• Entire apartment
  • 194 ft² size
  • Kitchen
  • View
  • Garden
  • Free WiFi
  • Terrace
  • Free parking
  • Private Bathroom
  • Non-smoking rooms

A recently renovated apartment, The Artist's Retreat offers accommodations in Calstock. This property offers access to a patio, free private parking, and free Wifi. Staff on site can arrange a shuttle service. Offering a terrace with garden views, this apartment also has a cable flat-screen TV, a well-equipped kitchen with an oven, a microwave, and a toaster, as well as 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and a hair dryer. For added privacy, the accommodation has a private entrance and soundproofing. Guests at the apartment will be able to enjoy activities in and around Calstock, like walking tours and bike tours. Guests at The Artist's Retreat can enjoy windsurfing and hiking nearby, or make the most of the garden. Cotehele House is 2.5 miles from the accommodation, while Morwellham Quay is 6.2 miles away. The nearest airport is Newquay Cornwall, 42 miles from The Artist's Retreat, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.5)

Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Guest reviews

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Staff
9.7
Facilities
9.6
Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.4
Value for money
9.0
Location
8.5
Free WiFi
6.3
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  • Peter
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The location , close to the village . It is walkable although on a hill ! The accommodation is quiet and cozy .The host was very friendly and helpful .
  • James
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    We had a great experience staying with Mark and Lynne. They were always available to answer any questions and help out, as well as making check-in and check-out easy. The accommodation is located at the edge of the village, making it a peaceful...
  • Mandy
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The apartment was beautifully furnished, with an extremely comfortable bed. The location was peaceful and tranquil and the hosts couldn't do enough for us. They were so friendly and helpful. We loved our stay.

Hosted by Mark

9.7
9.7
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Mark
The Artist Retreat is a stunning studio apartment with king size bed, seating, tv, fully-equipped kitchen, dressing room, a big walk-in shower and private courtyard garden for sitting and outdoor dining. We provide you with local bread, Cornish butter and semi skimmed milk and a selection of teas and nespresso coffee machine.with biodegradable coffee pods from the Eden project Cornwall. Set on a quiet unadopted road with superb views and parking. Please use what3words app sketch.blotchy.trails to get directly to your parking space. Please be aware parking space is on a narrow road ( please see last three pictures) with no turning area, you will need to reverse back 30 metres to turn into our lovely neighbours drive. There is alternative parking on Sand Lane 100m from private parking if you prefer. If this is your preference please drive up as far as our neighbours garage to unload your luggage, we are happy to help you with your luggage. A 10-minute walk into delightful Calstock village, with its iconic viaduct over the River Tamar, cafe, two pubs, art galleries plus the acclaimed Calstock Arts Centre hosting live performances.The scenic Tamar Valley railway. National trust Cotehele House and Gardens nearby.
At The Artist's Retreat we very much enjoy welcoming our guests. We also offer self access by way of a key safe, The Artist's Retreat is self-contained and has its own separate entrance. For your peace of mind, we remain available to help you settle in. We are happy to advise on our beautiful local area. Our aim is for you to have a happy and relaxing time here in The Artist's Retreat.
The Artist's Retreat is on a quiet private road 10 minutes walk from Calstock village. We are set in a very quiet part of the village. There are some lovely countryside walks straight from your door. Calstock village with its iconic viaduct makes for a lovely backdrop as your wander around the narrow little streets visiting art galleries, cafe, pubs and ice cream parlour. Lovely walks include a pretty level walk through the village to the old lime kilns, then up to the disused Okel Tor mine if you like. Then back down to the river following the bend past our newly created wetlands and bridge with lovely photogenic views of the viaduct. Or a walk down Lower Kelly beside the river, under the viaduct. If you continue down to where the tarmac road becomes a gravel track you will find the little Danescombe pottery shop. From there you could continue left up to Cotehele or straight up to follow the stream through Danescombe woods. Walking distance 40 minutes to Cothele Estate and gardens, 10 minute drive. The beautiful Tamar Valley Railway is an 8 minutes walk over the viaduct to Devon onto Plymouth. Local buses go to Tavistock with it's independent shops and Pannier market. Also bus to Callington. You can drive to the beach in around 40 minutes Looe fishing town 45 minutes.
Language spoken: English

