The Olju | Ponsanooth | Laity Moor | Cornwall | Self Catering Holiday Cottage

4.8★

6 Guests
2 Bedrooms
1 Bathroom
Pets Yes
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Features

Hot tub
Off road parking
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Highchair available
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

Accuracy of the listing

Cleanliness

Comfort

Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

38 Customer Review(s)

Darren
September 2024

“A hidden gem in an idyllic location.”

Thank you Andrew and Nicola.

Thank you Andrew and Nicola.

- Darren, September 2024
Stuart August 2024

“Fantastic location overlooking wonderful peaceful views with lots of space between the 3 properties.”

Really nice and helpful owners who made us all feel so welcome. We will definitely visit again..thank you

- Stuart, August 2024
Kathay August 2024

“Lovely hut, smaller space than expected, photos did make the upstairs look bigger, could benefit with a mop ( after being in the tub on rainy nights) and a hand held vacuum.”

took a delightful stroll to the recommended gun power mills and wow its really something special (a hidden gem). 3 miles down the road is the fox and hounds country pub ( fresh homemade meals, locally sourced produce) these establishments nowadays are a hard fine but again would highly recommend. Owners left us too our own but was on call when needed, yes I would definitely recommend this to family and friends.

- Kathay, August 2024
Brian July 2024

“We loved the vacation home, it was comfortabel en big enough for the four of us.”

Kids (15 and 10) loved the loft they liked to sleep or read a book up there. Comfortable beds. Very friendly owners.

- Brian, July 2024
Heather April 2024

“We had the most amazing stay at this clamping pod for the weekend, the views are absolutely stunning the pod is cute and very clean and has everything you need for your stay.”

The hot tub was absolutely amazing and so relaxing. Also Andrew and Nicola are very lovely and helpful. We will be recommending this holiday to everyone.

- Heather, April 2024
Lee-ann April 2024

“Such a lovely short break for our family, the kids really enjoyed the hottub.”

The accommodation had everything we needed and it was lovely and cosy even though it was really cold and windy outside.

- Lee-ann, April 2024
Hayley April 2024

“What a fantastic excellent stay.”

We had 2 small children and their travel cots fitted perfect upstairs. The cabin itself was perfect and everything you needed, the hot tub was amazing. I can't fault anything about the cabin itself. The only prob I had is that you don't park outside your cabin its in a carpark about 3/4 min walk away. I did see that you did provide little trolleys to put all you luggage in, they were full of water so cudnt use them. So had todo 4 trips. Apart from that fantastic stay, will definitely come back and will definitely tell friends and family to come Thank you

- Hayley, April 2024
Karen March 2024

“Beautiful weekend away at the lodge, it had everything we needed & the eggs in the fridge - a lovely surprise for our children.”

We are looking forward to our next visit!

- Karen, March 2024
Barbara March 2024

“I will definitely be going back; a two night stay wasn't nearly enough in this lovely cabin.”

The cabin itself is beautiful, as is the view, and you couldn't ask for a friendlier or more welcoming, helpful host. At one point I was brought an extra blanket because they'd noticed the weather was getting colder. I will take that thoughtfulness over a five star hotel any day. Bonus appreciation to whoever built the fantastic wooden staircases; they're a marvel in themselves and are solid as a rock. My stay was from 1st March in horrible, wet, freezing cold weather and I loved every minute of it. I arrived after midnight having just had a hair-raising drive across a very snowy Dartmoor and was welcomed by two electric heaters and a kitchen to make a hot chocolate in. I hadn't been sure what to expect with the weather the way it was, but I couldn't have been cosier in my lovely toasty warm bed on both nights.

- Barbara, March 2024
Adrian December 2023

“Everything was perfect will definitely come again!”

- Adrian, December 2023
Kevin November 2023

“A lovely relaxing stay at The Olju.”

Perfectly clean and all facilities we required.

- Kevin, November 2023
Hannah October 2023

“Had a lovely few days staying here as a girls trip for my birthday.”

The cabin had everything we needed and the extra Halloween decorations were a lovely surprise. The location as well as the accommodation itself is absolutely beautiful and the owner Andrew was very friendly and helpful. Unfortunately the weather wasn’t the best and so we didn’t end up using the hot tub but we still had a lovely time and plenty of space to relax inside.

- Hannah, October 2023
Sarah October 2023

“Fabulous cabin.”

Well equipped, great communication with hosts and great location to explore locally.

- Sarah, October 2023
Lisa October 2023

“We had a wonderful time , it was such a calm , beautiful, peaceful place.”

