Driftwood Lodge

Gwithian Hayle, Cornwall


Suitible for: 8 Humans icon 8 Humans
Suitible for: 2 Dogs icon 2 Dogs
Suitible for: undefined Children welcome icon Children welcome
Suitible for: undefined Babies welcome icon Babies welcome

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Why we love it

Right by the sea, it’s the perfect spot for salty sea dogs and surfers, with a hot tub, sauna and BBQ to enjoy out on the deck!


What you'll love

Dogs will love

  • Being taken for a morning out on the beach
  • Coastal walks that stretch for miles
  • Cuddling their human on the sofa by the wood burner

Humans will love

  • Feasting from the BBQ on the deck
  • Taking on the surf at the beach
  • Relaxing in the sauna and hot tub

The place

Just a stone’s throw from the golden sands of Gwithian Beach, Driftwood Lodge is the stuff of doggy daydreams. With walks from the door that can take you right to the ocean’s edge, access to the South West Coast Path just up the road and miles of dune and countryside to explore – this place is perfect for you and the dog. Driftwood Lodge is one of a few ‘shacks’ on site, but ‘shack’ doesn’t quite cut it when talking about a large, airy, well-lit space. There’s an L-shaped sofa for everyone to collapse on after a day surfing, large table for feasts – or to serve food at when you breeze indoors and out with the French doors. And of course, a BBQ out there to cook smoky treats on (and for the dog to pretend to be underfed by). Spend the evening by the wood burner or dipping in the hot tub and steaming in the sauna, as you relax those tired walking muscles, and the dog can go belly up in the last of the sunshine.

Sleeping

  • 1x Master super king room
  • 3x Super king rooms (convertible to twin)
  • 2x Futon on mezzanines for one extra guest each, add on at check out

Washing

  • 1x Master ensuite with bath
  • 1x Bathroom with shower
  • 1x WC
  • Body wash, shampoo, conditioner, handwash and hand cream
  • Washing machine, airer and washing powder

Living and relaxing

  • Living area with sofa and wood burner
  • Firewood
  • TV
  • Wifi
  • Speakers
  • Books & games
  • Private sauna
  • Electric hot tub

Cooking and dining

  • Kitchen including, oven, hob, fridge, freezer, dishwasher, microwave, toaster, kettle, cafetière and drinks fridge
  • Cooking basics supplied – oil, salt, pepper, herbs, spices, tea, coffee, milk, butter, bread, sugar, washing up liquid and dishwasher tablets
  • Dining table with bench seating for eight
  • Breakfast bar with four bar stools
  • Outdoor dining table with bench seating for eight
  • Gas BBQ

For the dog

  • Enclosed 125 sqm garden. Boundaries comprised of 1.4m - 1.6m hedges, wood sleeper fences and chicken wire with 0.3m gaps. 1.8m wood gate with no gaps
  • Bowls
  • Towels
  • Treats
  • Poo bags
  • Dog bed
  • Stick library
  • Upcycled dog robes

Booking information

  • Check in 1700
  • Check out 1000
  • £50 per dog per stay
  • Two babies welcome
  • Free private EV charger
  • Parking directly outside the house for up to 3 cars
  • Futon beds for 2 extra guests is on open mezzanines, accessible via two of the bedrooms

Optional extras

  • On site restaurant and bar called Chomp. Dogs warmly welcomed with treats!
  • The owner can provide a travel cot, high chair, children's books and children's cutlery on request
  • Wetsuits can be hired direct with the owner
  • Pizza parties can be organised direct with the owner
  • Sea dogs, sandy feet, and muddy boots can leave extra mess behind. Get a 90-minute beach house refresh during your stay, payable and arranged direct with the owner

You should know

  • 60m to the nearest road, 10m to neighbours on either side, and 150m to nearest livestock
  • There can be fireworks displays for New Year's celebrations and bonfire night in St Ives across the bay
  • Be conscious of leading up where appropriate, around the site and down to the beach (there is a cliffside)
  • Driftwood Lodge is one of a few similar properties on this site. Your accommodation will be allocated on arrival, and all options offer the same amenities. The specific property you stay in will depend on availability at the time of your visit! Contact th
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In the neighbourhood

  • Walk from the door: Exit the site and go right, walk through the dunes onto the beach, and then it takes you up around the headlands (it’s a loop) around 2.5 miles walk - when you reach Mutton Cove. There’s also a chance you might spy dolphin pods in St Ives Bay!
  • Red River Inn, 23-minute walk: With a mix of pub classics and a range of world dishes, there’s something for everyone at Red River Inn. Spend a day at the beach, and an afternoon refuelling in the pub garden
  • Porthtowan Beach, 22-minute drive: Should the miles of beach around you at St Ives not be enough, there’s miles of beach to explore all up and down the coast, but a short drive will take you to Porthtowan Beach – highly dog friendly, with pubs and restaurants nearby
  • The Cove Café, 12-minute drive: A short drive down the road to Riviere Towans Beach, you can grab coffee and even some lunch before enjoying a wander on the sand. Just check for some seasonal restrictions on dogs!

Location

Gwithian Hayle, Cornwall ///sketch.comedy.speaker TR27 5GE

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