David
The staff, the gardens and the waterfalls were excellent!!
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Cleanliness9.8/10 9.8
Service9.8/10 9.8
Comfort9.4/10 9.4
Condition9.4/10 9.4
Location10.0/10 10.0
Neighborhood8.8/10 8.8
Amenities9.0/10 9.0
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About The Waterwheel Inn
With a stay at The Waterwheel Inn in St Austell, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Eden Project and Lost Gardens of Heligan. This inn is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Wheal Martyn China Clay Country Park and 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from St Austell Brewery.
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless Internet access. Free self parking is available onsite. Enjoy a satisfying meal at The Waterwheel Restaurant serving guests of The Waterwheel Inn.
Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast is served daily from 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM. Stay in one of 14 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment.
Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include coffee/tea makers, housekeeping is provided daily, and irons/ironing boards can be requested.
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With a stay at The Waterwheel Inn in St Austell, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Eden Project and Wheal Martyn China Clay Country Park. This inn is 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from St Austell Brewery and 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from St Austell Leisure Centre.
Stay in one of 14 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include coffee/tea makers, housekeeping is provided daily, and irons/ironing boards can be requested.
The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Free self parking is available onsite.
Popular amenities
Free WiFi
Parking available
Dining services
Concierge
Entertainment
Non-smoking
Business facilities
Check-in and check-out
Check-in from
4:00 PM
Check-in until
10:30 PM
Check-out until
10:30 AM
Minimum check-in age
18
Hotel policies
No rollaway/extra beds available
No cribs (infant beds) available
Children not allowed
Guests will receive an email with special check-in instructions
Guest will receive an email before arrival 7 days
Professional property host/manager
Pets allowed
Maximum number of pets per room 2
Service animals are allowed
Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
Cleaning and safety
Sanitization
Contactless check-in is available
Contactless check-out is available
Important information
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You need to know
- Children 13 years old and younger are not permitted at this property.
- Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section).
- Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
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Special Instructions
The front desk is open daily from 4:00 PM - 10:30 PM. This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Prior to arrival, guests must complete online registration with the property via a secure link. Guests will receive an email within 7 days before arrival with check-in instructions. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
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Instructions
- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
- Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
- This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
- This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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Minimal age
18
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Optional fees
- Pet fee: GBP 10 per pet, per night
- Service animals are exempt from fees
- Early check-in fee: GBP 20 (subject to availability)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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Spoken Language
English
Nearby attractions
St Austell Brewery
1.7 km / 1 mi
St Austell Leisure Centre
2.1 km / 1.3 mi
Wheal Martyn China Clay Country Park
2.1 km / 1.3 mi
Cornwall National Landscape
3.6 km / 2.3 mi
Duporth Beach
4.4 km / 2.7 mi
Pinetum Park and Pine Lodge Gardens
4.5 km / 2.8 mi
Charlestown Harbour
4.5 km / 2.8 mi
Cornwall Football Golf
4.6 km / 2.8 mi
Charlestown Beach
4.7 km / 2.9 mi
Porthpean Beach
4.7 km / 2.9 mi
Sticker Dog Park
5.4 km / 3.4 mi
Kidzworld
6 km / 3.7 mi
Crinnis Beach
6.3 km / 3.9 mi
Pentewan Sands Beach
7.8 km / 4.9 mi
Eden Project
7.9 km / 4.9 mi
Hotel facilities & services
Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.
- Total number of rooms: 14
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- Wi-fi
- Garden
- Terrace
- Bar
- Restaurant
- Meeting room
- Breakfast
- Non-smoking establishment
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- Minimum check-in age: 18
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DOUBLE KING SIZE BEDDOUBLE • KING SIZE BEDDBL.KG
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TWIN STANDARDTWIN • STANDARDTWN.ST
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DOUBLE ECONOMYDOUBLE • ECONOMYDBL.EY
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DOUBLE GARDEN VIEW KING BEDDOUBLE • GARDEN VIEW KING BEDDBL.GV-KG
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TRIPLE TWO BEDSTRIPLE • TWO BEDSTPL.2B
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DOUBLE STANDARDDOUBLE • STANDARD • 1 BedroomDBL.ST
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DOUBLE SUPERIOR WITH DOUBLE BEDDOUBLE • SUPERIOR WITH DOUBLE BEDDBL.DB-SU
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Guest reviews
What other guests saying about The Waterwheel Inn
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Stuart
It was a beautiful old property, very relaxing & convenient for exploring the area. Staff were lovely & made out stay so enjoyable.
