Business Details
Your Home Away From Home in Cornwall's Countryside
Mudgeon Vean offers self-catering holiday cottages nestled in an 18th-century farmstead within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Our properties, including the accessible Valley View Cottage, combine historical charm with modern comforts, featuring oak beams, log fires, and panoramic countryside views. We cater to families, walkers, and nature enthusiasts, providing a peaceful retreat with easy access to Cornwall's coastal footpaths, beaches, and cultural attractions.Our farm remains a working agricultural space, home to livestock and wildlife, while offering guests dedicated play areas, indoor games rooms, and guided woodland walks. With over two decades of experience hosting visitors, we prioritise guest comfort through meticulous maintenance, flexible booking options, and curated local knowledge to enhance your Cornish holiday experience.
Services
Valley View Cottage
Badger Cottage
Swallow Cottage
Swift Cottage
Cornish Farm Holidays
Highlights and features
- Valley View Cottage offers full wheelchair accessibility with level access
- Enclosed children's play areas with outdoor and indoor facilities
- Direct access to National Trust footpaths and 10-minute drive to beaches
- Family-run farm with 20+ years of holiday hosting experience
- Pet-friendly cottages with secure outdoor spaces
Associations and certifications
- Enjoy England Gold Award
What people say
Peaceful location
Beautiful views
Family-friendly amenities
Comfortable cottages
Stunning scenery
Services
Valley View Cottage
Purpose-built accessible holiday cottage with level access throughout. Features include oak beams from ancient woodlands, vaulted ceilings, underfloor heating, and panoramic valley views. Sleeps four guests with one king-size and one zip-and-link bedroom. Includes modern kitchen, lounge with leather seating, and private garden with patio.
Badger Cottage
Grade-II listed 18th-century cottage converted from a cowhouse. Offers traditional charm with log-burning stove, beamed ceilings, and enclosed garden. Sleeps four guests across two bedrooms with modernised shower facilities. Located adjacent to the main farmhouse with parking for two vehicles.
Swallow Cottage
Converted milking parlour cottage with open-plan living space and log fires. Accommodates four guests in one double and one bunk bedroom. Features include private patio area, storage heaters, and proximity to communal play facilities. Weekly bookings run Friday to Friday.
Swift Cottage
Barn conversion with traditional Cornish stone walls and wooden beams. Sleeps four across two bedrooms with bath and overhead shower. Includes private enclosed yard, stable doors, and easy access to coastal footpaths. Weekly bookings operate Saturday to Saturday.
Family Amenities
Comprehensive guest amenities include children's play areas with swings and climbing frames, indoor games room with table tennis, and woodland walking trails. Farm animals and wildlife enhance the rural experience. Secure parking, Wi-Fi, and flexible booking options available for all cottages.
People
Sarah Trewhella
Owner
Third-generation Cornish resident managing Mudgeon Vean with her husband Jem. Combines farming heritage with hospitality experience to maintain the farm's historical integrity while modernising guest accommodations. Direct point of contact for bookings and guest inquiries.
Jem Trewhella
Owner
Co-owner and farm manager with deep local knowledge. Oversees property maintenance and agricultural operations while ensuring guest comfort. Works alongside Sarah to preserve the estate's natural beauty and provide authentic rural experiences for visitors.
Questions
Are the cottages suitable for guests with mobility requirements?
Valley View Cottage offers full wheelchair accessibility with level access, wide doorways, and adapted bathroom facilities. Other cottages have varying accessibility features detailed in their individual descriptions.
Can we bring pets to the farm cottages?
One well-behaved small short-haired dog is permitted in Swallow Cottage for a £25 charge. Other cottages may accommodate pets by prior arrangement - please check specific cottage policies before booking.
What local attractions are near Mudgeon Vean?
Within 15 minutes' drive: Helford Estuary, Gear Farm Shop, and Mawgan village. 20-30 minutes reach St Anthony's beaches, Kennack Sands, and Coverack fishing village. Eden Project and Tintagel Castle are within one-hour drive.
How do booking and availability work?
All bookings operate through our partners Helpful Holidays. Weekly rentals typically run Friday-Friday or Saturday-Saturday depending on cottage. Short breaks available off-peak, including Christmas periods. Check real-time availability online.
What amenities are included in the cottages?
All properties include bedding, towels, Wi-Fi, kitchen equipment, and heating. Specific amenities vary - Valley View has underfloor heating, Badger Cottage features a wood-burning stove, while Swallow and Swift offer storage heaters.
Are there facilities for children at the farm?
Yes, we provide enclosed play areas with swings, climbing frames, and ball game spaces. An indoor games room with table tennis and pool table caters to older children. Farm animals and supervised wildlife exploration enhance family stays.
Reviews (1)
Andrew Terry
Dec 07, 2019
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Great place to stay. Table tennis kept us occupied in evenings. Went for s walk round the farm and saw my first live Badger. Jem and Sarah really friendly.
