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Meudon Hotel at Bream Cove
Mawnan Smith, North Helford, Falmouth, Cornwall, TR11 5HT
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The absolute stand-out attraction at Meudon near Falmouth, a well-known Cornwall hotel, is its utterly spectacular eight and a half acre sub-tropical garden. A riot of colour in spring and summer, ask the staff to pack you a picnic of fresh crab sandwiches and wind your way from the elegant sun terrace through the formal lawns and beds and on into the jungle-like final leg before arriving at the tiny Bream Cove where the Atlantic swells and recedes as you take lunch. This hotel, family run for decades, has a personal touch thanks to owner Gaye’s ever present readiness to help and it’s a wonderful treat to sit and feast on a cooked breakfast in the bright, sunny conservatory restaurant beneath a fruiting vine or sit with a coffee and cake in the hotel’s sun-soaked viewing gallery looking over the lawns (and stocked with fat novels with which while away the hours). This is the sort of place you feel loathe to leave.
Meudon Hotel at Bream Cove is part of the following Editors' Picks:
Cornwall vs Scotland for the perfect family holiday by Dinah Hatch
"The Meudon brings out the Famous Five in your kids, thanks to its meandering sub-tropical multiple terrace gardens that stretch for eight and a half wonderful glorious acres across a valley in Mawnam Smith, near Falmouth. Send them off with a pack of sandwiches (and some ginger beer!) and see how long it takes them to discover the little beach at Bream Cove where white sand and boulders provide an excellent picnic spot. Let the staff serve you tea and cake under a shady parasol and close your eyes to inhale the smell of the blooms and listen to the distant sounds of children’s laughter echoing through the foliage as you put your feet up. Rooms work well for families at the Meudon too. Book family suite Room 23 which has two interconnecting bedrooms, each with their own en-suite plus a lovely little roof terrace/balcony affair that allows you wonderful views of the gardens."
Ten of the Best Hotels with Gorgeous Grounds and Gardens by Dinah Hatch
"If it’s a sunny day, you’ve two choices at the Meudon. Either ask the wonderfully hospitable owner Gaye to pack you up a picnic of fresh crab sandwiches and wind your way along the path that leads through an eight and a half acre sub-tropical Cornish valley garden until it reaches Bream Cove (where dolphins and seals have been known to call). Or simply sit by the pond with a glass of something nice and a book and just sit and inhale the beauty that a team of gardeners (led by Gaye’s brother Mark) work so hard to preserve. Oh, and if it rains, no matter. Views from the restaurant over the green terraces seawards are breath-taking whatever the meteorological mood."
Ten Places to Stay Near Water by Kate Simon
"A hotel with a private beach, now that’s special. At this 29-bedroom country house (which has just been refreshed with contemporary styling), you’re invited to grab a beach towel and a good book and head through the beautiful tropical gardens to your own stretch of the sands. There, you’ll only be disturbed by the occasional pod of dolphins passing by."
