The Nare

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“A longstanding, privately owned “country house by the sea” offering warmth, kindness, old school manners, formal dining and comfortable, traditional bedrooms in a stunning location overlooking Carne Bay. A Cornish home-from-home beloved by many often-returning families”

Hotel review

Perched above Carne Beach on Cornwall’s Roseland Peninsula, The Nare is the sort of luxury hotel many places try to imitate but very few manage to become. Family-owned for generations, this country house hotel by the sea has built a loyal following through traditional hospitality, polished service by long-serving staff and a warm and friendly atmosphere which feels entirely removed from modern hotel trends.

The setting is exceptional. Sweeping sea views stretch across one of Cornwall’s loveliest beaches, while direct access to the sand makes it particularly appealing for families and long coastal walks with four-legged friends. Inside, fires burn in the drawing rooms, fresh flowers sit on tables and newspapers and magazines are laid out beside deeply comfortable armchairs and sofas. Interiors remain reassuringly traditional with antiques, patterned wallpapers and fabrics with none of the contemporary styling currently dominating many coastal hotels.

The 40 bedrooms and suites continue the classic country house feel with generous bathrooms, Penhaligon’s toiletries, bathrobes, fresh flowers and many sea-facing terraces. Thoughtful details are everywhere, from automatic bathroom lighting underfloor heating, heated towel rails and plenty of flannels.

Dining remains central to the experience. Evenings begin with drinks and canapés before dinner in the bar followed by a candlelit evening in the Dining Room where Cornish seafood, Dover sole and seasonal produce feature on the daily-changing menu; dessert and cheese trolleys are one of the highlights! 

Facilities include indoor and outdoor swimming pools, a tennis court, sauna, steam room and hot tub, while owner Toby Ashworth’s boat trips aboard Alice Rose offer leisurely trips along the Cornish coast. Great for multi-generational holidays.

Lulu Townsend

Recommended for

  • Families

    • A good choice for an inter-generational break with something to entertain all ages (plus the dog is welcome too)

  • Active Holiday

    • With pools, a tennis court, and boats there is plenty to do at the property itself

  • Pet friendly

    • Dogs are welcome at the Nare and included in the nightly charge is a table d'hote doggy menu

  • Sights nearby

    • The Lost gardens of Heligan and The Eden Project are easily accessible and worth a visit

  • Hotel boats for hire

    • Take out the hotel's private yacht or motor boat to explore the coastline

  • Restaurant

    • Two in-house restaurants for casual and formal dining

  • Great walks

    • Roseland offers many secrets best explored on foot

  • Sailing

    • Individual tuition on smaller boats is available

  • Fishing

    • Mackerel fishing can be organised by the hotel

  • Art Classes

    • Private courses for individuals or couples

  • Croquet

    • A dedicated pitch for guests

  • Tennis Court

    • A tennis court for guests

  • Colonial

  • Sit-out Terrace

  • Country House

  • Full of character

  • Good wine list

  • Rooms with balcony/terrace

  • Lively

  • Owner managed

  • Views

  • Romantic

  • Luxury

  • Charming

  • Child friendly

  • Gym

  • Chic

  • Boutique

  • Sea Views

  • Artworks

  • On the beach

  • Spa

Facilities

  • Rooms

    36 rooms in this hotel

  • Pet friendly

    Dogs are welcome at the Nare and included in the nightly charge is a table d'hote doggy menu

  • Swimming Pool

    There are two swimming pools one indoors and one outdoors

  • Restaurant

    Two in-house restaurants for casual and formal dining

  • Hot Tub

    An outdoor wooden hot tub overlooking the bay

  • Tennis Court

    A tennis court for guests

  • Sit-out Terrace

  • Sauna/Steam

  • Good wine list

  • Rooms with balcony/terrace

  • Bar

  • Wifi

  • 24 Hour room service

  • Child friendly

  • Gym

  • Garden

  • Spa

Activities

  • Sights nearby

    • The Lost gardens of Heligan and The Eden Project are easily accessible and worth a visit

  • Hotel boats for hire

    • Take out the hotel's private yacht or motor boat to explore the coastline

  • Great walks

    • Roseland offers many secrets best explored on foot

  • Sailing

    • Individual tuition on smaller boats is available

  • Fishing

    • Mackerel fishing can be organised by the hotel

  • Art Classes

    • Private courses for individuals or couples

  • Croquet

    • A dedicated pitch for guests

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Other reviews

The Nare Hotel

This homely country house hotel by the sea is beloved by its loyal guests who come back year-in, year-out for its supreme location and superb staff. It’s the perfect place for a multi-generational holiday. Don’t miss a day trip out on the hotel’s own motor launch.

Originally published by The Telegraph

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