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General
- Peaceful site on the north Cornish coast
- Five minutes' drive from the nearest beach
- On-site lake for swimming, boating, and trout fishing
There is, perhaps, nothing better than landing your own trout on a campsite fishing lake... and then landing it in a pan over a campfire for dinner. Unless it’s waking up to the sounds of birds twittering and then – with luck – the sizzling sound of a bacon and egg breakfast being cooked by a considerate beloved and carried lovingly into your tipi?
If you have a beloved who seems allergic to frying pans, you might think your chances of having breakfast cooked for you on holiday are approximately nil. But the romantic feel of this place might be catching: there’s been at least one proposal a year at Cornish Tipi Holidays near Polzeath on the north Cornish coast since it opened in 1997...
This site's always a huge hit with families and kids, but grandparents, loved-up couples, honeymooners, weekend breakers, artists, surfers and painters, and all sorts of Cornish holidaymakers have bedded down in the woodland valley at Cornish Tipi Holidays over the years, so you should toddle along to it to see why it all works so well.
Cornish Tipi Holidays is owned by Elizabeth, whose family has worked the farmland and quarries around this area for 11 generations, and she’ll be happy to give advice, info and directions to wherever tickles your Cornish fancy. So come one, come all – just be sure to remember the lemon, black pepper and, possibly, the champagne...?
Open from 22/03/2024 to 10/10/2024
Site type
Languages spoken
✓ English
Please note
Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
Single-sex bookings of 6 or more people (couples and immediate family members excepted) are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
The outdoor swimming pool is open between 08/04 and 01/10 (subject to weather conditions).
Entertainment and activities are available between 08/04 and 01/10.
No cars/motorbikes by the pitch/unit. All cars must be parked in the designated area.
The site is a glorious outdoor wedding venue and in the busy summer wedding season there may well be a wedding or two during your stay. Campers are usually a long way from the festivities but it's a good thing to be aware of when booking your trip.
No dogs allowed (except guide dogs).
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Max. persons: 6 x
One Motorhome or Campervan allowed per pitch
Pitch size: Avg 8.0m width x 10.0m depth (26.2ft width x 32.8ft depth) Calculated area: 80.0m² (861.1ft²)
Ground type: Grass
Max. persons: 6 x
One Tent or Trailer tent allowed per pitch
Pitch size: Avg 5.0m width x 7.0m depth (16.4ft width x 23.0ft depth) Calculated area: 35.0m² (376.7ft²)
Ground type: Grass
Max. persons: 6 x
One Tent allowed per pitch
Pitch size: Max 12.0m width x 6.5m depth (39.4ft width x 21.3ft depth) Calculated area: 78.0m² (839.6ft²)
Ground type: Grass
Max. persons: 6 x
One Tent allowed per pitch
Pitch size: Max 5.0m width x 6.5m depth (16.4ft width x 21.3ft depth) Calculated area: 32.5m² (349.8ft²)
Ground type: Grass
Max. persons: 8 x
Pitch size: Max 11.0m width x 8.0m depth (36.1ft width x 26.2ft depth) Calculated area: 88.0m² (947.2ft²)
Ground type: Grass
Max. persons: 3 x
Dimensions: 5.0m width x 5.0m length (16.4ft width x 16.4ft length) Calculated area: 25.0m² (269.1ft²)
Max. persons: 3 x
Dimensions: 5.0m width x 5.0m length (16.4ft width x 16.4ft length) Calculated area: 25.0m² (269.1ft²)
Max. persons: 5 x
Dimensions: 5.5m width x 5.5m length (18.0ft width x 18.0ft length) Calculated area: 30.3m² (325.6ft²)
Max. persons: 5 x
Dimensions: 5.5m width x 5.5m length (18.0ft width x 18.0ft length) Calculated area: 30.3m² (325.6ft²)
Reviews
Fantastic stay Emily S.Confirmed
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We will be back loved it Ashley H.Confirmed
From the manager...
Thank you so much for the top 10 out of 10 rating & lovely review - magical is a word we love to hear & it's how we feel about the campsite too! We're so pleased your boys enjoyed themselves and enjoyed the lake (the chickens have just about got over it!) and you found our staff friendly & enjoyed the cafe. We know Americans are famous for the welcome & hospitality they offer so are honoured our place reminded you of home. Look forward to seeing you again! |
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Overall a fantastic off grid camping style 😎 Sam P.Confirmed
From the manager...
