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Elbow Cottage

The exterior of Elbow Cottage, Cornwall
The exterior of Elbow Cottage, Cornwall | © National Trust/Mike Henton
The sitting room with open fire at Elbow Cottage, Cornwall
The double bedroom at Elbow Cottage, Cornwall

Elbow Cottage

A pretty former gamekeeper’s cottage perched next to woodland on the Cotehele estate.

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The sitting room with open fire at Elbow Cottage, Cornwall
The double bedroom at Elbow Cottage, Cornwall
The exterior of Elbow Cottage, Cornwall
An aerial view of Elbow Cottage and its garden, Cornwall
The front door and porch of Elbow Cottage, Cornwall
The sitting room at Elbow Cottage, with sofa, armchairs, television and open fire, Cornwall
The fireplace at Elbow Cottage, Cornwall
The dining room at Elbow Cottage, Cornwall
The dining room at Elbow Cottage, Cornwall
The kitchen, leading into the dining room at Elbow Cottage, Cornwall
The kitchen at Elbow Cottage, including cooker and hob, microwave and toaster, Cornwall
The double bedroom at Elbow Cottage, Cornwall
The twin bedroom at Elbow Cottage, Cornwall
The bathroom at Elbow Cottage, with shower over bath, Cornwall
The garden at the front of Elbow Cottage, with outdoor dining table and chairs, Cornwall
The rear garden, with lawn, shrubs and trees, at Elbow Cottage, Cornwall
Elbow Cottage and the access country lane, Cornwall
An aerial view of Elbow Cottage and the surrounding woodland and fields, Cornwall
The stream near Elbow Cottage, Cornwall
A stone bridge and woodland near Elbow Cottage, Cornwall
A footbridge over a stream in the woodland near Elbow Cottage, Cornwall
The area surrounding Cotehele Dairy Cottage, Cornwall
The Tudor house and garden at Cotehele, Cornwall
The Tudor house at Cotehele, Cornwall

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A pretty former gamekeeper’s cottage perched next to woodland on the Cotehele estate.

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There are eight holiday cottages spread across the estate at Cotehele. Multiple cottages can be booked together for a group of up to 31 guests, but some cottages are in closer proximity than others: Hall Court (sleeps two) is an apartment in the Tudor house and Cotehele Dairy Cottage (sleeps six) is nearby. Malt House (sleeps six) and Cotehele Quay Lodge Cottage (sleeps two) are at the quay by the river. Miller's House is in the woods next to Cotehele Mill, and Elbow Cottage (sleeps four) is in the woodland on the other side of the stream. Cotehele Engine Cottage (sleeps two) and Danescombe Cottage (sleeps three) are next to each other in a secluded corner of the Cotehele estate, north of the Tudor house.

The exterior of Hall Court, Cornwall

Hall Court 

An apartment in Cotehele’s atmospheric Tudor house, with stacks of historic charm and all-hours access to the gardens, river and estate. Sleeps two.

The exterior of Cotehele Dairy Cottage, Cornwall

Cotehele Dairy Cottage 

A quiet and luxurious cottage near Cotehele's house and garden. Sleeps six.

The exterior of Malt House, Cornwall

Malt House 

A unique house on the Cotehele estate with a tower room and stylish interiors, near the Tamar River. Sleeps six, dog friendly.

The exterior of Cotehele Quay Lodge Cottage, Cornwall

Cotehele Quay Lodge Cottage 

This snug gate lodge, perched near the Tamar River, is especially cosy in the evenings when the stove is lit and the shutters closed for the night. Sleeps two.

Miller's House, a 19th-century slatestone cottage, Cornwall

Miller's House 

A woodland cottage by a stream on the Cotehele estate, near the Victorian watermill. Sleeps six, dog friendly.

The exterior of Elbow Cottage, Cornwall

Elbow Cottage 

A pretty former gamekeeper’s cottage in woodland on the Cotehele estate. Sleeps four, dog friendly.

The exterior of Cotehele Engine Cottage

Cotehele Engine Cottage 

A cosy retreat, tucked into the valley in a secluded spot on the Cotehele estate. Sleeps two, dog friendly.

The exterior of Danescombe Cottage, Cornwall

Danescombe Cottage 

A traditional whitewashed cottage in a tranquil corner of the Cotehele estate. Sleeps three, dog friendly.

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Things to see and do at Cotehele...

A view of the front of the house and garden at Cotehele on a sunny day, Cornwall
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Cotehele 

An atmospheric Tudor house with Medieval roots, a mill on a historic quay, a glorious garden with valley views and an expansive estate to explore.

near Saltash, Cornwall

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View of the quay and river with boat moored up at Cotehele, Cornwall
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Exploring the Cotehele estate 

There's lots to discover at the Cotehele estate. Miles of pathways lead you through ancient woodland, past a historic chapel, and to an important Victorian quay.

Two visitors look up admiring the details of the Great Hall at Cotehele, Cornwall
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Things to do in Cotehele house 

Cotehele house contains eclectic historic artefacts that tell many stories about the medieval building’s long history, from rare tapestries to whale jawbones.

View of the quay and river with boat moored up at Cotehele, Cornwall
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Cotehele circular walk 

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Explore the National Trust's Cotehele Estate on a circular walk and discover hidden places along the route that are a haven for wildlife in Cornwall.

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Walking
DistanceMiles: 1.7 (km: 2.72)
Canadian canoes on Pont Pill in the Fowey estuary, Cornwall.
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Getting onto the River Tamar from Cotehele Quay 

Not only is Cotehele Quay a starting point to explore the many miles of footpaths around the Cotehele estate, the quay also provides an opportunity to get out onto the river for further adventures. Here you’ll find information on launch points, guidance for safe paddling and other opportunities to head out onto the water.

Exploring the area...

A panoramic view of Buckland Abbey seen from the north. The Great Barn stands out prominently to the left.
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Buckland Abbey 

Discovery, tranquillity and history – an ancient gem in the Tavy Valley landscape

Yelverton, Devon

Fully open today
The gatehouse with the drive leading to the house beyond at Lanhydrock, Cornwall
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Lanhydrock 

Magnificent late Victorian country house with garden and wooded estate.

Bodmin, Cornwall

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The north front of Antony House, Cornwall
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Antony 

18th-Century house set within a magnificent landscape garden, still home to the Carew Pole family

Torpoint, Cornwall

Closed now
The front of Saltram's Mansion with HaHa in view in beautiful sunshine
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Saltram 

A house full of treasures, stories and intrigue. A magical garden with year-round splendour, plus an extensive park for everyone to enjoy.

Plymouth, Devon

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Visitors taking photos with mobile phones on the viewing platform of the Devil's Cauldron at Lydford Gorge, Devon
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Lydford Gorge 

The deepest river gorge in the South West, with 30m high waterfall

near Tavistock, Devon

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