With space for 6 guests, this cottage features 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. It offers beach views and a patio for outdoor enjoyment. Families can explore nearby attractions like Flambards and the Tolmen Centre, while adventure seekers enjoy activities such as motorboating, swimming, and hiking. The property is pet-friendly and located near a fitness center and golf.
Highlights
Beach equipment
A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
Next availability is Friday 11th September. Our rates are fully inclusive of a sturdy dinghy for our guests to enjoy the peaceful meandering creeks of the Helford river.
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Rock Cottage Cornwall is a 16th century traditional Cornish property which sits completely alone in one acre of private grounds within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. It has a riverside woodland which leads to the jetty and private foreshore where our sturdy rowing dinghy 'Peggy' is moored during the holiday season.
The large terraced garden hugs the two borders of the spectacular and ever-changing Mawgan Creek of the Helford River. The view is amazing! For those who love the outdoor life, you will witness abundant water and garden birds with fishing, kayaking, rowing, sailing, paddle boarding as well as wild swimming all possible from Rock Cottage. Children will have great fun crab fishing. Bring your kayaks or canoes with you as these my be stored and launched from our large jetty.
There is private parking at the property for two vehicles. No neighbouring properties within sight or sound!
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 up to six persons in total.
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, the latest Bosch dishwasher with smart technology 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 requested by a couple. 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 and an easy chair.
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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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.
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
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Property # 5922
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 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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and hiking/biking trails.
Is Waterside 16c Cottage Helford River. Private parking, View, Boat. No neighbours! pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet.
How much does it cost to stay at Waterside 16c Cottage Helford River. Private parking, View, Boat. No neighbours!?
As of 25 Aug, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Waterside 16c Cottage Helford River. Private parking, View, Boat. No neighbours! on 27 Nov, 2026 start from S$4,088, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Waterside 16c Cottage Helford River. Private parking, View, Boat. No neighbours!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Waterside 16c Cottage Helford River. Private parking, View, Boat. No neighbours!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Waterside 16c Cottage Helford River. Private parking, View, Boat. No neighbours!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Waterside 16c Cottage Helford River. Private parking, View, Boat. No neighbours! located?
This family-friendly Helston cottage is located on the waterfront, steps from Cornwall National Landscape and within 6 mi (10 km) of Bonython Estate Gardens and One2Eleven. Potager Garden and Gunwalloe Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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!
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.