Tresillian Lodge: Private Woodland Lodge & Hot Tub in Cornwall
Tresillian Lodge is a private woodland lodge at Trehane Mill in Tresillian, Cornwall, 10 minutes from Truro. Tresillian Lodge sleeps up to 6 guests in 3 double bedrooms and sits alone in a secluded valley of 400-year-old oak woodland, close to the Roseland Peninsula. The lodge has a private outdoor hot tub, sauna access by appointment, underfloor heating and a balcony overlooking a stream. No shared facilities, no neighbouring lodges, no holiday park: one complete property, entirely your own.
Complete Privacy: An Exclusive-Use Lodge for One Group
Tresillian Lodge is an exclusive-use private lodge in Cornwall: one group books the whole property, and it is not part of a holiday park. The lodge sits at the end of a private lane through ancient woodland, with no other accommodation and no communal spaces. Your booking covers the entire lodge, hot tub, balcony, stream-side garden and surrounding woodland.
Many Cornwall lodges with hot tubs sit on resorts where the “private” tub is within sight of the next lodge’s decking. At Tresillian Lodge, the nearest neighbour is the oak canopy.
Owner Adrian Ballantyne manages Tresillian Lodge directly, with a local house manager on hand for arrivals and any questions during your stay.
Truly Private Setting
- No shared facilities, neighbouring units, or communal spaces
- Located at the end of a private lane in ancient woodland
- Exclusive access to the hot tub, balcony, stream-side garden, and woodland
Complete Seclusion
- Standalone property, not part of a holiday park
- One complete property, entirely your own
- Nearest neighbour is the 400-year-old oak canopy
Dedicated Host Management
- Managed directly by Adrian Ballantyne
- Local house manager on hand for arrivals.
- On-hand support for any questions during your stay
The Lodge - Bedrooms, Bathrooms & Living Space
Bedrooms
- Bedroom 1 (master): Super-king bed, en-suite with limestone rolltop bath overlooking the stream
- Bedroom 2: King-size bed opening onto the main balcony
- Bedroom 3: Flexible super-king or twin configuration
Bathrooms
- Bathrooms: Master en-suite plus a main bathroom with Travertine wetroom and cascade shower.
Living Space
- Open-plan living: Vaulted ceiling, Morsø log stove, parquet oak floors, and valley-facing picture windows
- Balcony dining: Outdoor extension above the treeline for morning coffee or evening drinks
- Fully equipped kitchen: Features a breakfast bar, American fridge-freezer with ice dispenser, and smart WiFi appliances
- Laundry included: In-unit laundry facilities provided for your stay
Private Hot Tub & Sauna
Tresillian Lodge has an exclusive-use outdoor hot tub for up to 6 people, set in the lodge’s private oak woodland, plus sauna access by appointment with the host. Neither facility is shared with other guests, and the hot tub has no time slots or park schedule.
Use the hot tub morning, afternoon or evening throughout your stay, all year round, subject to maintenance.
The sauna works especially well after a day on the south Cornwall coast or a longer walk from the lodge; simply arrange a time with the host. Read more about the private hot tub and sauna.
Location: Ancient Woodland in Tresillian, 10 Minutes from Truro
Tresillian Lodge sits at Trehane Mill in Tresillian, 10 minutes from Truro and at the gateway to the Roseland Peninsula, one of Cornwall’s quietest corners. The approach passes through privately accessed oak woodland and beneath a historic railway viaduct originally engineered by Isambard Kingdom Brunel, giving the arrival a character you won’t find at a roadside lodge.
Drive times from the lodge:
Tresillian Lodge works as a single base for Cornwall: one comfortable, private lodge from which to see a different part of the county each day.
Who Stays at Tresillian Lodge
Tresillian Lodge suits families, couples, small groups of friends and off-season guests. What unites them is a preference for privacy over resort amenities.
Families
Families use the three separate bedrooms, fully equipped kitchen and enclosed woodland setting as a relaxed base for a Cornwall family holiday. Children have private outdoor space with no other guests around; just keep an eye on them near the stream and hot tub.
Couples and pairs travelling together
Couples book Tresillian Lodge for a romantic break with the whole lodge to themselves, or travel as two or three couples, each with their own bedroom, sharing the hot tub and living space without the compromises of a hotel.
Small groups of friends
Small groups of friends use the open-plan layout, balcony dining space and hot tub for evenings together after days exploring the coast.
Off-season guests
Off-season guests, from October to March, find that the underfloor heating, log-burning stove, hot tub and secluded woodland make Tresillian Lodge as compelling in winter as in summer.
