What a charming getaway!
The kitchen floods with light and has wonderful views of the platform. At the end of the kitchen you will find a small utility area and the downstairs WC.
The dining-room floods with light and looks out over your private patio and of course the platform.
The main bedroom is a comfortable size overlooking the platform at the back of the house.
Railway Cottage sits on the old railways track that runs from your back door to Newmills.
The sitting-room is the heart of the cottage and enjoys a view out across your private patio to the platform.
Enjoy a drink on your private patio area next to the railway.
All rooms lead off of the sitting-room including the stairs to the bedrooms. The sitting-room is comfortable and cosy for those colder months.
Watch what is happening on the line while making your morning cup of coffee.
Watch the trains go by.
The view from the kitchen window is very unique.
The bathroom is on the ground floor and benefits from a bath and an electric shower.
Please mind your head as you ascend and descend the stairs which are steep but benefit from a handrail.
Cosy bedroom 1.
Bedroom 2 is a lovely twin room.
Charming Railway Cottage.
An original feature of the cottage.
Railway Cottage has a lovely patio-area linking through to the platform, perfect for your free ride from Launceston to Newmills.
A lovely patio area perfect for alfresco dining.
There's private parking opposite the cottage for up to two cars.
The River Kensey runs through Launceston and is minutes from the cottage. Launceston has two town trails to help you find out more about the heritage of this market town.
One of many stunning sandy beaches on the north coast, this is Bude.
Discover Dartmoor either by bike or on foot.
The Cheesewring on Bodmin Moor, a walkers paradise!
Lanhydrock is the perfect National Trust country house and estate, with the feel of a wealthy but unpretentious family home. You can also hire bikes and head out on the marked cycle paths.
St Thomas parish church, again minutes from the cottage, offers a tranquil setting and was once the site of the largest priory in Cornwall, which was dissolved by Henry VIII in 1540. The priory ruins are visible adjacent to the church.
Railway Cottage
4560Launceston | Sleeps 4 + cot
7 Nights from £396
Ms Monaghan May 2026
What a fabulous little cottage in a fantastic location. I would not hesitate to book this gem. The cottage was spotless and very well equipped with everything you could possibly think of. Kay and Nigel were brilliant hosts- always on hand in the railway station next door and very happy to share lots of information about the history of the station (watch the dvd in the cottage detailing how it all came about). We were welcomed with a cream tea and told we could have as many train rides as we liked on the beautiful steam train. We really enjoyed our time in Railway Cottage and exploring Launceston and the surrounding area. Thank you Nigel and Kay! ...
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Mrs Artus August 2025
This is a quiet private cottage adjacent to the station platform. The owners are nearby and go out of their way to help, if anything is needed. When the station is operating, unlimited train rides are available and the platform is accessible from the pretty garden. The proximity of the station cafe is handy for a tasty lunch or teatime treat. The cottage kitchen was extremely well equipped with everything one would need, and more, including a lovely cream tea that welcomed us. The staircase had been a concern for our over 70’s group of 4, but there was a handrail and we all managed well. The bathroom has the shower in the bath and there is also a separate WC. Overall we were very happy with this unique experience....
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Mr Cooper January 2025
Very well equipped cottage, with a comfortable feel, beautifully clean, loved the location. Would stay again
Reply from Classic Cottages
We're delighted to hear this, and look forward to seeing you again soon. Julie. Customer Support
Mrs Gillard August 2025
Very clean . Cottage a bit quirky which just added another dimension from the usual holiday accommodation. Nigel and Kay excellent hosts all the train enthusiast could wish for
Mrs Diss September 2024
Would highly recommend this cottage. Excellent location, lovely hosts, clean, well equipped, nice garden area. Everything we were looking for.
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