Overview of Calloose Holiday Park
Calloose Holiday Park is a family run countryside park at Leedstown in West Cornwall, within easy driving distance of Hayle, St Ives and beaches on both the north and south coasts. The park occupies a sheltered valley with landscaped terraces, mature trees, open green areas and a natural stream running through the grounds.
Accommodation includes two, three and four bedroom holiday caravans, alongside a small collection of four lodges sleeping up to six guests. Selected holiday homes and lodges have private hot tubs, enclosed gardens or private saunas. All current fixed accommodation welcomes dogs, with 13 properties providing a secure enclosed garden.
Touring caravans, motorhomes, campervans, trailer tents and tents are also accepted. Visitors can choose between electric grass pitches, fully serviced hardstanding pitches and electric tent pitches in two different sizes.
The heated outdoor swimming pool opens seasonally, while families can also use the adventure playground, multi sports court, amusement arcade, table tennis and nature trail. The bar and restaurant serve meals and drinks, with takeaway food and seasonal evening entertainment available during school holidays.
Calloose is ideal for families, couples, dog owners, touring guests and groups looking for countryside accommodation with plenty of facilities close to the beaches of West Cornwall.
Calloose Holiday Park at a Glance
| Park information | Details |
|---|---|
| Location | Leedstown near Hayle in West Cornwall |
| Setting | Sheltered countryside valley with terraces, trees and open space |
| Holiday accommodation | Two, three and four bedroom holiday caravans |
| Lodges | Four lodge choices sleeping up to six guests |
| Hot tubs | Available with selected holiday homes and lodges |
| Saunas | Private sauna included with selected Hamlet Retreat lodges |
| Dogs | Welcome in all current fixed accommodation |
| Enclosed gardens | Available with 13 holiday homes and lodges |
| Outdoor holidays | Touring caravans, motorhomes, campervans, trailer tents and tents |
| Swimming | Seasonal heated outdoor pool |
| Family facilities | Playground, arcade, sports court and table tennis |
| Food and drink | Bar, restaurant and takeaway |
| Best for | Families, couples, dog owners, campers and touring guests |
The lodge collection includes properties with countryside views, private gardens, hot tubs and sauna facilities.
Why is Calloose a Great Holiday Park?
• Heated outdoor swimming pool during the warmer months
• Two, three and four bedroom caravan accommodation
• Small collection of spacious lodges sleeping up to six
• Private hot tubs and saunas available with selected accommodation
• Dog friendly stays with a secure one acre exercise field
• Touring, motorhome and camping pitches with electric choices
• Restaurant, bar, arcade, playground and seasonal entertainment
• Hayle Beach, St Ives and Praa Sands within a short drive
FAQs About Calloose Holiday Park
What accommodation is available at Calloose?
Visitors can choose from two, three and four bedroom holiday caravans and a collection of four lodges sleeping up to six guests. Touring, motorhome, campervan, trailer tent and tent pitches are also available.
Does Calloose Holiday Park have a swimming pool?
Yes. Calloose has a heated outdoor swimming pool that normally opens from mid May until September. The pool is not supervised by a lifeguard, so children must be accompanied by an adult.
Do the lodges at Calloose have hot tubs?
Selected lodges include a private hot tub. The Hamlet Retreat lodges also have a private garden, sauna, barbecue and outdoor seating. Some holiday caravans provide private hot tubs as well.
Are dogs welcome at Calloose Holiday Park?
Yes. All current holiday homes and lodges welcome dogs. Selected accommodation has an enclosed private garden, and the park provides a secure one acre dog walking field with a stream, pond and open exercise space.
Does Calloose have entertainment?
Evening entertainment operates during school holidays and can include live music, karaoke, quizzes and family evenings. The exact programme and opening days vary during quieter periods.
How close is Calloose to the beach?
Hayle Beach is approximately 10 minutes away by car. Praa Sands, Carbis Bay, Gwithian and the beaches around St Ives can generally be reached in approximately 10 to 20 minutes.
Accommodation at Calloose Holiday Park
Calloose offers holiday caravans, lodges and a broad choice of touring and camping pitches.
