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Waterside 16c Cottage Helford River, private parking, view, boat, no neighbours!
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Reviews
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6968.8 sq ft
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Explore the area

Helston, Cornwall
- Place, Porthleven Beach16 min drive
- Place, Lizard Point19 min drive
- Place, Kynance Cove32 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 Helford River, private parking, view, boat, no neighbours!
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children must be supervised at all times
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs less than 25 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Strictly No Smoking or Vaping inside the property
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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 One2Eleven and Flambards. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Helston, Cornwall
What's nearby
- Porthleven Beach - 16 min drive - 15.1 km
- Lizard Point - 19 min drive - 21.3 km
- Kynance Cove - 32 min drive - 21.3 km
- St Ives Harbour - 38 min drive - 39.7 km
- St. Michael's Mount - 39 min drive - 29.6 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Boo Koos - 8 min drive
- Blue Anchor - 8 min drive
- The Shipwrights Arms - 10 min drive
- The Bell Inn - 8 min drive
- The Ferryboat Inn - 16 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
10 Sept, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Angie P.
21 May, 2018
Perfect Cottage, Stunning Views and Ideal Hosts!
Angie P.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Bridget S.
31 Aug, 2011
Well equipped cottage in stunning location
Bridget S.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Binnie A.
3 Jul, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Idyllic getaway
Binnie A.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Paul S.
5 Jun, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage
Paul S.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Verified
8/10 Good
Lisa B.
14 Oct, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Holiday
Lisa B.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2019
Archival
10/10 Excellent
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13 Apr, 2008
Rock Cottage
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Verified
10/10 Excellent
Clare D.
8 Sept, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a gem!
Clare D.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Neil C.
20 Aug, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Idyllic
Neil C.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Loveday J.
13 Apr, 2019
Idyllic creekside cottage
Loveday J.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Warren C.
20 Aug, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome Isolation.
Warren C.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
jon B.
30 Oct, 2018
a chilled break with everchanging view to die for
jon B.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Amanda H.
9 Jul, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous cottage on the creek
Amanda H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Martin B.
13 Oct, 2013
Rock cottage retreat
Martin B.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
7 Apr, 2011
Heavenly View
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Chris C.
29 Jul, 2013
Idyllic Creek-side Cottage
Chris C.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
John H.
10 Sept, 2018
Perfect location
John H.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018
Archival
10/10 Excellent
28 Jul, 2010
If you want to get away from it all .....
Archival
10/10 Excellent
21 May, 2008
Best Christmas Yet!
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Carolyn Z.
19 May, 2017
A Magical Place
Carolyn Z.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Rhian M.
8 Aug, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Superb!
Rhian M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Peter N.
15 Dec, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful cottage in unique, peaceful location.
Peter N.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Giselle R.
14 Aug, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kernow August 2021
Giselle R.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Shifia B.
7 Aug, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A private slice of Cornwall.
Shifia B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Graham R.
12 Jun, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rock Cottage really is in a beautiful, peaceful location but well located to visit many nice beaches
Graham R.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
About the host
Hosted by Mrs Linda Dandy
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!
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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