Thanks so much for calling us a fantastic off grid campsite and giving us 8 out of 10 overall. It sounds as if we got lots of things right during your stay such as your private camping pitch, campfires, the lake with fishing etc but you obviously really disliked the composting loos (the nearest loo to your pitch being a composting one, although of course there is a standard flushing block 2 mins walk away) and it also sounds as if some of your fellow campers that week were either casual or negligent when using the unit closest to your tent. This can become a problem when we're busy - especially in the school holidays when we may have children using the composting loos without parental supervision. This is often when mistakes/accidents etc happen. We are always very keen for our staff to be alerted to anything unpleasant in any loo or just something mechanical like a broken light. The problem is we can't help immediately unless we know about it at the time. A quick trip to Reception to speak to someone or even to leave a note if staff are all out & about working across the site should resolve the problem. We're really sorry we didn't live up to our usual high standards when you were here but would be delighted if you'd like to come back when our new loo block is built next year! |
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Great swimming lake with canoes and boats Andrew M.Confirmed
From the manager...
Thank you for your great review - glad you enjoyed the lake and the boats!! We do ask Meadow campers to check before they book if there is a wedding on - many guests enjoy the atmosphere of them but we are aware it's not for everyone... |
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The lake and surroundings Rene L.Confirmed
From the manager...
We really appreciate the 8 out of 10 rating and are delighted you liked the lake and we're sorry about the mud...it's been probably the wettest peak summer weeks we can remember and the mud has been an issue. Needless to say we've now got a mini heatwave and the mud is long gone! Do come again when hopefully there'll be better weather :) |
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From the manager...
Thank you for your review. We are glad you liked the woodland setting and the lake and hope you managed a swim or row about in one of the boats!. Normally the showers are lovely & hot. You don't say if you contacted the staff so they could look into it for you? Sometimes the gas needs changing or if windy the pilot lightoccasionally goes out but this doesn't take long to fix. Everything seems to be expensive at the moment but our prices include things that other places don't, ie boating, swimming, fishing etc (catch your own supper of fresh rainbow trout) on our lake at no extra cost. There are beautiful woodland walks and lots of wildlife right on your doorstep. You can also have a campfire which lots of places don't allow... |
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One of the best sites in Cornwall, it will not disappoint Sharna W.Confirmed
From the manager...
Thanks so much for the brilliant 10 out of 10 rating and the awesome pics! So glad you had such a great trip & so loved the lake - we love it when campers bring their own boards and do a bit of SUPPing our little stretch of inland water. We'll look forward to seeing you again soon! |
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From the manager...
Wow! Definitely showing us how camping suppers should be done! We love your menu of our fresh caught lake trout, seasonal asparagus, new potatoes & corn on the cob - that's proper outdoor cooking...and next time you come we're kind of hoping for an invite to your tent! Thanks so much for the fantastic 10 out of 10 rating and the great review - we really hope to see you here again soon! |
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Flat, well at up facilities and clean Susan J.Confirmed
From the manager...
Thanks for your nice review; we do state on the website that we try to keep cars in their own area so the whole campsite doesn't just become one big car park - not to mention we want children to run and play and campers to be able to walk safely without fear of being run over by off roading cars. You're quite right that our signal is pretty rubbish in large areas of the campsite but really quite good in some other places - about 25% of the area is generally fairly reasonable. Members of the team are always happy to suggest the best areas but it does rather depend on which provider you're with. The advantages are of course that you can go for a bit of a digital detox while you're here! |
Features
Coronavirus
Check-in: contactless (in person)
Deep cleaning of accommodation units between guests
Disinfectant sprays and wipes provided
More frequent emptying of bins
Shared spaces: more frequent cleaning
Leisure on site
Bar or club house
Cycle hire
Evening entertainment
Fishing
Fitness centre
Games room
Indoor swimming pool
Kids' club
On-site restaurant/cafe
Outdoor swimming pool
Play area
TV room
Take away
Tennis
Watersports
Wild swimming
Amenities on site
Bath available
Car parking by pitch/unit
Composting toilet
Disabled facilities
Dog park
Drying room
Food shop
Free wifi
Ice pack freezing
Internet access
Launderette
Parent & baby washroom
Pick-up from public transport
Portable toilet
Pub toilets
Public telephone
Shower available
Tents for hire
Toilet block
Washing-up area
Wifi
Groups welcome
Family friendly
Motorcycle friendly
Single-sex groups welcome
Student groups welcome
Rules
Barbecue provided
Barbecues allowed
Campfires allowed
Commercial vehicles allowed
Dogs allowed
No dogs allowed
Themes
Forest
Lake and/or mountain
Peaceful
Remote location
Spectacular scenery
Walkers' paradise
Wild camping
Wildlife haven
Utilities
Charging facilities
Chemical disposal
Electric car charging point(s)
Gas cylinders available
Recycling available
Renewable energy
Nearby amenities
Bar nearby
Dog walk nearby
Shop nearby
Type
Large (51-200 pitches)
Nearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby
Cycle hire nearby
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Golf nearby
Horse riding nearby
Indoor pool nearby
Restaurant nearby
Sailing nearby
Surf school nearby
Tennis nearby
Watersports nearby
Location
Nearest transport
- Coach stations
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Lidl Superstore
— 5.3 miles
Lidl Superstore — 5.3 miles
Car Park — 7.9 miles
- Train stations
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Bodmin Parkway Rail Station
— 10.5 miles
Roche Rail Station — 11.6 miles
Bugle Rail Station — 12.6 miles
- Ferry ports
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Rock Padstow Ferry Landing
— 7.3 miles
Padstow Ferry Landing — 7.8 miles
Fowey Custom House Quay Ferry Landing — 17.7 miles
- Airports
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Newquay St Mawgan Airport
— 13.9 miles
Local attractions
Cornish Tipi Holidays is five minutes’ drive from the nearest swimming beach, Port Gaverne, and from the fishing village of Port Isaac which Doc Martin fans will doubtless recognise from the gogglebox.
