The Count House at Okel Tor Mine – Home 189116 Cottage
- 1 bedroom
- 2 sleeps
- min stay varies
The Count House at Okel Tor Mine – Home 189116
- Cottage
- 1 bedroom
- sleeps 2
- min stay varies
Key Info
- Beach / lakeside relaxation
- Nearest beach 24 mi
- Child Friendly
- Car not necessary
- Pet Friendly
- Private garden
Description from owner
Description
COVID secure - thorough cleaning and disinfecting protocol and self check in.
Unusual romantic retreat for 2 people in a Victorian tin & copper mine! - offering peace, tranquility and beautiful elevated views across the River Tamar. Ideal for honeymoons, wedding anniversaries (especially 10th which is "Tin"!), birthdays or just as a cosy hideaway to get away from it all. You will feel like you are miles away from anywhere, yet the village of Calstock is only a short 10/15 minute walk along the river bank - this quaint Cornish village has two pubs which serve food, a cafe with gluten-free and vegan options, an art gallery, and branch line railway station with regular services to Plymouth. The National Trust's enchanting Cotehele House is also within walking distance and the Tamar Valley Discovery Trail actually passes through Okel Tor. Dartmoor, Bodmin Moor and the sandy beaches at Whitsand Bay on the south coast are just a short drive away.
Okel Tor is acknowledged by English Heritage to be one of the best surviving 19th century tin mines nationally. It is a Scheduled Ancient Monument and World Heritage Site and lies within the Tamar Valley Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
Perched high up on a meander of the river, and cloaked in natural woodland, there are 2 cottages which are about 15 metres apart and screened from each other with vegetation, both are Grade II Listed and situated within approximately 16 acres of natural woodland on the tidal reaches of the River Tamar with beautiful views of Devon. There are a number of interesting ruins and an abundance of flora and fauna - there is lowland heath with heather and gorse, marshland with wild garlic and irises, reed beds and about 400 metres of river frontage on The Tamar. There are numerous picturesque romantic ruins in the woodland - an evocative reminder of the region's industrial past.
The Count House (main photo) offers central heating and a log burning stove, 1 double bedroom, and 1 shower room, open-plan living room with sofa-bed, flat screen TV, music system with Bluetooth, kitchen and dining areas and a south facing timber deck. The elevated views across the river can be enjoyed from the bedroom, living room and garden.
Please note there is a £30 charge for pets per week or part of.
Further details
Full terms and conditions and booking details are on our website - please enquire if you have further questions. All bookings include cancellation insurance as detailed on our website.
Further details indoors
Tastefully refurbished to reflect the period of the building. From the bedroom and living room you can relax and take in the beautiful scenery. Log burning stove, Satellite TV, DVD player, sound system with Bluetooth, electric cooker & hob, microwave & fridge, one double bedroom with king size bed, king size double sofa bed, ensuite shower room, telephone, cotton linen and towels, high chair available if required.
Further details outdoors
Walk outside into the garden and enjoy a drink or perhaps a barbecue on the timber decking in this tranquil woodland setting. Garden furniture and barbecue & parking.
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Families
- Great for children of all ages
- Pets welcome
- High chair
Bed & bathroom
- Bedroom 1: Queen Bed
Beds in other rooms: Sofa beds - 1 Attached (ensuite)
Amenities
- Wireless Internet
- Private garden
- Grill
- Patio
- Waterfront
- Balcony or terrace
- Deck
- Internet access
- Central heating
- Fireplace
- Stove
- Fridge
- Microwave
- Toaster
- Kettle
- Washing machine
- Iron
- High chair
- TV
- Satellite TV
- DVD player
- Stereo system
- Linen provided
- Towels provided
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Access
- Parking
- Secure parking
- Not suitable for wheelchair users
Getting around
Interaction with guest
Policies
- Check in time: 17:00, Check out time: 10:00
- If you have any questions about check-in or check-out times, please contact the owner/manager.
- Payment
- This rental can only be paid for online through FlipKey using your credit/debit card or PayPal (never by bank or wire transfer).
- Smoking
- No smoking at this property
Cancellations
Change of plans? No problem. You could receive a partial or full refund, depending on when you cancel.
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Booking confirmed |
100% refund within 24 hours after booking (provided the stay is at least 60 days away).
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24 hours after booking |
50% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least 8 weeks before check-in.
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25% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least 4 weeks before check-in.
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4 weeks before |
No refund if cancelled less than 4 weeks before check-in.
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* The booking fee is stated in the cancellation policy information on the payment page. This fee helps us run our secure platform and enables us to provide 24/7 customer support
About the owner
Jon T.
- Calendar last updated:
- 26 Apr 2024
- Years listed:
- 12
- Overall rating:
Languages spoken: English
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Reviews
Excellent
– based on 118 reviews
Excellent
118 reviews
- Excellent
- 111
- Very Good
- 7
- Average
- 0
- Poor
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- Terrible
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“Lovely hidden gem”
Great location & very lovely cottage with so much to do around Devon and Cornwall.. John was super helpful host. The place is very secluded if you want escape it all but still close to all and su… More
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“Wonderful all round”
Lovely accommodation with beautiful views! Well stocked with essentials, and nothing too much trouble. Can’t wait to return in October!
