Helston cottages and self catering

Goosecott, Helston, Cornwall, South West England

Sleeps 4
Weekly price range £319 to £685

Self catering accommodation in Helston sleeps 4.

Accommodation overview: Only a short drive from the picturesque harbour villages at Mullion & Porthleven this detached cottage in its own private walled garden set on a fourteen acre smallholding with Llamas, Alpacas, Goats, Hens, Ducks and Geese grazing the neighbouring fields. Goosecott is a perfect base to explore the many beautiful beaches and coves on the Lizard peninsula and it is a perfect location for country lovers being close to Gweek at the head of the Helford River.

Approached down a pretty tarmac private drive and adjacent to the owners property, known locally as the colonial cottage is Goosecott, a detached farm cottage built on sloping ground with parking for 2 cars. A gate and seven steps lead to the front door opening into the entrance porch with a partial countryside views. An inner door leads directly into a rustic kitchen / breakfast Room having a neatly fitted kitchen to one side and a farmhouse table and chairs to the other.

Leading from the kitchen down a passageway there is a downstairs bathroom W.C with hand basin and shower over the bath. Another door from the breakfast room opens into a comfortable snug with cedar panelled walls and a wood burning stove with two armchairs from here the French doors open into the conservatory spanning the width of the property with a terracotta tile floor, wooden garden dining table and chairs and door to the garden. To complete the ground floor accommodation an inner hall gives access to a pleasant sitting room, which looks out onto the enclosed garden, with two sofas arranged before a wall mounted electric fire.

A steep carpeted staircase, with nine treads, leads to a landing dividing to the left and right with two further steps to the double bedroom on the right and two steps to the left giving access to a dressing room with W.C and hand basin and a twin bedroom. The garden is overlooked from all three upstairs rooms.

A small enclosed courtyard to the front with a path gives access to the rear garden with a small patio area. From the patio a single step allows access to the small lawn with raised flower bed and a path and gate leading to the private drive. The garden is enclosed by a Cornish hedge and stone wall.

The old Stannary Market town of Helston offering a selection of shops, pubs and a supermarket is 1.5 miles. The larger centres of Truro, Penzance, St Ives and Falmouth all within a 30 minute drive. The harbour side village of Porthleven with its sandy beach is only 4.5 miles. Praa Sands with its mile long golden sandy surf beach and Mullion golf course are both within easy reach as are the the glorious gardens of Trebah and Glendurgan.

The viewing area for the RNAS Culdrose is 1 mile away and offers an excellent opportunity to watch the daily activity of the aircraft based at the station with Flambards Theme Park a 5 minute drive.

Miranda Cottage, Helston, Cornwall, South West England

Sleeps 6
Weekly price range £375 to £0

Self catering accommodation in Helston sleeps 6.

Features include: Short breaks • Internet or WiFI Access • Detached • Garden •

Accommodation overview: Beautifully finished, modern thatched Cornwall cottage, situated on the Lizard peninsula, in an area of outstanding natural beauty. Only a short distance from the superb National Trust beaches at Kynance Cove.

Miranda Cottage is a fantastic thatched house, built to an extremely high standard and situated in a quiet village close to the Helford River. As you approach Miranda you cannot believe that this beautiful holiday home is only two years old, as immense attention to detail in using locally sourced architectural items, has enhanced its charming appearance. Sited next to open farmland in an area known for its outstanding natural beauty, you are sure to enjoy peace and tranquillity amidst luxurious surroundings. There are many famous towns, villages and gardens to visit on the doorstep, as well as gorgeous National Trust beaches within a few miles. Entrance to Miranda is through the bright and airy conservatory and this feeling of light continues through each of the spacious ground floor rooms. The living room is double aspect giving views to the garden and the neighbouring farmland, with a massive granite lintel fireplace, housing the oil fired wood-burner, ensuring a cosy welcome year round. There are French doors to the garden and pretty gothic windows. The dining room has stained glass artwork reflecting the property name and a turning Douglas fir staircase with slate floors, as do all the ground floor rooms. The farmhouse kitchen is impressive with a black Aga and polished granite worktops. There are three spacious bedrooms on the first floor. Both the master en-suite and the family bathroom have free standing roll top, claw foot, baths with hand held shower attachments. These lovely bathrooms are perfect for a relaxing soak after a busy fun filled day. Everyday comfort is further ensured throughout the cottage, with under-floor central heating. Miranda nestles privately behind its tall gated entrance and the gravelled driveway offers ample parking. This wonderful property makes an ideal choice for those seeking somewhere special for their holiday. **Property is currently undergoing re-furnishing and more photographs will be coming soon**

Accommodation: Ground floor. Entrance into conservatory. Farmhouse kitchen with AGA , microwave, larder fridge, dishwasher. Rear hallway. Separate cloakroom with multi-jet power shower, WC and basin. Large utility room with washer/dryer, freezer and storage area. Living room with oil fired wood-burning stove, TV with Freesat and DVD. Dining room. First floor: Bedroom 1 with Double and en-suite bathroom with WC and basin. Bedroom 2 with Twin zip' n' link beds, convert to King on request. Bedroom 3 with Double. Bathroom with bath WC and basin.

Facilities and Services: Linen and Towels. Oil CH. Wi-Fi Broadband. No smoking. Regret no Pets. Garden furniture. BBQ area. Ample private parking. Short breaks available. 3pm arrival time. Arr/Dep for weekly bookings is Saturday.