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4- and 5-star hotels in Liskeard
A shortlist of 4- and 5-star hotels in and around Liskeard, from manor farm stays and country houses to self-catering cottages on the edge of Bodmin Moor. It suits couples, families and anyone using the town as a base for Cornwall.
Staying in Liskeard
Liskeard is a historic market town, known for its role in Cornwall's mining history and as a gateway to Bodmin Moor and the Looe Valley. The core around the Guildhall and Market Street keeps shops, cafes and the railway station within walking distance, while the Looe Valley Line runs south through the wooded valley of the River Looe. The A38 passes just south of town, connecting to Plymouth and the M5.
The hotels on this shortlist sit outside the centre in surrounding hamlets and countryside. Several addresses name Duloe, plus Menheniot, Merrymeet, Darley, Dobwalls, Penhale Grange and Lamellion Cross, with distances from 1.2 km to 10.2 km from the centre. That makes them best for travellers with a car: couples wanting a quiet country base, families needing kitchens and gardens, and short-break visitors combining moorland walks with the coast.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Tregondale Manor Farm
Menheniot, Liskeard, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Pool bar
- Free car parking
- Breakfast in room
Why stay hereSet at Menheniot, 4.0 km from Liskeard, this 5-star farm stay pairs a tennis court and badminton with a garden, terrace and picnic area. Rooms come carpeted, with bathrobes, slippers and free wifi, and breakfast can be brought to the room. Special diets are catered for, and there is free car parking plus a games room and lounge for the evening. Suited to guests who want sport and outdoor space alongside polished comfort.
See Tregondale Manor FarmWoodfield Coach House
Merrymeet, Liskeard, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Kitchen
Why stay hereThis 5-star coach house at Merrymeet, 3.8 km from Liskeard, is built for self-catering stays: a kitchen with oven, microwave, refrigerator and dishwasher, plus a washing machine. A fireplace and jacuzzi add comfort indoors, and the garden gives you space outside. Free car parking and non smoking rooms throughout. It suits families or couples who prefer their own kitchen and laundry over hotel dining, with Liskeard a short drive away.
See Woodfield Coach HouseHob Nob
Old Lanwarnick Cottages Duloe, Liskeard, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
Why stay hereA 5-star cottage at Old Lanwarnick Cottages in Duloe, 10.2 km from Liskeard, with a balcony and patio looking over the garden. The kitchen covers oven, microwave, refrigerator and dishwasher, and there is a jacuzzi and fireplace indoors plus a washing machine. Free wifi and free car parking are provided, and pets are allowed. Best for guests who want a rural self-catering base and are happy to bring a dog along.
See Hob NobRainbow Cottage
Old Lanwarnick Cottages Duloe, Liskeard, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
Why stay hereRainbow Cottage is a 5-star property at Old Lanwarnick Cottages, Duloe, 10.2 km from Liskeard. Its balcony and patio open onto a garden, while inside you get a fireplace, jacuzzi and a full kitchen with oven, microwave, refrigerator and dishwasher, plus a washing machine. Free wifi, free car parking and pets allowed. Ideal for guests booking a self-catering countryside break who want outdoor sitting space and room for a dog.
See Rainbow CottageHoney Pot
Old Lanwarnick Cottages Duloe, Liskeard, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
Why stay hereHoney Pot sits at Old Lanwarnick Cottages in Duloe, 1.2 km from Liskeard, making it one of the closest 5-star cottages here to town. It has a patio and garden, and indoors a jacuzzi, fireplace and kitchen with oven, microwave, refrigerator and dishwasher, plus a washing machine. Free wifi and free car parking, and pets are allowed. Good for guests who want self-catering space within easy reach of Liskeard.
See Honey PotBlackberry Barn
Old Lanwarnick Cottages Duloe, Liskeard, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
Why stay hereBlackberry Barn is a 5-star cottage at Old Lanwarnick Cottages, Duloe, 1.2 km from Liskeard. A patio and garden give you outside space, and the kitchen includes oven, microwave, refrigerator and dishwasher, with a washing machine and jacuzzi indoors. Free wifi and free car parking, and pets are welcome. It suits guests who want a self-catering stay close to town without giving up outdoor space or bringing the dog.
See Blackberry BarnThe Old Farmhouse
Old Lanwarnick Cottages Duloe, Liskeard, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
Why stay hereThe Old Farmhouse is a 5-star cottage at Old Lanwarnick Cottages in Duloe, 1.2 km from Liskeard. It offers a patio and garden along with a fireplace and jacuzzi indoors, and a kitchen fitted with oven, microwave, refrigerator and dishwasher plus a washing machine. Free wifi and free car parking, and pets are allowed. Suited to guests wanting a self-catering farmhouse-style base within easy reach of Liskeard.