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Response from the owner Hi Georgina. So glad you enjoyed it here. It was a pleasure sharing Okel Tor Mine with you and we're very much looking forward to seeing you again in October. Best wishes, Jon and Jenny.
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“Idyllic peaceful and remote”
Okel Tor Mine is a beautifully restored and unique placed to stay. Setting is idyllic with views over the Tamar Valley and river. Accommodation is to a high standard and yet respects the history of a… More
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Response from the owner Many thanks for your review Duncan. We’re pleased you and Shaun enjoyed your stay. It sounds like Cath and Julie’s recommendation didn’t disappoint! Jenny and Jon have just bought Okel Tor Mine from Nick, whom you met while you were staying. Please rest assured they’ll maintain Nick’s high standards and they hope to welcome you back soon.
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“Beautifully secluded”
Beautiful spot to stay, uninterrupted views. Comfy cosy cottage with all you need. A little tricky to find, be prepared for dirt track road and narrow lanes to the approach, but all of this leads to a… More
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Response from the owner We know that it can be a little daunting the first time people come here but the setting is the soothing reward! It may be secluded but, as you say, it's only a short walk to the village. Thank you for your review...
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“Exceeded our Expectations”
Okel Tor Mine was fabulous and restorative. The views were amazing. The cabin was clean and tidy and had everything we needed. Not often a place exceeds my expectations, but the Count House did.
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Response from the owner So glad to hear that the Count House exceeded your expectations - and was so restorative!
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“A little piece of heaven”
We stayed at the Count House for a short break & it was wonderful. The setting is extraordinary, within a SSSI and with far-reaching views down the the river Tamar & across the valley. Sitting… More
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Response from the owner Lovely review - thank you! We're so lucky to be able to share this special place...
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“Extraordinary”
Stunning riverside location, especially if you like to be remote. Cosy cottage, well equipped, nice welcome for us and our wee dog. Nice walks, local towns, lots of history. We had a splendid time. H… More
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Response from the owner Kind words - thank you!
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“A perfect, idilic and peaceful stay for a short break, with dog.”
Staying at the Okle Tin Mine for four days was wonderful. Peace, quiet, wonderful views, dog friendly, well appointed and kitted-out, warming fire, with really easy access to walks, beach, Dartmoor an… More
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Response from the owner Great to hear how much you enjoyed your stay. Thank you for your kind words.
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“10th anniversary retreat”
What a wonderful place to retreat away to. From start to finish it was great. Booking was easy, chatting with Greg initially answered any questions to meeting Nick and settling in. Both really friendl… More
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Response from the owner Thank you so much for your "gushing" review! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed your Tin Anniversary and look forward to seeing you again one day...
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“Wonderful place and special location”
We stayed at The Count House for a long weekend and had a relaxing break. We had our two dogs with us and we could access the footpaths almost from our doorstep, which was ideal - the footpath around… More
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Response from the owner Your 5-bubble review is most appreciated! So happy to hear you enjoyed your stay in the Count House. We look forward to seeing you again one day...
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FAQs
- How do I find more info about the property?
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You can get in touch with Jon (the owner) through the contact form on this page.
If you’ve already booked, go to Manage your booking to send the owner a message.
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Send Jon (the owner) an email through the contact form on this page. Alternatively, if there’s a phone number on this page, you can call them.
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Send an email through the contact form on this page. Or if there’s a phone number on this page, you can call them.
If you’ve already booked, go to Manage your booking to view Jon the owner's contact details or send them a message.
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Click Book now to see a full breakdown of the price.You can also request a quote from Jon (the owner) through the contact form. The owner will email you the total cost for your dates and a link to book and pay online.
- How do I know if my booking request has been accepted?
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You’ll receive an email within 24 hours to let you know. Or you can check in Manage your booking. No money will leave your account unless it’s accepted.
- How do I pay for my vacation?
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Use the Ready to book? form to pay provisionally online. You can pay by credit/debit card or PayPal. Jon (the owner) will have 24 hours to accept the booking and no money will leave your account before then.
If you’ve been sent a quote, simply accept it and pay online through the email we sent you. You can also do this in Manage your booking.
Only bookings paid for through our site are covered by our trusted Payment Protection.
- Why can't I call Jon (the owner) before booking?
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- How do damage deposits work?
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In most cases, you don’t pay a damage deposit up front. Instead, we save your payment details securely and you’re only charged in the event of damage to the property.
Occasionally, you will pay a damage deposit up front as part of the total rental cost. In this case, the owner has 10 days after you check out to report any damage. If they don’t, we’ll return your deposit. If their claim is successful, we’ll deduct the agreed cost and return the remainder.
- How can I view and manage my booking?
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- How can I withdraw my booking request?
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- How do I cancel my booking?
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Go to Manage your booking to cancel your booking. Here you can view your cancellation policy to see if you’ll be refunded.
- How do I make changes to my booking?
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You can request to change the dates or number of people on your booking via the Manage your booking page. To change your dates use the Edit booking button. If you need to change the number of guests staying then send Jon (the owner) a message.
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