We didn't go away on holiday last year. So it was with much excitement this time last week, that we set off for Coombe Mill in Cornwall for a week close to my dad.
This was officially our second trip to Coombe Mill (the first was a flying visit a few weeks ago) and we were all looking forward to some quality, computer free time together!
Set in 30 acres of beautiful, secluded woodland, Coombe Mill really is a haven for families with children of all ages. We stayed at the Water Mill (sleeps 7), a beautiful cottage, converted from the original 16th century water mill. The accommodation has everything you need for a home from home stay including microwave, dishwasher, washing machine, tumble dryer, a decent hair dryer and WIFI.
A stay at Coombe Mill really is whatever you want it to be. My girls would have been happy if we hadn't moved all week. (They actually complained every time we did leave).
There's so much to do on site, from the daily farm feed runs to splashing around in the river and grooming the donkeys. They also had the freedom to roam around the site and at 9 and 11 they LOVE Coombe Mill.
For a family of tech addicts, we actually, truly spent a week offline and I for one, feel totally refreshed. Coombe Mill does that. It takes you back to nature, offers your children those basic outdoor experiences that we had as kids and as much as my kids love their iPads, they have barely touched them all week. This makes me happy.
I've stayed in many places in Cornwall over the years and Coombe Mill is by far the best. I wish that I'd discovered it before now because I know we'd have had many more awesome UK holidays to clock up next to this one. BUT, now we have discovered it, we have already booked to return.
If you're looking for a family holiday in the UK, I cannot recommend anything more highly. Coombe Mill simply rocks.
Take a look at www.coombemill.com for their official information.
This is not a sponsored post. I've not been paid to write this and I've not received a free holiday. I simply think that Coombe Mill is awesome.
Sian, thank you for such a wonderful post. It has left me glowing, I am so pleased you really did enjoy your time here and manage to all switch off and have a well deserved family break. Your girls are totally delightful and Clio especially is looking forward to having them back.
ReplyDeleteI think it's time C and I started saving! We adore Cornwall.
ReplyDeleteHubby and I really must save up to visit Fiona and the team at Coombe Mill. It sounds like our girls would love it the more I know. Lovely post x
ReplyDeleteIt looks amazing, I am determind to visit soon. x
ReplyDeleteWhat a simply beautiful post which I really enjoyed xx
ReplyDeleteLooks gorgeous and sounds amazing. Saving up to take the grandchildren next year!
ReplyDeleteCan't wait for our visit later in year
ReplyDeleteIt's so wonderful there. We went in November 2011 and plan to go back towards the end of next year.
ReplyDeleteFiona and the gang also help to make it really special and nothing is too much trouble for them.
beautiful place, beautiful phtos Sian, I would love to visit coombe mill too.. one day x
ReplyDeleteI'm still umming and ahhing! It looks amazing and I know I'd love it but my boys have now said a definite requirement for them is a swimming pool...
ReplyDeletePool honestly not needed. You have the river and the sea!
ReplyDeleteThanks Sarah
ReplyDeleteFiona and her family are amazing. Such a lovely, friendly atmosphere she has created.
ReplyDeleteWhen are you staying?
ReplyDeleteNickie, they would love it. You would love it.
ReplyDeleteI know I said i wasn't going to but it's not fair to keep it to myself!
ReplyDeleteIt's so good, that we are going back for the last week of the hols!
ReplyDeleteI will get the girls to blog from their point of view too.
ReplyDeleteYES!
ReplyDeleteYou are welcome. x
ReplyDeleteWe wanted to book to go to Coombe Mill this summer but left it far too late to book! I will be trying for next year after this review :)
ReplyDeleteagreed x
ReplyDeleteHurray to that!
ReplyDeleteFab photo's! Sounds like such a amazing place, that I know my boys will love! Must go there :-)
ReplyDeleteLooks fab! Im actually considering going this winter now! I want to sit in front of a fire and just relax without technology! thanks for sharing hun
ReplyDeleteA holiday with wifi and small farm animals? Yes please! I've been so envious of all the amazing photos you took on Instagram Sian. It's a great advert for what sounds like a fabulous place.
ReplyDeleteLooks fantastic and I think the boys would love it!!
ReplyDeleteFab photos! I really must visit - I think I might just book before the year is up.
ReplyDeleteI dont think we get back to nature enough now a days, one of the best holidays ( in their own words) I took my lot on was a rainy wet week in a caravan on a farm just outside Dumfries and they loved every minute, dont matter if it is warm and rainy when your playing in a river anyway.
ReplyDeletenow i have visited Coombemill myself i can now read all the posts about it with a better sense of knowing and understanding. i was onoy there for a day with my two boys yesterday but i felt relaxed and had such fun - sorry they had such fun! it ws nice not to have the use of my mobile and to just enjoy its scenbery and natural forms of entertainment. i am not suprised you are returning x
ReplyDeleteFab post, great pics. I've been looking at Coombe Mill for a future family holiday too. Just waiting till baby is a little older as it is a very long journey for us. This has made me want to get down there even more! x
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Wow that place looks really good I might pay it a visit with my family in our adria motorhome next year.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the sharing of this fantastic post...I'm just surprised to seen this lovely post at here..These two girls are fantastic or seen that they really enjoyed their lovely trip...I love to seen this post at here,so thanks for this....
ReplyDeleteThis looks fantastic! :)
ReplyDeleteWe so nearly booked for this year.. a bit gutted we didn't now. definitely top of my list for next year. :-) ps love the close up of the pig!x
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