Cleanliness and attention to detail was amazing. Although we didn’t need anything the owners were on hand if required and nothing was too much trouble . I can’t recommend this place highly enough and have every intention of returning

- Lisa, October 2023
Kirsty September 2023

“Beautiful lodge, very clean and tidy, all the little details were thought of!”

If you want somewhere to stay that is in a quiet rural area with lovely views, then this is definitely the place to be for a peaceful and relaxing few days away.

- Kirsty, September 2023
Jenny September 2023

“Our holiday at Olju Lodge was fantastic.”

Beautiful lodge, lovely hot tub, well equipped lodge with everything you needed, stunning surroundings, all the main towns were within a short drive away. Would highly recommend, will definitely be coming back for another holiday. Met Andrew the owner a few times throughout our stay, very friendly & very helpful if we needed anything doing. Bravo Olju Lodges!!

- Jenny, September 2023
Graham August 2023

“What an amazingly unique place to stay.”

Set in the Cornish Countryside with rolling fields, picturesque sunsets to view from the tranquil hot tub down to dusk. We glamp quite alot and this pod is unique with a mezzanine floor off a wooden spiral staircase at each side, featuring a very comfortable double bed on one side and two singles on the other. Kitchen equipped with what you need for a pleasant stay. Fabulous shower and bathroom with large shower. Close to local amenities but far enough to not spoil the views. Location was spot on for us! Andrew was on hand to help, more than attentive and happy to help!! Thank you ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️

- Graham, August 2023
Ashley August 2023

“Had a fantastic stay at the Olju, even though it mostly rained we still enjoyed every minute The location was perfect, although no sea views the central location made our journey on days out minimal, Falmouth was 10 minutes away, Lands end and St Ives roughly an hour, with two children this was perfect The lodge itself is like a Tardis, magically bigger on the inside, having the beds above the kitchen/living area frees up so much room.”

The kitchen had everything we needed for a family of four, all the pots, pans and utensils. The beds were super comfy with quality bedding, made for perfect nights sleeps, being 6ft tall I did knock my head a few times crawling into the bed space but that’s all part of the fun Having the car parking set back a little was a nice touch, so all you see around you are fields and greenery, and at most it was only a minute walk away so not inconvenient at all, there are trolleys to help with luggage if needed too The most fun part was the hot tub, even in the rain still enjoyable for the kids and relaxing for us adults to sit back and enjoy the view in the day and at night, and on our last night the sun popped out so we roasted marshmallows on the fire pit Would stay here again 100% and recommend to friends and family with no hesitation

- Ashley, August 2023
Jodie July 2023

“Such a cute lodge with all the facilities needed.”

The cute touches of eye masks for us and biscuits for the kids was well received. It was very tidy and clean and the hot tub was fresh and cleaned for us on arrival. Would definitely recommend

- Jodie, July 2023
Madi July 2023

“We had a lovely stay.”

The facilities were amazing, clean and had everything you would need. The owners were lovely and could easily contact with any issues.

- Madi, July 2023
Mohammed June 2023

“We had amazing time.”

We were surprised by the attention to the tiny details. We could clearly see the effort to make this cottage comfortable. It's actually luxurious. The cottage was clean and elegantly designed. Andrew, the owner, was very helpful and made sure to provide us with all info to enjoy our stay and visit places. The cottage privacy was surprising, and we felt completely comfortable in the hot tub. The location of the cottage is in the middle of where all the amazing things are. We could reach everything within 40min max. We recommended this to all our friends and will be definitely coming back here if we are visiting this area again.

- Mohammed, June 2023

Thank you for taking the time to leave such nice feedback. It was a pleasure meeting you and your family. Also thanks for leaving the lodge so clean and tidy when you left. Hopefully see you again Andrew & Nicola Property Owner
David May 2023

“This place was fantastic the best night sleep i have had in decades and the owner is a really nice bloke”

- David, May 2023

Thanks for the great feedback Really glad you had a decent nights sleep in The Olju, we do love how peaceful and quiet it is by the lodges Hopefully see you again Andrew & Nicola Property Owner
Emma May 2023

“Great property, owners were fantastic and provided everything and more.”

- Emma, May 2023

Thanks for the lovely feedback We are glad you enjoyed your stay Hopefully see you again Andrew & Nicola Property Owner
Kevin May 2023

“The property itself was very quaint and pretty with amazing views of the countryside.”

The facilities were good with pretty much everything you need to survive! The complimentary Prosecco and biscuits/cereal were a lovey touch and very much appreciated. The hot tub was lovely! Even though there were two other guys there, privacy was good. The peace was amazing, just what was needed to escape the hustle and bustle of our normal life. I think my only 2 slightly negative points were that sadly the sofa was quite uncomfortable for longer periods of just chilling and the steps up to the bedrooms were quite scary! Other than that, our stay was definitely an enjoyable one and we would recommend anyone stay at the lodges.

