Buttervilla Farm

Buttervilla Cornwall B&B

Here at Buttervilla organic B&B Cornwall we exist in a bubble of peacefulness, just a short drive from the South Cornish coast and fishing villages of Cawsand, Kingsand, Looe, Polperro and Fowey. Summer is with us, a wonderful time to visit, the weather has been gorgeous and the long term weather forecast looks good.

For more information or to book a room phone Gill on 01503 230315 or mobile: 07787 124878

peacefull, relaxing and organic
Buttervilla Farmhouse.

Summer in Cornwall - the coastal walks and beaches are at their most beautiful, the hedgerows a blaze of colour and smells, especially on the west facing Rame Peninsula just a couple of miles from Buttervilla where the evening sun drops into the western ocean creating a wonderful displays of colours.

With a wealth of glorious beaches, beautiful woodlands, historic houses, interesting towns and quaint fishing villages on our doorstep Buttervilla is the perfect place for couples looking to relax and eat well.South Cornish coast just 3 miles away
The South Cornwall coast

We have fifteen idyllic acres with great views over some exceptionally beautiful rolling countryside. Buttervilla an eco-friendly, Soil Association Certified organic farm, fully equipped with modern conveniences is a very special place to stay.


A peaceful corner of our 15 acres, perfect to sit and take in the glorious views.

We always use local seasonal produce for our award winning breakfasts, much is home grown and home made, or sourced from the finest local suppliers. In season fresh strawberries and raspberries are from our own kitchen garden, along with our sought after heirloom tomatoes, which we grow especially for Jamie Oliver's Fifteen Cornwall restaurant, a guaranteed treat for your taste buds at breakfast. Gill bakes the bread, makes the granola & yoghurt, the jam comes from our own fruit and our rare breed hens lay the eggs. Yummy!

We are situated on the historic and beautiful 3,000acre Port Eliot Estate. The House and gardens in nearby St Germans have the rare distinction of both being awarded Grade 1 status. Buttervilla and Port Eliot have both been featured recently in the Times. You can read the feature here - "Discover Cornwall's forgotten corner"

There is so much to see and do in this beautiful corner of Cornwall.
The walking is world class, with stunning coastal views. Maybe take lunch at a pub or cafe in one of the quaint villages dotted along the coast path. Or head for the gloriously uncrowded beach at Whitsand Bay, a five-mile stretch of golden sand. Or just take it easy, stroll around one of the local seaside villages, watch the day roll by and poke around in the little art and craft shops. Then after a busy day exploring, followed by a delicious meal at one of our local restaurants, slip into a comfy bed back at the peaceful Buttervilla for a relaxing sleep and be woken by birdsong rather that cars and people rushing around, just right for that relaxing short break.

Our rooms are spacious, en-suite, have solar heated power showers and very comfortable double beds. Organic teas and ground coffee, digital tv channels, free broadband wi-fi access, local maps, books and restaurant lists are all supplied in your room.

We can offer advice on places to visit, the local festivals & events, the best restaurants, point you in the direction of those special walks and print a map to guide you to those hidden beaches. Our local knowledge, gained from being born and having always lived in this area assures that you experience the best Cornwall has to offer.

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Buttervilla in the press:

She Magazine - November 2007:
The 10 Best Super B&B's
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Guardian - May 2008
"A room in a new wave B&B is basically as good as, or better than, a hotel room - at half the price. The great B&B revolution - For elegant accommodation, look to the new breed of homely yet stylish British bed and breakfasts, says Sally Shalam"

Buttervilla has been selected by the Guardian as one of the best B&B's for food
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The Guardian Travel - September 2007:
Five Best ...Organic restaurants
A great accolade as we can only seat a maximum of 6.
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The Sunday Telegraph Travel- August 2007:
Where to Stay in South East Cornwall
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Buttervilla wins the Taste of the West Bronze Award
For the second year running we have been awarded the prestigious Bronze Hospitality B&B Award for Cornwall. This puts us in the top three Cornish B&B's awarded by the Taste of the West the regional food and drink trade organisation for the South West of England. The judges were looking for evidence of real commitment to local sourcing, providing customers with quality, fresh, traceable regional produce, for excellence in hospitality and customer service and for commitment to the enhancement of the region's food and drink industry.

Buttervilla support SAS (Surfers Against Sewage):
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Buttervilla support SAS

Cornwall Celebration of Food magazine - Sept 2007:
Where to Stay
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Buttervilla Farm appears in Alastair Sawday's guide and website

Buttervilla Farm appears in the Sawday's guide and website. Read what Alastair Sawday writes about Buttervilla Farm here »  

Chill out and dream

From the visitors book:

"A harmonious and sustainable environment. Cornwall, the U.K and
the world needs more places and people like Gill & Robert (& cats)
Delightful - wish we were staying longer! We will come again!!"

Gill & Pete, Wiltshire

"What a fantastic spot with wonderful views, so peaceful & relaxing! Great breakfast, definitely worth a 2nd, 3rd and 4th visit! and in a lovely part of Cornwall which we had not discovered before."
Lisa & Kevin, Rugby

"Little patch of paradise ! Lovely cosy place - very welcoming people
We will be back !!"

Jan & Terry, Oxfordshire

"What a lovely farm with amazing scenery. The room was cosy and comfortable (slept like a log) Definitely coming back in the summer! Oh yea the hospitality was excellent!!."
Mel & Nick, Hampshire

"Just as lovely the second time around,. A wonderful escape !."
Mel & Will, Kent

"Simply Heavenly, so peaceful, we will be back."
Ivy & Gerald, Somerset

"What a lovely place... very homely and comfortable. An opportunity to escape the city in a genuinely peaceful space."
Odile & Dylan, London

"A lovely location for the first night of our honeymoon. The house and grounds are wonderful and the breakfast yummy! Thanks for your hospitality."
Mark & Clare, West Midlands

"Came for 2 nights, stayed for 5, could have stayed forever
A complete chill-out zone. Thank you so much."

Kate & Tony, Worcester

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We feature in Alastair Sawday's Special Places to Stay Guides:
Devon & Cornwall, British Bed & Breakfast and new for 2009
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4 Diamonds awarded by Visit Britain English Tourism 4 diamonds plus the special Silver Award for quality and great food 4 Diamonds awarded by Visit Britain English Tourism 4 diamonds plus the special Silver Award for quality and great food