Mellydonen Beder Del (Melly), Tor Down Quarry

Hidden within the ancient Tor Down Quarry in Cornwall, Mellydonen Beder Del offers a genuinely unique retreat for up to six guests. This thoughtfully designed lodge combines modern comfort with a setting that feels worlds away from everyday life. The property accommodates guests across three comfortable bedrooms, with living spaces that make the most of the dramatic quarry surroundings. Floor to ceiling windows frame views of the rock faces and established vegetation that have reclaimed this former industrial site, creating an atmosphere unlike anywhere else. Inside, the open-plan living area provides space for the group to gather, whilst the well-equipped kitchen handles everything from quick breakfasts to celebratory dinners. The contemporary design complements rather than competes with the remarkable setting. The hot tub sits within this extraordinary landscape, offering evening relaxation with vertical quarry walls rising around you. It creates an experience that feels both intimate and awe-inspiring, the kind of setting that prompts conversations about returning before you have even left. From this central Cornish location, the coast is within easy reach in every direction. Falmouth's maritime heritage, the artists' haven of St Ives, and the quiet coves of the Roseland Peninsula all make excellent day trips. Closer to home, the Eden Project and Lost Gardens of Heligan provide memorable visits in any weather. Mellydonen Beder Del delivers something genuinely different. When a standard lodge will not do, this quarry retreat provides the memorable setting you are searching for.