Riverside camping near Penzance

47km from Penzance · 3 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping

2 sites to stay ruby rose for chalet or jasmine pitch for van This secret garden's is surrounded by the fields and tall hedges, a magical place, it’s in a world of its own and will certainly make those memories. * Private spacious camping in a very peaceful and beautiful space just for you and your favorites ! either with chalet on its own, van, tents or both :) chalet with double bed, single bed, bathroom, shower, tv mini kitchen, plates, kettle, cutlery, pots & pans, outside washing up area Chill in your massive jacuzzi with a your favourite drink and best tunes 🎶 (add on for Jasmine) * Picnic bench, garden, hot shower, flushing toilet, firepit (add on for Jasmine) * A very special gated garden to spend time out with your favourite people. Family friendly You may spot wild pheasants, chickens, indian runner ducks, our super friendly Bengal Cats! if you like them!😻 Your own furry friends are welcome as it is a gated secure garden. Enjoy the fire pit (wood and firelighters can be brought in advance) or bring your own :) Your car/van can park right outside the gate to your secret garden. (jasmine is another pitch) Lovely walk down the bottom of our lane to river gannel, bring your own paddle boards, kayaks, yourself for a swim :) From the river gannel if you walk from your garden it will take you to crantock beach and quant village, including the 2 local pubs worth a visit if your into our local history. Trenance 15 minute walk 0r 3 minute drive (walk the country back lane here to Trenance via river gannel for a beautiful nature walk) *Horse riding along the river gannel at Trenance riding stables *Trenance Boating lake, Tea rooms, rose gardens and Boat hire *Trenance Play park for the kids 5 mins walk to esso/budgens for essentials 24 hour 5 Mins car ride to the quant Crantock Village beach, or long walk to the beach. Tearooms, the outstanding C-bay day spa for an extra special day out. 1.2 miles into town, 10 min car ride to Newquay town centre to visit our beautiful Cornish beaches, harbour (fishing trips) golf course, chip shops, deliveroo do deliver here :) Lifts i can do for £10 back from town before 12am if your stuck :) Bus direct into Newquay town Center or any other part of Cornwall 4 minute walk down the lane :)

2. The Enchanted Wilderness

93%

(43)

103km from Penzance · 6 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping

Simple riverside camping pitches in the Tamar Valley on the edge of Dartmoor

3. Cornish Tipi Holidays & Camping

97%

(147)

76km from Penzance · 168 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping

Wake up to the sound of birdsong, go swimming before breakfast in the clear water of a secluded lake. Cook your bacon and eggs over an open fire while you plan your day, or just laze it away in the peace and quiet of your own personal tipi. You can always go fishing tomorrow, and walk along the cliffs the day after that… The site is a unique woodland valley folded around a clear, spring-fed lake created from the old Tregildrans Quarry. Our tipis and tent pitches are dotted about this secret 20 acres full of ferns, bluebells, oak and meadowsweet. Left in peace for many years there's been no modern chemicals or poisons on the land, meaning we've got bluebells, dormice, Red Admirals and shy woodland Jays for you to spot. It’s a place set apart from the rush and clutter of the modern holiday experience, with an atmosphere that makes you forget the world outside, and just lounge, ramble, or potter about in a boat. We're committed to giving you a genuinely individual service from first contact to your time staying with us. We established CTH in 1996. This was the first and we believe still is the best tipi holiday site in the UK. We know our area inside out and can always help with local knowledge or contacts if you need them. We want to offer our guests a sustainable holiday. A return to real camping means the lowest possible impact on the land and environment - our tipi poles don’t even break the surface of the earth. Your footprint while here could only be bettered by a survival expert. You don't have to fly! a major bonus, and we source all our wood, fish and canvas locally and work with local people wherever possible.

