

Distance: 16.7 miles (29 min drive)

TR16 5HG

Georges Butcher

Distance: 4.5 miles (10 min drive)

TR8 5LQ

Chapman's Butchers

Distance: 5.3 miles (13 min drive)

TR6 0BJ

Sainsbury's

Distance: 6.5 miles (14 min drive)

TR7 1NF

Newquay Station

Distance: 6.1 miles (14 min drive)

TR7 1RN

Newquay Bus Station

Distance: 6.5 miles (14 min drive)

TR7 1JF

Cornwall Airport Newquay

Distance: 10.2 miles (24 min drive)

TR8 4RQ

Is Horseshoe Cottage Right For Your Group

Discover why this cottage is the one for your party or family reunion...

For Families

The rural setting gives children space to explore farmland and countryside safely. Fields surround the barn with footpaths for family walks and outdoor adventures. Newquay's beaches are just 15 minutes away for sandcastle building and rock pooling. The compact barn layout means parents can keep younger children close whilst the peaceful location offers freedom to play outdoors.

Groups Will Love...

The exposed timber beams spanning the ceilings are the standout feature of this barn conversion. Original structural timbers from the building's agricultural past create authentic character overhead in every room. These beams work beautifully with the thick stone walls to remind you this was once a working farm building. The wood-burning stove sits beneath these beams creating a focal point where original features meet modern comfort.

Pet Friendly

Horseshoe Cottage welcomes dogs so your pets can join the countryside holiday. The rural farmland setting provides excellent walking opportunities with footpaths leading directly from the barn into open fields. You're surrounded by working countryside where dogs can stretch their legs properly. The stone floors throughout the barn are practical for muddy paws after exploring the Cornish landscape together.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at Horseshoe Cottage

The Countryman Inn

Located 2 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: TR8 5AF

The Plume of Feathers

Located 3 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: TR9 6NA

Rick Stein Padstow

Located 14 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: PL28 8BY

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about Horseshoe Cottage

Is Horseshoe Cottage pet friendly?

Yes, this barn conversion welcomes dogs so your four-legged companions can join the holiday. The rural setting and surrounding farmland provide excellent walking opportunities straight from the door.

What original barn features does Horseshoe Cottage have?

The conversion retains exposed timber beams across the ceilings and thick stone walls from its agricultural past. Traditional barn doors and stone floors add authentic character throughout the living spaces.

How many guests does this barn conversion sleep?

Horseshoe Cottage sleeps four guests across two bedrooms with one bathroom. The compact layout works well for couples or small families wanting a countryside base.

What is the kitchen like in this barn conversion?

The open-plan kitchen combines with the living area under exposed beams creating one sociable space. You'll have everything needed for self-catering during your stay in the Cornish countryside.

Where exactly is Horseshoe Cottage located?

The barn sits in rural farmland near Summercourt in central Cornwall. You're positioned between both coasts with Newquay 6 miles away and Padstow 14 miles north.

What can you see from this barn conversion?

Views stretch across working farmland and rolling Cornish hills from the barn. Fields surround the property with footpaths leading into open countryside for walks.

Is there parking at Horseshoe Cottage?

Off-road parking for two cars is provided at the barn. You'll have convenient space right by the accommodation for your vehicles.

What's it like staying in this converted barn?

You get authentic rural living with original stone and timber features creating proper barn character. The peaceful farmland setting offers genuine countryside quiet whilst keeping Cornwall's attractions accessible.