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Information on Meudon Hotel at Bream Cove , Mawnan Smith , North Helford , Falmouth
| No. of bedrooms: |
Total: 29 Types of room: King/Double, Four-Poster, Suites |
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| Room rates guide: |
Single: £69.00-£100.00 Double/Twin: £140.00-£190.00 Suites: £165.00-£215.00 Room with Breakfast & Dinner |
| General info: |
Credit Cards Accepted: Delta, Diners, Mastercard, Maestro/Switch, Visa When Closed: January Child Friendly: Children of all ages welcome (Children welcome Summer months) Dog Friendly: Dogs Permitted (£12 per night, charge applies) Romantic Details: Candlelight Romantic dining, Cornish Cove Rooms, wonderful sea views, picturesque gardens, palm trees, sub-tropical, prosecco specials, Room decorations for special occassions Eco Friendly: recycle waste for garden compost Smoking Permitted: No Wheelchair Access: Yes Wheelchair Access Details: ground floor disabled access bedrooms Accreditation: AA 3 Star Country House Hotel |
| Room facilities: |
Free movies, Large flat screen TV, Telephone, Wi-Fi internet access, Hairdryer, hand-crafted beds from Vi-Spring, some rooms with balcony or garden access, Luxury toiletries, laundry service, Room Service during your stay, Tea & coffee making facilities, room service |
| General facilities: |
Sub-tropical gardens - Amazing gardens of eight and half acres where all paths lead down to our own private beach. Sailing, swimming, snorkeling, or simple cornish living, Health & Beauty Treatments new for 2013, Tennis coaching and fitness stays, Lounge, log fires, Restaurant, Wedding Receptions intimate up to 80, Meeting Facilities, over great location with privacy, Wi-Fi internet access, Cot on request, babysitting service available, Babysitting/Listening Services with Child Care, Heli-pad, private airfield by request, On-site car park, Private yacht charter from our own beach, or Helford River |
| Indoor activities: |
What is it about Meudon that brings people back year after year? Simple, comfortable unspoilt Cornwall living. Country house tradition nestles with contemporary. Within Meudon the emphasis is on comfort; antiques, log fires and fresh flowers abound. Once the home of Cornish gentry where you can now enjoy the wonderful ambience of the Lady Worley’s lounge, with the character of an old England stately home. The garden restaurant and our conservatory dining area, overlooking the valley garden and Falmouth Bay lie in the main house, with impressive granite pillars and classic granite steps, makes it an excellent dining venue |
| Outdoor activities on site: |
Tennis, Grab a beach towel a bottle of cold crisp white wine from our cellar and head to Bream Cove with a book, wander through our sub-tropical valley gardens where all the paths lead down to our private beach. Experience the peace and beauty of this unspoilt corner of Cornwall. Meudon is the perfect oasis for the explorer, rich in natural beauty and endless places to visit. Coastal walks, gardens, castles, historic houses, galleries, secluded beaches, lesser known villages and artists’ colonies to mention but a few. Click on the links below the gallery to see websites of a selection of our local attractions. FREE Golf is offered during High season at Falmouth Golf Club and a further six other fine Cornish courses with reduced green fees available at other times of the year |
| Activities nearby: |
Golf, Helford River Watersports, beach, Rafting, Canoeing, Kayaking, Rowing, Punting, Helford River boating, Sailing, Boating, Cruises, Yachts from hotel, Boat hire, Eden Project, National Maritime Museum, St Michaels Mount, Pendennis Castle, Fishing, Horse Riding close by, Wildlife & Bird Watching from the garden |
| Local directions: | Please see our website for map. |
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Nearest major city: Nearest major airport: Nearest railway stn: |
Truro (10 miles) Newquay (15 miles) , Exeter (80 miles) Falmouth (4 miles) |
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May & June (send email about this offer) (telephone about this offer)
Wed 01 May 2013 – Sun 30 Jun 2013
MAY £189 Dinner Bed and Breakfast, per room - based on two sharing.
JUNE £199 Dinner Bed and Breakfast, per room - based on two sharing.
July - Festival Time (send email about this offer) (telephone about this offer)
Mon 01 Jul 2013 – Wed 31 Jul 2013
3 nights £582, normal tariff £744 SAVING OF £162!! additional nights at £192 DB&B for a garden room based on two people.
ROMANTIC Cove Room plus £30pn.
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Review of Meudon Hotel at Bream Cove
Posted on by Keith CType of travel: Couples
We have recently stayed at this little treasure of a hotel hidden on the south coast of Cornwall. All of the hotel staff went the extra in our caring. The family run hotel was to a high standard. The food was excellently presented and varied. The hotel had a cosiness. The garden valley down to the sea was a delight.
Review of Meudon Hotel at Bream Cove
Posted on by Simon GoddardType of travel: Family
The telephone booking was easy and the receptionist most helpful in selecting the room. My wife is disabled and we were able to park our car next to a door that was less than 5 yards from our room. The room itself had all that we could want for our four day stay and the bed was very comfortable. The lift was a great benefit and we were placed on the nearest table to the lift in the dinning room that overlooked the splendid gardens. All the staff were friendly and helpful and no request was too much trouble. We would have no hesitation in recommending this hotel to our friends.