The holiday caravan range includes two, three and four bedroom choices. Current categories include Classic, Signature, Deluxe and Luxe accommodation, with included features varying between each grade.
Every holiday caravan has a lounge, kitchen, bedrooms and private shower facilities. Central heating, double glazing, bedding and towels are included. Selected properties also provide decking, a balcony, an enclosed garden or a private hot tub.
Calloose has four holiday lodges sleeping up to six guests. They include open plan living and dining space, a fitted kitchen, large bedrooms, an ensuite master bedroom and a family bathroom. Each lodge has generous outdoor decking.
The Parkview Lodge adds a private enclosed garden and hot tub. The two and three bedroom Hamlet Retreat lodges have private gardens containing a hot tub, sauna, barbecue and outdoor furniture.
Touring guests can choose from electric grass pitches and fully serviced gravel hardstandings. The largest hardstanding pitches measure approximately 10 metres by 10 metres and include individual electric, water and waste connections.
Tent pitches are grass based, include electric hook up and are available in approximately 8 metre or 10 metre sizes.
Accommodation at Calloose
| Accommodation type | Main features | Best for |
| Classic holiday homes | Self catering caravan accommodation with two or more bedrooms | Couples and families |
| Signature holiday homes | Two or three bedrooms with decking and enclosed garden choices | Families and dog owners |
| Deluxe holiday homes | Caravan accommodation with decking and park views | Couples and families |
| Luxe holiday homes | Newer accommodation with private hot tub and enclosed garden | Hot tub and dog friendly breaks |
| Parkview Lodge | Two bedrooms, enclosed garden, decking and private hot tub | Couples and smaller families |
| Hamlet Retreat lodges | Two or three bedrooms with hot tub, sauna and private garden | Couples, families and groups |
| Grass touring pitches | Electric pitches with optional direct water connection | Touring caravans and campervans |
| Hardstanding pitches | Fully serviced gravel pitches with water, waste and electric | Caravans and motorhomes |
| Camping pitches | Electric grass pitches in standard and larger sizes | Tent holidays |
Practical Accommodation Information
| Feature | What guests should know |
| Holiday home bedrooms | Two, three and four bedroom choices |
| Lodge capacity | Lodges sleep up to six guests |
| Hot tubs | Included with selected holiday homes and lodges |
| Saunas | Available with selected Hamlet Retreat lodges |
| Dogs | Accepted throughout the current fixed accommodation range |
| Enclosed gardens | Available with 13 holiday homes and lodges |
| Kitchens | Full self catering facilities are provided |
| Bedding and towels | Included with holiday homes and lodges |
| Check in | From 4pm, with early check in available as an extra |
| Check out | By 10am |
| Touring pitches | Grass and fully serviced hardstanding choices |
| Camping pitches | Tents only, with electric hook up included |
| Pitch sizes | Standard pitches start at approximately 8 metres by 8 metres |
| Specification | Bedrooms, gardens, decking and bathrooms vary by property |
Accommodation photographs should be treated as representative of the particular property or category being booked.
Park Facilities at Calloose Holiday Park
The heated outdoor swimming pool is one of the main family facilities at Calloose. It normally operates from mid May until September, with longer daily hours during school holidays. Opening is weather dependent and there is no lifeguard, so children must remain under adult supervision.
The adventure playground has swings, slides and climbing equipment. A multi sports court provides space for football, basketball and other ball games, while table tennis and crazy golf offer further activities.
The amusement arcade contains 2p machines, racing games, prize machines and a pool table. Interactive darts can also be booked, with several digital games available.
The bar and restaurant serve meals and drinks during the main holiday periods. Guests can eat within the rustic bar, bright Orangery or outside around the terrace. Takeaway food is also available. Opening hours and menus are reduced outside school holidays.
Seasonal evening entertainment includes live music, karaoke, quizzes and family events. The Orangery provides a quieter seating area with views towards the pool and play facilities.
Further facilities include a park shop, free WiFi, a 24 hour launderette, outdoor seating areas, a nature trail and a secure one acre dog walking field. Touring and camping guests also have access to toilet, shower, washing up and accessible facilities.
