Atlantic View Holidays
Luxury Self Catering Holidays in New Polzeath with sea views

New Polzeath, Rock and the Camel Estuary

Something for everyone - Rock, so beloved of the late John Betjeman, who is buried in the quaint church of St. Enodoc which was dug out of the sand dunes 100 years ago, is famous for its watersports including sailing, windsurfing and water-skiing. The area is also a magnet for golfers with the famous links course of St. Enodoc a short distance away, and the course at The Point at Polzeath, Golf Club, only 2 miles away.

The Camel Trail, a disused railway line which runs along the south bank of the river Camel from Bodmin to Padstow via Wadebridge, is a popular route for walkers, cyclists and horse riders.

A short ferry ride across the Camel estuary from Rock will bring you to the quaint and picturesque harbour town of Padstow. Prideaux Place, a brisk walk away up the hill behind Padstow is worth a visit. The town is famous for its 'Obby Oss' celebrations on May Day and for the Seafood Restaurant owned by Rick Stein.

Other houses worth visiting in the area include Lanhydrock, and Pencarrow. The fabulous Eden Project near St. Austell will provide a wonderful day out. Garden lovers could combine this with a visit to the Lost Gardens of Heligan.

The Point at Polzeath provides a range of leisure activities within 5 minutes drive. Situated behind Polzeath, activities include golf, tennis, superb indoor swimming pool with Jacuzzi, steam room and sauna and a well equipped gymnasium. Beauty therapy treatments are also available. The club house has a family restaurant, famous for its Fish and Chip nights and the Sunday lunch carvery is particularly good.