4. Wolf Meadows Farm

148km from Penzance · 20 units · Tents, Motorhomes

(1)

Relaxed camping in a riverside meadow in north Devon

5. Coverack Camping & Glamping

99%

(200)

33km from Penzance · 162 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping

Traditional family camping near Coverack, with the promise of coast, countryside and Cornish ice cream

6. Pleasant Streams Farm Camping

91%

(70)

55km from Penzance · 67 units · Tents, Glamping

Lakeside camping with streams, rope swings and farmyard animals in rural Cornwall

7. Ruby Country Camping

128km from Penzance · 6 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping

(30)

A natural, spacious meadow campsite perfect for exploring North Devon and Cornwall

8. Glamping, wild swimming, tennis

101km from Penzance · 3 units · Glamping

(4)

Yurts on a farm site with its own riverside beach in Devon’s Tamar Valley

9. Gatcombe Park Farm Glamping

85%

(17)

139km from Penzance · 13 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping

Adult-only camping and glamping within striking distance of Totnes and the South Devon coast.

10. Rushford Shepherd's Hut

83%

137km from Penzance · 1 unit · Glamping

A dog-friendly shepherd's hut in the Teign Valley at the heart of Dartmoor National Park

11. Camp Bedrock

101km from Penzance · 1 unit · Tent, Motorhome

Almost wild waterside camping on Cornwall’s Rame Peninsula

12. Summit Camping Panoramic views

83%

(3)

101km from Penzance · 33 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping

Cornish camping at the foot of Kit Hill in an area of outstanding natural beauty

13. Wylde Valley Camping

97%

(16)

99km from Penzance · 132 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping

14. Ro Dama Community Farm

85%

(26)

18km from Penzance · 4 units · Tents

Rooted in the Dowr Konor watershed and overlooking St Ives’ Bay in Kernow/Cornwall, Ro Dama invites you into our space for connection, regeneration and rewilding of ourselves, our communities, our culture & heritage and our land. On site, we have a variety of pitch types, private, communal and camper van spots. we have a couple of young pups on site who are being a bit territorial, we therefore advise that it is not suitable for dogs at this time.

15. FOX FARM MOTORHOME AND CARAVAN PARK

67%

3.2km from Penzance · 4 units · Motorhomes

A peaceful farm setting within two miles of Penzance, Mounts bay and the moors of West Penwith. Lots of great coast and countryside walks with 20 acres of ancient woodland adjoining the park. Generous hard standing pitches with water and electricity, there are shower and toilet facilities on site.

16. Mushroom Meadow, Cornwall UK

18km from Penzance · 10 units · Tents, Motorhomes

(9)

Centrally located yet quiet, secluded and flat two-acre meadow with 9 large grass pitches each mowed for privacy within natural wildflower borders. Clean and well looked after composting toilets, hot gas showers, fire pits, free scrap wood and a quiet woodland to immerse yourself in, next to the stream. Mushroom Meadow and the adjoining woodland are nestled at the bottom of our picturesque 50 acre family farm - with the stream at it's southerly border. Access is via a long farm track (about 750m) and is clearly signed once you arrive at our farm. The numbered pitches are thoughtfully spaced across the entire meadow. Perfect for those who like lots of space and for children who like to run free. An ideal West Cornwall location (10 min drive to both North and South coasts) - you can walk into our village of Praze and Beeble to visit the local pub, village shop or famous Philps Bakery for all your pasty needs!

17. Cotna Eco Retreat

55km from Penzance · 5 units · Glamping

(10)

An peaceful, eco heaven near the coast, on a 10-acre organic smallholding in Cornwall with yurts, a shepherd’s hut and a strawbale barn

