Tamar Castle

Discover the enchanting Tamar Castle, a historic gem nestled on the Cornish riverbank with stunning gardens and luxurious accommodation.

Fantastic castle

Fantastic castle and grounds. Have no hesitation in recommending this venue for a special occasion.

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Fantastic castle

Fantastic castle and grounds. Have no hesitation in recommending this venue for a special occasion.

10 Reviews

Overview

Sleeps 22
11 Bedrooms
10 Bathrooms

Property highlights

  • Private Pool
  • Wi-Fi/Internet
  • Pets on Request
  • Ground Floor Bed & Bath
Local Amenities
Nearest TownSaltash
(8km)
Nearest RestaurantThe Weary Friar Inn, Pillaton
(5.3km)
Nearest SupermarketWaitrose, Saltash
(6.4km)
Nearest GolfChina Fleet Country Club
(9.5km)

Tamar Castle holds a tranquil position on the Cornish bank of the River Tamar, just fifteen minutes away from the town of Saltash, often regarded as the “Gateway to Cornwall”. The Castle makes a completely unique setting for a holiday, special celebration or wedding and the wonderful memories will certainly last a lifetime.

Dating back to 1698, Tamar Castle boasts infinite charm and character while still possessing all the modern amenities you could possibly need for a contented and relaxed stay. The living accommodation is ideal for socialising and comprises of the elegant drawing room complete with roaring open fire, a formal dining room with seating for twenty-two, a sunny morning room and a fully-equipped family kitchen. The Castle can comfortably sleep up to twenty-two guests across its eleven beautifully-appointed bedrooms, nine of which boast en-suite facilities. On the ground floor is the first of the bedrooms, specially designed with those who struggle with mobility in mind. Upstairs, on the first floor, are a further eight sumptuous, en-suite bedrooms, a number of which can be set up with twin beds on request. The final two bedrooms are situated in the castellated turrets and share a family bathroom.

The gardens are as equally impressive, with fifty-five acres of woodland grounds to explore, there are plenty of beautiful walks to enjoy. During the Summer months, the solar-heated swimming pool is the place to be and provides hours of fun for the whole family! There are multiple terraces complete with dining facilities, ideal for al fresco dining or simply enjoying a peaceful drink in the magnificent surroundings.

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What Oliver loves...

  • Magnificent location for exploring all that Devon and Cornwall, with sandy beaches, picturesque villages and beautiful countryside in easy reaching distance
  • During the Summer, hours of fun will be spent splashing around in the solar-powered swimming pool!
  • Steeped in history, Tamar Castle boasts elegant interiors throughout making it the perfect setting for a special occasion stay
  • There is a disabled-friendly bedroom and wheelchair access on the ground floor - ideal for any guests with mobility difficulties

What you should know

  • Children should be supervised by a responsible adult at all times when in or in the vicinity of the swimming pool and when exploring the large grounds due to the access to the River Tamar
  • While nine of the bedrooms feature en-suite facilities, two share the use of a family bathroom
  • There are 3 cots and 3 blow up beds available (12 yrs and younger) at £30 each. Also, 3 highchairs and stairgate (no charge).
  • Solar-heated outdoor swimming pool (open for swimming from April to October and available unheated throughout the winter as a “cold plunge”)
  • Private sauna, seating up to 8 guests (with 1 session included within your stay, additional sessions charged at £50 for 1-2 hours)

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