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The Waterwheel

Bodmin Road
Rated 9.1 in 518 reviews

The Waterwheel in St Austell, United Kingdom, is a charming hotel that offers a delightful blend of historic flair and modern comfort. Nestled amidst serene gardens, the hotel is set in a beautiful 18th-century building, offering guests a peaceful retreat in the heart of Cornwall. As a boutique hotel, The Waterwheel emphasizes personalized service and a welcoming atmosphere, ensuring that each guest feels at home.

The interiors of The Waterwheel are tastefully decorated, combining traditional elements with contemporary touches to create a cozy yet refined ambiance. Guests can enjoy a variety of amenities, including an on-site restaurant that serves a delectable selection of locally sourced dishes. The menu features a range of options, catering to diverse tastes and dietary preferences, ensuring that all guests have an enjoyable dining experience.

The Waterwheel's location makes it an ideal base for exploring the picturesque landscapes and attractions of Cornwall. Guests can easily access the nearby Eden Project, Charlestown Harbour, and the Lost Gardens of Heligan, among other popular destinations. The hotel staff are knowledgeable about the local area and are more than happy to provide recommendations or assist with travel arrangements.

In addition to its idyllic setting and charming accommodations, The Waterwheel focuses on delivering exceptional customer service. The staff’s attention to detail and friendly demeanor contribute to a comfortable and memorable stay for all who visit. Whether visiting for leisure or business, The Waterwheel in St Austell offers a unique experience that captures the essence of Cornwall's rich heritage and natural beauty.

Climate and Weather

January
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February
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March
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April
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May
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June
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July
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August
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September
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October
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November
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December
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Michelin Restaurants in St Austell and near The Waterwheel

