Cornwall is a beautifully picturesque county filled with wonderful walks, sensational beaches, ancient fishing villages, adrenaline filled activities, some seriously amazing gardens and heaps of historic adventures. For many Cornwall is their go-to holiday destination year-in, year-out!
St. Mellion Estate is perfectly situated on the Devon & Cornwall border, offering the perfect base to explore the very best the South West has to offer.
Thanks to our mild climate, Cornish gardens are something to write home about. Discover the world’s largest greenhouses at The Eden Project, get lost under ancient canopies at the Lost Gardens of Heligan, or fall in love with the exotic paradises of Trebah and Glendurgan who each have their own secluded beach.
If you love a little bit of excitement with the added potential of thrills and spills, Cornwall is a hive of activity when it comes to adrenaline sports! You only need to drive 10 minutes from St. Mellion and you can be at Adrenalin Quarry , where you will fine fun galore! You can enjoy go-karting, jumping off a cliff with the quarry zip line, bouncing & sliding on the inflatable aqua park, not to mention swinging into oblivion on the giant swing. The fun doesn't stop there from mountain biking to tree surfing, SUP'ing to surfing and coasteering, you will need another holiday just to recover from this one!
From sweeping stretches of sandy shores, to dramatic steep-cliffed coves with wild waves crashing, there’s over 400 breathtaking beaches to explore...many of them can be found within a hour or so's drive from our doorstep. Places like Whitsand Bay, Newquay or Polzeath are some of the best to enjoy paddling, sea swimming, surfing, kitesurfing, body-boarding, SUP or just to have a walk along the beach.
A stroll along the Cornish part of the south west coastal path makes for the perfect afternoon out. You can enjoy a short stretch or plan a full day's hike along some of the most breathtaking landscapes. Along the way, you’ll likely see historic fishing ports like Looe or Polperro , as well as plenty of local wildlife, and if you're really lucky, you may even spot a seal!
Expect mighty coastal fortresses, rugged hilltop castles and endless historic treats and ancestral houses. We thoroughly recommend a day trip with a picnic to St Michaels Mount , Cothele , St Mawes or Tintagel .
Cornwall has been a natural home to inspiration, art and creativity since the early 19th century. So much so that, apart from London, you’ll find nowhere in the country that is home to more artists. Immerse yourself in some of this incredible Cornish culture and add the Minack Theatre , TateSt Ives and Tremenheere Sculpture Gardens on your to-do list.
St. Mellion sits on the border of both Devon & Cornwall, allowing you to enjoy the very best of both counties. We are a firm favourite for walking holidays, offering the perfect base for walking groups to return too after an exhilarating day on Dartmoor.
Not only can you find Bodmin Moor on our doorstep, there are endless woodland walks at Tamar Trials. Pack your best walking shoes as there is simply so much to explore!
