The camping pods at Caradoc of Tregardock are a cosy alternative to camping on the north coast of Cornwall – just off the coastal path and within walking distance of the nearest beach. With a location on a clifftop midway between Tintagel and Port Isaac, they offer far-reaching, west-facing views over the sea and, in good weather, that means beautiful sunsets. Thanks to a pricing policy that is as fair as the view, we’d hazard a guess that these pods might just be one of the best-value sea-view accommodation options in Cornwall.
They are probably one of the most simple too. Each of the three pods offers a set up to suit those who are pretty self sufficient. Your pod comes with comfy mattresses, a solar supplied 12-volt power system that’ll charge your phone and well, that’s about it. As we said it’s an alternative to camping. On a Cornish cliff top, it feels like a pretty good one which means that you can enjoy this beautiful spot, whatever the weather. You’ll need to bring bedding, torches and your cooking kit too. The camping vibe extends to the facilities which are a short walk away from the pods and simple but perfectly adequate: a loo, a blissfully hot shower and an undercover place to wash up.
It’s the kind of site that will suit people who are pounding the South West Coast Path or who want to spend days getting sandy and salty down on the beach. The closest is a mere 15-minute scramble down a nearby footpath; lovely, secluded and quiet Tregardock Beach. It’s the scramble that deters the crowds – and if it deters you too, just hop in the car to drive to nearby Trebarwith Strand (four miles away). Or drive further to Polzeath, Daymer Bay, Rock or, to be honest, countless others. This is Cornwall and you’re spoilt for choice. There’s also Tintagel with its castle, Port Isaac with its harbour and plenty of other places to visit. If, that is, you can drag yourself away from that view.
