Marhayes
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At a Glance
About
Marhayes is one of two 200 year old barn conversions which have been modernised to create spacious and luxurious holiday homes, within Helsbury Park just outside Camelford. One of three luxury properties that is completely dog friendly and offers fantastic accommodation and amenities for the whole family to enjoy. There is a shared and heated indoor swimming plus 100 acres of countryside to explore. Refurbished to maximise its charm and comfort using traditional materials such as slate and granite and luxuries such as a range cooker and wood burner for winter cosiness. The living accommodation offers a generous kitchen/diner and open plan sitting room, ideal for socialising with family and friends. It also has a downstairs bathroom and utility room. There are two super bedrooms both with king-size four poster beds and one twin bedroom with twin beds or zip linkable to a king size, all bedrooms have stylish en-suite shower rooms.
Built at right angles to Westhayes (which also sleeps 6), the two barns share a front lawn, each has a separate outdoor sitting area with barbecue, an enclosed private area to the rear where dogs can be exercised in a controlled space, along with an outdoor kennel. Situated in the heart of North Cornwall this unique site is nestled in between three Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty: The Camel Valley, Bodmin Moor and the North Cornish Coast, this superb venue not only offers luxurious accommodation but is also totally dog friendly. Stroll around the private grounds which include a river, bridge, woods and pasture – it will take you about an hour to loop the whole garden. Take in spectacular vistas of Bodmin Moor and the Camel Valley with a view of Roughtor and Devil's Jump to the east and the river valley to the south.Marhayes is a very tempting choice for a holiday for family and friends to explore the surrounding area or just to stay on the park. For larger groups we also let the adjoining property: Westhayes (959871).
The quiet market town of Camelford is located close to Cornwall’s north coast and is ideally situated for exploring the wild country of Bodmin Moor and the high cliffs, hidden coves, fishing villages and surfing beaches that populate this beautiful area. The southwest coastal path is a year round attraction and the surrounding villages and hamlets harbour a wealth of country inns and restaurants. The nearest beach to Camelford is Trebarwith Strand. Truly wonderful and only around five miles away, it is perfect for a day by the sea. Nearby Wadebridge has a vibrant shopping centre and the Camel Trail, while Padstow, Rock, Polzeath, Port Isaac, where Doc Martin is filmed and Tintagel can all be reached in less than 20 minutes. A superb location all year round.
Accommodation & amenities
- Over two floors
- Three bedrooms: 1 x king size four poster bed, en-suite shower room, basin and WC
- 1 x twin (zip-and-link, can be made as King upon request, 14 days prior to arrival) with en-suite shower room with shower, basin and WC
- 1 x king size four poster with ensuite shower room with shower, basin and WC
- Downstairs bathroom with WC
- Open plan Kitchen / dining room, sitting room with wood burner stove
- Shared use heated indoor pool and sauna
- Oil underfloor heating, electric panels and wood burner stove
- Range cooker, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washer/dryer
- Wi-fi enabled smart TV
- Fuel, power and starter pack for wood burner stove included in rent
- Bed linen and towels included in rent
- Stairgate, cot and high chair available on request
- Off road parking for 3 cars
- Lawned gardens, plus 100 acres of countryside, river, bridge, woods and pasture and coal barbecue
- Up to 5 well-behaved dogs welcome at no extra charge
- Dog Sitting Service available
- Shared EV charging point - app required for payment
- Pub and shop 5 miles, beach 10 miles
- Dedicated wireless internet solution providing 300mb/s access to the internet
Good to know
- Note: Z-bed can be supplied at additional charge for child
- Sorry no smoking
- Friday changeovers only
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Location
Location is approximate
Explore the area
A few of the notable places within easy reach of this cottage.
Landmarks
- Tintagel Castle Discover the mystical Tintagel Castle, steeped in Arthurian legend and perched dramatically on Cornwall's rugged coast. Explore the ruins of the medieval fortress, delve into its rich history, and soak in breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean. Unleash your imagination in this legendary setting! Address: Castle Rd, Tintagel, Cornwall PL34 0HE
- The Cheesewring The Cheesewring, located on Bodmin Moor in Cornwall, is a unique rock formation that stands at over 20 feet tall. Legend has it that the rocks were formed by the devil himself. Visitors can take a short hike to see this impressive landmark and enjoy stunning views of the surrounding landscape. A must-visit for hikers and history buffs. Address: Minions, Liskeard PL14 5LJ
- The Hurlers The Hurlers, located on Bodmin Moor in Cornwall, is a group of three impressive stone circles dating back to the Bronze Age. Visitors can explore these mysterious ancient monuments and learn about their fascinating history and significance. With plenty of hiking trails and stunning views of the surrounding moorland, it's a must-visit for history buffs and nature lovers alike. Address: Minions, Liskeard PL14 5LJ
Things to do
- Museum of Witchcraft and Magic Interesting museum in Boscastle, Cornwall. World's largest collection of witchcraft related artefacts and regalia. Over 3,000 relevant books.
