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The Bailiff's House - Perfect for multiple dogs and their family.

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A rural property with a main house, a barn, and a fenced paddock.
A single-story house with a tiled roof, a front porch, and a gravel driveway.
A house with a stone wall and a wooden picnic table in the yard.
A compact kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, a stove, and a washing machine. There's a wooden table with chairs and a vase of flowers.
A kitchen with white cabinets, a stove, a sink, and a washing machine.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Games
    A rare find - enjoy a variety of games available on-site.

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Dog-friendly
  • Toys
  • Barbecue
  • Refrigerator
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Cornwall, ENG
  • Place, Camel Cycle Trail
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Cornwall National Landscape
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Bodmin Jail
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Airport, Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Bodmin

Located in Bodmin, this holiday home is in a rural area and by the sea. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Fistral Beach and Cornwall National Landscape, while Cornwall's Regimental Museum and Wheal Martyn China Clay Country Park are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Eden Project and Wadebridge Leisure Centre. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cave exploring and hunting nearby.
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Cornwall, ENG

What's nearby

  • Camel Cycle Trail - 11 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Cornwall National Landscape - 12 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Bodmin Jail - 16 min drive - 13.6 km
  • Retallack Water Sports - 16 min drive - 10.3 km
  • Lanhydrock House - 17 min drive - 18.1 km

Getting around

  • Roche Station - 13 min drive
  • Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Victoria Inn - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Granary - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Strong Adolfos - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Bailiff's House - Perfect for multiple dogs and their family. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 4 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at The Bailiff's House - Perfect for multiple dogs and their family. ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Bailiff's House - Perfect for multiple dogs and their family. ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Bailiff's House - Perfect for multiple dogs and their family. ?

Checkout is at 11:30 AM.

Where is The Bailiff's House - Perfect for multiple dogs and their family. located?

Located by the sea, this family-friendly holiday home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Camel Cycle Trail, Wadebridge Leisure Centre, and Cornwall National Landscape. Retallack Water Sports and Bodmin and Wenford Railway are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 62 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 62 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 62 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 62 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 62 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The overall experience with the property and host was very good and the host was very approachable person and easy to communicate with him. We enjoy our holiday very good in this property. I will surely recommend to my friends and family.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great for our family and two dogs, everywhere we wanted to go was half hour away

Great place just what we wanted
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing

Brilliant location lovely people can't wait to stay again 🤗
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Home from home

What a very cosy welcoming accommodation We felt right at home As did our two doggiesMy fiance enjoyed cooking on the rayburnLovely comfy bedGreat place to explore local villages and beachesWe also enjoyed star gazing as it's so dark at night and quiet. Our dogs loved all the space to explore which is fenced and very safe. We will be back for sure Thank you
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing bungalow

We had a great stay in The Bailiff's House, it has absolutely everything you could need. Great base for exploring. We didn't have dogs with us but i have told friends with dogs about it as it would be an ideal place for them with the facilities it has. It was lovely to come back to a nice warm place after mountain biking in the wet muddy weather.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A great two weeks away with the family and the dogs

We had an amazing break in perfect accommodation. We were joined by our adult children for the second week. Our Son and his Fiance stayed in the twin room, and our Daughter and her Husband stayed outside in their camper van! The cottage was clean and idealy suited to a rural break. The wifi was an unexpected bonus! We all had a great time. (ps The Rayburn makes the best jacket potatoes!)
Stayed 14 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely and Restful

We had a great time (June 2023). The bungalow is well equipped, kitchen appliances, TV, internet etc. A selection of good shops is reasonably close (eg Wadebridge 4 miles away) and there is lots of larder, fridge and freezer space. We had the benefit of good weather which made just sitting in the very large garden very relaxing. The garden is safely fenced for dogs, ours loved exploring. Caroline is very helpful.
Stayed 17 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing

