The Old Mill House in Padstow, Cornwall

The Old Mill House is set within a grade II listed former corn mill, with a garden adjacent to a stream running down to the Camel Estuary. The property offers an AA-award-winning breakfast, free WiFi throughout, and public parking available nearby for £2 per day. Traditional Cornish Cream Tea is served in the garden, and the on-site bistro is fully licensed to offer local beers, wines, and ciders.

Each room comes with a flat-screen TV, a wardrobe, ironing facilities, and an en-suite bathroom with free toiletries, hairdryer, and bathrobes. Some rooms boast a view of the garden, the river, or the church, and all include tea/coffee making facilities and a fridge. Guests can request packed lunches for day trips, and the property provides daily housekeeping and allergy-free room options.

The Old Mill House Bistro serves locally sourced products and freshly prepared meals for dinner, with a menu that changes to reflect seasonal ingredients. Breakfast includes a choice of full Cornish cooked options, freshly prepared to order, and the property also offers traditional Cornish Cream Tea in the garden. The bistro is run by Ashley and Debbie's son, Chef Adam, and the restaurant is open for Sunday lunch as well as evening dining, with pre-booking advised.

Located in Little Petherick, 3 miles from Padstow, the hotel is close to Prideaux Place (3 miles away) and Trevose Golf Club (5.5 miles away). The Eden Project, with its renowned gardens, is within driving distance, and the Royal Cornwall Showground is 3.3 miles away. A bus stop outside the property offers service to Padstow (15 minutes), and guests can walk along the Saints Way directly from the hotel.

The garden adjacent to the stream provides a peaceful setting for guests, with outdoor furniture, a picnic area, and a sun terrace. Ashley feeds the eels in the stream each morning, a sight that guests can watch from the garden. Board games and puzzles are available for children, and the hotel offers a family-run atmosphere where owners Debbie and Ashley provide personalized service.

Historic: Grade II listed former corn mill with working mill wheel

Breakfast: AA-award-winning breakfast with locally sourced ingredients

Dining: On-site bistro serving seasonal, locally sourced dinners

Garden: Riverside garden with traditional Cornish Cream Tea

Location: 3 miles from Padstow, close to Eden Project and Trevose Golf Club

Parking: Public parking nearby for £2 per day