- Sterts Arts Centre Sterts Arts Centre, located in the picturesque village of Upton Cross, Cornwall, is a unique outdoor theatre and arts venue. Visitors can enjoy a range of live performances, including theatre, music, and comedy, against a stunning backdrop of the Cornish countryside. With a relaxed and friendly atmosphere, it's a must-visit for anyone looking for a cultural experience during their holiday. Address: Sterts Theatre, Upton Cross, Liskeard, Cornwall, PL14 5AZ
- St. Columb hurling St. Columb Hurling is a thrilling and unique sport played in the charming town of St. Columb, Cornwall. Dating back centuries, it's a game of skill and bravery, where two teams of 13 players battle it out with a small leather ball. Visitors can witness the excitement during the annual hurling match on Shrove Tuesday. Experience an authentic piece of Cornish culture and history. Address: St. Columb, Cornwall
Natural landmarks
- Rock Beach On the eastern shore of the Camel Estuary, the village of Rock has a reputation as an upmarket holiday destination for the yachting set. The beach is a long stretch of golden sand which follows the estuary to the coast. The sand dunes behind mask the renowned and prestigious St Enodoc golf course.
Guest reviews
40 verified guest reviews
Marhayes is highly praised for its cleanliness, stunning location, and exceptional facilities, including a pool and gym. The property offers a comfortable stay, with guests appreciating the attention to detail and spaciousness. The vast grounds are a paradise for dogs, with plenty of space to roam. Guests have enjoyed memorable stays and many plan to return, highlighting the property's suitability for both families and pets.
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This is the second time we have stayed at Marhayes - it is simply an outstanding place to stay - for us (five adults) and three dogs.
Marhayes is pristine - everything absolutely immaculate (thank you Sue and your team). We enjoyed many hours of playing pool (the kitchen dining table converts into a pool table). Table Tennis is in the building next door. The indoor swimming pool is huge and as it is only shared with the other holiday cottage, generally you have this completely to yourselves. The extensive grounds with rolling fields, woodland and babbling brook was simply heaven for our dogs. This is an outstanding holiday cottage with exceptional swimming pool facilities, located close to gorgeous dog friendly beaches (Polzeath, Daymer). We will return - it is 10/10.
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Beautiful farmhouse and absolutely the best dog friendly accomodation we have ever stayed in and we have stayed in a lot.
If their is perfection in this world this is it. The owners have thought of everything in the farmhouse you are not wanting for anything. Beds are comfy the showers are great and the house is lovely and warm including use of the wood burner which is fantastic. The dogs loved the extensive grounds to walk in and so did we and the swimming pool was absolutely incredible. We really cannot put into words properly how fantastic Marhayes is and we will be talking about this holiday for a long time to come.
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We were delighted with the whole experience.
The house was luxurious, had everything you needed and provided lots more. Setting was amazing and loads of places to walk the dogs. The pool and gym facilities were perfect . Will definitely be back. Thank you
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Wonderful to be at Helsbury again.
Whole experience is unmatched â¦and our Airedales agree! We come every year and have been over the last 10 years . Marhayes layout works for us, great views . Grounds immaculate, as always. Sue and team do a brilliant job in turning the cottages around between lets. Not surprised availability is scarce.
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Only criticism is the sofas could do with updating.
They were the same ones that were there last time we visited, (about 10 yrs ago ) albeit they have loose covers on and perhaps better towels. All that said beautiful location, very relaxing environment. Very clean, housekeeping do an amazing job. Our weather wasnât great but the barn is very warm and cosy. Everything you need is there. Great for the dogs who loved their stay and itâs very safe too plus lots of doggy friendly places to visit.
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Lovely cottage and location.
There was everything we needed. The pool was an added treat. All the dogs and their owners had a fantastic time. Thank you.
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Beautiful house in a beautiful setting, just perfect!
Thankyou so much
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Excellent converted barn in an absolutely stunning spot .
We couldnât fault anything , the barn , location and everything was immaculate. Great place .
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Still a very comfortable stay.
The sofas are quite tired now despite numerous cover changes.
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Wow! We all had the most amazing holiday.
The property is beautifully furnished and everything you need is available. We explored the walks on site and enjoyed watching the dogs have the time of their life. The location is ideal for exploring Cornwall and we also had some lovely afternoons enjoying the pool & sauna. To find somewhere that is truly dog friendly rather than dog tolerant is perfect - itâs all about them really isnât it
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Another fabulous week at Helsbury despite the heavy rain, we really enjoyed our stay again.
A few of the windows had very noticeable leaks and rain water coming through which required our attention, although it didnât ruin our holiday and we will be back again.
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We had an amazing week in the cottage beautiful setting very very comfortable it ...
We had an amazing week in the cottage beautiful setting very very comfortable it had everything you needed beautifully furnished we would very highly recommend and definitely stay again
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I have been coming to Helsbury Park with my children since my eldest dog was 1 & she is 14 now.
