A fabulous historic estate, with beautiful forest walks, a pretty creek, a river. The Quay area and mill area are both very nice with a lot of interesting history. The estate has two cafes which are both pretty good and nice ice cream. The manor house is amazing, full of history and a great room full of armour and weapons. There are very helpful guides all around the house to answer questions. The flower gardens are also very nice. The place is dog friendly, plenty of parking and they have a large play structure by the main house for kids. Not very crowded on a Saturday, highly recommend a visit.

Very nice manor house and grounds. With plenty to see and do. The house is self is an intriguing combination of eras. But very picturesque. The gardens, upper and lower are a treat for any flower enthusiasts. The orchard is peaceful and full of wildlife and the cider press interesting if you like cider. Which I do Didn't get to the mill but will see it next time and there will definitely be a next time.

This is an extraordinary place to visit and it is much better than what you can see online. The restaurant is just after the entrance where you can have something to eat and drink before you start with your experience. Heading to the house you get surprise for the stunning views of the building. It is a small room where you can leave big or small bags to visit the house. You go to the entrance and you find guides welcoming the visitors and enjoying talking the history of the place. All the guides are awesome and they are very happy to explain every room, they have all the knowledge about the house. The tapestry is unique and watching in real life it makes you special. The house is really big and you can visit most of it, including the kitchen which I love it. The chapel was really cute and all the bedrooms very well disposed. About the gardens, how could I explain how beautiful they where... The magnificent scenery from the house was extraordinary and there are lots of walkways to follow and visit the mill, the river, the tower, ... I really enjoyed my visit to the house today and I am sure I will be back again.

Cotehele is a very impressive, large National Trust site. We spent about 3 hours and walked over 2.5 miles walking between the keys areas: house, gardens, quay, and mill. (They also have a van available to help transport between these if needed.) The house does not have electricity so it is quite dimly lit inside. It's also a quirky layout with a bit of stairs, though many interesting tapestries, objects, and furniture to view. The mill was a surprise - it had quite a few different rooms, and some artisans in residence the day we went. The watermill is not currently in operation but the 1st floor of the building has information as to how it would work. Gardens are quite lovely, and forest walks to the quay and mill. Secondhand bookshop is lovely, as fairly open and has a few seats. Car park at the house is large and gravel, and a short walk to the entrance. Toilets available at the house entrance, near Cotehele house and (I think) the quay - but perhaps not the mill.

Fantastic NT location. Spread out over 3 sites which is walkable if you are used to steep hills. The main house is really good, the staff are informative and friendly, lots to see. The gardens are lovely, you can walk upto the tower over a field (cut grass path). Go to the top and admire the views. There is a steep walk down and back up if you parked in the main car park to the discovery centre and river. You can drive down and park. We spent at least 2hrs 30 here. Had a drink in both cafes, both good.

Visited twice, as we were staying in the area. Fascinating history of house and very good Discovery Centre down at the Quay, impressive scale models to illustrate the rich industrial heritage of the area. Second visit was to the gardens - brightly colourful planting and beautiful old orchard.