ABOUT
Welcome to our beautiful 14th century cottage, where modern design meets rustic romance, adding elegance and authenticity to a cosy and relaxing stay. Just a few miles from the coast, Old Hamsworthy Schoolhouse offers you a perfect place to nourish your soul, indulge in a selection of self-care therapies and connect to the nature surrounding you. Warm up in front of the fire or sink into the soaker tub and unwind while gazing at the rolling hills.
Rest & Relax
Old Hamsworthy Schoolhouse sleeps 4 persons, offering 2 bedrooms, both with king sized beds, beautifully restored features and breath-taking views of the surrounding rolling hills and sunsets.
The cottage has a full bathroom upstairs with soaker tub & separate shower, and a cloakroom downstairs.
Private Retreats
Relax, Recharge, Renew
Experience your very own private retreat (up to 4 people) at our gorgeous rural space, with the following options to tailor your retreat according to your own preference and interests.
Please get in touch if you wish to know more about private retreats.
Massage Therapy
Choose between Holistic (Swedish) or
Deep Tissue massage
60 or 90 minute treatments
Yoga, Meditation & Breath Work
A selection of guided meditation, breath work and private Hatha, Vinyasa, Nidra and Restorative yoga practises
Nature & Connection
Try a new experience or revisit something you already love. Ask us about anything you'd like to include in your retreat: surfing, SUP, woodland/coastal hikes, horse riding, e-cycling, pottery lesson, macramé workshop
Two night retreat packages for 2 people, starting from £385
Standard retreat packages for two people includes two 60 minute massages and a guided meditation or yoga Nidra session. You can make any additions to your self-care package. Please enquire below for availability and rates.
Accommodation Amenities
Fully Equipped Kitchen
Rangemaster oven, gas stove, Smeg Fridge,small appliances and tableware
Free Wifi
Complimentary Wifi is available for all our guests
Private Garden
Outdoor dining space with BBQ and spectacular views of the surrounding hills and sunsets
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Towels & Linens Provided
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And should you require, a washer and tumble dryer are on-site
Soaker tub and Shower
Gorgeous pedestal soaker tub and separate walk-in shower
Wood-burning Fireplace
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Relax in front of the wood-burning stove, set in a beautiful stone hearth
GALLERY
THINGS TO DO
Coastal Towns & Walks
Bude is only 7 miles away, with many other beautiful coastal destinations a short drive away
Tamar Lakes
Two lakes just 2 miles away offer a variety of activities including watersports, angling, and walking trails
Waves & Wildlife
With the coast just a few miles away, try surf, SUP, swimming, or perhaps a woodland hike is calling
Hobbies & Activities
Give e-cycling a go along the Tarka Trail, try your hand at pottery, archery or join a macrame workshop
Cultural Activities
Choose from a selection of things to do, including a visit to the The Plough Arts Centre, Dartington Crystal, RHS Rosemoor, Clovelly Village and so much more
...and RELAX
Just hang around with a good book in front of the fire or take a long soak in the tub
Stunning! Peaceful, cosy and a dream home away from home. Nathan and Kerri have restored this property to a remarkable standard and furnished it beautifully. The decoration is so tasteful and makes the space feel very chic yet homely. Cannot recommend highly enough for a peaceful retreat in a beautiful countryside setting. We wished we’d booked for longer. Hosts were so friendly and made us feel right at home, beds and bedding were comfy and the bathroom spotless. Thank you Nathan and Kerri for hosting us, I hope we can come back soon :) - Adam, October 2024
A true haven of peace, charming and renovated with great talent and taste by its owners. Each piece of furniture has been chosen and the whole is very successful. The house is lovely and very cozy, warm and comfortable! We had a great time and would not hesitate to come back.
-Emilie, May 2024
If you are looking for a beautiful getaway in complete peace with spectacular views. This is the place. The cottage is so beautifully done and the hosts are extremely helpful, thoughtful and nice. Would definitely recommend staying here. Thank you for such a lovely stay. - Willo, June 2024
The cottage was absolutely stunning. So much thought and detail has gone in to the renovations and finish and was like stepping in to a home you would admire in a magazine. The location and views are beautiful with views for miles across the Devon landscape. A highlight is enjoying the sunsets from the freestanding bath perfectly positioned to enjoy. The log fire makes for cosy evenings playing one or more of the many games provided. Lots of books and magazines also to enjoy. The kitchen is very well equipped for cooking. The bed was the most comfortable and coupled with complete silence at night, it would difficult not to have a good nights sleep
- Jo, Sept, 2023