Area info

Amenities of The Artist's Retreat
Great facilities! Review score, 9.6

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Airport shuttle
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
    Internet
    WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
    Kitchen
    • Dining table
    • Coffee machine
    • Cleaning products
    • Toaster
    • Stovetop
    • Oven
    • Kitchenware
    • Electric kettle
    • Kitchen
    • Microwave
    • Refrigerator
    Bedroom
    • Linens
    • Wardrobe or closet
    • Walk-in closet
    Bathroom
    • Toilet paper
    • Towels
    • Bathtub or shower
    • Private Bathroom
    • Toilet
    • Free toiletries
    • Hairdryer
    • Shower
    Living Area
    • Dining area
    • Sitting area
    • Desk
    Media & Technology
    • Flat-screen TV
    • Cable channels
    • Radio
    • TV
    Room Amenities
    • Socket near the bed
    • Clothes rack
    • Hardwood or parquet floors
    • Tile/Marble floor
    • Soundproof
    • Private entrance
    • Ironing facilities
    Accessibility
    • Entire unit located on ground floor
    Outdoors
    • Outdoor furniture
    • Outdoor dining area
    • Patio
    • Terrace
    • Garden
    Food & Drink
    • Grocery deliveries
      Additional charge
    • Special diet meals (on request)
    Activities
    • Live music/Performance
      Additional chargeOff-site
    • Bike tours
    • Walking tours
    • Movie nights
      Additional chargeOff-site
    • Stand-up comedy
      Additional chargeOff-site
    • Beach
    • Hiking
      Off-site
    • Canoeing
      Off-site
    • Windsurfing
      Off-site
    • Fishing
      Additional chargeOff-site
    Outdoor & View
    • Inner courtyard view
    • Garden view
    • View
    Building Characteristics
    • Private apartment in building
    • Semi-detached
    Transportation
    • Shuttle service
      Additional charge
    • Public transit tickets
      Additional charge
    • Airport shuttle
      Additional charge
    Front Desk Services
    • Invoice provided
    • Concierge
    • Baggage storage
    • Express check-in/out
    Entertainment & Family Services
    • Board games/Puzzles
    • Books, DVDs or music for children
    • Board games/puzzles
    Cleaning Services
    • Laundry
      Additional charge
    Miscellaneous
    • Adults only
    • Smoke-free property
    • Heating
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Safety & security
    • Smoke alarms
    • Key access
    • Carbon monoxide detector
    Languages Spoken
    • English

    House rules

    The Artist's Retreat takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM

    You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.

    Check-out

    From 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to apartment type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children not allowed.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    There's no capacity for cribs at this property.

    This property doesn't offer extra beds.

    Age restriction

    The minimum age for check-in is 18

    Payments by Booking.com

    Booking.com takes your payment for this stay on behalf of the property, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.


    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Parties

    Parties/events are not allowed

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

    FAQs about The Artist's Retreat

    • The Artist's Retreat is 1,950 feet from the center of Calstock. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • The Artist's Retreat can accommodate this group size:

      • 2 guests

      For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • Yes, there are options at this property that have a terrace. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at The Artist's Retreat on this page.

    • The Artist's Retreat has the following number of bedrooms:

      • 1 bedroom

      For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • Check-in at The Artist's Retreat is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

    • The Artist's Retreat offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Hiking
      • Fishing
      • Canoeing
      • Windsurfing
      • Movie nights
      • Bike tours
      • Stand-up comedy
      • Live music/Performance
      • Walking tours
      • Beach

    • The prices at The Artist's Retreat may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Yes, The Artist's Retreat is popular with guests booking family stays.