From Port Gaverne, wander the half mile west to Port Isaac to wander among its narrow streets and have a happy morning sourcing the freshest mackerel, crabs and scallops to buy. Or stay above the town to keep on hiking along the clifftop, south to Polzeath and Rock or north to Boscastle and Tintagel ten and 12 miles along the coast from your pitch.
Going watersporting? Course you are, you’re in Cornwall. If you’re on holiday with the kids, both the beach at Port Gaverne and the one at Daymer Bay about 15 minutes’ drive away are particularly suitable for smaller swimmers; the lack of surf at Daymer means it’s one of the best and safest places in Cornwall to learn windsurfing too.
If you do want to surf or learn how to – course you do, you’re in Cornwall – bring your board or the means to hire one to Polzeath about six miles from base, or a bit further down the coast to Newquay.
Must see
- Tintagel Castle (6.1 miles)
- Rock Beach (7.2 miles)
- Cornwall's Crealy Great Adventure Park (9.4 miles)
National Trust
- Tintagel Old Post Office (5.7 miles)
- Carnewas and Bedruthan Steps (13.3 miles)
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Policies
Permitted arrival/departure time
Camping and touring | ||
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Arrive: | 4 p.m. – | 8 p.m. |
Depart by: | 10:30 a.m. | |
On-site accommodation | ||
Arrive: | 4 p.m. – | 8 p.m. |
Depart by: | 10:30 a.m. |
Arrivals are up to 9pm. Late arrivals are subject to a £20 cash charge payable on arrival to the warden. Unfortunately, no access is allowed after 11pm.
Cornish Tipi Holidays cancellation policy
No refunds within 10 days of arrival date.
It may be possible to roll a booking over to later in the same season, but extensive notice is required (usually 1 month minimum) as this is not always possible.
No refunds/discounts for inclement weather, late arrivals or early departures.
Modifications are subject to a £35.00 fee.
If you need to cancel or amend your booking, please give as much notice as possible so that someone else has the chance to book. You may wish to buy holiday insurance for cancellations and for your property/injury whilst away.
Please note that your deposit is paid to Pitchup.com and is non-refundable.
Payment
A 15% non-refundable deposit is payable now. Cornish Tipi Holidays will debit the balance from your card 30 days before arrival, or if the arrival date is sooner than 30 days then the balance will be taken immediately.
You can also opt to pay the full amount at the time of your booking, or at any point before the due date.
Payment methods accepted on the park
CashVisa
Terms and conditions
Site booking terms and conditionsVideo
- Does Cornish Tipi Holidays have a swimming pool? Yes View all features
- Is Cornish Tipi Holidays dog friendly? No View all features
- What attractions are near Cornish Tipi Holidays? Cornish Tipi Holidays is five minutes’ drive from the nearest swimming beach, Port Gaverne, and from the fishing village of Port Isaac which Doc Martin fans will doubtless recognise from the gogglebox. … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Cornish Tipi Holidays?
Camping and touring Arrive: 4 p.m. – 8 p.m. Depart by: 10:30 a.m. On-site accommodation Arrive: 4 p.m. – 8 p.m. Depart by: 10:30 a.m. Arrivals are up to 9pm. Late arrivals are subject to a £20 cash charge payable on arrival to the warden. Unfortunately, no access is allowed after 11pm.
Read more - How much does it cost to stay at Cornish Tipi Holidays? From £40 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.
Such awesome pics of family fun at the lake and at your tipi...thank you so much for posting with your fantastic 10 out of 10 review! We're so glad you had such a good time and apologies for the rubbish signal - not much we can do about rural signal unfortunately but if you walk up the lane towards Reception a little way from the private tipis it does get much better. What we can do is sort out any failed solar lighting so the Asst Manager is going down after dusk this evening to check out the loo block nearest to your tipi and sort out any problems - thanks so much for letting us know and hope to see you again next year!