Name: Meadow Lakes Holiday Park
Address: Hewas Water, St Austell, Cornwall, PL26 7JG
Price range: US$161+
Rating: 7.6

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About the Hotel

Hewas Water, St Austell, PL26 7JG

Near the beaches

Great

8.9

/10

3.0

Loved by Meadow Lakes Holiday Park guests

Luxury lodges

Super clean cabins

Friendly staff

Excellent amenities

High standard

"The facilities were amazing, lots of things for kids to be fully entertained."

Darshan from United Kingdom

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"Animal corner was lovely for kids & they had supervised petting time to hold the guineas pigs."

mzlar from United Kingdom

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"Lovely site, friendly staff, woodland walk, farm animals, play park and outdoor pool was plenty to keep my 6yo happy in between our adventures."

Michelle from United Kingdom

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Holiday park with free animal petting, heated swimming pool, and fishing lakes in St Austell

Accommodations

Meadow Lakes Holiday Park offers private bathrooms and fully equipped kitchens with refrigerator, oven, stovetop, and toaster in each unit. Guests can choose from lodges, holiday homes, and camping pitches, with some lodges featuring a private hot tub. Free on-site private parking is included for all guests.

Leisure Facilities

The park has a heated swimming pool and a hot tub available for guest use. A children's playground with a zip wire and a play barn with air hockey and pool tables provide indoor and outdoor recreation. Fishing lakes on site offer catch-and-release angling, and a dog field gives pets a safe space to run.

On-Site Animals

Meadow Lakes keeps a mini animal sanctuary with ponies, donkeys, pygmy goats, guinea pigs, chickens, and geese. Children can attend supervised petting time to hold the guinea pigs and brush the ponies. Roaming chickens visit guests across the park, and the animal corner is open daily.

Dining & Services

A cafe on site serves hot food, cakes, and drinks during limited opening hours. A bar is available for evening relaxation and entertainment. The reception shop stocks essentials, including Rattler cider, at fair prices.

Location

The park is 14 km from the Eden Project and 25 km from Newquay Train Station. Nearby attractions include the Lost Gardens of Heligan, Pentewan beach, and the harbour villages of Mevagissey and Charlestown. An Asda superstore is a 10-minute drive away for supplies.

Highlights

Animals: Free supervised petting of ponies, donkeys, goats, and guinea pigs

Facilities: Heated swimming pool, hot tub, and play barn with air hockey

Fishing: On-site lakes for catch-and-release angling

Location: 14 km from Eden Project, close to Lost Gardens of Heligan

Rooms: Lodges with private hot tubs, holiday homes with full kitchens

Must-do experiences

Visit the Eden Project for its stunning biomes and gardens.
Savor a traditional Cornish pasty at the iconic Cornish Bakery.
Explore the Lost Gardens of Heligan, a magical garden restoration.
Stroll through St Austell Market for fresh produce and local crafts.
Discover local history at the St Austell Museum and Gallery.

Location: Perfect

9.0/10Review score

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Highlights from guests

Children's AmenitiesKids' Paradise

The children loved the playground and hot tub. Plus ponies, woodland walks, farm animals and a play barn made it unforgettable.

Jamie from Wales

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BathroomRefreshing Showers

The shower was amazing! It had superb water pressure. Also provided were dish cleaning supplies, which was a nice touch.

Freya from Scotland

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DiningCafe Pizzas!

The on-site cafe's pizzas rival those in Italy. They are extremely friendly and accommodating. Also welcome ciders in the fridge!

Niamh from Ireland

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Guest ParkingEasy Parking

Parking was easy and convenient! There was an allocated parking space. Check-in was a breeze and reception were very clued up.

Rajesh from India

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2 persons
2 Single beds
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Hotel facilities and services

Each hotel provides modern amenities for a relaxing and pleasant stay

Facilities: Great

8.8/10Review score

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Free parking
No pets allowed
Smoke detectors

Sports & Fitness

Golf course

Services

Laundry

Dining

Bar/ Lounge area

Children

Cots
Children's play area

Spa & Leisure

Jacuzzi

Room features

Heating

Self-catering

Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Meadow Lakes Holiday Park Location

Hewas Water, St Austell, PL26 7JG

Map view

City landmarks

Garden

The Lost Gardens of Heligan

4.59 km

Landmark

Cornish Parachute Club

1.14 km

Landmark

St Mark Mission Church

2.37 km

Landmark

Wheal Commerce

2.39 km

Garden

Trewithen Gardens

3.11 km

Landmark

Resugga Castle later prehistoric univallate hillfort

2.96 km

Landmark

Polgooth Mine

2.77 km

Landmark

Church of St Nun

3.06 km

Landmark

chapel

3.2 km

Landmark

Polgooth Methodist Church

3.21 km

Landmark

Church of All Saints

3.63 km

Landmark

St Crida's Church

3.67 km

Golf Course

St Austell Golf Club

3.88 km

Landmark

Footsteps of Discovery

3.99 km

Landmark

Church of St Mewan

4.17 km

Landmark

Heligan House

4.33 km

Restaurants

Tom's Take Out

670 m

Hewas Water

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Local Highlights

The Lost Gardens of Heligan

10-minute drive

Historic gardens showcasing a variety of plants and Victorian structures. Guided tours available.

Wheal Commerce

5-minute drive

A former tin mine with ruins and mining exhibits. Offers insights into Cornwall's mining history.

Trewithen Gardens

5-minute drive

Beautiful gardens featuring rare plants and scenic views. Ideal for leisurely walks and photography.