18. Yarde Orchard Bunkhouse & Camping

133km from Penzance · 2 units · Tents

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Tent pitches on a nearly wild grass site with hot shower and toilet. 1 eco-lodge. The heart of our site is our café, where you'll experience the warmest hospitality and the most mouth watering meals. Our café is a haven for cyclists and nature lovers. Enjoy breakfasts that fuel your day, lunches that satisfy your cravings, and dinners that leave you content and ready for another adventure. Pitch your tent on a private grass field, picnic tables and fire pit available and with the dark skies, you can see the milky way. Owls and bats will be your neighbours. We have direct access to the Tarka Trail, a long distance cycle and footpath here in North Devon. So get ready for your Devon Coast to Coast adventure, we're a perfect stop off mid way through your journey. We're on the Sustrans route 27 and 3. We are accredited with Freedom Camping. For North Devon’s bigger attractions, Exmoor and the coast, you’ll need to get in the car but neither are too far and driving through countryside to get there is a delight. Great Torrington is our closet town and has everything you need for a great holiday. Bideford is around 9 miles away, beyond which it’s not too far to the harbour village of Appledore, or the expansive beach at Westward Ho! It’s 25 miles to the edge of Exmoor or Dartmoor and to Woolacombe’s award winning golden sandy beach. All of Devon is within reach of a day trip but you wouldn’t know it when you’re back on site listening to the sounds of nature and watching the stars come out in the dark, dark skies above, listening to the owls calling.

19. Elmar's Place

60%

109km from Penzance · 2 units · Tents

Nearly wild camping on the border of Devon and Cornwall

20. Dartmoor Domes

113km from Penzance · 4 units · Glamping

(34)

Geodesic glamping domes with a ceiling that lets you stargaze and a dark-sky setting on the edge of Dartmoor

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Wylde Valley Camping

97%

(16)

99km from Penzance · 132 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping

Ro Dama Community Farm

85%

(26)

18km from Penzance · 4 units · Tents

Rooted in the Dowr Konor watershed and overlooking St Ives’ Bay in Kernow/Cornwall, Ro Dama invites you into our space for connection, regeneration and rewilding of ourselves, our communities, our culture & heritage and our land. On site, we have a variety of pitch types, private, communal and camper van spots. we have a couple of young pups on site who are being a bit territorial, we therefore advise that it is not suitable for dogs at this time.

FOX FARM MOTORHOME AND CARAVAN PARK

67%

3.2km from Penzance · 4 units · Motorhomes

A peaceful farm setting within two miles of Penzance, Mounts bay and the moors of West Penwith. Lots of great coast and countryside walks with 20 acres of ancient woodland adjoining the park. Generous hard standing pitches with water and electricity, there are shower and toilet facilities on site.

Mushroom Meadow, Cornwall UK

18km from Penzance · 10 units · Tents, Motorhomes

(9)

Centrally located yet quiet, secluded and flat two-acre meadow with 9 large grass pitches each mowed for privacy within natural wildflower borders. Clean and well looked after composting toilets, hot gas showers, fire pits, free scrap wood and a quiet woodland to immerse yourself in, next to the stream. Mushroom Meadow and the adjoining woodland are nestled at the bottom of our picturesque 50 acre family farm - with the stream at it's southerly border. Access is via a long farm track (about 750m) and is clearly signed once you arrive at our farm. The numbered pitches are thoughtfully spaced across the entire meadow. Perfect for those who like lots of space and for children who like to run free. An ideal West Cornwall location (10 min drive to both North and South coasts) - you can walk into our village of Praze and Beeble to visit the local pub, village shop or famous Philps Bakery for all your pasty needs!

Cotna Eco Retreat

55km from Penzance · 5 units · Glamping

(10)

An peaceful, eco heaven near the coast, on a 10-acre organic smallholding in Cornwall with yurts, a shepherd’s hut and a strawbale barn

Yarde Orchard Bunkhouse & Camping

133km from Penzance · 2 units · Tents

(1)

