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The Waterwheel

★★★★ Bodmin Road, St Austell, GB

9.2 guest rating· 680 reviews

About this hotel

Tranquil Escape in St Austell Valley

Idyllic Setting : Nestled in a wooded valley, The Waterwheel Inn offers a serene retreat just a short stroll from St Austell town. Surrounded by 1.5 acres of lush grounds, guests can unwind in a picturesque setting.

Comfortable Accommodation : The inn boasts well-appointed rooms with charming décor, flat-screen TVs, and tea/coffee making facilities. Some rooms feature original wooden beams, adding character to the stay.

Delightful Dining : Indulge in a culinary experience at the elegant dining room, offering a choice of 3-course meals or à la carte options. From succulent steaks to fresh seafood, the menu caters to various palates.

Experience tranquility and comfort at The Waterwheel Inn - book now for a memorable getaway.

Rooms & rates

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Double Room, Garden View

Sleeps 2 · King bed

  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free WiFi

<p><strong>1 King Bed</strong></p><p>Individually decorated room</p><br/><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - Flat-screen TV with digital channels</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Coffee/tea maker and electric kettle </p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Egyptian cotton linens and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, shower, bathrobes, and free toiletries</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Iron/ironing board (on request) and wardrobe or closet</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Daily housekeeping and climate-controlled heating</p><p><b>Accessibility</b> - Grab bar near toilet</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Double Room, Ensuite

Sleeps 2 · King bed

  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free WiFi

<p><strong>1 King Bed</strong></p><p>Balcony with garden views</p><br/><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - Flat-screen TV with digital channels</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Coffee/tea maker and electric kettle </p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Egyptian cotton linens and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, shower, bathrobes, and free toiletries</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Iron/ironing board (on request) and wardrobe or closet</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Daily housekeeping and climate-controlled heating</p><p><b>Accessibility</b> - Grab bar near toilet</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Small Double Room

Sleeps 2 · 9 m² · Double bed

  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower
  • TV
  • Hair dryer

These rooms have a standard double bed, a flat screen TV with Freeview channels, and facilities for making tea and coffee.

Twin Room

Sleeps 2 · 13 m² · 2× Twin bed

  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower
  • TV
  • Hair dryer

Room is tastefully decorated, and comes with a flat screen TV with Freeview channels, and facilities for making tea and coffee.

Triple Room

Sleeps 3 · 16 m² · Twin bed, Double bed

  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower
  • TV
  • Hair dryer

Room is tastefully decorated, and comes with a flat screen TV with Freeview channels, and facilities for making tea and coffee.

King Room with Garden View

Sleeps 2 · 17 m² · Queen bed

  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower
  • TV

These larger rooms have a King or Superking bed and either a patio or Juliette balcony. Additional facilities include a silent fridge, bathrobes and slippers. One of these rooms is wheelchair accessible and has facilities to accommodate guests with disabilities, including hand rails in the wet room, raised toilet, emergency pull cord, and shower seat if required.

Junior Suite

Sleeps 2 · 26 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower
  • TV

Spacious suite with Superking bed, Juliette balcony and a seating area with sofa and large wall-mounted TV. Additional facilities include a silent fridge, bathrobes and slippers.

Superior Double Room

Sleeps 2 · 14 m² · Queen bed

  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower
  • TV

Featuring free toiletries and bathrobes, this double room includes a private bathroom with a shower, a hairdryer and slippers. This double room has soundproof walls, a tea and coffee maker, flat-screen TV, as well as chocolate for guests. The unit has 1 bed.

Standard Double Room

Sleeps 2 · 12 m² · Double bed

  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower
  • TV
  • Hair dryer

Featuring free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. This double room has a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, flat-screen TV, as well as chocolate for guests. The unit has 1 bed.

Amenities

  • WiFi available
  • Free Parking
  • Accessible parking
  • Private parking
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Pets allowed
  • Golf course
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Adult only
  • CCTV outside property
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Designated smoking area
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  • Emergency cord in bathroom
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Garden
  • Heating
  • Higher level toilet
  • Invoice provided
  • Key access
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Security alarm
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Smoke alarms
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Special diet menus - on request
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wine/champagne

Location

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Bodmin Road, St Austell, GB

Check-in
from 04:00 PM to 10:30 PM
Check-out
until 10:30 AM

What guests say9.2680 reviews

+ Friendly staff+ Great food+ Beautiful gardens+ Comfortable stay− Cleaning issues− Small room size mentioned
Cleanliness8.3
Service9.8
Location9.3
Room Quality8.8
Amenities9.3
Value for Money8.8

Very good would stay again.

8.0

Breakfast excellent choice of food, Dinner excellent food, big portions. room good size room.

− N/A

Brian · GB · 2026-07-25

A great relaxing weekend,

10.0

Spotlessly clean, very helpfull staff, and sub tropical gardens , a real little gem. We will return in the Autumn when the woodburners are in use.

− Can't think of any thing.

Neville · GB · 2026-07-21

Guest review

5.0

Superb gardens Lovely breakfast

− Decor and furnishings were miserable. No toiletries in one room. One room smelled damp. No place to sit downstairs as door to communal area was locked. Quite a few dogs in the restaurant

Strudel64 · GB · 2026-07-20

Nice staff, great breakfast, amazing garden and super powerful shower.

10.0

Very friendly welcome from Donna who explained everything. The garden is amazing! Excellent breakfast each day - good quality sausages and bacon. The room was very clean and the shower is incredibly powerful!

− Nothing to complain about.

Huei-En · GB · 2026-07-19

Loved the food , room, staff and everything

10.0

Well presented and great choice …. Beautifully cooked

− Nothing

Stephen · GB · 2026-07-19

Good to know

Kindly note that the property cannot process payments from American Express credit cards, and an alternative card will be required.

Please note that only children aged 13 years and older can be accommodated at The Waterwheel Inn.

Please note there are pets living at this property. It may not be suitable for guests with allergies.

Please do not book more than 5 rooms without first calling the property to insure that is feasible.

A deposit may be required at the property.

›Groups

When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

›Parking

Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

›Internet

WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

›Children and extra bed policy

Children are not allowed.

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›Pets

Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.