We had such a great time at Bailiff's Cottage! It was exactly what we wanted for our stay in Cornwall. Fantastic location in the countryside right next to a livestock farm which gave our stay a lovely touch. It was great preparing our meals watching grazing animals right outside the kitchen window! Clean air, noise absence and the beautiful colors of the countryside did the rest! The cottage was perfect for the 5 of us and the garden was a bonus to our border collie who loved playing there with an eye to the cows and sheeps next door! Good location to explore Cornwall and no too far from beautiful beaches and stunning coastal sceneries! We can't wait to book another stay and highly recommend it to everyone who loves nature and peace. Our host left a welcome basket for us which was a lovely surprise. Definitely a beautiful holiday and a 5 star rating!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Dog friendly bungalow

We had a nice few days stay at the bungalow. It was spacious but in need of an update, especially the bedroom (mattress was extremely springy and needed extra padding) no logs on arrival so followed instructions to the barn where we found a huge pile of broken up fence and crate pieces next to a beautiful pile of logs that we weren't allowed to touch! Not sure it had the welcoming touch you want for paying guests! There was no welcome package on arrival- this maybe because we were staying only 3 days- however would've been a nice touch to pop a pint of milk in the fridge. Dog enjoyed the big garden and local area was beautiful.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 27 March 2020
Thank you for the information about the mattress - never having slept on it or received a complaint about it before, it is useful to know that not everybody finds it comfortable. At this time of year few guests want to light the wood burner however there was a bag of wood provided for your use in the garage. We do not provide logs for the wood burner but we do provide wood (as stated in the cottage information on this website) and feedback from some of our guests who have never used a wood burner before, has been rather in favour of the off cuts because they burn so easily. The logs that you saw belong to our friends who live in the farmhouse. They would have been more than happy to sell you some had you asked. The wood that we provide is free of charge. We do not provide welcome baskets for guests staying less than a week (again as stated in the information) but your remark about the pint of milk is duly noted.
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Surprising Disappointed, Dirty,Filthy, Unsafe, Needs a Good Clean, Updating, All Needs a overhaul ,

So disappointed in the accommodation not like on the advert so dirty everything needs taking out and replacing with new furniture, beds, kitchen wear, everything the kitchen was unfit to use only half the hob worked filthy pots and pots chips in plates and bowls the mattress were ripped and stained with the springs poking through fire alarm didn't work bathroom was filthy, and the bath floods onto the floor , electric heat in bathroom didn't work. The two electric heaters unsafe wires hanging out wheels broken, no front door key, had no water the first night for a family of six and our dog not good, dog mess all around the garden.A gardener turned up on the Thursday without us being informed, and it's not next to a farm it's next to the farm yard which was very noisy dogs barking . We had to clean the bathroom before using it the waste in the bath full of hair it smelt terrible the kitchen items we didn't use we went and bought are own mugs so could have drinks, after spending and going to find food and water on the first evening when we didn't know anywhere cause of the water problems it was a great start to the holiday and just went down hill from there, so disappointed this is just a few things wrong with the place it really needs to be checked before letting other poor people stay there. I messaged the lady to say the blind was broken and nothing from her. I would really like a call from the holiday company so l could tell you the rest not a good place to stay it cost enough we worked hard to pay for the holiday and still can't get over how disappointed we are.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice and quiet place
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Das Haus liegt in sehr ruhiger Lage neben einem Bauernhof. Es gibt einen riesigen eingezäunten Garten in dem sich unser Hund sehr wohl gefühlt hat. Soweit ist im haus alles da was man brauch.Wünschenswert wäre eventuell noc ein Besen mit dem man ab und an mam kurz durchfegen könnte evenso wir handfehee und Kehrblech.Die Betten sind sehr bequem und wir haben gut geschlafen.
Stayed 16 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

the Llewellyn/Martin clan with Murphy and Poppy

We loved the Baliff's Cottage-it is in a lovely spot, love the peace and quiet. The dogs loved the garden and safe walking places. We all enjoyed the location-easy to get anywhere!!! Thank you so much-oh and the aga was a real treat.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bailiff's House