Wheal Martyn
Wheal Martyn
Museum in Cornwall, England
1.8km / 1.1mi
Holy Trinity Church, St Austell
Holy Trinity Church, St Austell
Church in St Austell, Cornwall, England, UK
1km / 0.65mi
Poltair Park
Poltair Park
Park in St Austell, Cornwall, UK
1km / 0.61mi
Menacuddle Well
Menacuddle Well
Well in Treverbyn, Cornwall, England, UK
240m / 260yd
Eden Project
Eden Project
Visitor attraction in Cornwall in the United Kingdom
3.7km / 2.3mi
Shipwreck Treasure Museum
Shipwreck Treasure Museum
Historical museum relating to the local port of Charlestown, Cornwall, England
3.2km / 2mi
St Paul's Church, Charlestown
St Paul's Church, Charlestown
Church building in St. Austell Bay, Cornwall, England, UK
2.8km / 1.7mi
Church of St Mewan, St Mewan
Church of St Mewan, St Mewan
Church in Cornwall, England, UK
2.1km / 1.3mi
Church of St Peter
Church building in Treverbyn, Cornwall, England, UK
3.6km / 2.3mi
St Levan’s Church, Porthpean
St Levan’s Church, Porthpean
Church building in St. Austell Bay, Cornwall, England, UK
3.4km / 2.1mi
Church of St Blaize
Church of St Blaize
Church in St Blazey, Cornwall, England, UK
5.8km / 3.6mi
Church of St Mary
Church of St Mary
Church in St Blazey Gate, Cornwall, England, UK
4.6km / 2.9mi
St George
Church in Nanpean, Cornwall
5.4km / 3.4mi
St Mark Mission Church
Church in Sticker, Cornwall
4.4km / 2.8mi
The Lost Gardens of Heligan
The Lost Gardens of Heligan
Botanical garden in Cornwall, England, UK
6.8km / 4.2mi
South Terras mine
Former uranium mine in Cornwall, England
7.8km / 4.9mi
Church of St Andrew
Church of St Andrew
Church in Tywardreath and Par, United Kingdom
7.3km / 4.5mi
Church of the Good Shepherd
Church of the Good Shepherd
Church in Par, Cornwall
6.5km / 4.1mi
Church of St Ciricius and St Julitta
Church of St Ciricius and St Julitta
Church in Cornwall, England, UK
6.1km / 3.8mi
All Saints’ Church, Pentewan
Church in Pentewan, Cornwall, England, UK
6.3km / 3.9mi
Church of St Gomonda
Church of St Gomonda
Church in Cornwall, England, UK
6.7km / 4.2mi
Church of St Stephen
Church of St Stephen
Grade I listed church in Cornwall, England, UK
6.7km / 4.2mi
Par Coastal Gun Battery
Par Coastal Gun Battery
Disused artillery battery in Cornwall, United Kingdom
6.1km / 3.8mi
Church of St Dennis
Church of St Dennis
Church in St Dennis, Cornwall, England, UK
7.8km / 4.8mi
Resugga Castle later prehistoric univallate hillfort
Hillfort in Cornwall, England, UK
7.6km / 4.7mi
St Crida's Church, Creed
St Crida's Church, Creed
Church in Creed, Cornwall, England, UK
9.9km / 6.2mi
Tregaminion Church
Tregaminion Church
Church in Cornwall, England, UK
8.6km / 5.4mi
St Brevita’s Church, Lanlivery
St Brevita’s Church, Lanlivery
Church in Cornwall, England, UK
8.8km / 5.4mi
Mevagissey Museum
Mevagissey Museum
Museum building in Mevagissey, Cornwall, England, UK
8.7km / 5.4mi
Church of St Peter
Church of St Peter
Church in Cornwall, England, UK
8.2km / 5.1mi
Gunwen Methodist Church
Protestant church building in Luxulyan, Cornwall, England, UK
8.7km / 5.4mi
Church of All Saints
Church of All Saints
Grade I listed church in Cornwall, England, UK
8.2km / 5.1mi
Church of St Nun
Church of St Nun
Church in Grampound, Cornwall, England, UK
9.2km / 5.7mi
The Grotto, About 1/2 Mile South East Of Menabilly House At Polridmouth
Architectural structure in Fowey, Cornwall, England, UK
9.6km / 5.9mi
Castle Dore
Castle Dore
Hillfort in Cornwall, England, UK
9.2km / 5.7mi
Menabilly House
House in Fowey, Cornwall, England, UK
9.1km / 5.7mi
Gribbin Daymarker
Gribbin Daymarker
Tower in Fowey, Cornwall, England, UK
9.4km / 5.8mi
Heritage Centre
Museum in Grampound, England, United Kingdom
9.2km / 5.7mi
St Catherine's Castle
St Catherine's Castle
Castle in Fowey, Cornwall, England, UK
11km / 6.8mi
Church of St Fimbarrus Or St Nicholas
Church of St Fimbarrus Or St Nicholas
Church in Cornwall, England, UK
11.4km / 7.1mi
St Sampson's Church
St Sampson's Church
Church in Golant, Cornwall, England, UK
11km / 6.8mi
St Bartholomew's Church, Lostwithiel
St Bartholomew's Church, Lostwithiel
Church in Lostwithiel, Cornwall, England, UK
11.2km / 6.9mi
Church of St Cuby
Church of St Cuby
Grade I listed church in Cuby, United Kingdom
11.8km / 7.3mi
Church of St Winnow
Church of St Winnow
Church in St Winnow, Cornwall, England, UK
10.9km / 6.8mi
St Ladoca's Church, Ladock
St Ladoca's Church, Ladock
Church in Ladock, Cornwall, England, UK
12km / 7.5mi