Tent pitches on a nearly wild grass site with hot shower and toilet. 1 eco-lodge. The heart of our site is our café, where you'll experience the warmest hospitality and the most mouth watering meals. Our café is a haven for cyclists and nature lovers. Enjoy breakfasts that fuel your day, lunches that satisfy your cravings, and dinners that leave you content and ready for another adventure. Pitch your tent on a private grass field, picnic tables and fire pit available and with the dark skies, you can see the milky way. Owls and bats will be your neighbours. We have direct access to the Tarka Trail, a long distance cycle and footpath here in North Devon. So get ready for your Devon Coast to Coast adventure, we're a perfect stop off mid way through your journey. We're on the Sustrans route 27 and 3. We are accredited with Freedom Camping. For North Devon’s bigger attractions, Exmoor and the coast, you’ll need to get in the car but neither are too far and driving through countryside to get there is a delight. Great Torrington is our closet town and has everything you need for a great holiday. Bideford is around 9 miles away, beyond which it’s not too far to the harbour village of Appledore, or the expansive beach at Westward Ho! It’s 25 miles to the edge of Exmoor or Dartmoor and to Woolacombe’s award winning golden sandy beach. All of Devon is within reach of a day trip but you wouldn’t know it when you’re back on site listening to the sounds of nature and watching the stars come out in the dark, dark skies above, listening to the owls calling.

Elmar's Place

60%

109km from Penzance · 2 units · Tents

Nearly wild camping on the border of Devon and Cornwall

Dartmoor Domes

113km from Penzance · 4 units · Glamping

(34)

Geodesic glamping domes with a ceiling that lets you stargaze and a dark-sky setting on the edge of Dartmoor

Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

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Emma

September 2025

Tent

5 nights at Mushroom Meadow, Cornwall UK

We loved the location, tucked down a farm track, in the shelter of a lovely wooded river. Great eco facilities, we love a composting loo and the outdoor showers were fabulous. Tim on site was really helpful and friendly. Gorgeous, generous pitches and so peaceful. The wash up area in the wood is a lovely spot but a little far from the site and in the less sunny months would get a bit waterlogged I'd imagine. It was no bother to us as we boiled water and washed up on our pitch, but might be an issue at a busier time perhaps. We loved our stay, good value, a great site with a fabulous ethos. Right up our street, would wholeheartedly recommend. The river walk is a lovely amenity and lots of places are easy to reach from it's central location.

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Charlotte

August 2025

Tent

1 night at The Enchanted Wilderness

Lovely site, great amenities that were also eco friendly, river is right there for a swim or kayak and the morning views were beautiful. We were the only campers so it was super quiet but Jonathan was close by if we had any issues. Would have loved to have stayed longer!

Railway 2 - Wild Camping - Private Pitch

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Alejandra

August 2025

Tent

With kids

My family and I loved the campsite. We were 10 people: 7 adults and 3 5-year-old children. We chose one of the private sites and brought 4 tents. The site was large and private. We enjoyed 3 nights there and plan to return sometime soon. We cooked over a lovely campfire, which the kids loved. They also went canoeing one morning, completing a fascinating trip.

Wild Camping - Communal Meadow Tent Pitch

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Nick

August 2025

Tent

With kids

An interesting and wonderful spot that is a superb location for cornwall adventures and an incredible campsite with the lake and restaurant! They need to sort out the hot water and when they do it will be 5/5!

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Mark

August 2025

Tent

I stayed in Gosels as a private pitch and absolutely loved it. The campsite was perfect blend of eco/modern (compostable/flushable toilets and hot showers) within a tranquil setting. I liked how the campsite was used in a traditional sense for escape keeping noise and disturbance down to a minimum. The quarry lake was a great area for a splash around and cool down. Though used heavily by young families, had enough space for all. I already miss my chicken and rabbit friends seen daily on my pitch. The location of the site was perfect for me to make some visits out to North Cornwalls surrounding beaches and beauty spots. Well worth the trip.

Wild Camping - Private Pitch - Bluebell Bank

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anna

August 2025

Tent

With kids

136km from Penzance · 1 unit · Glamping

This is wonderful. The private pitches for wild camping are perfect for a family holiday. What a beautiful place teeming with wildlife and beautiful swimming.