We stayed for 2 weeks in the cottage beside a working farm. The cottage was perfect for our needs and not too far from the places we'd planned to visit. A beautiful big garden for kids or dogs to play in and we had a BBQ a few times too. Caroline left a lovely welcome hamper for us arriving & flowers, a very nice touch after a 9hr drive. We sadly lost our dog before we came but will definitely be back in the future and hopefully with a new furry addition to our family. I'd highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Perfect location for quiet break away with multiple dogs

Overall this was a rather pleasant experience. The visitors pack needs updating as we went rummaging through nearby barns to locate free fire logs as stated in the visitor pack, however this service is no longer offered and so you need to bring your own fire wood with you for the duration of your stay. The access road into the property is much more suited to farm vehicles and off road vehicles, our family hatchback bottomed out several times during our stay even whilst driving slow and manoeuvring as required to find the shallowest track so be aware. But generally this is a location we highly recommend and will certainly consider re visiting in the future
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent place for a nice rest

The setting is great, there is lots of room outside for playing ball games and the house is bright and spacious. The dog kennel is very large as it is part of the garage. There were a few little issues which we managed but may be a problem for other guests. They were; the sofas were very low to the floor, so low that one of my family members had to sit on a dining chair because she could not get up from the sofa. There were 4 of us and the owner made up the double bed and the twin beds. We all sleep separately at home so wanted a bed each but there was no spare linen. When I called the host, she was too far away to bring any so called the farm owner who delivered some. Finally, the saucepans were so old and rusty that we did not dare to use them. Two other things that I was not impressed by, was the amount of dog poo in the garden, which I picked up before my children stepped in it and the frequent ranting and swearing you could hear from the farm, next door. We did enjoy our stay but would not book again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great countryside get away

Lovely bungalow in the middle of the farm, perfect for two kids and a dog. Great kennel for dogs if you need one. No wifi but sky tv and phone signal so all good. Really handy for wadebridge and rock, loads of supermarkets in town and plenty to do.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just perfect.

Only 40 mins from where we are from in Cornwall it was perfect for us. Going to all the spots we dont normally go. Being used to Cornish roads is a real bonus for us as they can get quite narrow. Such a beautiful secluded spot with all the sounds of nature, we loved how close the cows were to the garden. The children played hide and seek for hours. The lake is lovely but we didn't want to disturb the baby ducklings so didn't swim. Would absolutely love to return. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing Getaway

We really enjoyed our relaxing break away from everything. A trip to the Cornish countryside was just what we needed! The dogs loved the huge, enclosed garden, allowing them total freedom and safety at the same time. The on-site dog showers were a blessing too! Communication with the owners was fantastic. We expecially enjoyed the clear night sky and hearing the local Tawny owls at night. I would definitely recommend staying here.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

This was a lovely bungalow with 3 good size bedrooms in a very quiet and peaceful location.

Nice place. Needs updating and a good clean.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 15 May 2022
It is very difficult to please all of the people all of the time. We are very dog-friendly hosts and consequently we attract people with dogs. This guest brought 3. We are welcoming guests tomorrow who are bringing 5. We do not charge extra for dogs. I think that it is to be expected that the accommodation is going to reflect the priorities and expectations of dog-lovers. As always when guests have a complaint we are more than happy to address and rectify the problem if we are informed at the time but we’re not mind-readers unfortunately!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay...really peaceful

Very pleasant stay...dogs loved it...secure garden
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Birthday break

A lovely stay, well equipped and homely feel. Thoroughly recommend for dog owners as large secure garden. Cosy evenings in front of the wood burner with a glass of wine!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A quiet rural location great for pets

Had a wonderful short break - location was convenient for getting to either the north and south coast. Great rural retreat, set up perfectly for dogs. Only down side is the narrow lanes with not many passing places in and out in all directions, traffic is generally quiet so not a major problem. Overall had a great break and would recommend staying here
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Cornwall

We spent a lovely week in "The Balliff's House" it was very cosy, with fresh flowers & a lovely welcome hamper. The garden is huge and would be any dogs delight.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020
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