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Waterside 16c Cottage No Neighbours, View, Boat, Foreshore, Garden. Very Private

Riverside cottage with kitchen and patio

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A fabulous holiday cottage waiting just for you!
Choose Rock Cottage for direct water access and its peaceful surroundings.
Welcome to our 'home away from home'
Peggy is included in the rent!  No extra charge.
Experience the creeks aboard our sturdy dinghy, 'Peggy'

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6968.8 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Breakfast available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Helston, Cornwall
  • Place, Cornish Seal Sanctuary
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Goonhilly Earth Station
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Flambards
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall)
    ‪54 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Garden Room

2 Single Beds

Master Bedroom in Cottage

1 King Bed

Young Person's Bedroom

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Waterside 16c Cottage No Neighbours, View, Boat, Foreshore, Garden. Very Private

Rock Cottage Cornwall is a 16th century traditional Cornish property which sits completely alone in AONB enjoying an acre of private grounds, including a riverside woodland which leads to a jetty and the private foreshore where our sturdy rowing dinghy 'Peggy' is moored.

The large terraced garden hugs the two borders of the spectacular and ever-changing view of the Mawgan Creek of the Helford River. This is exclusive to guests! Abundant water and garden birds too; fishing, kayaking, rowing, sailing, paddle boarding as well as wild swimming are all possible from Rock Cottage. Children will have great fun crab fishing and you are welcome to bring your kayaks, canoes with you and launch/store these from our large jetty.

We have private off lane parking directly outside the property which is solely for our guests' vehicles. No neighbouring properties within sight or sound, just a wonderful estuary view exclusive to our guests.

This well appointed 'home away from home' has all you need for a relaxing and comfortable stay and with full central heating by radiators, Rock Cottage is welcoming whatever the season and accommodates four adults with two children.

The kitchen/diner has a picturesque view of the garden, river, surrounding fields and sessile oak woodland. It is fully equipped with a new AEG steam oven and washer/dryer, Smeg ceramic hob, 60/40 LEC fridge/freezer, Bosch dishwasher and a Panasonic microwave oven. You will find everything clean, working and in its place.

On the ground floor of the cottage, is the newly renovated bathroom. This is beautifully tiled with underfloor electric heating, an electric shower over a large bath, toilet and a built-in wash hand basin. This room also serves the Garden room guests.

Step into the fully carpeted and beamed lounge with its thick and original cob walls. There are two cushioned window seats, quirky walls and alcoves, a copper canopied inglenook housing an electric wood burner, modern and very comfortable soft furnishings, an oak sideboard, table and chairs complete with wall lighting and ship's lantern. For entertainment there is an ipod dock music system, LED Smart TV, DVD player, stacks of games and puzzles as well as a great selection of Cornish novels, including many books relating to Cornish culture and maps to help you plan your outings.

At the far end of the lounge is the open tread wooden staircase. This has a short wall-mounted handrail and leads to the landing, children's and master bedrooms. These two rooms have a fabulous view of the river, are well furnished, comfortable and have top quality beds, mattresses and linen.

Ten paces from the front door is the fully carpeted Garden room. This is set up for adults or teenagers only. It is arranged with two single beds which can be zip and linked to form a fabulous 6ft, when a couple sleep in here and by request. You will wake up to a marvellous view from this room which is complimented with white New England style furniture and a 40" wall mounted TV.

On the patio is the new outdoor dining table and chairs with parasol, recliners and a drinks table. For a different aspect, there are two more seating areas in the garden, and down by the water there is a large picnic table set under the shade of the trees. Here, you can get up close to the water birds and watch the fish as they circle to feed.

Our boat 'Peggy' is included in the rent. She is moored on a running line from Easter until late October, tide and weather permitting. At 3.5M long, she is ideal for four persons. We supply lifejackets in various sizes, crabbing lines for children as well as a Tide Table to plan your activities.

Our rates are fully inclusive of boat and life jackets, bed linen, towels, tea towels, bath mats, BT superfast fibre broadband (wifi), heating oil, electricity, luxury toiletries and dishwasher tablets, etc. For a baby we can supply a travel cot, highchair and changing mat for a small supplement. If you wish to bring a dog, there is an extra charge. Please read and agree to our Terms & Conditions which contain details regarding limitations with a pet.

Master Bedroom - One king size bed (5ft)
Children's Bedroom - Two single beds (2ft 6" wide)
Garden Room - Two single beds (3ft wide) can be linked to form a super king sized bed.