All 4 dogs love it - itâs home from home. Weâve been probably 15/16 times over the years in all of the properties. Now we need both cottages to accommodate a growing family & the 4 grandchildren love it just as much as us & the dogs. Weâve even had our daughters wedding here. It truly is a unique & special place. The properties are always maintained to a high standard with improvements each year. Itâs worth every penny with the swimming pool & land. I only wish it wasnât as popular as now we are restricted to school holidays!!! Thank you for an amazing week again.
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We had a really lovely stay at Marhayes and the facilities were incredible.
The pool complex was stunning and we all loved spending time in there, particularly the kids. The house was also lovely and spacious with stunning views of the countryside. The only slight complaint was that we found the beds not to be particularly comfortable and also the shower was not draining in the master bedroom, but we solved this ourselves with some plughole unblocker.
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The property was first class.
The swimming pool, sauna and gym were excellent. Lovely walks with our three dogs across the fields. It might be worth considering having a clock in the swimming pool facility. Also worth considering advertising the availability of fishing in the river (if this is the case). We intend to return.
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We had a fantastic time.
Parents with grown up children and their partners. We played card games cooked and ate togeather and enjoyed the pool and facilities it was an amazing break staying altogeather
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It would have been nice to have a folder with information about surrounding areas and places to go.
TV had Netflix and prime video but no information about passwords needed., Other than that we all had a great time in this excellent property
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Booked for next year on the way home⦠so definitely impressed!
Perfect property for our 5 dogs.
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Lovely accommodation, dog friendly and very safe surroundings!
Lots of happy memories and highly recommend Immaculate accommodation and bonus of pool, pool table and table tennis table Thank you so much
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This is the 5th time I have stayed at Marhayes in recent years and each time I have stayed it has been an absolutely relaxing, fun family/friends time.
The attention to detail and the needs of our stay is catered for right down to the smallest detail. The cottage is exceptionally clean, comfortable and spacious to accommodate everyone. The view is breathtaking, and you are able to walk the view that you can see, amazing. There is a large swimming pool which, as you are swimming you can see the same view as you do from the house!! A small gym, sauna and showers, caters for everyone and a lot of fun. I cannot recommend this holiday/cottage enough, definitely a great time and I am looking to book again within the next 8 months, canât wait!, 100 % recommendation from me
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Marhayes is a wonderful holiday cottage.
Outstanding facilities, immaculately clean interior, along with with crisp white sheets and fluffy towels (thank you to Sue and the Housekeeping team, they clearly have very high standards). We had a lovely family holiday playing pool in the kitchen (the dining room table converts into a pool table), table tennis was just a stroll to the building next door. The grounds of Marhayes are beyond a dog's dream environment. Woodland to walk through, acres and acres of open fields to bound around and the icing on the cake for our Labradors/Gold Retriever, the babbling brook that runs through the grounds. Joyous to see them paddling/swimming - a beautiful sight to see. Herons on the lake greeted us each morning and the general sound of bird song (and mooing of the mischievous young cows in the adjacent field), all made for a wonderful setting. Walking around the edges of the boundaries does take about an hour, but you can meander in all directions, so the walk can be as long as you want it to be. The large indoor pool, mini gym and sauna were all thoroughly enjoyed. We had the whole facility to ourselves every time (even though shared with the holiday cottage next door there was always plenty of opportunity to go there, when next door was doing something else). It worked well. There were a couple of snagging issues during our stay - the dishwasher broke, but a new one was installed within two days. The enclosed garden at the rear was not enclosed, but this will no doubt be remedied shortly with some new fencing. We enjoyed exploring Polzeath and Widemouth beaches with our four dogs. Cardinham Woods (Forestry England) nearby was lovely with plenty of well marked walks to choose from - it even had a professional self-serve dog wash facility in the car park (£7.00 for a full shampoo, condition and blow-dry!). All in all an outstanding holiday cottage. A dog's dream location with 100 acres of land to roam freely. Peace and quiet - nature surrounding you and stunning views to wake up to. Fantastic facilities and an immaculately clean holiday cottage - down to the glasses and cutlery sparkling! If you and your dog(s) want to have a holiday together, in luxury, this is the place to book!
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We loved staying in Marhayes.
Will certainly be back again!
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We had a fantastic stay.
Beautiful property with everything you need. Stunning location with acres of land to roam and explore. Great pool and gym.
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We were so happy with the accommodation at Marhayes!
What a lovely stay we had. The grounds and the views were just so unreal and immaculately kept. The house was so well equipped! All you would need to do is a food shop and you are sorted for your stay! We struggled to find accommodation that would allow more than 2 dogs. We took 5 dogs with us and they loved it too! Plenty of walking space and great that there is a little enclosed area for them to use. The only little thing that could have made our time better - you aren't allowed to leave dogs in the house and they are also not allowed down near the pool area, so it makes it quite difficult if all your guests want to pop down and use the pool facilities at the same time. But we made it work and would 100 percent come back! Thank you for our stay
