Name: The Old Rectory
Address: St Juliot, Boscastle, Boscastle, Boscastle, PL35 0Bt, United Kingdom
Rating: 10

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We were on holiday for a week in Cornwall, with Boscastle being one of the places on our itinerary. When I spotted this B&B I just had to book to stay here for a couple of nights because of the Thomas Hardy connection, since I am a fan of this author. 

We ended up arriving later than the last check-in time but this wasn't an issue and we received a warm welcome. We'd booked Hardy's room but when we arrived we were told that Emma's room was also free and as we'd booked directly via their website we could have a free upgrade to this room if we wanted. It was a bigger room and was beautiful but I decided I still wanted to sleep in Hardy's room!

The room was clean and beautiful and I liked that there was somewhere where you could place recyclable waste.

Breakfast was wonderful and it was nice to hear some stories from the hosts at breakfast.

There was a guest lounge we could use which, again, was beautiful. There were wine glasses available to use so we enjoyed a bottle of wine in there in the evening when it was raining! In here there was a lot of information about the house's and local area's connection with Hardy which guests can look at. There are also books about Hardy/the local area that guests can borrow. I was given a tour of the garden and shown 'Hardy's seat'.

The hosts were so friendly and helpful and this made our stay so much more enjoyable. We'd definitely stay here again if in the area. I'm just sorry it took me so long to get around to writing my review!

Fabulous!

We stayed in The Old Stables, the self catering part of The Old Rectory, for two nights on the spur of the moment in April 2024. What a lovely experience it was! 
Sally and Chris, and the gorgeous Pippa, are very welcoming and helpful and The Stables have been  beautifully converted, with echoes of their past use cleverly incorporated into their conversion; we wouldn`t have been surprised to see the ghost of Fanny (Emma Gifford`s pony) marching in to join us during our stay...
Everywhere was immaculately cleaned and warm and comfortable, and we also were invited to make ourselves at home in the Victorian conservatory, the courtyard and the three acres of gardens, which are absolutely stunning. There is also a shelf of interesting books and magazines in the Old Stables, and a wealth of information about Thomas Hardy and his first wife Emma ( who met at St Juliot`s Rectory) readily available to borrow from Sally and Chris. 
Even if you are not a Thomas Hardy fan, the Old Stables is the perfect base for exploring the lovely Valency valley down to Boscastle or beyond to the cliffs. Bring your walking boots, or just sit in the sunshine and enjoy the peace. It`s a wonderful place to stay (and stunning value)

Beautiful and peaceful...

The Old Rectory is a little piece of paradise, set in the quiet hamlet of St Juliot, a couple of miles from Boscastle. Sally and Chris are so warm and welcoming. The rooms are extremely comfortable,  furnished throughout in the Victorian style - so much of the Rectory is authentically 19th century and any updating has been done with great sensitivity. Breakfasts are plentiful, usually comprising food produced in the garden, which overlooks the gorgeous Valency valley. Absolutely faultless. A great bonus for lovers of literature is the connection with Thomas Hardy, who stayed here regularly in the 1870s while courting his first wife.  We stayed in Mr Hardy's room, the smallest of the three, but the one with most significance for bookworms. Sally and Chris are very knowledgeable about this and the surrounding area and their clear love of the place will enhance any visit.  We couldn't praise the Old Rectory enough - it was a perfect getaway.

Idyllic stay - absolutely loved the Hardy connection

One of those special places one doesn’t want to talk too much about, to keep the magic secret to one self. Arriving at the Old Rectory is like stepping into a fairy tale world. Or a Victorian novel, which is more appropriate: this is the place where Thomas Hardy met his wife-to-be, Emma, the heroine of “A pair of blue eyes”. And you can sleep in Hardy’s room, or in Emma’s room, with Emma’s lovely watercolours on the walls and an impressive authentic Victorian toilet. The furnitures and decor are original, but you will find every modern comfort (the shower is so great). The garden is simply gorgeous, and all the products for the (simply amazing) breakfast comes from the vegetable  organic garden. The area around the Old Rectory gives one endless possibilities: the lovely St Julliot church (full of Hardy’s memories) is just a short stroll away, you can walk to lovely Boscastle through an enchanted forest, Tintagel or Port Isaac are few miles away. Sally, the owner and engine of Old Rectory’s magic, is a wonderful, welcoming and charming hostess.

Simply Magic

My bestfriend and I visited Boscastle in early September and stayed at the Old Old Rectory. We loved it! The house is truly beautiful, amazingly decorated, spotless and very inspiring (we stayed in the same room where Thomas Hardy did)
Their garden is a real gem and we have been given the tour of both garden and green patch which was very cool!
I was  also impressed with the breakfast service and the choice of shampoo and body wash in the bathroom (I know, small details but it was another plus for me since they use the same brand I use at home!)
We have been welcomed and looked after by the owners and their beautiful doggo and we highly recommend this place to everyone who wants to visit Boscastle!
The only downside is the very narrow countryside roads that for city people are a nightmare to drive, but this will not stop us from coming back!

Magical B&B

We stayed for 2 relaxing nights. My husband and I shared the Rector’s Room and my daughter and her friend had Emma’s Room. We wished we’d had longer. Never have we had total silence at night - The Old Rectory is truly special. It is such a gem of a location, hidden down lanes and away from the hubbub of daily life.
Sally’s family home and the connections to Thomas Hardy and Emma are fascinating. The gardens are tropical and lush, and the viewing platform a must see.
Our breakfasts were amazing with home grown fruit and veg and an endless choice. Special thanks for the Cornish rarebit!
As for the quality of the accommodation, the house is welcoming and everything has been thought of to make it a comfortable stay. Fresh cups for extra tea,  comfortable beds, fluffy towels and little extras supplied in the rooms like gorgeous shortbread biscuits!
Thanks for looking after us and making our Tintagel trip more magical than we’d expected.

Best B&B in Cornwall

I had another relaxing weekend at the Old Rectory. Having stayed several times before and always really liked it, the B&B Stables has been converted with a lot of care and thought with local wood and stone fittings, and deep sea colours, in the kitchen and everything you could need for a longer stay. It is a cosy place to sit by the wood stove with a cup of tea, or local takeaway, after a day on the beach! It is lovely to have a very comfortable hideaway, set in such wonderful gardens, and with a friendly welcome - and fab breakfast! My dog and I are looking forward to the next time......

It just get even better!

My wife and I stayed here from Friday to Sunday in March and had a fantastic time. 

As per the other reviews the garden was incredible, amazing views from 2 different viewpoints.  Great location close to Boacastle, and easy enough drives to Bude and Padstow. The kind hosts recommended using the ferry from Rock to Padstow which saved us around an hour or driving to and from - perfect. 

The hosts were very accommodating and provided fantastic breakfasts also.  We also loved the stories of the house and history.  Especially the fighter pilot story!  Make sure you ask about that. 

A great weekend away and we’ll be going back.

Thoroughly Enjoyable

Stayed here a few weeks ago . Such a beautiful place with very friendly hosts.  The room ( Emmas room) was gorgeous it was very peaceful with an extremely comfortable bed.  The breakfast was very good too. It was faultless. Can't wait to return.

Wonderful couple of days

We have stayed here a few times now and have always had a great stay. Sally and Chris are very welcoming at the B&B. 
We stayed in all the rooms and none disappoint. 
The rooms are clean, light airy and has all the facilities required.  
If we need a taxi - it was organised for us.  The food at breakfast was freshly prepared and locally sourced. 
Would totally recommend staying at The Old Rectory.

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