Whistlers Croft
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- Single shepherd's hut at a peaceful Cornwall countryside location
- Truro, Falmouth and Perranporth beach within 20 minutes' drive
- Off-grid hut with barbecue, mini kitchen and private bathroom
There’s no electricity in the shepherd’s hut at Whistlers Croft – but you’re unlikely to miss it, say the owners. And with good reason, because this peaceful Cornwall location makes a fabulous place for a digital detox, ditching your gadgets for a while and focusing on the nature around you.
And what nature it is – there’s plenty of peace here as there’s just the one shepherd’s hut on site, and there are lovely views all around too, with animals in the surrounding fields and plenty of green hills and farmland just beyond.
The owners fell in love with the place when they moved here, and now they’re on hand to help you do that too, helping guests explore on foot or two wheels (there’s bike hire at a café 45 minutes’ walk away) and handing out tips on all the best places to visit around the countryside and coastline.
Whether you choose to hit the surf or stroll along rural paths, you’ll be coming back to a cosy shepherd’s hut with bunks (bring your own bedding) and a little kitchen with cooker and kettle. Outside there’s a private toilet and shower unit and a barbecue where you can cook your dinner out in the open air (pick up supplies in Redruth, 10 minutes’ drive away). And while there’s no mains electricity, you will have lights, fires and charging ports to make your stay more convenient.
Site type
1Open all year
Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.- Guests must bring their own duvets, pillows, sheets and towels when staying in rental accommodation. You will not be allowed to stay if you do not bring these items.
- Bookings must not consist of more than 1 different households.
- Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
- No electric barbecues allowed.
- There is no reception on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.
- For licensing reasons, you must be a member to stay at this campsite. After booking, you will be granted free membership of this campsite's exempt organisation, who may contact you to finalise registration.
Languages spoken
English
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Features
Portable toilet
Dogs allowed
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 WatersportsAmenities on site
Bath available Composting toilet 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 Toilet block Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Luxury Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available No drinkable water point Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Public transport nearby Shop nearbyType
Farm Tiny (1-10 pitches)Accessibility
Accessible parking at pitch Bathrooms: Large spacious shower Bathrooms: Large spacious toilet Uneven terrain; gravel or loose mudNearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Horse riding nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Surf school nearby Watersports nearbyLocation
Whistlers Croft
Sunny Corner
Cusgarne
Truro
Cornwall
England
TR4 8SE
Directions Timezone
Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)
GPS
50.22231°N
5.16456°W
Nearest transport
Coach2.4 mi Kings Head
2.4 mi Kings Head
2.8 mi Railway Station
Rail2.4 mi Perranwell Rail Station
2.8 mi Redruth Rail Station
4.3 mi Penryn Rail Station
Ferry5.2 mi Ponsharden Ferry Landing
5.8 mi Flushing Falmouth Ferry Landing
6 mi Trelisick Ferry Landing
Airport17 mi Penzance Airport
17.1 mi Newquay St Mawgan Airport
23.8 mi Land's End St Just Airport
Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.
Local attractions
The lovely Cornish countryside is full of options for outdoor activities – not just walks and bike rides but also canoeing, horse riding and fishing (all within 15 minutes’ drive). You can also dip into local history at places like Cornwall Gold (15 minutes) and King Edward Mine Museum (20 minutes), or take a vintage train ride on the Helston Railway (half an hour).
County town Truro (20 minutes) is another good place to visit, for the cathedral, the Royal Cornwall Museum and the indoor market. You may like to take a diversion up to Healeys Cornish Cyder Farm (15 minutes) to pick up some local tipples for your evening as well.
Being about halfway between Cornwall’s two coastlines is very handy too. Head south to get to Falmouth with a 20-minute drive, or to gorgeous gardens like Trelissick Garden (20 minutes) and Trebah Garden (25 minutes). The wilder north coast offers up sandy Perranporth beach (20 minutes), arty St Ives (35 minutes) and lots of hidden coves or scenic coast walks.
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
| Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Porthtowan | 5.7 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Chapel Porth | 6.2 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Portreath | 6.3 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Swanpool | 6.9 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Gyllyngvase | 6.9 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Cornwall Industrial Discovery Centre 4.4 mi
Truro Cathedral 5.8 mi
National Maritime Museum Cornwall 6.7 mi
Pendennis Castle 7.3 mi
Trebah Garden 8.2 mi
National Trust
Cornish Mines and Engines 4.4 mi
Trelissick Garden 5.7 mi
Glendurgan Garden 8.2 mi
St Anthony Head 8.9 mi
Godrevy 9.9 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
CARCLEW 3.2 mi
ENYS 4 mi
Porth Towan - Towan Cross - Chapel Porth 5.6 mi
TRELISSICK 5.7 mi
Trelissick Garden - Lamouth Creek - the Fal 5.8 mi
Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.
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- Does Whistlers Croft have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Whistlers Croft dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Whistlers Croft? The lovely Cornish countryside is full of options for outdoor activities – not just walks and bike rides but also canoeing, horse riding and fishing (all within 15 minutes’ drive). You can … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Whistlers Croft?
Read moreOn-site accommodation Arrive: 3 p.m. – 7 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Whistlers Croft? From £120 (for 2 nights, 3 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.