St Enodoc – Rock, Cornwall
Well-heeled British families have flocked to Rock for their bucket-and-spade holidays for generations, but it wasn’t until the successful makeover of the classic seaside hotel, St Enodoc, in the 1990s that they had somewhere stylish and relaxed to stay, that’s also perfect for all ages. Executive Chef Guy Owen does an excellent job with the food. Using the ‘Cornish larder’, the modern European dishes served at The Brasserie are fresh, healthy and locally sourced. Its clean lines, Mediterranean feel and wide terrace are in perfect harmony with the location. There’s also the recently-opened Karrek with its intimate, tasting menu celebrating the best of Cornwall. Upstairs, the bedrooms – many with sea views – are brightly painted, with original art on the walls. Together with the hotel’s spa and heated pool, it makes the ideal seaside base, with sandy beaches, fine walking, the ferry to Padstow and a golf course on the doorstep. ‘Blesséd be St Enodoc’ wrote John Betjeman, in his best-known poem, Trebetherick, in which he wished all children could enjoy the glorious holidays he’d spent there with his friends.
Doubles from £200
+44 (0)1208 863394; enodoc-hotel.co.uk
tip
SEE
The Camel Estuary is perfect for water sports, why not walk down the road to the Camel Ski School for paddle boarding or water skiing.
EAT
Head to the lovely restaurant for some crab linguine and bruschetta when the lunchtime hunger pangs hit.
BUY
Pop by the spa for a signature Pinks Soul Sensation full body experience, £110 for 120 minutes.
CLAIM TO FAME
The beautiful St Enodoc Church is a 10 minute walk from the hotel. Sir John Betjeman, CBE English poet, writer, and broadcaster is buried here.
Want to find out more? Visit the hotel's website.
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