Jam First

Jam First: Cornwall

This building started its life as a dairy but, thanks to a complete renovation along with the neighbouring homes, it's now a cosy cottage ideal for switching yourself off from the world. Though redesigned for modern living, wandering around we were awestruck by just how well this home marries its traditional past with stylish modernity. The stone exterior, timber beams and wooden floors retain the dairy feel, but shiplap-clad white walls and chic kitchen cupboards emphasise the light, and the silver wood burning stove offers a futuristic twist on a farmhouse classic. It's almost a surprise inside when you consider your surroundings, a rural and well looked-after working farm. Outside you've got your own courtyard too, a suntrap perfect for barbecues and listening to birdsong and the occasional moo and baa. The rolling Cornish countryside is right on your doorstep, while the ancient market town of Liskeard is just three miles away. If you fancy a day at the seaside, Looe and Seaton are a six-mile drive away.

Home truths:
*Up to two well-behaved dogs are welcome by prior arrangement with the host
*We recommend having a car in this area – the home has on-site parking on a gravel drive
*Due to the rural location there are no streetlights around, so after sunset the area around the home is very dark
*The home is adjacent to a working farm, so expect to hear some moos and prepare for some farm smells
*If you're sensitive to noise, the hard floors and high ceilings may reverberate
*Jacqui supplies an unlimited amount of wood for the fire – there’s a donation pot for using it (at your discretion) that she then gives to a local hospice charity