The Smithy at Okel Tor Mine

This beautiful cottage stands on the hillside above the river Tamar looking over towards the Devon bank. It was absolutely perfect and we enjoyed our stay immensely. Jon and Jenny met us on arrival and were extremely welcoming and warm. The cottage had everything we needed for our stay and the bed was extremely comfortable. The location was perfect and only a short walk to the old mine buildings. Thank you Jon and Jenny, a perfect find and we hope to return soon.

You can give only 5 stars to the Smithy and to Jon. He gave us a very warm welcome and from the very first minute we felt comfortable. We loved to have breakfast on the terrace and enjoyed the panoramic view you will never forget. We appreciate Jon' s recommendations for shops with Cornish products and had the best dinner in The Cornish Arms. It was even a pleasure to spend the only rainy day in the Smithy, with a cup of Cornish coffee on the sheltered terrace in the afternoon and reading a book in the evening while the fireplace kept you warm.

Very welcoming host Jaw dropping views with wetland reserve on your door step with brimstone yellow and orange tip butterflies out despite the weather! Super well equipped kitchen and very comfy beds

The Smithy is exactly what you need when you have a break away. It is a lovely space for 2 people, beautifully decorated and furnished (a super comfortable bed!), in a wonderful setting. there is Cotehele within walking distance, Morwellham nearby, lots to do and see whether it's for a weekend or longer. We loved it and would strongly recommend others to go!

The Smithy, now a place of utter tranquillity and birdsong, was once a place of noise and industry and there are little decorative reminders of its mining heritage dotted all around it. The morning river mist and the ever-shifting seasonal panorama of the woodland are gentle on the eye and ear. Wind down in this cosy little cottage and from it, explore the quirky village of Calstock and beyond.

The Smithy a perfect bolthole, with extraordinary views of woodland, abandoned mine-workings, a sliver of river, and Devon beyond, and the sound of tawny owls calling to each other and geese in the wetlands below. Gird your loins for the last bit of the 'road' up there, but it's completely worth it once you're there. Jon and Jenny, despite only taking over 2 weeks before our visit, were delightful, generous hosts.

Wonderful place to stay-we regularly return and are booked again-this place feels like our ‘bolt-hole’. Beautifully situated cottages in a peaceful woodland setting. Ideal for dog walkers. Beautiful stretch of River Tamar to walk by. Cottages very clean and well appointed. A wonderful place to stay.

It just goes to prove that you can always trust Sawdays when looking for somewhere to holiday! Our stay was wonderful in lots of ways. Beautiful surroundings which are off the beaten track but a short walk to the delightful village of Calstock. A place to really relax and immerse yourselves in the tranquility of a cosy cottage and the local area. We stayed in a heat wave but are looking forward to our stay in December, keeping warm around the log burner! We fell in love with it and highly recommend.

The Smithy has been very thoughtfully and affectionately restored to become an unusual and unique holiday experience. Tucked away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, yet easily accessible to all towns and places of interest. The tranquility is inspiring and soul rejuvenating leaving those that visit feeling fresh and cognitively revitalised. We have visited in the months of January and March, finding both experiences unique but equally breathtaking.

The Smithy proved to be entirely suited to our needs being very comfortable and fully equipped. The location is perfect - close enough to the village (which boasts good pubs) to enjoy the walk but remote enough to be tranquil. Exploring the old mine workings with interesting walks around the site was a bonus. We have already booked a return visit next year.