King's Wood and Pentewan Circular Walk

50 minutes walking

Scenic walking trail offering stunning coastal views, perfect for nature lovers and hikers.

St Austell Golf Club

10-minute drive

Challenging 18-hole golf course set in beautiful countryside. Book tee times in advance.

Tom's Take Out

10-minute walk

Casual eatery with local favorites. Known for fish and chips, convenient for a quick meal.

The Ship Inn

10-minute drive

Traditional pub serving hearty British fare. Enjoy a warm atmosphere and a selection of local ales.

The Regal Theatre

15-minute drive

Offers a variety of performances, including musicals and comedy shows. Family-friendly events often featured.

St Austell Cinema

15-minute drive

Modern cinema showcasing the latest films. Great for a night out, with snacks and drinks available.

Getting around the city

City Centre
St Austell 9 min · 5.7 km
Airports
Newquay (NQY) 44 min · 29.2 km
Penzance (PZE) 89 min · 58.9 km
Train
St Austell Train Station 10 min · 6.1 km
St Austell Railway Station 10 min · 6.1 km

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Property information and rules

Check-in

from 16:00-23:59

Check-out

until 10 am

Internet

Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.

Children & extra beds

There are no cots provided in a room.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Languages

English, German, Spanish, Italian, Dutch, Norwegian, Swedish, Danish, Polish, Croatian

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Guest ratings and detailed reviews

Feedback about Meadow Lakes Holiday Park from previous guests about their experience.

Review summary

Based on recent reviews

Meadow Lakes Holiday Park is often praised for its relaxing atmosphere and convenient location for exploring the area. Guests frequently highlight the immaculate and spacious caravans, some featuring well-received hot tubs. The animal corner, complete with goats, donkeys and ponies, is a hit, as is the swimming pool; however, a few guests have found the pool a bit cold for babies. The lake walks and garden cottages with full facilities, including WiFi and washing-up amenities, are also commonly appreciated.

Review score

Based on 5 verified reviews

7.6 /10

Very good

100%

Recommend

Cleanliness

9.1/10

Location

9.0/10

Free Wi-Fi

8.5/10

Facilities

8.8/10

Pros

Clean cottage

Quiet location

Adequate kitchen

Free roaming chickens

Cons

Basic interior

Cramped space

Blunt knife

Dusty radiators

Theodore from United States

Family with children

Two-Bedroom Mobile Home

3 nights in November 2025

Reviewed: December 22, 2025

7/10

modern cons decking area warm welcome cold water petting absence limited lunch

the chalet we booked was great it was very well kept it had all the mod cons and essentials the decking area had a lovely little seating plan i liked the pub style bench at the front it overlooked the hills. the grounds are beautifully maintained it feels like a cornish gem i found it to be absolute value for money the park has beautiful settings. the front of house staff were very helpful they greeted me with a very warm welcome.

i found that we didn't have any heating or hot water in the shower room we reported the problem but the hot water never turned on the shower room was freezing the water was like ice we couldn't shower for two days. the website advertised animal petting on saturdays it said petting was at 4pm when i got there they told me it wasn't happening that saturday my son was really disappointed. the cosy cafe opened from 9am till 12pm they didn't serve lunches.

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Eva from Germany

Family with children

Two-Bedroom Mobile Home

3 nights in August 2026

Reviewed: October 01, 2025

7/10

clean swimming pool immaculate caravan cold water no heating

The staff was lovely. The caravan named Finch was immaculate. The caravan had everything I needed including bedding, towels, pots, pans and toilet roll. The swimming pool was warm and clean. I charmed seeing animal on sight because these were well cared.

I traveled there for a family holiday with my son. The cabin was fine but I did not had any heating or hot water in the WC. I reported the problem but the hot water and heating never turned on. The shower room became freezing and the water was like ice.

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Daniel from United Kingdom

Family with children

Two-Bedroom House

4 nights in August 2026

Reviewed: October 01, 2025

6/10

decent stay overall

essential facilities comfortable bed friendly staff remote site expensive travel website petting

the cottage had essential facilities. beds and sofas were comfortable. staff members were friendly.

the site felt remote. this could make travel expensive. the website advertised animal petting, but it did not happen one saturday.

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Margaret from United Kingdom

Family with children

Mobile Home 2

4 nights in August 2026

Reviewed: September 29, 2025

9/10

relaxing holiday!

clean caravan peaceful setting

i found the caravan immaculate. it felt very spacious. i slept very well there. it was so peaceful.

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Connor from Australia

Family with children

Two-Bedroom Holiday Home

5 nights in August 2026

Reviewed: August 22, 2025

9.0/10

wonderful stay, great spot!

clean accommodation tidy ground

i visited here twice this year, once in may and again in september. i noticed accommodation was clean and well equipped both times. grounds staff kept everything clean and tidy. i found this place very relaxing and comfortable.

the caravan size felt a little disappointing, especially because i paid for a premium caravan. it was a six berth, but there was only enough space around the table for four people.

Dining

8/10

The cafe opened early and closed at noon. It makes getting a quick breakfast easy before heading out. i liked the convenience this provided for morning fuel ups. they offered pastries and hot drinks.

Rooms

9/10

The two bedroom holiday home had enough space for my family and me. it included a kitchenette with basic cooking facilities. This was great for simple meals. the beds were firm. I slept well.

Location

10/10

This is a quiet site, and i appreciated the peace. the site is a perfect base for exploring the local area. So many attractions were within driving distance. i enjoyed the convenient access.

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