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Sarah

August 2025

Tent

With kids

7 nights at Mushroom Meadow, Cornwall UK

We’ve just got back from a fantastic week at Mushroom meadow. The site was just perfect - spacious pitches in a gorgeous surrounding with never a queue for the loo and plenty of hot water for the showers! We found loads to do nearby on both the north and south coasts and really appreciated Clare’s helpful local knowledge and tips too. Thank you so much for a great week - super hosts and we particularly loved our evening fires with Tim. Highly recommended.

View showing how private and tucked away the tent pitches are!

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Med

August 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to The Enchanted Wilderness

Beautiful campsite with beautiful surroundings. Great value would recommend

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Suzie

August 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to The Enchanted Wilderness

A stunning location that was relaxing and nourishing. Jonathan was welcoming and we loved the Runner ducks too!

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Claire

August 2025

Tent

1 night at Ro Dama Community Farm

such welcoming place and people. If you love Nature and Humans, this your place. You get a private camping spot, wood for Fire, beautiful sunsets, I even got a delicious warm shower and offered beatroot and salad. A lovely community made of real people I highly recommend for people who really love camping Claire

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Claire

August 2025

Tent

1 night at Ro Dama Community Farm

If you love wild camping, and truly love Nature and Life, it's a wonderful place to camp for a few days, very welcoming people and beauty around.

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Hilary

August 2025

Tent

1 night at The Enchanted Wilderness

My pitch had a fabulous view of the River Tamar. The site was super quiet and all features for basic camping as described, i.e. shower and composting loo. Handy to be on the Tamara Coast to Coast Path as well.

John

August 2025

5 m pop-up camper

With pets

Weekend Trip to The Enchanted Wilderness

What a campsite great view of the river with access to swim, paddle board etc Lovely and quiet just wildlife that can be heard Jonathan was most helpful can’t recommend this enough if you like getting back to basics away from the noise

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Sharon

August 2025

3 nights at The Secret Garden

I travelled with two older grandsons. We were delighted with the space and facilities. I’m from that area but had no idea that this Secret Garden was there! A pullout bed made sleeping for 3 adults possible. Nice little shower room and cooking equipment good. Outside seating area and hot tub were wonderful. We made fires each night and sat out late with hot chocolate to see the stars. Fun swing (log on a rope) was enjoyed by all of us. The boys were surprised and delighted as was I Sheryl communicated by message and was so helpful. The fresh eggs (option) were delicious. Hope to return again.

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Callum

July 2025

Tent

With kids

2 nights at Ro Dama Community Farm

A rough and ready site in a wonderful remote location in the hills, west facing so amazing sun sets. Compost loos and hot showers. Community gardens and lots of intertesting site projects. 30 - 45 min walk from amazing coastline.

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Nik

July 2025

Tent

With kids

2 nights at Ruby Country Camping

Amazing place to stay, stunning grounds, excellent facilities and games/activities for the kids. Marc and Dinah were perfect hosts and lovely to deal with. Will definitely return. Highly recommended!!! 😊

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Callum

July 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Cornish Tipi Holidays & Camping

The lake was amazing - even better than the pictures. Beautiful private wooded sites running down the hill and a lovely set of open pitches at the top. The site staff were really friendly and helpful, with an excellent on site cafe for brunch and dinner. My daughter says her caramel cookie was the best she had ever eaten - high praise!

Pitch 7
Bell tent not included but you are welcome to bring your own. This is a 5 meter bell tent and there's still plenty of space to park your vehicle in the pitch too.

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Frances

July 2025

4 m Class B

3 nights at Mushroom Meadow, Cornwall UK

We had a really nice stay here. The site was quiet and peaceful and the host was very helpful. The little woodland at the end of the field is very nice for a stroll and we walked into the village which has an amazing bakery, shop, pub and fish and chip shop. Location is good for getting around Cornwall. Would definitely stay again.

