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About this property

Historic Setting: The Victorian Police Station in Launceston offers a unique homestay experience within a historic building. Guests enjoy a terrace and free WiFi, providing a relaxing and connected stay. Comfortable Amenities: The property features a shared kitchen, outdoor seating area, and family rooms. Additional amenities include a washing machine, private bathroom, and free on-site private parking. Live music events enhance the atmosphere. Prime Location: Located 38 mi from Newquay Cornwall Airport, the homestay is a 5-minute walk from Launceston Castle. Nearby attractions include Morwellham Quay (16 mi) and Cotehele House (16 mi). Highly rated for its friendly host, convenient location, and proximity to castles.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

    • Breakfast Info

    • Continental

    • Free Private Parking Available On Site


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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Nadene
    Australia Australia
    Great room. Large, self contained room, microwave and fridge. Comfortable bed, separate dining area and nice bathroom. Owner was great and advised us on places to go for a drink and eat. We were able to use the washing machine. Parking is off...
  • Peter
    Australia Australia
    The owner was a really nice chap who showed us around the guesthouse including the wonderful job he has done converting the prison cells into comfortable rooms. Our room was really large, yet perfectly warm. A private kitchen and continental...
  • Ronald
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    We arrived and were greeted with a smile shown to our room very clean we were self catering but we were left milk breakfast food tea and coffee given our keys and door code next day were given a tour of the old cells they were being refurbished...
  • Lisa
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Great location, good facilities, comfortable, friendly host.
  • Gordon
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Light Breakfast items provided and replenished when necessary for self service in room. Toaster, kettle, microwave and fridge. Use of main kitchen by arrangement to cook main meals which is a plus. All Toiletries provided which is great. Extras...
  • Robsl1
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The apartment was larger than expected and was very clean throughout. Situated in the centre of Launceston but not at all noisy. It's the perfect base. WiFi was excellent. The owners supply croissants, milk, butter cereal etc in the apartment for...
  • Paul
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    We had 3 great nights stay,it was great. Ziggy greeted us on arrival, giving us a very warm welcome, nothing was to much trouble. The room was just what we needed, in fact brilliant and plenty of information for you to read.well done Ziggy we will...
  • Joanne
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    We were welcomed by very helpful Ziggy. This apartment had everything we needed for a comfortable stay including the comfy bed. Excellent shower, plenty of hot water. Fridge in separate dining area & items left for breakfast. Brilliant, would...
  • Sue
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Ziggy made an excellent host. The apartment was clean and comfortable.
  • R
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Comfortable good -sized double bed; clean; pleasant room with all the facilities one needs; welcoming & helpful hosts; very good self-service continental breakfast; excellent location both to get into town centre by foot(few mins only) & close to...

Hosted by Emma and Ziggy

9.8
Host Review Score
Emma and Ziggy
Our property was built in 1886 and served as the County Police Station until 1977. We still have the original Victorian Police cells with original doors and features onsite. The cells have been renovated and we are now renting those out to guests as well! The building is solid stone/slate with the original sash windows and has all the wonderful quirks and character of a beautiful old building. We are very fortunate to have some stunning views across the Kensey Valley, Lanstefan (St Stephens), and Launceston Castle, as well as to live in a very quiet part of town, despite being minutes walk from the medieval town market square, the castle, and the shops! If you need to get a taxi or you come without a car, and need a lift somewhere within a reasonable distance, please do feel free to ask Emma or Ziggy for a lift as we have been happy to oblige, if we are about when you need to go out! We are working our way around the building, improving and restoring it to its former glory as well as the outside spaces, which we will be working on in 2025. We are fortunate to have a private car park at the rear of the property and a barn, that used to house the police horses and carriages, which functions as a car port at the moment. We will be converting this into further accommodation, eventually. We feel very privileged to be the current custodians of the Old Police Station and hope, very much, that you will enjoy your stay with us!
My Dad (Ziggy) and I, jointly own the Old Police Station. Ziggy is a very gifted cabinet maker, interior designer, luthier, artist, and musician. Emma is also a musician, and has a varied career as a psychologist, art historian, consultant trainer, and artist/crafter. Emma runs the successful Launceston Folk Club that runs 2-3 events every month. We have had some amazing musicians coming to Launceston, many of whom have also stayed with us including, Fairport Convention, Peter Knight's Gigspanner, Ric Sanders & Vo Fletcher, Martin Carthy, Anna Ryder, Mike Silver, Steve Tilston, Emily Slade, Jim Causley, The Stowes, Sarah McQuaid, and others. So do ask us about the 2025 programmes, if that interests you. We love being part of the local music scene, regularly playing live at the local Bell Inn (you must go there when you stay ;) ) on the second Sunday of the month. There are lots of local music nights in Launceston and Emma runs some of the Wednesday music nights at Launceston's own artisan brewery, Firebrand Taproom. We love meeting people and sharing our renovation project journey with those who are interested. We are friendly and approachable so, please, do come and ask us if you need anything or want to know more about the local area, attractions, and businesses. Also, do let us know if you have any continental breakfast preferences. We generally supply things like Croissants, cereals, Jam, Butter, Tea, Coffee, Milk, which are in your room when you arrive, but please let us know if you prefer something else. We cannot provide cooked breakfast but can recommend local cafes where you can find a nice breakfast. We look forward to meeting you! :)
There is so much to do both in Launceston and within a short distance. The town itself is full of friendly and welcoming people and you will find people most helpful. We like to use local businesses so, if you see something in the house you like the look of, we can point you in the direction of the business who made it! We are situated in between Bodmin Moor and Dartmoor and only 20 minutes or so from the coast and from amazing places such as Tintagel Castle and Boscastle, on the north coast!
Language spoken: English

Area info

Amenities of Victorian Police Station - flexible suite, self contained

Great facilities! Review score, 9.5

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Breakfast

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet

View

  • Landmark view
  • View

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Kitchen

  • Shared kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Washing machine
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Fold-up bed

Activities

  • Live music/Performance
    Off-site

Living Area

  • Dining area
  • Sitting area
  • Desk

Media & Technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • TV

Food & Drink

  • Tea/Coffee maker

Internet
Wifi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is needed).

    Front Desk Services

    • Invoice provided

    Entertainment & Family Services

    • Board games/Puzzles

    Safety & security

    • Fire extinguishers
    • Smoke alarms

    General

    • Smoke-free property
    • Heating
    • Private entrance
    • Carpeted
    • Family rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Iron

    Accessibility

    • Entire unit located on ground floor

    Languages Spoken

    • English

    House rules

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    Check-in
    From 3:00 PM to 9:00 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 accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    0 - 4 years
    Extra bed upon request
    Free
    5+ years
    Extra bed upon request
    £10 per person, per night

    Prices for extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

    The number of extra beds allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

    There are no cribs available at this property.

    All extra beds are subject to availability.

    No age restriction
    There's no age requirement for check-in
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.
    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
    Quiet hours
    Guests need be quiet between 12:00 AM and 7:00 AM.

    The fine print

    Must-know information for guests at this property

    Please inform Victorian Police Station - flexible suite, self contained of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

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

    Quiet hours are between 00:00:00 and 07:00:00.

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