the Cottage

14/10/2023

There's always something exciting happening at our local farm shop, , but picking has to be one of our favourites!

05/01/2023

WARNING: May cause drowsiness... 😴

29/12/2022

It was a pleasure hosting Victoria and Matthew for a mid-Christmas getaway...

We're so delighted they enjoyed their stay, and little gestures like this really do make our day :)

09/12/2022

We've been busy putting the finishing touches on a little surprise for our guest...

Happy Birthday to Matthew who is celebrating his extra special big day with a weekend away at the Cottage 🎉 🎈🎁🎂

03/12/2022

Nothing beats the crackle of a good fire on a cold Decemeber day... So warm and cosy 🤗🔥

18/11/2022

It's no wonder Strawberry Fields Lifton Farm Shop is so popular with our guests... 🍳🍴🫖☕️

Half price breakfast on us! 🍳🥓🍞

Enjoy a half price cooked breakfast on us in our restaurant!
To redeem this voucher please present this barcode at the till in the restaurant, either on your phone or as a print out. Valid only when redeemed at the checkout before 11am. Cooked breakfasts only - selected items apply. Restaurant offer only.

USE AS MANY TIMES AS YOU LIKE!

Valid Monday 21st - Thursday 24th Nov 2022.

www.strawberryfieldslifton.co.uk

30/09/2022

Yesterday was all about and ...

The weather was a little warmer than it has been this week, with just a touch of , so all-around a rather pleasant day 🌈

05/09/2022

Meet our new sheep! Four rare breed ewe lambs, two Jacob and two Devon Closewool sheep, who arrived yesterday and take our small flock up to 10 🐑

While we're keeping everyone in separate paddocks, to make sure the new arrivals settle in, there was a brief meeting across the fence this morning... Just look at those faces! Wonder what each of them thought about the other 😊

31/07/2022

A summer of fun has just begun at our local award-winning Strawberry Fields Lifton Farm Shop 🍓...

strawberries, get lost in the Maize Maze, pet Bab's piglets and say hello to the cows and goats...

After all that fun, why not relax with a freshly baked cake and drink from the farm shop. Or pop into their restaurant for a cooked breakfast, lunch, dinner or snack!

29/07/2022

It must be Friday... because we couldn't resist a cheeky drink at one of our favourite spots in 🌊🍺

28/07/2022

Day trippin' in Fowey on a afternoon... With glorious weather and a beautiful blue green sea.

We already can't wait to return ⛵🌞🌊

23/07/2022

When guests leave their iron behind, should we remind them...

A) the Cottage comes equipped with one
B) they can relax on their holiday
C) it's one less thing to bring / take home
D) all of the above 😄

16/07/2022

Looks like will be Cornwall's hottest spot on Tuesday... when the Royal couple come to visit the town!🔥🌡🌞

https://planetradio.co.uk/pirate-fm/local/news/launceston-royal-visit/

08/07/2022

Now that's what you call eggstra large... do you think it could be a double yoker?! 🥚🥚

01/07/2022

Thank you again to the lovely ladies at Pennywell Farm for a perfect evening of piggies 🐷 + prosecco 🥂 ... + pizza 🍕!

We could not recommend it enough... and loved meeting all the animals and cuddling the adorable baby piggies and goats (especially Hercules)!!!

15/06/2022

It's warming up in ... Here's hoping it lasts until the 😎🌡🌞

11/06/2022

A quick changeover of guests... and a bloomin' lovely new display of flowers in a vintage metal tub (another fab find from The Exeter Trading Hub) 😊⚘️🌼

09/06/2022

** 7-NIGHT DEAL for only £525 **

Due to a cancellation, the Cottage is now re-available from Saturday 10th to Saturday 17th September 2022.

Book your stay at www.ruralretreatdevon.co.uk and receive a complimentary basket of logs upon arrival. Simply enter SPT20 at checkout to apply discount!

- Ideally located on the Devon/Cornwall border
- Relax in the peaceful surroundings
- Curl up in front of a roaring fire
- Enjoy long walks and lazy pub lunches
- Explore the beautiful countryside

*Offer valid for 2 persons. Additional guest charges apply. Complimentary basket of logs provided upon arrival, thereafter £10 per basket. Note, the Cottage is a pet free property.

Welcome to the Cottage... perfectly placed and a great base from which to relax, unwind, and explore the beautiful Devon and Cornwall countryside.

06/06/2022

Finally, some glorious sunshine on what started out as a rainy day... and don't the irises look stunning outside the Cottage!

12/05/2022

A dreary day brightened up with an expertly brewed and delicious cake at Liberty Coffee... plus, not a bad view of castle ☕🍰

20/04/2022

We're up and at 'em... enjoying a piping hot at The Barge Bude... Yummy! 🍽☕

19/04/2022

On a flying visit to today... still we couldn't help but have a nosey in The Exeter Trading Hub... and just look at their newly opened spot.

We'll be back soon to !

17/04/2022

Wishing everyone a Happy and what a treat ours has been thus far... from gloriously sunny weather to discovering Bellini's Deli Kitchen during a quick trip to yesterday.

Chocc'd full of produce, we couldn't possibly come away empty-handed... and yes, that might be some of Josh's Chocolate and you see 🙃🍫🍸

15/04/2022

It's a to head to and check out the local farmers and craft market... and it's only a short drive from the Cottage 🍓🥦☕

MARKET TODAY 10-3pm Bude wharf 🤩
All our traders cant wait to welcome you back!

Lampshades
Seaglass jewellery @ tumbled treasure
Local photography
Fused glass
Home fragrances
Silver Jewellery
Vegan treats
Local art
Beeswax candles
Art & Textiles
Wood art & Jewellery
Crepes
Coffee and cakes
Slate Bird Boxes @ wings and things
Local cider & chutney @ Orchard View
Local produce
Polish food
Cornish Pasties @ polmorla pasties
Beeswax wraps & Soaps
Local Gin

13/04/2022

Is there even such a thing as too much chocolate...?! If anyone needs us, you know where we'll be... at the best darn shop in Launceston ☕🍫🍩🍪☕

This week we are mainly serving Chocolate served on Chocolate, with an extra helping of Chocolate and maybe a smidgen of hazelnut on the side. 🐣 🐰 🍫

08/04/2022

Looking for some quality time away? Just read what our most recent guests had to say about the Cottage...

04/04/2022

Choo, choo Dorothea! After a long break due to the pandemic, Launceston Steam Railway is getting ready to re-open this .

Book your trip along the Kensey Valley to New Mills and experience a real working Victorian locomotive in action. It's great fun for all the family!

Good morning, happy Sunday. Our Jo has been busy spring cleaning and getting ready to open.😀🚂

01/04/2022

the Cottage is now officially on Instagram and nope, it’s no either! We have been reliably informed that we need to up our social game, so here goes...

Check out our first post at www.instagram.com/ruralretreatdevon and don’t forget to Like and Follow us!

the Cottage is now officially on the Gram (as the kids say; that’s Instagram to the rest of us)… and nope, it’s no April Fool either! We have been reliably informed that we need to up our social game beyond the confines of Facebook and show our cosy country cottage off a little. So, here goes....