What's Included
- 3 bedrooms (super-king, king, flexible twin/super-king)
- 2 bathrooms (en-suite rolltop + Travertine wetroom)
- Exclusive-use private outdoor hot tub (6-person)
- Sauna access by appointment
- Underfloor heating throughout
- Morsø log-burning stove
- Vaulted open-plan living, dining, and kitchen
- Handcrafted parquet oak flooring
- Large balcony with woodland and stream views
- Outdoor dining and BBQ area
- American fridge-freezer with ice dispenser
- Smart WiFi appliances throughout
- Laundry facilities
- Free private parking
- High-speed WiFi
- Full linen and towels provided
Booking & Policies at Tresillian Lodge
- How to book: Check dates on the availability calendar and book direct, or call +44 7484 281458.
- Payment: 50% at booking. The remaining 50% is due 14 days before arrival.
- Cancellation: Full refund 30 or more days before arrival. 50% refund 14 to 29 days before arrival. Non-refundable within 14 days.
- Security deposit: A £1,000 pre-authorisation is held before arrival and released 4 days after departure.
- Guest policies: Up to 6 guests. Children welcome. No pets. No smoking. 24/7 arrival, with detailed directions sent beforehand.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the hot tub at Tresillian Lodge private?
Yes. The outdoor hot tub at Tresillian Lodge is for the exclusive use of your group and seats up to 6. No other guests have access, and there are no time slots: use it morning, afternoon or evening throughout your stay, all year round, subject to maintenance.
How far is the lodge from Truro?
Tresillian Lodge is about 10 minutes by car from Truro city centre. Tresillian village sits 3 miles east of Truro, so the city’s cathedral, shops and restaurants are the closest option for supplies and a dinner out.
Can the third bedroom be made into a twin?
Yes. Bedroom 3 at Tresillian Lodge can be configured as either a super-king bed or two large single beds. Tell us your preference when you book, and the room will be ready for your arrival.
Is the lodge suitable for children?
Yes. Children are welcome at Tresillian Lodge. The private outdoor setting gives children space to play without shared public areas or other guests. Adults must supervise children at all times in the hot tub and sauna, and near the stream.
Are dogs allowed at Tresillian Lodge?
No. Pets, including dogs, are not permitted at Tresillian Lodge. The lodge is also non-smoking throughout.
Is the lodge available in winter?
Yes. Tresillian Lodge is open all year, and winter and off-season stays from October to March are particularly popular. Underfloor heating, a log-burning stove, the year-round hot tub and the enclosed woodland setting make the lodge as comfortable in winter as in summer.
Do you have a minimum stay?
Minimum stay requirements at Tresillian Lodge vary by season. Check the availability calendar for the minimum stay on your dates, or call +44 7484 281458 to ask about specific dates.
Is there parking at Tresillian Lodge?
Yes. Tresillian Lodge has free private parking on the property. You can arrive at any time, day or night, and detailed directions are sent before your stay.
Where is Tresillian Lodge?
Tresillian Lodge is at Trehane Mill, Tresillian, Truro TR2 4AS, Cornwall. The lodge sits alone in a secluded valley of 400-year-old oak woodland at the gateway to the Roseland Peninsula, reached by a private lane that passes beneath a historic railway viaduct.
Is Tresillian Lodge part of a holiday park?
No. Tresillian Lodge is a single, exclusive-use property, not part of a holiday park or resort. There are no neighbouring lodges, no shared facilities and no communal spaces, so the lodge, hot tub, balcony, stream-side garden and woodland are for your group alone.
How many people does Tresillian Lodge sleep?
Tresillian Lodge sleeps up to 6 guests in 3 double bedrooms. Bedroom 3 can be set up as a super-king or two large singles, so the lodge works for couples, families and small groups of friends.
Is there a sauna at Tresillian Lodge?
Yes. Guests at Tresillian Lodge can use the sauna by appointment with the host. The sauna is not shared with other guests, and it works especially well after a day on the south Cornwall coast or a longer woodland walk.
Is Tresillian Lodge good for couples?
Yes. Many couples book Tresillian Lodge for a romantic break, with the whole lodge, the private hot tub and the woodland to themselves. Two or three couples also book together, each with their own bedroom. See our romantic weekend in Cornwall guide for a two-night plan.
How do I book Tresillian Lodge?
Book Tresillian Lodge direct through the availability calendar or by calling +44 7484 281458. Direct bookings are confirmed immediately. A 50% deposit is taken at booking, with the balance due 14 days before arrival.
What is there to do near Tresillian Lodge?
From Tresillian Lodge you can reach Truro in about 10 minutes, Trelissick in 15, St Mawes and the beaches at Carne and Pendower in 20, Falmouth and the Lost Gardens of Heligan in 25, and the Eden Project in 30. Woodland walks start from the lodge itself.