Bosinver Farm

Top choice in South Cornwall


There's a cottage to suit pretty much every need at this place near Saint Austell, from modern eco-bungalows to traditional stone farmhouses, all with a cheery, vaguely retro decor inside. There are twenty in all, spread out over 35 acres of grounds – it's a bit like a mini-hamlet, encompassing woodland, meadow and open countryside, and very kid-friendly.


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