See The Old FarmhouseOak Barn
Darley, Liskeard, United Kingdom
Best for: Breakfast
- Breakfast
Why stay hereOak Barn is a 4-star hotel at Darley, 7.6 km from Liskeard, and it has earned a guest rating of 5.0 from 4 reviews. Breakfast is served and there is a restaurant on site, with a reception area and a lounge offering free internet access. Rooms are non smoking and pets are not allowed. It suits guests who want a rated, served-breakfast stay in the countryside rather than a self-catering cottage.
See Oak Barn14 Horizon View
Havett Road Dobwalls, Liskeard, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
Why stay hereA 4-star property on Havett Road in Dobwalls, 4.1 km from Liskeard, rated 4.8 out of 5 by 4 guests. The kitchen has oven, microwave, refrigerator and dishwasher, with a washing machine and jacuzzi, and a garden outside. Fishing and a golf course are among the facilities, and pets are allowed with free car parking. It suits guests who want self-catering space plus nearby golf and fishing.
See 14 Horizon View9 Horizon View
Havett Road Dobwalls, Liskeard, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
Why stay hereThis 4-star Horizon View property on Havett Road in Dobwalls, 4.1 km from Liskeard, holds a 4.8 out of 5 rating from 4 reviews. Facilities include fishing and a golf course, a garden, fireplace and jacuzzi, with a kitchen, washing machine, cot and high chairs for families. A beach is nearby and pets are allowed, with free car parking. Best for guests combining self-catering with golf, fishing and family needs.
See 9 Horizon View11 Horizon View
Havett Road Dobwalls, Liskeard, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Kitchen
Why stay here11 Horizon View is a 4-star property on Havett Road, Dobwalls, 4.1 km from Liskeard, rated 4.8 out of 5 from 4 reviews. A golf course and garden are among the facilities, while inside you get a jacuzzi and a kitchen with oven, microwave, refrigerator and dishwasher, plus a washing machine and high chairs. Free car parking and non smoking rooms. It suits guests wanting self-catering space with golf nearby.
See 11 Horizon ViewPencubitt Country House
Lamellion Cross Liskeardcornwall Pl14 4Eb, Liskeard, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Sauna
- Free car parking
- Lounge
Why stay herePencubitt Country House is a 4-star hotel at Lamellion Cross, 2.6 km from Liskeard, with a restaurant, bar and lounge, plus a sauna and terrace with garden. Rooms have baths, hairdryers and toiletries, and wifi and car parking are free. Special diets can be arranged. It suits guests who want a served country-house stay with dining and leisure facilities on site close to town.
See Pencubitt Country HouseTrecarne House
Penhale Grange, Liskeard, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Business trips
- Free car parking
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereTrecarne House is a 4-star hotel at Penhale Grange, 2.8 km from Liskeard, offering a garden, terrace and picnic area along with free wifi and free car parking. There is a meeting room for working stays, plus luggage storage, housekeeping and laundry service, and room service. It suits guests who need practical amenities and somewhere to meet or work while staying close to Liskeard.
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The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Parking | Breakfast | Pool or spa | Pets | To the centre |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tregondale Manor Farm | ★★★★★ | Yes | Yes | Yes | – | 4.0 km |
| Woodfield Coach House | ★★★★★ | Yes | – | – | – | 3.8 km |
| Hob Nob | ★★★★★ | Yes | – | – | Yes | 10.2 km |
| Rainbow Cottage | ★★★★★ | Yes | – | – | Yes | 10.2 km |
| Honey Pot | ★★★★★ | Yes | – | – | Yes | 1.2 km |
| Blackberry Barn | ★★★★★ | Yes | – | – | Yes | 1.2 km |
| The Old Farmhouse | ★★★★★ | Yes | – | – | Yes | 1.2 km |
| Oak Barn | ★★★★ | – | Yes | – | – | 7.6 km |
| 14 Horizon View | ★★★★ | Yes | – | – | Yes | 4.1 km |
| 9 Horizon View | ★★★★ | Yes | – | – | Yes | 4.1 km |
| 11 Horizon View | ★★★★ | Yes | – | – | – | 4.1 km |
| Pencubitt Country House | ★★★★ | Yes | – | Yes | – | 2.6 km |
| Trecarne House | ★★★★ | Yes | – | – | – | 2.8 km |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For families
These cottages and barns come with kitchens, gardens and high chairs, and most add a washing machine and a jacuzzi. The Old Lanwarnick Cottages group in Duloe — Hob Nob, Rainbow Cottage, Honey Pot, Blackberry Barn and The Old Farmhouse — and the Horizon View properties on Havett Road in Dobwalls all allow pets and provide free car parking.
Hob Nob · Rainbow Cottage · Honey Pot · Blackberry Barn · The Old Farmhouse · 14 Horizon View
For couples
Tregondale Manor Farm has a garden, lounge and pool bar, while Woodfield Coach House offers a fireplace, a jacuzzi and a kitchen. Pencubitt Country House adds a sauna, a bar and a restaurant, so couples can eat on site without driving into town.