What to do in St Austell and near The Waterwheel

Wheal Martyn
Wheal Martyn
Museum in Cornwall, England
1.8km / 1.1mi
Holy Trinity Church, St Austell
Holy Trinity Church, St Austell
Church in St Austell, Cornwall, England, UK
1km / 0.65mi
Poltair Park
Poltair Park
Park in St Austell, Cornwall, UK
1km / 0.61mi
Menacuddle Well
Menacuddle Well
Well in Treverbyn, Cornwall, England, UK
240m / 260yd
Eden Project
Eden Project
Visitor attraction in Cornwall in the United Kingdom
3.7km / 2.3mi
Shipwreck Treasure Museum
Shipwreck Treasure Museum
Historical museum relating to the local port of Charlestown, Cornwall, England
3.2km / 2mi
St Paul's Church, Charlestown
St Paul's Church, Charlestown
Church building in St. Austell Bay, Cornwall, England, UK
2.8km / 1.7mi
Church of St Mewan, St Mewan
Church of St Mewan, St Mewan
Church in Cornwall, England, UK
2.1km / 1.3mi
Church of St Peter
Church building in Treverbyn, Cornwall, England, UK
3.6km / 2.3mi
St Levan’s Church, Porthpean
St Levan’s Church, Porthpean
Church building in St. Austell Bay, Cornwall, England, UK
3.4km / 2.1mi
Church of St Blaize
Church of St Blaize
Church in St Blazey, Cornwall, England, UK
5.8km / 3.6mi
Church of St Mary
Church of St Mary
Church in St Blazey Gate, Cornwall, England, UK
4.6km / 2.9mi
St George
Church in Nanpean, Cornwall
5.4km / 3.4mi
St Mark Mission Church
Church in Sticker, Cornwall
4.4km / 2.8mi
The Lost Gardens of Heligan
The Lost Gardens of Heligan
Botanical garden in Cornwall, England, UK
6.8km / 4.2mi
South Terras mine
Former uranium mine in Cornwall, England
7.8km / 4.9mi
Church of St Andrew
Church of St Andrew
Church in Tywardreath and Par, United Kingdom
7.3km / 4.5mi
Church of the Good Shepherd
Church of the Good Shepherd
Church in Par, Cornwall
6.5km / 4.1mi
Church of St Ciricius and St Julitta
Church of St Ciricius and St Julitta
Church in Cornwall, England, UK
6.1km / 3.8mi
All Saints’ Church, Pentewan
Church in Pentewan, Cornwall, England, UK
6.3km / 3.9mi
Church of St Gomonda
Church of St Gomonda
Church in Cornwall, England, UK
6.7km / 4.2mi
Church of St Stephen
Church of St Stephen
Grade I listed church in Cornwall, England, UK
6.7km / 4.2mi
Par Coastal Gun Battery
Par Coastal Gun Battery
Disused artillery battery in Cornwall, United Kingdom
6.1km / 3.8mi
Church of St Dennis
Church of St Dennis
Church in St Dennis, Cornwall, England, UK
7.8km / 4.8mi
Resugga Castle later prehistoric univallate hillfort
Hillfort in Cornwall, England, UK
7.6km / 4.7mi
St Crida's Church, Creed
St Crida's Church, Creed
Church in Creed, Cornwall, England, UK
9.9km / 6.2mi
Tregaminion Church
Tregaminion Church
Church in Cornwall, England, UK
8.6km / 5.4mi
St Brevita’s Church, Lanlivery
St Brevita’s Church, Lanlivery
Church in Cornwall, England, UK
8.8km / 5.4mi
Mevagissey Museum
Mevagissey Museum
Museum building in Mevagissey, Cornwall, England, UK
8.7km / 5.4mi
Church of St Peter
Church of St Peter
Church in Cornwall, England, UK
8.2km / 5.1mi

About St Austell

St Austell, located in Cornwall, offers a variety of attractions and activities that reflect both its natural beauty and cultural heritage. One of the prominent features of the area is Eden Project, an impressive complex of biomes housing diverse plant species from around the world. Visitors can explore stunning gardens and learn about environmental sustainability.

Another notable site is The Lost Gardens of Heligan, which showcases beautifully restored Victorian gardens. Strolling through its lush landscapes, visitors can appreciate the fusion of nature and history, making it a peaceful retreat.

For those interested in local history, the St Austell Museum provides insights into the town's mining past and its development over the years. The museum's exhibits include artifacts and information that help contextualize the region's heritage.

The nearby Charlestown Harbour is a picturesque location known for its historic tall ships and scenic coastal views. The harbor, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, offers a glimpse into Cornwall's maritime history and is a great spot for leisurely walks.

Outdoor enthusiasts may enjoy the Cornwall Coast Path, which provides stunning coastal views and opportunities for hiking. The path allows visitors to experience the rugged beauty of the Cornish coastline while engaging in outdoor activities.

Additionally, St Austell is surrounded by beautiful beaches, with Porthpean Beach being a popular choice for relaxation and water sports. The beach is ideal for families and those looking to unwind by the sea.

Finally, the local dining scene features a number of restaurants and pubs that serve traditional Cornish cuisine, offering visitors a chance to sample local flavors and enjoy the hospitality of the region.




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