Main Facilities at Calloose
| Facility | Information |
| Outdoor swimming pool | Heated seasonal pool, normally open from mid May to September |
| Adventure playground | Swings, slides and climbing equipment |
| Multi sports court | Football, basketball and other games |
| Amusement arcade | Machines, games and pool table |
| Interactive darts | Digital darts games available to book |
| Table tennis | Outdoor table available for guests |
| Crazy golf | Family activity within the park |
| Bar and restaurant | Meals and drinks during the main holiday periods |
| Orangery | Indoor seating overlooking the pool and play area |
| Takeaway | Food available during selected opening periods |
| Entertainment | Live music, karaoke, quizzes and family evenings |
| Park shop | Food, drinks, camping supplies and Calor Gas |
| Dog walking field | Secure one acre area with stream and pond |
| Nature trail | Walking through the park’s countryside setting |
| Launderette | Four washing machines and four dryers |
| WiFi | Complimentary guest WiFi |
Seasonal and Practical Information
| Facility | What visitors should know |
| Outdoor pool | Weather dependent and not supervised by a lifeguard |
| Pool season | Normally mid May to September |
| Restaurant | Fuller opening hours during school holidays |
| Entertainment | Mainly operates during school holiday periods |
| Shop | Longer opening hours during school holidays |
| Arcade | Currently advertised as open until 11pm |
| Sports court | Available until dusk |
| Dog field | Reserved for guests staying at Calloose |
| WiFi | Free, although performance can vary across the valley |
| Touring facilities | Showers, toilets, accessible facilities and washing up areas |
Places to Visit Near Calloose Holiday Park
Hayle is approximately 10 minutes from Calloose and provides shops, supermarkets, places to eat and access to three miles of sandy coastline. Hayle Towans, Upton Towans and Gwithian form part of the wider sweep of St Ives Bay.
Paradise Park and JungleBarn are also near Hayle. The attraction combines birds and other animals with indoor and outdoor play, making it useful for family days when the weather is changeable.
St Ives can normally be reached in approximately 15 to 20 minutes. Visitors can explore the harbour, independent shops, galleries and beaches including Porthminster and Porthmeor. Tate St Ives and the Barbara Hepworth Museum provide two of the town’s best known cultural attractions.
Praa Sands is around 10 to 15 minutes away and has a long sandy beach on Cornwall’s south coast. Carbis Bay and Godrevy provide further choices for swimming, surfing and coastal walking.
St Michael’s Mount at Marazion is within easy driving distance, with access to the island determined by the tide. Penzance, Mousehole, Porthcurno and Land’s End can also be visited during longer days exploring West Cornwall.
The park’s central position allows visitors to alternate between the north and south coasts without travelling from one end of Cornwall to the other.
Nearby Beaches, Towns and Attractions
| Place to visit | Approximate journey | Why visit |
| Hayle | Approximately 10 minutes | Shops, restaurants, harbour and local services |
| Hayle Beach | Approximately 10 minutes | Three miles of sand and access to St Ives Bay |
| Paradise Park | Approximately 10 minutes | Birds, animals and indoor family play |
| Praa Sands | Approximately 10 to 15 minutes | Long sandy beach and coastal walks |
| Gwithian and Godrevy | Approximately 15 minutes | Surfing, dunes and lighthouse views |
| Carbis Bay | Approximately 15 minutes | Sheltered sandy beach and places to eat |
| St Ives | Approximately 15 to 20 minutes | Harbour, beaches, galleries and shops |
| St Michael’s Mount | Approximately 20 minutes | Tidal island, castle, gardens and harbour |
| Penzance | Approximately 20 minutes | Promenade, shops, galleries and harbour |
| Mousehole | Approximately 25 to 30 minutes | Historic fishing harbour and coastal village |
| Porthcurno | Approximately 30 to 35 minutes | Sandy beach, Minack Theatre and coastal scenery |
| Land’s End | Approximately 35 minutes | Clifftop walking and Atlantic views |
Journey times are approximate and can increase during summer weekends and school holidays.
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