Rock Cottage Cornwall is nestled in the heart of AONB, boasting a private acre of grounds with riverside woodland and a jetty leading to its own foreshore. Enjoy exclusive views from the large terraced garden, which hugs two borders of Mawgan Creek on the Helford River. Unwind in this comfortable home away from home with full central heating by radiators.
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9.89.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 690 sq m
Popular amenities
Breakfast available
Dryer
Washer
Parking available
Pet-friendly
Barbecue grill
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
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.
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Beach loungers
Internet
Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Car recommended
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Ice maker
Lobster/crab pot
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Breakfast available for a fee
Dining table
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Games
Music library
Smart TV
Stereo
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming dogs only
Up to 25 kg per pet
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Area rugs in public areas
Gravel flooring in public areas
Handrails in stairways
Hardwood flooring in public areas
Stair-free path to entrance
Tile flooring in public areas
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Smoke-free property
Note from host: Strictly No Smoking or Vaping inside the property
Services and conveniences
Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels on request
Housekeeping (on request)
Iron/ironing board
Phone
Location highlights
In a rural location
In a village
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near an outlet shopping centre
Near the marina
Near the sea
On a river
On the waterfront
Things to do
Bicycle parking
Boat
Golf
Kayak
Tennis
Birdwatching nearby
Canoeing nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Ice skating nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Parasailing nearby
Rock climbing nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Spelunking nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Water tubing nearby
Whale watching nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
General
At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
At least 80% of food locally-sourced
Bed sheets changed on request
Bicycle parking
Bulk dispensers for toiletries
Comprehensive recycling policy
Double-glazed windows
Eco-friendly cleaning products used
Eco-friendly toiletries
Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
Garden
Housekeeping (on request)
Local artist showcase
Local culture and ecosystem education
Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
Towels (changed on request)
Unit size: 969 square feet
Water-efficient showers
Water-efficient toilets
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You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Rules
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.
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 25 kg per pet)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Note from host: Children must be supervised at all times
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Strictly No Smoking or Vaping inside the property
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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
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, 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).
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