- Kevin, May 2023

Thank you for taking the time to leave such nice feedback We are glad you enjoyed the peace and quiet. Hopefully see you again Nicola & Andrew Property Owner
Megan April 2023

“We enjoyed such a lovely stay here!”

Upon arrival we were a bit worried about the other lodges near by but it was still very private and we barely saw anyone else. The lodge was perfectly clean and comfortable, it was very fun to stay there!! We loved climbing up to bed every night! And the hot tub and beautiful views topped it all off. We were well looked after and offered extra towels half way through the week which is rare!! It is a lovely location too, only 15 minutes to Falmouth town/beaches and about 30-45 minutes to travel to other places we love such as Gwithian beach, St Ives, Kynance etc. We would definitely reccomend!!

- Megan, April 2023

Thank you for taking the time to leave such nice feedback. We are so glad you had a nice time Welcome back anytime Nicola & Andrew Property Owner
Clare April 2023

“Such a lovely place to stay in a quiet location.”

It felt very homely with the really comfy beds. Everything was thought out and provided for us, we were grateful for the welcome touches (milk & cereal etc) Great view from the hot tub.

- Clare, April 2023

Thank you for taking the time to leave such nice feedback. Welcome back anytime Thanks Nicola & Andrew Property Owner
Nick March 2023

“This property does not have a covering over the hot tub which makes it un useable in poor weather.”

Parking so far from property is not good in poor weather. In poor weather the WiFi does not work properly. This property is a summer time only property.

- Nick, March 2023

Thank you for taking the time to leave feedback. I am sorry about the weather during your stay. The hot tub has purposely no cover, as this is part of the attraction to staying at OLJU Lodges, so guests can enjoy the stars at night due to no ambient light. The car park is 100m from the lodges, this again is nice for guests as there is no vehicle movement near the lodges. If there has been bad weather guests have and are allowed to drive down to the gate to unload their bags. I will now note this in the instructions so everyone is aware of this. I constantly monitor the coverage of the WI-FI in all weather and have not noticed any failings as it is on a SIM card with good coverage. I will continue to do this incase the coverage does fail. We have had many guests staying over the winter months who have thoroughly enjoyed staying in the lodges, many note how warm and cozy they are. The hot tubs have also been in constant use. Unfortunately I cannot control the Cornish weather, I wish I could, but this is also the Beauty of Cornwall. We are so sorry you didn't get the most out of your stay and we welcome you back anytime. Property Owner
H March 2023

“Beautiful location, extremely clean and very comfortable for such a small structure!”

Our host was very helpful, keeping us topped up with towels, and he left us wood for the fire pit for a modest charge. Be careful on the staircases, they are more like a climbing frame!! But it heated up quickly inside and the hot tub was amazing, we were in it nearly every day! Highly recommend if you want to explore the area from a cute and cozy little base.

- H, March 2023
Kirsty February 2023

“Myself husband and two children stayed for a weekend in the Olju at the end of Feb and what a beautiful stay we had.”

The huts are beautifully finished, the cleanliness could not be faulted the quality of the beds/bedding etc were too class. The little touches left by the owners were so sweet. The area was peaceful and calm just what we were looking for. I was worried we would be cold but the hut was sufficiently heated and very cosy. There was BBQ and children's garden games that could be used which also was a nice addition. The hit tub was the cherry on top !! We can't wait to visit again thank you so much for a beautiful weekend !

- Kirsty, February 2023

Hi Thank you for taking the time to leave feedback. We are so happy you enjoyed your stay, and glad the lodges were warm and cosy for you. Hopefully see you again Nicola & Andrew Property Owner
Chris February 2023

“The Olju was exactly what we hoped for and the perfect setting for a romantic week away.”

The cabin itself was brilliant, very clean, and well appointed. The location was perfect for exploring Cornwall, being ideally situated to visit both the north and south coast. After a busy day exploring, it was ideal to come back and have a soak in the hot tub and watch the sunset. The provided BBQ facilities gave us the opportunity to make smoores and have a cup of tea by the fire. The beds in the Olju were comfier than I was expecting and the heating helped keep it nice and cosy. It took a bit of getting used to having a low ceiling on the mezzanine floor, but it was quite a novelty going up and down the beautiful wooden staircases. For anyone looking for a quiet location with easy access to Falmouth and the surrounding area, I'd definitely recommend the Olju

- Chris, February 2023

Hi Thank you for the very kind feedback, we are glad you had a nice time. Hopefully see you again. Kind Regards Andrew & Nicola Property Owner
Rebecca February 2023

“Lovely lodge with great amenities.”

