Situated at the end of a private lane, high on Bodmin Moor, Sandy Barn Cottages consist of four attractive barn conversions which together form a secluded courtyard of fine old granite buildings. The cottages now provide a tranquil and comfortable haven for exploring North Cornwall in all weathers. And with four-legged guests especially welcome, there are also an abundance of walks on the doorstep.

Retaining much of their original charm, the cottages have been tastefully furnished with many character features, including cosy wood-burning stoves, slate floors and beamed ceilings. With duck down and feather duvets, gloriously comfortable beds and oodles of hot water from the cottages’ own heating systems, a comfortable and relaxing stay is most definitely on the cards. And with each property also having its own private sitting out area and unspoilt views over the neighbouring fields, you’re guaranteed to be getting away from it all.

The owners, Julie and Ben Fairman, whose family have farmed on the moor for over 30 years, live in the fourth cottage. They are on hand each day to help with any questions or requirements you may have, and Julie always supplies a scrumptious Cream Tea for your arrival!

Nestling in the corner of the courtyard, and covered in Virginia Creeper and Fuchsia bushes, High View is the smallest of the four 200 year-old former farm buildings. With its canopied porch and sun-trap seating area, High View is not over-looked and allows guests to sit back and relax inside or out. Inside, the traditional slate floored Living Room has a large wood-burning stove providing a cosy excuse for opening a bottle of wine and settling down in front of the flickering flames. The Kitchen is compact but well equipped, and the sky-light window enables guests to spot a whole collection of native birds.

With double doors opening onto a secluded private courtyard, there is also a stone built BBQ for enjoying lazy evenings watching the sun set over the fields.

Upstairs, the Double Bedroom is dual aspect with views towards the North Cornish Coast to the rear. With an extra large shower, the Bathroom has also been cleverly designed to provide as much space as possible.

This unusual single storey cottage sits on the entrance to the courtyard facing open farmland. The stable door opens into the pretty Shaker-style Kitchen, which is open plan to the Living and Dining area. The key feature of this large comfortable room is its wood-burning stove which gives a homely glow, allowing you to relax back into the sumptuous sofas and old world charm.

Ideal for young families, the elderly or anyone finding stairs a problem, its two Double Bedrooms and Bathroom are accessed via a shallow single step and off an inner Hallway. The Master Bedroom nestles to the rear of the property, so is quiet and perfect for a good night’s sleep. The Twin Bedroom features a stained glass window depicting the cross which gave the cottage its name. The Bathroom lies between both Bedrooms and has a good sized, easily-accessed shower.

Situated on the edge of St. Breward, the typically Cornish moorland village boasts the highest church in Cornwall, at about 700ft. The views are therefore stunning, stretching as far as the Camel Estuary and beyond to the internationally – acclaimed rugged North Cornwall coast. Also within the parish lie two of Cornwall’s best known landmarks and Cornwall’s highest hills -Roughtor and Brown Willy.

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