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Danila

July 2025

Tent

4 nights at The Enchanted Wilderness

We had a wonderful stay in Jonathan's land. He is very welcoming and helpful. From the camp, we had beautiful views of the river and felt truly immersed in nature, surrounded by the silence. A compost toilet and a cute and spacious shower in a horse box were all the services we needed to make our stay comfortable. We would love to go back one day!

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Amy

July 2025

Tent

2 nights at Cornish Tipi Holidays & Camping

Such a wonderful campsite - a really relaxed, peaceful and quiet environment which is exactly what we wanted. We loved having the lake to cool off in too. We swam every day. We were in the ash acre site which was a particularly private spot. Helpful staff. Loos and showers all fine.

The best dog-friendly campsites near Penzance

Solitary Bee Retreat

Replenish and Rewild… …in this tranquil river valley. Spend time in retreat from the hustle and bustle of life in this beautiful and unique location where you will have the valley to yourselves. Perfect for a romantic night or two, a family wilderness adventure or a solitary retreat in the heart of South Devon’s beautiful rolling hills. Lie in the Tall Grass… ….counting butterflies and watching the buzzards fly overhead, serenaded by the buzzing of insects, birdsong and the chattering stream. Cool off by jumping in the waist deep plunge pool or relax in the hammock in the shade while your children splash about.

Yeworthy Eco Treehouse

118km from Penzance · 1 unit · Glamping

The Yeworthy Treehouse is a stunning eco-friendly, off-grid retreat set amongst the tree-tops and above a private lake. The cosy treehouse comes with a log-burner to keep you cosy and enjoys breathtaking views from the balcony. The surroundings are completely secluded and perfectly private - you will only have the birds and wild deer who roam the forest as neighbours. Guests can also enjoy the use of the summer-house, perfect for BBQs in the summer months, and the rowing boat on the lake. The tree-house is eco-friendly and totally off-grid so is perfect for those looking for a peaceful and undisturbed stay. The treehouse has a double bed with plenty of comfy cushions and pillows while the log-burning stove means you can stay warm and cosy, even on the colder nights. Logs can be purchased from the owners upon arrival for £5. A kettle can be boiled and basic cooking can be done on a 2 ring gas-fired camp stove, complete with kitchen utensils, pots and pans to rustle up a meal. Fresh water is provided for guests from a bowser. The private, eco-friendly, sawdust toilet is in a separate structure nestled amongst the trees. Please note there is no shower facility and guests will have to bring their own towels. Guests will be met by the owners who will transport you down to the treehouse in a jeep. Guests will have access to the jeep for the duration of their stay. The Yeworthy Treehouse is a perfect getaway for those who want to get back to nature, sleep amongst the stars and enjoy the peace and tranquility that the setting provides. Please note: From 1st October to 1st April each year, the boat will be out of commission and unavailable for guest use. This will be an ongoing seasonal closure each year. This property is for adult guests only. Unfortunately, we are unable to accommodate anyone under the age of 18.

Ekopod Glamping Site Cornwall

92km from Penzance · 1 unit · Glamping

(3)

Come “glamping” in Cornwall at award winning Ekopod, where you can relax in our luxurious pods, nestled in a beautiful rural landscape. Our tranquil glamping site is the perfect escape. Situated in beautiful countryside on the edge of Bodmin Moor we are still close enough the A30 and Atlantic Highway to make us a perfect base for exploring Cornwall. For extra relaxation, a wild spa is available to book on site (extra cost). During the day explore the North Cornwall beaches, or head to Bude, Boscastle, Tintagel, Port Isaac or The Eden Project. At night head back to your beautiful tent for alfresco dining by your stream and enjoy views of the milky way in this dark skies area.

Little Menherion

25km from Penzance · 3 units · Glamping

A magical log cabin in Cornwall with a wild jacuzzi, luxurious amenities, and nature galore.

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