We really enjoyed our stay.

- Rebecca, February 2023

Thankyou for taking the time to leave feedback. Hopefully see you again Property Owner
Amanda February 2023

“Gorgeous cabin, ideally located and well cared for; Andrew was a great host.”

Recommend visits to Land End, Falmouth for a boat trip and any of the National Trust beaches or properties.

- Amanda, February 2023

Hi Thanks for the feedback, very much appreciated. You really did visit some amazing places. Hopefully see you again Kind Regards Andrew & Nicola Property Owner
Mark January 2023

“Had a brilliant stay!”

We were so well looked after and we were able to completely relax. The Olju is very clean and tidy, with all the amenities you need. The bed was very comfortable as was the living area. Such a cosy place to stay and we will be back when visiting this area again. Thank you for a wonderful week!

- Mark, January 2023

Thank you for the really nice feedback Hopefully see you again when its a bit warmer Kind Regards Andrew & Nicola Property Owner
Olivia December 2022

“Great stay and exactly what we were looking for!”

It had everything we needed with lots of lovely little touches! It was very peaceful and the hot tub was a bonus. We found it very cosy and would definitely come back!

- Olivia, December 2022

Thank you for taking the time to leave such nice feedback. We are glad you enjoyed your stay. Hopefully see you when it is a bit warmer. Kind Regards Andrew & Nicola Property Owner
April November 2022

“We had a lovely stay at The Olju.”

We were after a quiet relaxing break with the children and this is exactly what we had. The location was perfect, in a field in the middle of no where but still only a short drive to Falmouth. The lodge was beautiful and very clean. It had a small well equipped kitchen and lounge area with a table for eating. Upstairs had low ceilings which meant crawling to get into bed which was fun! Small quirky stairs to bedrooms which as a family we all managed fined including the 6 year old. The best bit was the hot tub which was loved by all. Would definitely go back again and highly recommend, non of us wanted to leave! 10/10

- April, November 2022

Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. This is one of the reasons we chose The Olju lodge, so that although it was somewhere nice to stay it was also fun for both adults and children to be in. We are glad you enjoyed the hot tub, hopefully you got a chance to see the stars in the evening. Hopefully see you again Andrew & Nicola Property Owner
Nicole November 2022

“We had the best week at The Olju!”

The glamping pod was beautiful and perfectly located, very cosy and quirky. Really appreciated the welcome pack on arrival and everything was spotlessly clean. The hot tub was amazing. We can’t wait to return already, thank you for an amazing memorable week, we didn’t want to come home!

- Nicole, November 2022

Hello Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We are glad that you had a lovely time. Hopefully we will see you again soon. Nicola & Andrew Property Owner
Kelly October 2022

“Lovely lodge & setting, very happy we stayed here!”

- Kelly, October 2022

Thanks for the feedback, really glad you enjoyed your stay. Please come back soon Thank you Nicola & Andrew Property Owner
Maria August 2022

“We LOVED the Olju Lodge and can't wait to come and stay again.”

The Lodge is beautiful, clean and comfortable, impeccably decorated and has everything you need. The setting is heavenly and we watched the sun set while sitting outside the Lodge and listening to swallows swooping all around us. It's close to lots of fabulous places to visit but far enough away from everything to really relax. Absolutely perfect.

- Maria, August 2022

Thank you for the lovely review, it was a pleasure to have you staying with us. We look forward to seeing you again at Olju Lodges. Nicola & Andrew Property Owner

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Summary

One mezzanine bedroom with a king-size double and another mezzanine bedroom with two singles
Shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC
Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with sofa bed
Electric heating
Oven, hob, fridge, TV and WiFi
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Off road parking available
Front garden with hot tub
No smoking
Shop and pub 1.2 miles
One well-behaved dog accepted with previous consent from the owner, please enquire first.

The property

Hidden in the countryside on the outskirts of the village of Ponsanooth in Cornwall is The Olju.

This wonderful glamping pod boasts a contemporary open-plan living space with sleek appliances and a front garden with hot tub; the perfect setting for couples or families seeking a retreat in Cornwall.

Cross the threshold into your new home-from-home, settle down on the plush sofa and flick on the TV while your partner pampers you with a romantic meal prepared in the fully-equipped kitchen.

Enjoy this together at the dining table before popping open a bottle of bubbly to toast your relationship and getaway.

