Set just 2.4 miles from Crackington Haven and only 9 miles from surf-paradise Bude, this beautiful holiday home offers the perfect base for groups of family and friends planning adventures across Devon and Cornwall. Nearby Crackington Haven offers a charming cove perfect for family beach days, water sports, and rock pooling thanks to its sheltered position.
The village itself backs onto the beach and has a local pub and a couple of cafes for refreshments whilst out exploring. Outdoor enthusiasts and keen walkers alike will be pleased to hear that the South West Coast Path passes just 2 miles away, offering scenic trails towards Widemouth Bay (6.5 miles) in one direction and Boscastle (8.5 miles) in the other.
For a unique day out, the village of Tintagel (11.5 miles) is steeped in legend; visit the famous Tintagel Castle to immerse yourself in local mythology. Before stepping into this lovingly updated property, take a moment to appreciate its stone-built exterior and the ample parking space for up to four cars to come and go with ease.
Head inside, kick off boots in the hallway, and be greeted by three ground-floor bedrooms that add to the accessibility of this thoughtfully presented home. These bedrooms comprise a super-king-size room with an en-suite shower room, and two super-king-size rooms with zip-and-link beds that convert to twins on request – both of which also boast en-suite shower rooms.
Continue down the hallway to uncover the property’s social heart, the light and airy open-plan living space that combines a well-appointed kitchen with a dining area and a sleek lounge. On balmy days, open the glass doors to the garden and let the fresh air flow through the home.
Unwind in the lounge space; sink into the soft seating and flick on the Smart TV for easy entertainment. When stomachs rumble, the contemporary kitchen provides everything needed for cooking up holiday feasts, to be enjoyed at the wooden dining table or alfresco-style out on the decking.
While there'll be plenty to keep you entertained at
Phoenix itself, if you plan to get out and about and see some of what Devon has to offer, here are some of the nearby attractions you can enjoy during your stay. Please note that some of these activities and days out are paid and it's always a good idea to book in advance to secure your place where applicable.
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Tintagel Castle - PL34 0HE
about 9 Miles
Tintagel Castle is one of the most iconic landmarks in Cornwall and is an excellent place for a family day out. Situated on the stunning Cornish Coast the Castle has a mystical and magical presence and is steeped in historical importance. Indeed the Legend of King Arthur was born right here. The Castle and grounds also provide a home for many species of wildlife as well as some amazing flora and fauna. The site also has a small visitor's centre with souvenir shop and a wonderful Beach Café.
Trethorne Leisure Park - PL15 8QE
about 10 Miles
Trethrone Leisure Park in Cornwall is a popular choice for a family day out and offers an excellent programme of activities for children all year round. The park has a farm area where younger kids will love feeding the lambs and other friendly animals. Pony rides, a large play area, ball pool; trampolines and crazy golf are also available.
Dingles Steam Village - EX14 0RS
about 15 Miles
Dingles Steam Village is an all weather attraction crammed with activities for the whole family to enjoy. The site has a wonderful Café serving home cooked meals, a fun Soft Play Area for younger children, an Agility Course for older kids and several Nature Trails for the family to explore together. The site also displays working and static exhibits of Steam Engines as well as old Fairground Rides so is educational as well as fun!
Milky Way Adventure Park - EX39 5RY
about 18 Miles
The Milky Way Adventure Park is a fun day out for the whole family and has rides and attractions for all ages. There are four major rides including a thrilling roller coaster and an amazing vertical slide for the older kids and grown ups and six fascinating live shows which will entertain the whole family. During your visit you can enjoy bird of prey experiences, find your way out of the maze and feed and cuddle the baby animals.
The Big Sheep - EX39 5AP
about 23 Miles
This is a really unique attraction in the
Devon region with many unique events taking place throughout the year. The Halloween Festival in October is well planned where you can take pumpkin carving workshops, ride the ghost train and go to witches flying school. All year round there are some excellent
Adrenaline Quarry - PL14 5AE
about 23 Miles
Adrenaline Quarry is the place to head for adults and teenagers and children looking for adrenaline boosting activities. The site boasts the largest and longest Zip wire in the country. Other activities available include Go Karting and the thrilling Coaststeering - Climbing cliffs and jumping in to the sea! All ages and skill levels are catered for and safety is top priority. Zip Wire rides start from £12.50 While Coaststeering costs £30.00.
Camel Creek Adventure Park - PL27 7RA
about 23 Miles
The Monkey Sanctuary - PL13 1NZ
about 26 Miles
This attraction is really unique in that you have the opportunity to gain a rare insight into a working sanctuary. You can see first hand all of the fantastic work carried out as well as seeing the monkeys themselves. Other popular areas of this attraction include the Bat Cave and Wildlife Room. the Wildlife Gardens and the kids play area. There is something for everyone at The Monkey Sanctuary and you can also sponsor and donate if you wish. The cost to adopt a monkey is from just £2 a month.
The Eden Project - PL24 2SG
about 27 Miles
The Eden Project is a fantastic local attraction in Cornwall which will appeal to families and couples. From the moment you step through the entrance it's clear that this is no ordinary attraction. All under one roof you will find a giant rainforest, Horticulture courses, rock climbing, ice skating and an arts cafe. Not all of these activities are on at one time, they are staggered throughout the year so check out the website to see what's available when you plan to visit. Autumn at Eden is very popular with events such as daily apple pressing and Time Changing Tales (story telling with an autumn theme).
Springfields Fun Park & Pony Centre - PL15 8EU
about 27 Miles
Springfields Fun Park & Pony Centre offers a day full of action and adventure for all the family come rain or shine. If the weather is good then children can take advantage of the vast open space to run around and play, enjoy pony rides, train rides, trampolines and Go-Karts and explore the nature trails. If the weather is not on your side then the huge play barn is the place to head and as climbing frames, slides, ball pool and rope swings as well as a baby and toddler area.