welcome to the enchanted wilderness!

Our family-run, charming getaway, nestled in the heart of the Tamar River Valley, is your invitation to experience the beauty of the Devon countryside!

We are easily accessible by car or train, only a half hour’s journey from Plymouth and within a short distance of Bere Alston train station.

Within the Enchanted Wilderness, you can explore the scenic Tamara Way trail, boat or fish in the river, or simply enjoy the serene quiet of the wilderness in our cosy cottages and rustic cabins. Beavers, otters, bees and owls all call our sanctuary home.

create good Moments

Make great moment with your friends and/or family on a beautiful place surrounded by nature.

Two men enjoying a kayaking adventure on a tranquil river surrounded by lush greenery.
Three beekeepers in protective gear tending hives in a sunny forest apiary.

our accommodation

The Unicorn Stable

2 bedrooms · 4 beds · 1 bathroom

Have you ever dreamed of a place where fairies flutter their wings, unicorns stand tall and proud, and elves play hide-and-seek in the garden? Then you must have been dreaming about the Unicorn Stable! Transport yourself to another world of magic and comfort, with your own private garden just outside your windows.

Sleeps: up to 6
Pets: well-behaved dogs are always welcome!

Features: private fenced garden, fully outfitted kitchen

Let your imagination run as wild as the river! The Unicorn Stable is the perfect retreat for families, groups, couples… just about everyone!

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Driftwood Cottage

2 bedrooms · 4 beds · 2 bathrooms

Float away to sleep in this historic hideaway, originally built in the 1700s and now transformed into a picture-perfect escape to the comforts of the countryside. Driftwood Cottage’s combination of rustic character and modern cosiness makes it the ideal getaway for lovers of adventure and the good life alike!

Whether you’re interested in exploring the Tamar River estuary, with its abundance of fish and bird life, bringing the whole family to the great outdoors, or simply enjoying the peacefulness of the fields and salt marshes, Driftwood Cottage is the place for you!

Sleeps: Up to 6
Pets:
Well-behaved dogs are always welcome!
Features:
Secure garden for dogs with outdoor seating.

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The Beehive Cabin

4 guests · 3 beds · outdoor toilet & shower

Immerse yourself in the beauty of nature in this eco-consciously constructed cabin, made of recycled materials and beeswax from our bees who call the Enchanted Wilderness home! With the river and it’s otters and beavers on your doorstep, this is the perfect off-the-grid tiny home for wilderness lovers and explorers!

Sleeps: Up to 4
Pets:
Well-behaved dogs are always welcome!
Features:
outdoor fire pit, camping stove & kitchen

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