As the sky darkens, step outside to delight in a soothing soak in the hot tub while the night sky and its bright stars provide a truly memorable backdrop.

When the yawning begins, head inside and wash off the day’s adventures in the shower room before getting some much-needed rest and rejuvenation in the mezzanine bedroom with a king-size double and a twin.

The Olju lies a short drive from the centre of Ponsanooth where you can stock up on necessities to ease your self-catered stay at the local shop or treat your partner to a special meal at The Stag Hunt Inn which serves delicious pub fare and a variety of drinks.

For those looking to spend a sunny day at the beach, the town of Falmouth can be easily reached by car and is home to Swanpool and Gyllyngvase beach which are idyllic places to sunbathe, splash around in the sea or explore seafront attractions.

Be sure to explore Castle Beach with its rock pools, and close proximity to Pendennis Castle, an impressive fortress with interactive exhibits and impressive vistas across the estuary, you could also immerse yourself in local history at the National Maritime Museum.

Or travel inland to Truro, a vibrant city with a wonderful cathedral and a variety of pubs including The Rising Sun and Central Bar which are great spots for date night.

Choose The Olju in Cornwall as the base of your next romantic retreat.

Note: This property can be booked with Ref. 1104547, together sleeping up to four guests.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £150.

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About the location

PONSANOOTH

Penryn 2.9 miles; Redruth 5.3 miles; Falmouth 5.5 miles.

Ponsanooth is a lovely village resting between Redruth and Penryn in Cornwall. The village offers a good selection of amenities including The Stag Hunt Inn and the well-stocked Ponsanooth Village Stores, as well as the attractions of Kennall Vale Nature Reserve and Dynamite Valley Brewing, where visitors can enjoy local ales. Continue onto Penryn, where dining options include Muddy Beach, Bagno Kitchen, and The New Inn, here you will also find the Verdant Brewing Co Brewery & Taproom and Penryn Museum. Further afield is Falmouth, where you will find a wider selection of attractions and amenities, including Seaview Inn, The Boathouse Pub & Restaurant, Pendennis Castle, the National Maritime Museum, Castle and Gyllyngvase Beach, the Swanvale Nature Reserve, and ferry trips over to St Mawes.

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Reviews & Ratings

“A hidden gem in an idyllic location.”

“Fantastic location overlooking wonderful peaceful views with lots of space between the 3 properties.”

“Lovely hut, smaller space than expected, photos did make the upstairs look bigger, could benefit with a mop ( after being in the tub on rainy nights) and a hand held vacuum.”

“We loved the vacation home, it was comfortabel en big enough for the four of us.”

“We had the most amazing stay at this clamping pod for the weekend, the views are absolutely stunning the pod is cute and very clean and has everything you need for your stay.”

“Such a lovely short break for our family, the kids really enjoyed the hottub.”

“What a fantastic excellent stay.”

“Beautiful weekend away at the lodge, it had everything we needed & the eggs in the fridge - a lovely surprise for our children.”

“I will definitely be going back; a two night stay wasn't nearly enough in this lovely cabin.”

“Everything was perfect will definitely come again!”

“A lovely relaxing stay at The Olju.”

“Had a lovely few days staying here as a girls trip for my birthday.”

“Fabulous cabin.”

“We had a wonderful time , it was such a calm , beautiful, peaceful place.”

“Beautiful lodge, very clean and tidy, all the little details were thought of!”

“Our holiday at Olju Lodge was fantastic.”

“What an amazingly unique place to stay.”

“Such a cute lodge with all the facilities needed.”

“We had a lovely stay.”

“We had amazing time.”

“This place was fantastic the best night sleep i have had in decades and the owner is a really nice bloke”

“Great property, owners were fantastic and provided everything and more.”

“The property itself was very quaint and pretty with amazing views of the countryside.”

“We enjoyed such a lovely stay here!”

“Such a lovely place to stay in a quiet location.”

“This property does not have a covering over the hot tub which makes it un useable in poor weather.”

“Beautiful location, extremely clean and very comfortable for such a small structure!”

“Myself husband and two children stayed for a weekend in the Olju at the end of Feb and what a beautiful stay we had.”

“The Olju was exactly what we hoped for and the perfect setting for a romantic week away.”

“Lovely lodge with great amenities.”

“Gorgeous cabin, ideally located and well cared for; Andrew was a great host.”

“Had a brilliant stay!”

“Great stay and exactly what we were looking for!”

“We had a lovely stay at The Olju.”

“We had the best week at The Olju!”

“Lovely lodge & setting, very happy we stayed here!”

“We LOVED the Olju Lodge and can't wait to come and stay again.”

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About the location

PONSANOOTH