Review of Meudon Hotel at Bream Cove
Posted on by Michael HassmanType of travel: Couples
Staff without exception most welcoming and efficient. Room (and bed) very comfortable and modern. Very beautiful view of garden (so well maintained and colourful). Public rooms equally impressive especially dining room with its beautiful views across the garden, down the valley to the sea. Food excellent and so well presented. Booking again.
Review of Meudon Hotel at Bream Cove
Posted on by Eileen BType of travel: Couples
We have just returned from a second visit to the Meudon Hotel. The friendliness and efficiency of the staff is excellent. It is in a beautiful part of Cornwall with a magnificent garden and its own private beach. Very comfortable beds. We hope to return soon.
Review of Meudon Hotel at Bream Cove
Posted on by Francesca BType of travel: Couples
We recently spent a weekend here after winning a competition online and I have to say that this hotel is an absolute hidden gem. From first arrival to the moment we left, staff were warm, friendly, welcoming and just couldn't do enough for you... A rare quality for hotels these days.
Having recently undergone a recent refurbishment the hotel has a lovely homely and relaxed feel, hotel rooms were airy and light with the biggest and comfiest double bed ever!!
The one thing that sets this hotel apart from others is the gardens, they are vast and absolutely stunning, with all paths leading to its own secluded cove and beach area... Perfect for the summer months!
Another huge plus point for this hotel is the food... Locally sourced, cooked to perfection and impeccably presented, and the staff in the restaurant were also spot on.
The Meudon has historically always been a magnet for an older crowd with guests returning year in and year out. With the recent refurb they are looking to attract a more diverse range of customers which I think they can achieve. Even though we were the youngest couple there we felt totally at home from the moment we arrived. The place is so chilled and inviting, but its the staff that made it for me, owner Gaye, Dave and Rita all of whom just could not do enough for us throughout our stay.
The Meudon is a hidden haven that seriously needs shouting about, a place to come and just unwind in glorious surroundings. If your looking for good food, great staff and a good location to explore then the Meudon is just what you need.
The most relaxing weekend I've ever had!!
Review of Meudon Hotel at Bream Cove
Posted on by William SmithType of travel: Couples
We have just returned home from our annual pilgrimage to Cornwall. Whilst the weather was something of a mixed bag the Meudon was not. As usual we were able to chill out within seconds of arriving and so the mood remained for the entire stay of two weeks.
What really makes this place is the friendly and welcoming staff who just want to make you keep coming back year after year. The gardens leading all the way down to Bream Cove are fabulously wild and romantic. Oh yes, and the food is pretty good too!
Don't just take my word for it...try it yourselves!
Review of Meudon Hotel at Bream Cove
Posted on by Terence SandersonType of travel: Couples
We have stayed here many times over the last few years and for my money this is one of the best hotels in the Falmouth area [biased hotel guides and inspectors notwithstanding].
It is set in a scaled down version of the Trebah or Trelissick gardens; service and atmosphere excellent and food superior to nearby competitors boasting 2 AA rosettes. The quiet relaxation at this family-owned country hotel is marvellous. However if your idea of an ideal holiday is Benidorm or Faliraki, you may be happier staying at somewhere like Newquay.
It does not boast a swimming pool or ballroom or spa/gym [the apparent criteria for 4 stars] but it has its own private beach on Falmouth Bay and the walk through the sub-tropical gardens is ample opportunity for exercise. The hotel also has its own private yacht with skipper for hire.
Front of house management is very welcoming and efficient.
The restaurant is at its best with locally-sourced fresh fish dishes that have nearly always a slightly different twist to their presentation since our last visit. The talented young pastry chef is a gem - always devising novel, delicious desserts.
There is nothing stuffy here, with pleasant and efficient young waiters and waitresses joining the team from time to time.
Room comfort and cleanliness is impeccable.
Whilst the accommodation was built in the late 1960s, there has always been a rolling programme of updates and refurbishment , including the latest flat-screen TVs and wifi throughout, but now the hotel has started a rolling make-over of rooms that bodes well for the future.
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