Elm Farm is a smallholding in the West of Cornwall, set in a peaceful valley close to the rugged Cornish coast. There is an abundance of birds and wildlife and many beautiful coastal and country walks in this area. The newly opened coast to coast Mineral Tramway cycle path goes right past our door, and provides safe cycling for all ages.

Elm Farm has provided an authentic slice of rural Cornish life for hundreds of guests over the years. If you're trying to get away from it all, one afternoon watching someone trying to herd stubborn farm animals might persuade you that the stresses of the city aren't really quite so bad after all. Mind you, the kids will love it!

Whether you're staying overnight or for a week, we want to make you welcome and to enable you to see some of the many beautiful sites of Cornwall. You will find that we are central for West Cornwall being just 10 miles from Truro, 15 miles from St.Ives, 20 miles from Penzance and 15 miles from Falmouth.

We offer Bed and Breakfast accommodation, camping and cycle hire, on an old 16th Century farm which is situated in a rural area.

Close to the coastal villages of Portreath and Porthtowan, this is an ideal base for hikers and birdwatchers, or those who just want to relax in the handsome Cornish countryside. It is also within easy striking distance of many of Cornwall's attractions including the famous Eden Project, St. Ives Tate gallery and countless more.

As the name suggests, there's more to Elm Farm than just tourism. We're also a smallholding, home to a number of animals and an extremely organic veg patch which you are welcome to come and experience, and we musn't forget the ever popular Boris! If you want to know how many admirers one Newfoundland can gather ( once they realise he's not a bear and soft as a brush ) - check out our visitors book!

Oh, and in case you were worried, the famous Elm Farm breakfast is made using locally sourced ingredients.

So if you want to escape from the usual tourist traps, and capture some genuine local atmosphere, you really can't do better!

For more information on our Bed & Breakfast or Camping click on the relevant menu item on the left of this page or call us now on +44 (0)1209 891498 or email us at accommodation@thebikebarn.org to enquire or make a booking. Alternatively Click here to use our online enquiry form.

• Flat, easy, safe with beautiful and varied landscape
• Cream tea and pub stops en route
• A cross section through Cornish mining history and fascinating wildlife
• Children’s activity packs and challenges for trail cycle fun
• Cycle training, private lessons, guided rides, group tours, history and wildlife rides, and children’s club rides
• Picnic and children’s play area, farm shop, beer garden and parking free for all hirers