Almudena
Very comfortable room, nice clean bathroom. The walls are a bit thin though so we could hear other neighbours, although everyone was asleep at night so no problem to sleep at all. The location of the hotel is great, it is a bit out of the town, in the middle of the valley. The garden is amazing and you can walk to the well a bit far down and to the town itself. The breakfast was very generous and varied.
William
I don't go away to find fault anywhere, but usually something will be wrong.
That did not happen here, great location, great food, lovely people and exceptionally clean.
We can't wait to return
That did not happen here, great location, great food, lovely people and exceptionally clean.
We can't wait to return
Mark
My first night here was on Monday 1st June. I was travelling around the area for work. I enjoyed it here that much, I booked back in on the Wednesday 3rd. It’s a great location, great food and fantastic staff. I travel around the country for work, no doubt I will be staying here again when in the area.
Anne
Fantastic place to stay. Food was wonderful. Staff where also fantastic. Dig friendly to.
Davinderpal
Very calm, relaxing and family friendly place. Really enjoyed out stay, the garden was amazing!
Hugh
À lovely venue for some « off the beaten track » relaxation.
Grounds are lovely with many quiet escapes.
Great menus, well thought through and cooked in House.
Breakfasts are brilliant with lovely hand made préservés and cereals.
All in all, highly recommended.
Grounds are lovely with many quiet escapes.
Great menus, well thought through and cooked in House.
Breakfasts are brilliant with lovely hand made préservés and cereals.
All in all, highly recommended.
roger
Great
Linda
What a wonderful place to stay. Lovely little touches make it feel like home. Food was superb, breakfast cooked to order so nice and fresh. Great choice for evenings too. The gardens are awesome. It is a credit to Francesca, Mark and the rest of the staff. We will certainly stay there whenever we are in the area.
Stephen
Very clean and welcoming property. Restaurant food very good, well stocked bar and breakfast exceptional. Room was comfortable and well appointed. Definitely recommended and we will use again.
Grant
Incredible little gem. Very friendly staff, great food and lovely hotel.
Darren
Great all round, friendly staff, lovely setting.
Amanda
Very good breakfast, with plenty of choice. Lots of free parking. Excellent restaurant - the food is of a very high standard.
donald
great location, quiet area, handy for the Eden project, amazing gardens
Angela
We booked the small double which was very clean and cosy. Breakfast was excellent with a very good choice. They have a restaurant for evening meals which was great. Plenty of parking available.
wilhelmus
This was our second visit. That should tell you something. We again liked the inn with good variety of of breakfast options, room was spacious, plenty of free parking. It was convenient for the attractions we wanted to visit. Dinner, optional extra, is available and very good quality.
We would like to visit again.
We would like to visit again.
gail
A must stay
Perfect staff food everything
Kevin
Healthy choices for breakfast. Amy on breakfast service was excellent, rooms clean and comfortable, some had pets luckily kept away but should be kept quieter, not the establishments fault the standed failure of the owners!!!
Edna
Small but excellent!!
I had a small but very comfortable room at the Waterwheel. The bed was roomy for a single person and the shower was excellent. Staff couldn’t have been more friendly and helpful and the meals were good. This is a well run hotel and very good value for money.
Gary
Lovely hotel
Hotel in lovely location and grounds were wonderful, the food in the restaurant was good and room was very comfortable and clean. Would definitely recommend a stay here.
Barbara
Staff were so friendly and accommodating, nothing was too much trouble. Food was amazing, gardens were fabulous. Would recommend this property to everyone and would certainly book to go back again.
MAURICE
Friendly staff, good food, decent room
sarah
Excellent 2 night stay
ray
Excellent dog friendly stay
Amazing place dig friendly staff really do look after you. The gardens are amazing to walk round and new bits being created. You will definitely enjoy your stay
Elisa
The bed and breakfast we have no complaints. If you drink from the bar or have dinner, it does cost quite a bit, but the dinner is well made.
Noel
Lovely place to stay. The Town Centre is a 15min walk. Room lovely and clean. Breakfast was supreb.
LINDA
Great stay
Comfortable room, great food and staff
Kala
Great location and staff
The service provided by the staff was excellent and they were very friendly and accommodating. However, the room was very small and the front of the hotel was not very inviting in my opinion as there was rubbish like vacuum cleaner tools thrown across the parking area and overgrown vegetation. The place needs some attention to attract a wide range of customers.