Tregondale Manor Farm · Woodfield Coach House · Pencubitt Country House
Best guest ratings
Oak Barn in Darley holds a perfect 5.0 out of 5 from 4 reviews, and the three Horizon View properties in Dobwalls each score 4.8 out of 5 from 4 reviews. All four are 4-star.
Oak Barn · 14 Horizon View · 9 Horizon View · 11 Horizon View
Country house comforts
Pencubitt Country House has a terrace, balcony and lounge with free Wifi, and Trecarne House in Penhale Grange offers room service, a meeting room and luggage storage. Tregondale Manor Farm at Menheniot pairs a tennis court and games room with a picnic area and terrace.
Pencubitt Country House · Trecarne House · Tregondale Manor Farm
Where to stay in Liskeard
Duloe
Duloe sits south of Liskeard near the wooded Looe Valley, where the River Looe and the Looe Valley Line run through small settlements such as Moorswater and Sandplace. It is a quieter, rural setting close to the town. The Old Lanwarnick Cottages here share patios, gardens, jacuzzis and free parking, with some also offering balconies and fireplaces.
Our picks here: Hob Nob · Rainbow Cottage · Honey Pot · Blackberry Barn · The Old Farmhouse
Dobwalls
Dobwalls lies south of the town close to the A38, which connects Liskeard to Plymouth and the M5. The area suits visitors planning day trips in both directions across Cornwall. The Horizon View properties on Havett Road give guests gardens, kitchens, jacuzzis, free car parking and pet-friendly rooms, with golf and fishing among the listed facilities.
Our picks here: 14 Horizon View · 9 Horizon View · 11 Horizon View
Plan your stay
Getting there and around
Liskeard has a railway station on the main line between Plymouth and Penzance, with direct services to London Paddington, Bristol and Exeter. The Looe Valley Line, a scenic branch operated by Great Western Railway, runs from Liskeard to Looe through the wooded valley of the River Looe and is popular with visitors. By road, the A38 trunk road passes just south of the town, linking to Plymouth and the M5, and bus services connect Liskeard with nearby towns and villages. Within the town most central attractions are walkable, but a car or local bus is useful for reaching Bodmin Moor and the coast.
When to go
Spring and summer offer the best weather for exploring Bodmin Moor and the Looe Valley, with longer daylight hours. Autumn brings quieter roads and changing colours on the moor. Winter can be wet and windy, but the town's markets and indoor attractions remain open. Liskeard hosts its annual agricultural show in August and a literary festival in October. Many visitor sites, such as Stuart House, have seasonal opening hours, so check ahead.
Questions, answered
Do these hotels have parking?
Yes. Free car parking is listed at Tregondale Manor Farm, Woodfield Coach House, all the Old Lanwarnick Cottages properties, the Horizon View properties, Pencubitt Country House and Trecarne House. Liskeard town centre also has pay-and-display car parks, including at the Cattle Market and Fairpark.
Which hotels allow pets?
Pets are allowed at Hob Nob, Rainbow Cottage, Honey Pot, Blackberry Barn and The Old Farmhouse in Duloe, and at 14 Horizon View, 9 Horizon View and 11 Horizon View on Havett Road in Dobwalls. Oak Barn in Darley does not allow pets.
Do any of these hotels have a pool or spa?
None of the listed properties has a pool or a spa. Pencubitt Country House does have a sauna, and jacuzzis are listed in the Old Lanwarnick Cottages properties and the Horizon View properties.
Which is closest to Liskeard town centre?
Honey Pot, Blackberry Barn and The Old Farmhouse at Old Lanwarnick Cottages in Duloe are each 1.2 km from the centre. Pencubitt Country House at Lamellion Cross is 2.6 km, and Trecarne House at Penhale Grange is 2.8 km.
Which is the top-rated hotel on this shortlist?
Oak Barn in Darley scores 5.0 out of 5 from 4 reviews, the highest rating here. The three Horizon View properties in Dobwalls follow at 4.8 out of 5 from 4 reviews each.
Do any hotels serve breakfast?
Breakfast is listed at Oak Barn in Darley, which also has a restaurant. Tregondale Manor Farm offers breakfast in the room, and both Pencubitt Country House and Oak Barn have restaurant facilities.
Which hotels are best for families?
The Old Lanwarnick Cottages properties in Duloe and the Horizon View properties in Dobwalls all provide kitchens, gardens and high chairs, and most include a washing machine and jacuzzi. Tregondale Manor Farm adds a games room and table tennis, and 9 Horizon View lists a cot.
Are the hotels within walking distance of the town centre?
The nearest, Honey Pot, Blackberry Barn and The Old Farmhouse, are 1.2 km from the centre. Others range from 2.6 km to 10.2 km out, in Duloe, Menheniot, Merrymeet, Darley, Dobwalls, Penhale Grange and Lamellion Cross, so a car or local bus is useful.