Unique 3BR/2BA Cornish Cottage in Helston - Sleeps 6, with Wi-Fi & Alexa

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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

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Fireplace

Kitchen

Free WiFi

Washer

Dryer

Outdoor space

Explore the area

Nr Helston, ENG

Cornish Seal Sanctuary5 min walk
Flambards7 min drive
Trebah Gardens13 min drive
Plymouth (PLH-Plymouth City)109 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Beautiful Cornish cottage located at the Head of the Helford River, Wi Fi, Alexa

Situated just yards from the river Helford, this quaint period detached cottage is tucked away in a quiet backwater, but only a short walk to the local shop, the Black Swan Inn, Gweek Seal Sanctuary and Gweek Quay which has a slipway should you wish to launch your boat or kayak. The Quay also has a lovely cafe with outside seating overlooking the water. Best visited at High tide. All areas of the Old Mill house are beautifully furnished with period furniture and it has three lovely bedrooms; one King size, one double and one small double.
First floor bathroom with bath and w.c. and a full shower room on the ground floor also with w.c.
Generous Lounge with wood burner and two 3 seater sofas.
Dinning room with beamed ceiling.
Large kitchen with snug area with wood burner, coffee-maker, dishwasher and washing machine. Alexa also resides in the kitchen!!
Conservatory which is ideal for muddy boots, wet clothes, wetsuits and surf boards.
Small rear garden overlooking rolling country side. A sun-trap patio area with garden furniture, perfect for alfresco dining! Petite front garden bordering the quiet lane. Free Wi Fi.
At the side of the property a 5 bar gate leads you to a generous parking area.
Gweek is a delightful and friendly rural village and is an excellent base from which to explore the Lizard and it's beautiful coastline. The stunning Kynance Cove is just a short drive away. Frenchman's Creek and Helford are a short kayak away! Wednesday night fish and chips (from the mobile van) on the village green make a wonderful and sociable mid-week supper.

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Suzanne Kearnon

Premier Host

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English

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Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Fireplace

View of beach and sea from the front deck and garden

Sea view

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 3:30 PM

Check out before 9:30 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Helston

Located in Helston, this cottage is in a rural area and near theme parks. St. Michael's Mount and Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Potager Garden and Flambards. Bonython Estate Gardens and Trebah Gardens are also worth visiting. Scuba diving and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby.

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Nr Helston, ENG

What's nearby

Cornish Seal Sanctuary - 5 min walk
Flambards - 7 min drive
Trebah Gardens - 13 min drive
Porthleven Beach - 22 min drive
Maenporth Beach - 28 min drive

Getting around

Penryn Station - 13 min drive
Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

Blue Anchor Inn - 8 min drive
The Coinage Hall - Jd Wetherspoon - 7 min drive
Wheal Dream Restaurant - 6 min drive
Janes Fish and Chips - 6 min drive
The Bell Inn - 7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful Cornish cottage located at the Head of the Helford River, Wi Fi, Alexa pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful Cornish cottage located at the Head of the Helford River, Wi Fi, Alexa?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful Cornish cottage located at the Head of the Helford River, Wi Fi, Alexa?

Checkout is at 9:30 AM.

Where is Beautiful Cornish cottage located at the Head of the Helford River, Wi Fi, Alexa located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and The Lizard. Flambards is 2.4 mi (3.9 km) away.

9.6

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Richard

3 Apr 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

The only issue was parking; there’s ample room for two cars but getting in and out was tight, required reverse parking, and the entrance lane is very narrow, in poor condition and extremely steep. Otherwise, we loved the house in every way; a true home from home with everything you could require. It was warm, spacious, quaint, quiet, and the beds were very comfortable. My two daughters, two grandsons and I loved it. We cooked all our meals together and everything we needed was there; I can’t fault it in anyway. The local shop is fantastic, and was open everyday over Easter. There’s a village pub and cafe too, all within a minute’s walk, and my grandsons loved the boatyard! We would definitely go back.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wharfe B.

13 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cornwall holiday on The Lizard

Blown Away. A stunning cottage in a gorgeous quiet little village. 2 minute walk to the local shop, and the pub, whose meals were lovely and reasonably priced. Perfectly located for travel to the local beach at Poldhu Cove and local town of Helston. Didn't want to leave, could have stayed forever. Thankyou. I'm sure we'll be returning in the future.

Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ed D.

5 Jul 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming cosy cottage perfect location

We stayed in the cottage for 9 nights as a family holiday and the cottage exceeded our expectations. It's really thoughtfully decorated and furnished and the layout cosy and interesting. Lovely welcome pack upon arrival and all the basics you'd need. Nice double beds with decent linen. Comfy sofas in the cosily lit sitting room too. The setting was amongst rooftops in the quiet and very green creek of Gweek. Gweek is pretty itself with a nice cafe in the marina and trendy village store, but it's also the perfect place to explore so many amazing parts of Cornwall from, with Porthcurno, Mousehole, Marazion, St Ives, Helford River, Lizard, Falmouth/St Mawes and Watergate Bay/Treyarnon etc all realistic half or full day trips. Oh and yes getting into the drive does take some thinking, but you soon get used to it. We fully intend to return, a great cottage in a great location.

Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen D.

21 Jun 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

gweek getaway hideaway

The cottage is tastefully furnished - a blend of modern comfort and attractive antiques. The location was very quiet but in walking distance of the village pub, shop and centre of the village, and Gweek is well located to Falmouth, Helford river attractions, Helford, the Lizard and Penzance. We love little lanes so enjoyed mooching about locally but W Cornwall doesn't enjoy the best roads- which keeps it as it is.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nigel M.

1 May 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hidden gem in Gweek. Of fibre fibre writing review battery, yeah yeah it’s not like yeah beautiful

Walking in through the door it felt just like being at home. The lights and heating were on giving you that feeling of having just returned from the The Black Swan. A gorgeous, comfortable and inviting property set a stones throw from village life and local attractions. Gweek is a hidden gem in one of the best parts of Cornwall. You couldn’t want for anymore in a property and we were disappointed we had to leave at the end of our stay.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023