Reza
Nice staff and very comfortable
The beds were very comfortable and the garden behind the dining area was excellent. Very tropical with ponds and waterfalls. Wpulf definitely recommend.
Stephen
Lovell hotel.
Great place to stay. Room was very comfortable. Food was great and the staff uniformly excellent. Friendly, helpful and very efficient.
joe
They are unable to serve a meal which is all hot. The breakfast is stated to be freshly cooked. This is obviously not the case as half the breakfast is luke warm or cold. Other patrons agreed with this. I had two evening meals, one was hot but the vegetables on the other were cold. My complaint to the waitress was ignored. Anyone who stays here should be prepared for intrusive music being played during breakfast.
Tatsuya
The staff were extremely lovely, the garden and dining areas were very pleasant. The room's water systems were a bit loud but manageable.
Marc
We enjoyed the amazing grounds and the food in the restaurant was lovely.
The room was spacious and clean but the only thing that let it down was the bed.
The memory foam matress had a big dip in it and was very uncomfortable. My husband didnt get a good night sleep as he couldnt get comfortable.
The staff were informed the next morning and aaid they would deal with it.
The room was spacious and clean but the only thing that let it down was the bed.
The memory foam matress had a big dip in it and was very uncomfortable. My husband didnt get a good night sleep as he couldnt get comfortable.
The staff were informed the next morning and aaid they would deal with it.
Christopher
The hotel has a beautiful fern /water garden.Well worth a visit.
Andrew
Lovely room, beautiful garden, friendly staff, delicious breakfast, great value. Can't really ask for more!
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Don't hesitate to stay here
Our stay at The Waterwheel was relaxing, in a beautiful garden setting. The staff were friendly, helpful and knowledgable about the area. The food was oustanding for breafast and evening meal. Our room was spotlessly clean and comfortable. We would highly recommend this hotel to anyone visiting the area.
Jack
Staffs are very friendly. The room is simple but all you need is included. There is no public transport to get there so you either drive or call local taxi.
G
Beautiful setting
Nicely appointed hotel in a stunning setting in the St Austell valley. Friendly, efficient staff, excellent breakfast. Garden, absolutely amazing. Parking was good, would definitely use again or recommend.
Stuart
Friendly clean comfortable hotel with good food, close to several attractions.
Andrew
Amazing Service
An incredible place to stay, the warm friendly check in, the clean, well thought out room and the food and service really can’t be faulted.
The staff really care about customer service, and take pride in where they work. I would recommend to anyone.
The staff really care about customer service, and take pride in where they work. I would recommend to anyone.
Kevin
Wonderful relaxing accommodation and food
Excellent place to stay, with friendly staff and owners. Food quality and selection was also excellent
Keiran
Great B&B with beautiful garden.
Eileen
The beauty and quiet with surrounding scenery and garden.
Definately would rent a car if returned, visiting from overseas public tranport and taxis a little challenging
Definately would rent a car if returned, visiting from overseas public tranport and taxis a little challenging
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Excellent
Barbara
Cosy room, pleasant and efficient staff. Good location
Christopher
The bedroom (6) is not very large, adequate for single person.
Nick
Could've done with a lot of tidying up outside empty carpet rolls and overgrown shrubs and trees stopped us walking through the gardens
Anne
Small rooms, average service
Rooms small. We had a double room each, and still felt cramped.
David
A pleasant, popular and friendly hotel, with good food.
Sang Yu
Location of this hotel is convenient for visiting beautiful spots around.
lynne
Welcoming helpful staff. Beautiful location. Delicious food.
Matthew
Great experience
Christine
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Simon
Very friendly staff, help with early breakfast, great food.
Happy stay, thank you.
Happy stay, thank you.
Stephen
Everything was top notch except the mattress on the bed. Not enough to spoil the stay but a point of improvement.
Verified traveler
Lovely guest house type hotel. Easy on site parking. Nice garden. Had dinner one night and enjoyed. Good base to visit Eden Project. Room large with comfy bed. Highly recommend
Verified traveler
Lovely would definitely stay again
Martin
Great stay,made very welcome.
Lovely gardens with some nice walks.
Very friendly staff.
Lovely gardens with some nice walks.
Very friendly staff.
Nick
We last stayed at the Waterwheel in April 2016 and were very impressed with the ambiance and quality of the property, cuisine and customer service. Our recent visit confirmed our previous experience and there has been a big expansion of the rooms but retaining the intimate nature of the Inn. Food and service still amazingly good, with breakfast to die for! Very highly recommended and we shall be back.
