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7 Nights See prices

  • £595  to  £1295

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Key Information

  • Sleeps

    6

  • Bedrooms

    3 Rooms

  • Min Nights

    Enquire
    With Owner

  • Children

    Yes

  • WiFi

    Yes

  • Dogs

    Yes
    2 Dogs

  • Bathrooms

    2

  • Access
    G

    Ground floor
    Living

  • Log Burner

About The Retreat

The Retreat affords a detached position within the grounds of the owners' home and is a self-contained holiday rental sitting in a peaceful position in the small hamlet of Treskilling in Cornwall.

Sleeping up to six guests in three bedrooms, The Retreat is available all year round and is conveniently placed just six miles from the beautiful south coast of Cornwall, and also within easy reach of the dramatic north coast (fifteen miles) with its fantastic sandy surfing beaches.

The tranquil rural setting of The Retreat will appeal to those who enjoy walking and cycling with beautiful countryside to explore. It also makes an ideal base from which to explore the many attractions of this beautiful part of Cornwall which include:

  • The Luxulyan Valley - a beautiful wooded valley, designated a world heritage site providing a peaceful place to walk with the dogs and children.
  • Clay Trails - a network of trails suitable for cycling, walking or horse-riding that criss-cross the old china clay works and meander their way alongside lakes and through wooded areas.
  • The world famous Eden Project - famous and a must for any visitor to Cornwall. A fascinating horticultural and environmental experience just two miles from The Retreat which can be reached by car, foot or bike.
  • The picturesque Lost Gardens of Heligan - delightful gardens just twenty five minutes away by car. Two hundred acres of gardens which include a lush subtropical jungle valley, Victorian kitchen garden and wildlife projects.
  • Charlestown - just ten minutes away, this historic Georgian harbour with a shipwreck museum provides plenty of eating establishments where you can relax and watch the world go by.
  • Fowey - a picturesque vibrant harbour town with narrow streets lined with shops, galleries, pubs and restaurants, Fowey is a fun place to visit where you can take a boat trip up the Fowey River to explore the bird life or the ferry over to Polruan. For the energetic, there are fantastic cliff walks from Fowey where you can take in spectacular sea views.
  • Mevagissey - a traditional Cornish working fishing village with its harbour and narrow streets. From here you can take the Mevagissey Ferry to Fowey.
  • Beaches - Too many to mention but a fantastic selection from sheltered sandy coves to long stretches of sandy beaches ideal for surfing and body boarding.

Whether you enjoy walking, cycling, riding, fishing, golf or going to the beach, everything is within easy reach of The Retreat and it is an ideal place from which to explore Cornwall's many delights.

Contact the owner

Owner details:

Alison Burgan joined Independent Cottages in December 2011

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Amenities / Facilities

  • Log Burner
  • Off-Road Parking
  • Cot
  • Highchair
  • Pub Nearby
  • Bike Storage
  • Kingsize +
  • Garden/ Outside Area
  • DVD Player
  • Smart TV
  • Washing Machine
  • Microwave
  • Dish washer
  • Shower
  • Bath
  • WiFi

Location (Cornwall)

The Retreat accommodates six guests with single storey accommodation comprising:

  • Living /dining area, generous in size with comfy seating, television, DVD player and a log burner for those chillier nights! There is also a dining table with six chairs.
  • Conservatory with wicker chairs where you can sit and soak up the glorious countryside views.
  • King-size bedroom with iron bed with a wardrobe for clothes storage and chest of drawers.
  • Twin bedroom with two single beds and chest of drawers.
  • Bedroom three with a standard size double bed, chest of drawers and built-in wardrobe.
  • Well equipped kitchen with an electric cooker and hob above, dishwasher, microwave, fridge and freezer. A washing machine can be found in an adjacent outbuilding.
  • Bathroom with shower over bath, WC and hand basin.
  • Shower room with walk-in shower, WC and hand basin.

Outside: The garden is mainly lawn with a gravelled area, where you can enjoy lovely open views across the valley. There is parking for three cars adjacent to the garden.

Additional information: Electric heating throughout. The bathroom has a fan heater on the wall and there is a heated towel rail in the second bathroom. Prices include bed linen, towels, (please bring your own beach towels), and an initial supply of logs/coal. Up to two well behaved dogs welcome at no extra cost.

The Retreat Tariff & Supplementary Information

Season Weekly Rate Short Breaks

Sat, 11th Apr 2026 - Fri, 22nd May 2026
Changeover: Saturday, Min Nights: 7

7 Nights
£695

Short breaks
not available


Sat, 23rd May 2026 - Fri, 29th May 2026
Changeover: Saturday, Min Nights: 7

7 Nights
£815

Short breaks
not available


Sat, 30th May 2026 - Fri, 3rd Jul 2026
Changeover: Saturday, Min Nights: 7

7 Nights
£745

Short breaks
not available


Sat, 4th Jul 2026 - Fri, 10th Jul 2026
Changeover: Saturday, Min Nights: 7

7 Nights
£895

Short breaks
not available


Sat, 11th Jul 2026 - Fri, 17th Jul 2026
Changeover: Saturday, Min Nights: 7

7 Nights
£995

Short breaks
not available


Sat, 18th Jul 2026 - Fri, 28th Aug 2026
Changeover: Saturday, Min Nights: 7

7 Nights
£1,295

Short breaks
not available


Sat, 29th Aug 2026 - Fri, 4th Sep 2026
Changeover: Saturday, Min Nights: 7

7 Nights
£795

Short breaks
not available

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Bedroom Configuration:
Sleeps 6 in 3 bedrooms (1 King, 1 Double, 1 Twin)
Children:
Yes
Dogs/Pets:
2 dogs welcome
Accessibility:
Ground floor accommodation
Smoking:
No smoking
Preferred Arrival Day:
Saturday
Payment Options:
Cheque, Bank Transfer
Booking Conditions:
Please refer to the owner for accessibility requirements, booking terms / conditions and cancellation policy.
Help combat online fraud. Speak to the owner on our officially verified number: +44(0)1726 851505 before paying by bank transfer.
Please discuss any requirements regarding your pet(s) with the property owner.
Independent Cottages recommends that you take out holiday cancellation insurance.

Owner Area

Alison Burgan
Member Since December 2011

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Short breaks (4 days or more) and flexible arrival dates may be available outside the peak season. Please enquire.  

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The Retreat 18 Month Availability Calendar

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* Calendar last updated: 22nd March 2026
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