Guests say
The Old Dairy in Camborne receives glowing praise for its enchanting atmosphere, beautiful decor, and welcoming hosts. Guests highlight the property’s cleanliness, comfort, and thoughtful touches throughout, including features for children and dogs. The location is ideal for exploring Cornwall, and the facilities such as the hot tub and swimming pool are much appreciated. Visitors consistently mention memorable stays, with many eager to return. The overall experience is described as magical, cosy, and perfectly suited for families and couples alike.
Multiple reviews mention the property being spotlessly clean and tidy, with no negative comments regarding cleanliness.
Guests praise the location as perfect for exploring Cornwall, with easy access to popular destinations like St Ives, Porthleven, and Penzance.
Reviewers describe the cottage as cosy, comfortable, and calming, with special mentions of comfortable beds and relaxing evenings.
The hot tub, swimming pool, dog wash station, and unique children’s sleeping areas are frequently highlighted as excellent, well-maintained features.
Guests appreciate thoughtful touches such as welcome baskets, treats for dogs, and detailed decor. Please note that such gifts are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Celebrating the unique, whilst being inspired by its traditional roots, this former farm dairy shed is the perfect combination of modern living with a rustic twist. Complete with bespoke features and sumptuous furnishings, this luxurious abode will be loved by all. Offering a magical ‘den’ for younger guests and a bubbling hot tub inviting you to indulge in utter relaxation under twinkling night skies.
Immerse yourself in the character of this enchanting hideaway, complete with exposed stone walls, vaulted ceilings, rustic tin sheeting and exposed roof trusses. The whole space is a work of art, exuding exceptional interior design. Walk through the archway to be welcomed into the open plan living area. Here, you will find a plush sofa, oak furnishings and a full HD Smart Television which enables you to access your own streaming accounts such as Netflix, Amazon, Disney+ and Apple TV, for cosy nights in. There is a dining table with seating for four guests and a superbly equipped kitchen area offering a L’OR coffee machine, electric oven, induction hob, fridge/freezer and dishwasher. Feature lighting completes the space, incorporating an 18th century carved milk maid carrier and old-fashioned milk bottles infusing every corner with nostalgia and warmth.
To the right of the entrance hall, discover ‘the den’ and the main bedroom. The main bedroom is a haven of relaxation, boasting a luxurious king-size bed and a wall-mounted television perfect for leisurely lie-ins. Silver corrugated sheets line the back wall of the bedroom, with a feature stained glass window, adding to the character of the space. The sleek ensuite shower room is just perfect for freshening up after a day at the beach. It comes complete with a dual head electric shower, large vanity unit, LED mirror with demister pad, bluetooth connection, heated towel rail, wash basin and WC. The lovely owners also provide fluffy robes and slippers, ensuring your evenings are extra cosy.
Next, head into the ‘den’, a magical haven for younger guests. Here, you will find a single bed with a wall-mounted Smart Television and stairs leading to the mezzanine level with two mattresses. Please note, there is restricted head room, so the mezzanine is only suitable for children under the age of twelve. There is a fixed stair gate at the bottom of the stairs for your use. The den also has an ensuite wet room with a shower, wash basin and WC.
Outside, you have a lovely enclosed patio area, offering the luxury of a bubbling hot tub, charcoal barbecue and a small garden table with chairs seating four guests. Alfresco moments are utterly enchanting here. Once the little ones have settled into their ‘den’, pop open a bottle of fizz and soak in the heavenly hot tub under starlight.
Snuggled amid the picturesque landscape of rural Cornwall, The Old Dairy is settled on the site of Penbroath Retreats. Here, you have the added luxury of a shared indoor heated swimming pool. The Pool House is a converted former farm shippon and now has a wonderful spa-like feel with calming aromas, ambient lighting and piped music. You’ll also find a convenient ‘dog wash’ station on site, for washing off sandy pooches and muddy paws. Finally, you’ll have access to the communal laundry room which offers a washing machine, tumble dryer, general washing facilities and even a beachwear/wetsuit wash and drip dry station, there is also some beach equipment in the laundry room for your use - preparing you for every adventure! These are shared facilities with The Corner Cottage and The Hay Loft.
Additional Information:
Two well behaved dogs welcome (small additional charge)
Travel cot and highchair available on request.
Fixed stair gate at the bottom of stairs to mezzanine level.
A welcome hamper will be provided at the property upon your arrival.
Please note, the mezzanine level is only suitable for children under the age of 12, due to the restricted head height. Please also take caution on the stairs as they are steep.
The Pool House and Laundry Room are shared facilities with The Corner Cottage and The Hay Loft.
Shared indoor heated swimming pool is open from May 1st until the 31st of October.
Reviews (13)
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Corinne and Family
We had a fantastic stay at Penbroath Retreats. As a family of 5, we often struggle to find somewhere thatâs comfortable and stylish but the old dairy ticked every box! Our kids loved the loft room and the pool. We had great days out - only 20 mins drive away from St Ives, Porthleven and Penzance. The property was spotlessly clean and tidy and every detail had been considered. Sam and Oli were great hosts with good local knowledge and tips on everywhere we went. Very approachable and friendly. We really hope to come back! Thanks for an amazing long weekend.
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C & C
We stayed at Penbroath Retreats for our honeymoon and had such a brilliant time. The location is ideal for exploring west Cornwall, we managed to visit everywhere from St Ives, The Lizard, or Mevagissey, without any hassle. The Old Dairy was perfect. Modern, clean, and really calming, exactly what you want after a full day out. Sam and Oliver were fantastic hosts. Friendly, attentive, and full of great local recommendations that really added to the experience. It is one of those rare stays where everything just feels easy from the moment you arrive. The hot tubs were a highlight and made evenings really special after long days walking the coast. We did not get chance to use the pool, but it looked really well maintained. Would absolutely recommend staying here, and we would happily return ourselves.
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Mr A and family
We made some wonderful memories together and had a fantastic one week stay. Everything was exactly as described on the website. Samantha was extremely helpful throughout our stay. Thank you very much for your hospitality. We highly recommend trying the bath jacuzzi ,it was absolutely the highlight.