Meet Emma and David

Welcome to Tawnamoor Rural Retreat

We’re Emma and David Cole, and together we created Tawnamoor Rural Retreat as a place for people to properly slow down, reconnect and experience the beauty of Cornwall in a way that feels peaceful, grounding and restorative.

Nestled on the edge of Cardinham Woods, Tawnamoor Rural Retreat is more than just a collection of holiday cottages to us. It’s a place we have poured our hearts into creating. A retreat designed not only for holidays and escapes, but for rest, connection, wellbeing and unforgettable experiences shared with others.

Tawnamoor Rural Retreat - here to help you rest, reset and revive.

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Like many people, life and business once had us constantly operating at full speed. Between running businesses, supporting teams, managing projects and navigating the pressures of modern life, we recognised just how important it is to have spaces where people can truly switch off and recharge.

That belief became the foundation of Tawnamoor Rural Retreat.

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Emma works as a Business and Executive Coach, supporting business owners, leaders and teams across the UK. Her work centres around growth, wellbeing, clarity and helping people move forward both professionally and personally. Much of the vision behind Tawnamoor Rural Retreat came from seeing just how much people need environments that allow them to pause, think, breathe and reconnect with themselves and others.

David brings a huge amount of practical expertise, vision and care to Tawnamoor Rural Retreat. Alongside supporting the wider business, he manages and maintains the estate, land and outdoor spaces that make Tawnamoor so special. From caring for the grounds and woodland surroundings to developing the Wild Spa experience, David is deeply involved in shaping the retreat and ensuring guests experience the very best of countryside hospitality.

Many of the outdoor experiences guests now enjoy, including the wood-fired hot tubs, sauna spaces and future wellness plans, have grown from David’s passion for creating spaces where people can relax naturally and enjoy the outdoors in all seasons.

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Together, we see ourselves as custodians of Tawnamoor Rural Retreat rather than simply owners. We feel incredibly fortunate to care for this beautiful part of Cornwall and to be able to share it with others.

Tawnamoor Rural Retreat has been intentionally designed to offer flexibility for many different types of stays and experiences. Whether guests are joining us for a romantic break, a friends holiday, a wellbeing retreat, a business retreat, a celebration with friends or exclusive use of the estate for a special gathering, our aim is always the same:

To create a space where people feel welcome, relaxed and able to truly unwind

As Tawnamoor Rural Retreat continues to evolve, our vision is to create a destination where wellbeing, nature, hospitality and meaningful connection come together effortlessly. A place where groups can gather, businesses can think differently, families can reconnect and individuals can take time out from the pace of life.

You may also spot our retired racing greyhound Joy enjoying the slower pace of life around the estate, alongside the local wildlife, buzzards overhead, swallows darting across the valley and Gordon, our rather famous white pheasant.

Cornwall has given us a different pace of living and a deeper appreciation for nature, community and balance. Tawnamoor is our way of sharing a little of that feeling with others.

Whether you stay for two nights or a week, our hope is simple:

That you leave feeling rested, reset and revived.