Philip
All very good, staff excellent, accommodation very good, Breakfast and dinner excellent. Garden view very good.
Colin
I had a great 5-night stay at The Waterwheel last week. This is a friendly and well-run place and the breakfasts are excellent! The location is handy for the Eden Project and, for me, it was good base to explore Cornwall from.
Robert
Beautiful, picturesque spot. Well located to explore south Cornwall. Staff are friendly. Helpfull and the food was lovely Xx
Mihail
Everything was perfect ! The tropical garden at the property is amazing!
Lynn
The surroundings the property is set in are beautiful
We were unable to enjoy the outside space because the weather was not good
The hosts and staff were very welcoming especially Donna in the restaurant and behind the bar
Thank you
We were unable to enjoy the outside space because the weather was not good
The hosts and staff were very welcoming especially Donna in the restaurant and behind the bar
Thank you
James
Those looking for a relaxing atmosphere, good food and a power shower then look no further-staff are very friendly and welcoming. We would come back again.
David
No hassle
Lovely spot, great garden. Very friendly no hassle
Liz
Very friendly and helpful staff. Very comfortable rooms. Extremely clean. Lovely lounge, bar and dining areas as well as outside areas in the garden. Garden in need of a bit of TLC but is beautiful. Food was really nice both dinner and breakfast.
Andrew
Fanstastic location for exploring the wonderful botanicals in Cornwall! Featuring its very own beautiful garden. Super friendly staff, neat clean and comfortable rooms. Made our stay in cornwall memorable for all the right reasons, many thanks for the warm welcome and relaxes stay.
Lauren
Cornwall St. Austell
Lovely quaint hotel - very peaceful and such beautiful gardens
BRIAN
Fantastic one night stay.
You will not find a better hotel in this area to choose.
Each room, corridor, restaurant and conservatory which is often used for breakfast was immaculate. We had a full english breakfast and cereal which was enough food to last all day. Delicious. The gardens were beautiful. Plenty of free parking space and the owner and her staff were very friendly.
Each room, corridor, restaurant and conservatory which is often used for breakfast was immaculate. We had a full english breakfast and cereal which was enough food to last all day. Delicious. The gardens were beautiful. Plenty of free parking space and the owner and her staff were very friendly.
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Dolly
Everything very good. Food excellent.
Kevin
Marvellous bolt hole
Wonderful place to stay away in the woods yet so close to St. Austell. The place, the staff, the food was all excellent, will certainly use again, next time I go down to that area
robert
Fantastic
Fantastic place great staff, they were a credit to the owners, Would highly recommend it.
Caroline
The room very nice but would have preferred not to be on ground floor .
Good location and lovely gardens
Good location and lovely gardens
steve
Very homely feel, garden was amazing. Room was exceptionally clean and comfortable. Great choice on both the breakfast and evening menu. Will be returning for another stay.
Richard
A lovely Break
A warm welcome,from both Owners and staff, Handy location for The Eden project, and we'll definitely be returning next year.
Brian
Excellent
Great room, comfortable and well decorated, nice and clean. Very good food and great service throughout. Very good value for money
COLIN
Easy to find, very helpful staff food excellent
Joy
Fantastic hotel
Very friendly and so understanding of my dietary needs. Would definitely recommend and hopefully will be back soon. Fantastic weekend, thank you
Matthew
Beautiful property, trail out back leads down the valley to a small park with waterfalls and ponds. Food was high quality. Room was clean and in good condition.
Martin
Excellent stay
Excellent stay over 4 nights. Breakfast was excellent, we didn't eat in the evenings at the hotel so cannot comment on evening meals, although over guests eat there and the restaurant was very busy, so it seems to be very popular.
Room was rather small but adequate, and was very clean.
The hotel's location was ideal for visiting the Eden Project and Lost Gardens of Heligan, which were both about a 20 minute drive away.
Room was rather small but adequate, and was very clean.
The hotel's location was ideal for visiting the Eden Project and Lost Gardens of Heligan, which were both about a 20 minute drive away.
Elizabeth
We booked this place due to its close proximity to The Eden Project. We would definitely book again. Breakfast was lovely and staff were friendly and helpful.
Amanda
So friendly and welcoming
The staff are so welcoming and friendly. We got there early in the pouring rain and they let us in rather than make us wait. The food was delicious with huge portions. Our dog was made welcome and had plenty of fuss and the hotels dog Kernow was beautiful too. Our room was a little small but that is what we had booked so was down to us. Yes we would definately return, it was central to loads of things to do and beaches and the other guests staying there were chatty and friendly. Lovely stay.....thank you.