Within the village of Mawgan is a shop, church and The Ship Inn pub with restaurant. By foot it is no more than fifteen minutes. If you venture in the opposite direction towards St Martin, you can visit Gear Farm pasty shop, the Prince of Wales and further on the Gwella Dairy for their homemade ice cream. Helford village is a short drive away where you can take a boat ferry across the river and visit Trebah Gardens.

The location makes it easy to explore the Lizard Peninsula including the wonderful Kynance Cove. Sandy beaches, quaint fishing coves, coastal path walks, pubs, restaurants, art galleries, numerous gardens, tin mines, museums, boat and fishing trips are all accessible. At nearby Gweek is the Seal Sanctuary and Helston Town is only 10 minutes by car.

You will make many memories when you holiday at Rock Cottage since it offers something for all age groups. We look forward to welcoming you to our family owned property and sharing this delightful area of Cornwall with you.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children must be supervised at all times
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 25 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Strictly No Smoking or Vaping inside the property
Extra persons may not visit/stay/use the facilities. Number of persons is as agreed at the time of the booking.
No smoking or vaping inside the property.
Sorry but we no longer accept pets through this website.

Important information

You need to know

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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
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 on the waterfront. Marconi Centre and Poldark Mine are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit The Old Cider Barn Arts and Crafts Centre and Trevaskis Farm. Travelling with kids? Consider Bonython Estate Gardens and One2Eleven. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Helston, Cornwall

What's nearby

  • Cornish Seal Sanctuary - 4 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Goonhilly Earth Station - 8 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Poldark Mine - 9 min drive - 10.1 km
  • Flambards - 9 min drive - 9.6 km
  • Bonython Estate Gardens - 10 min drive - 9.6 km

Getting around

  • St Erth Station - 25 min drive
  • Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall) - 72 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Boo Koos - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪CAST Café - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Bell Inn - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Shipwrights Arms - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Slice of Cornwall - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Waterside 16c Cottage No Neighbours, View, Boat, Foreshore, Garden. Very Private pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Waterside 16c Cottage No Neighbours, View, Boat, Foreshore, Garden. Very Private?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Waterside 16c Cottage No Neighbours, View, Boat, Foreshore, Garden. Very Private?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterside 16c Cottage No Neighbours, View, Boat, Foreshore, Garden. Very Private?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Waterside 16c Cottage No Neighbours, View, Boat, Foreshore, Garden. Very Private located?

This family-friendly Helston cottage is located on the waterfront, steps from Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and within 6 mi (10 km) of Bonython Estate Gardens and One2Eleven. Flambards and Potager Garden are also within 6 miles (10 km).

About the host

Hosted by Mrs Linda Dandy

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Hello from Linda Dandy. For me, it is a real privilege to assist with the managing of Rock Cottage which has been in the Dandy Family for 69 years. On a holiday to the area in 1954, Rock Cottage was ‘discovered’ by Robin's parents, Eleanor (Peggy) and Leslie Dandy. They immediately recognised the special nature of this 16th century cottage and its unique location, which stands alone within an acre of land bordering the Helford River on two sides. Later that year the property was purchased at auction for their retirement.

Why they chose this property

At the time of purchase, the cottage was condemned as unfit for human habitation and was also Grade II listed because it was then the ‘only recorded example of a traditional Cornish cottage built on a projecting rock foundation’. There was no mains water or electricity, so rainwater was collected for washing and oil lamps and candles provided the only illumination. Drinking water was collected from a nearby spring. A comprehensive renovation programme took place and this was completed by January 1956. The main building was demolished to ground floor ceiling level except for the chimney end which was preserved. The traditional cob (mud, straw and stone) walls retained where it was possible. A Bathroom was created from the old Scullery, the Sitting Room extended and a new Kitchen constructed.

The Garden Room was formerly a separate cottage and had been altered in the early 1900s to become a Meeting Room for game shooting for the Trelowarren Estate. Both families living in the cottages’ had shared the semi-detached privy with their own pathway to it. This building has been preserved and still exists at the bottom of the garden. It must have been quite tricky to keep a candle lit in order to see where you were going! An 1876 map also shows a boathouse and the original two stone walls of this still remain.

The objective of the renovations was to modernise the cottage but still retain its character and originality as much as possible. We believe this has been achieved and many guests think so too. It is a superb waterside retreat and there is nowhere quite like it!

What makes this property unique

Rock Cottage is in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty with very convenient and easy access to many of the local amenities. However, it retains a tranquil and idyllic outlook. The Dandy Family are pleased to share the wonders of the Mawgan Creek and the peaceful atmosphere of Rock Cottage with you where a sincere and friendly welcome beckons.

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