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Highlights

Cornish barn conversion
Fully-catered if you take the Mill or both properties
Heated pool from April to October
Very eco-friendly with geothermal heating and solar power
Separate games room for kids of all ages

Guestbook

'Thank you; we have had the most fun, relaxing time because at every turn you had thought through all our needs...and our children's! Great food with flexible delivery and outdoor hot showers for wetsuits were two of the many highlights. We will be back!'
'An idyllic place to stay for adults and children alike. We all had a superb time. The children loved the gardens, outdoors and the games room'

Smith tip

Mesmear proves that luxury can be environmentally friendly; we were fascinated by the ground source heat pump (no, really!). A network of pipes buried in a neighbouring field is heated by the surrounding soil and the heat is slowly accumulated by a pump. This system is enough to keep the houses nice and warm and even produce hot water. OK, enough of the science lesson… but we think it’s brilliant.

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Mesmear

Cornwall, United Kingdom[view map]

Style
Eco-friendly farm
Setting
North Cornish coast

Three-day breaks in the Mill have been reduced to £1,900; week from £3,500.

This stretch of north Cornwall is nature in the raw – a wild coastline of bright sunshine, crashing surf and rugged cliffs. When Alan and Tessa Rose bought these 18th-century barns made from Cornish slate and stone, there wasn’t even running water or electricity. By ingeniously harnessing the elements they had, they created two eco-friendly houses that are still uncompromisingly luxurious. Even the heated swimming-pool is solar powered. With chic interiors of soft colours and natural materials, Mesmear is perfect for family holidays and relaxing rural retreats.

Need to know

Rates
Weekly rates range from £700 to £1,500 self-catering in the Calf's House, £900–£2,000 in the Barn and between £2,000 to £6,000 in the Mill, which includes a private chef and all catering.
Sleeps
The Mill sleeps 6 adults and 4 children; the Barn and the Calf's House both sleep 4 people. The properties can be rented separately.
Ideal for
House parties, birthday celebrations and relaxing 'fluffy robe' weekend breaks.
Minimum hire
Weekly hire during school holidays, Christmas and Easter. Short breaks are available at other times of the year.
Booking process
Smith deposit taken when you book. 15 per cent is due when booking. The balance is due 12 weeks before arrival. A £400 security deposit is requested. There are charges on cancellations with less than five months notice and no refund on cancellations less than 28 days before arrival.
Property style
Barn conversion
Grounds
Mesmear’s two properties are surrounded by child-friendly landscaped gardens and 160 acres of farmland
Also
Smoking is not permitted inside the houses, and pets are not allowed. All the sculptures and paintings are by local artists and some of the art is for sale, so it’s worth asking if you spot something you really like.

In the know

Eating and drinking
In the Mill: If you are renting this luxury lodge or two properties together, Colin the chef will prepare breakfast, a home-made cake for afternoon tea and a three-course evening meal. A selection of wine is included with dinner. Home-made children's suppers can also be prepared and served separately. You can fit 10 adults around the dining table. Most of the beef and lamb is reared on Mesmear farm itself. If you rent the Barn or Calf's House they are self-catering, however Colin, the chef can prepare homemade food on request that is delivered to your door. There is an honesty bar with beer, wine and spirits in all the houses on the farm.
Housekeeping
Provided at no extra cost: the Mill is cleaned every day; the Barn and Calf's House are cleaned midweek.
Entertainment
There are iPod docking stations, and you can play CDs on the DVD players in the sitting rooms.
Provided
Bed linen, towels, bathrobes, toiletries, bath salts, beach towels, hairdryers, buckets and spades. There’s a DVD library, phones and Internet connections in the sitting rooms.
Packing tips
You can hire wet suits and water sports gear in Polzeath, but if you bring your own there’s a separate drying room at Mesmear.
Eco policy
Mesmear is a great eco option; there's a geothermal heating system although solar panels proved problematic and are gone. Low-energy light bulbs and recycling bins reduce the environmental impact even further.

For a detailed description of all the rooms and grounds, click here

Also worth knowing

Children
The Mill has a children’s room with plenty of toys and games. There are no stair gates but the garden is safe and enclosed. Highchairs and cots are available on request. Walkie-talkies are also provided. Children’s menus can be arranged in advance.
Weddings
This property is suitable for weddings. More…

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Mesmear

Mesmear
St Minver
Cornwall PL27 6RA
PL27 6RA

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