Sandra
Kernow trip
Enjoyed a lovely stay for a couple of days. The room was lovely and spotlessly clean with a beautiful view over the gardens and the food was delicious😀
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Perfect
Excellent place to stay. Lovley gardens and food. Staff all very friendly
Karen
We had axwonderful stay. Hotel and food were very good with excellent service. Superb gardens!
Thomas
Best Place to Stay in Cornwall
We had our annual two week holiday here and we really couldn’t have chosen a better place to stay. Cornwall is a lush green county and this was the rose in the crown. The staff treated us like family, nothing was too much trouble. Everything was clean and fresh, refreshed daily. The food was excellent with generous helpings. And the gardens, well you didn’t need to spend money and go to The Lost Gardens of Heligen these have been lovingly restored by the owners over the last 17 years and you can see they are their passion.
David
We had a fantastic stay at this beautiful and homely accommodation. The room was well kept. The breakfast was superb. There are peaceful water gardens behind the hotel. The staff (and dogs!) were very welcoming
Juerg
Beautiful garden with ponds and plants. You could spend the whole day just sitting near the ponds
Lorraine
The gardens at the Inn are lovely. Centrally located for Eden Project and Heligan. Short cab ride from the St Austell station.
Judith
A Cozy Surprise
What a wonderful “find.” Tucked away off a busy road, inside was quiet and peaceful. Lovely lounge and bar. The sun room and outside decks were delightful. The gardens and waterfalls magical. Meals very delicious and rooms comfy. Try it!!!
Trevor
Cosy Hotel in St Austell
Francesca the owner was very welcoming & friendly as was Donna the Bar person. Food was amazing and so was our room. Would definitly stay here again and recommend it to friends and family if they are ever in the area.
Sara
Beautiful property and gracious staff
james
We loved our stay at the waterwheel inn, we can't fault anything during our stay. The room , the staff, the amenities are all first rate. We would recommend the waterwheel Inn as a great place to stay .
Brigid
Idyllic
Travelling in Cornwall looking for a beautiful place to stay amid the lush vegetation of Cornwall and found perfection at The Waterwheel Inn. Francisca and Mark are Great hosts with wonderful friendly and welcoming staff. Food was delicious and breakfast in the garden room lovely. A real Cornish welcome and intriguing history in the Garden area. Your next place to stay in Cornwall
Kate
Lovely stay in a beautiful old inn with pretty gardens.
Food was really good.
Food was really good.
David
Very enjoyable stay, very friendly, clean and tidy, food amazing. Perfect stay would recommend.
Laurence
The best B&B in Cornwall
So if you’re reading this review you’re probably considering staying at the Waterwheel. My advice … stop reading this review and just book it now. If you want to read more though, read on.
The Waterwheel is probably my favourite B&B I have ever stayed in. It’s Gorgeous inside, the staff are wonderfully friendly and attentive, and the garden is a tranquil and relaxing haven. I was somewhat sceptical that it would be with a busy (by Cornwall standards) road next to the Inn but it never bothered me or my fiancé once. The rooms are spotless clean, the showers are powerful and refreshing and the breakfast is wonderful. It’s location is a great point to explore Cornwall from and I highly recommend this accommodation to anyone who. A massive thank you to the Waterwheel team for their hospitality over the last three nights, especially Donna, who really made us feel at home.
The Waterwheel is probably my favourite B&B I have ever stayed in. It’s Gorgeous inside, the staff are wonderfully friendly and attentive, and the garden is a tranquil and relaxing haven. I was somewhat sceptical that it would be with a busy (by Cornwall standards) road next to the Inn but it never bothered me or my fiancé once. The rooms are spotless clean, the showers are powerful and refreshing and the breakfast is wonderful. It’s location is a great point to explore Cornwall from and I highly recommend this accommodation to anyone who. A massive thank you to the Waterwheel team for their hospitality over the last three nights, especially Donna, who really made us feel at home.
Fran
Owners and staff couldnt do enough. The breakfast and meals in the restaurant were above and beyond the normal expected. I would recommend this property to everyone. We booked a twin room and it was downstairs. If you have reduced mobility .There are steps down to the reception but if you ask there is an alternate entrance.
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The Waterwheel Inn
Bodmin Road Trethowel, St Austell, United Kingdom
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