Helston holiday apartment rental with walking, beach/lake nearby, balcony/terrace, internet access, rural retreat, TV, DVD

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The Studio (apartment)

Home description

The Studio is ideal for a couple or small family who wish for peace and quiet, off the beaten track and away from it all. There is plenty of outside space so in the summer months sharing is not usually any problem.

The studio sleeps a couple, 4 friends sharing or a family of 4. But can sleep an extra baby in a cot or an extra child on a camp bed and sleeping bag (supplied on request) if you do not mind being a bit cramped – this does not usually matter as most families find lots to do so are only back to sleep. Any number over 4 however will cost an extra £40 per week.

The accommodation consists of a large studio room, with a King size bed for couples of for the parents if you come with children. There is a Futon that folds out for two more to sleep– friends sharing can argue about who has the king size bed! The shower room has a toilet, wash-hand basin and shower cubicle. Therefore the open plan lounge/sleeping area is furnished with a double futon, colour television, video cassette recorder and DVD player, stereo cd player, and a range of videos and paperbacks. The Kitchenette has a fridge/freezer, electric cooker, microwave, jug kettle, microwave and toaster.

The flat has its own full central heating and water heating for which there is no extra charge. The windows overlook the magnificent view. It is equipped with crockery and cutlery for 5, duvet covers, bed linen and towels are all supplied.

For your convenience, there is an iron & ironing board, as well as a vacuum cleaner. There is no telephone in the studio, but most mobile phones get a good reception.

FLORA DAY HELSTON

8th May 2010 - book early for Flora Day 2010 - still available

Please book well in advance , special rates apply.
We are 4 miles from Helston and usually everything for miles around is booked well in advance for this week.
Flora day is a unique Cornish festival/celebration said to have its roots in pagan festivals for welcoming in the spring and new life see: http://www.users.zetnet.co.uk/cornwall/flora.html; http://www.helstonfloraday.org.uk/

For pictures: http://www.users.zetnet.co.uk/cornwall/floraday.html
A personal View of Flora Day: http://freepages.history.rootsweb.com/~helstonhistory/floradaypersonal.htm
History: http://freepages.history.rootsweb.com/~helstonhistory/floradayhistorypage.htm
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The Patio and Parking Area	Kitchenette and Eating Area
Super King Size bed for couples and parents	Sitting Area

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The West Country / Cornwall region

Porkellis while an un-spoilt farming village has much of interest within easy distance. It is situated in the world heritage area of mining, http://www.worldheritagecornwall.com/mines/porkellis-moor.htm, There is a local pub called the Star Inn which is children and people friendly and is a free house so serves good real ale, http://www.thingstodoincornwall.co.uk/far_west/pubs_2.html

Porkellis is not on the coast but is ideally situated for exploring the lovely Peninsular of the Lizard and all the West Cornwall beaches and visiting the many tourist attractions of Cornwall. Porthleven harbour is our nearest fishing port. It is a very big harbour as it was originally a harbour where local tin was shipped to all parts of the world. Now it is a lovely fishing harbour with lovely picturesque pubs such as the Ship Inn that also does wonderful family meals, many acclaimed restaurants and lovely views ( I can supply pictures of Porthleven via email if requested) Poldark Mine, http://www.poldark-mine.co.uk/ is just down the road within walking distance if you like walking. Flambards Theme Park http://www.flambards.co.uk/ is only a 10 minute car drive away.

Helston area

Other attractions nearby include the National Maritime Museum – in Falmouth about 5 miles, National Seal Sanctuary and Goonhilly Earth Station – both on the Lizard see map. Further a field are the Eden Project, Lands End, Newquay Zoo, Tintagel Castle, Charlestown Shipwreck and Heritage Centre, Geevor Tin Mine, Blue Reef Aquarium and St. Michael’s Mount to name but a few.

Sports
Cycling - We are on the Lands End to John O'Groats cycle route, so there are many back lanes for cycling and bridal paths for mountain biking - we can supply a range of bicycles plus maps of routes for different age groups. The bikes are not new but are maintained and useful for the occasional family cycle

Water sports - Many water sports are offered at our local reservoir at Stithians Lake http://www.itsadventuresouthwest.co.uk/main/en/provider-12172.html http://www.itsadventuresouthwest.co.uk/main/EN/weblink-12172.cfm

Horse Riding and Trekking -
You are welcome to bring a horse or pony for a DIY riding holiday as there are many wonderful rides in the area. We can provide stabling and grazing but there would be an extra charge for this.
Otherwise riding can be found nearby at Wheal Buller, http://www.cornish-riding-holidays.co.uk/ , Newton equestrian, http://www.newtonequestrian-leisurecentre.co.uk/Chiverton riding stables who specialise in Riding for the Disabled, http://www.newrider.com/Riding_Schools/schooldetails.php/746.html

For those who like fishing - Porkellis is just down the road from the Stithians reservoir, which provides fishing http://www.chycor.co.uk/general/fishing/peninsla/peninsla.htm There is also a coarse fishery just a short walk down the village lanes at Middle Boswin: http://www.ukfisherman.com/venues_cornwall.htm http://www.cornwall-online.co.uk/waterside/fishing.htm

How to get there

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Activities near Helston

Facilities

Further details indoors:
Internet access ( Ethernet or wireless) However this is slow compared to urban places so do not expect fast speeds. To access out internet you need to be a member of BT Fon or Openzone
Dogs and other pets are welcome at £10, they have to be sociable as we have two dogs. The only rule is you clean up after them.
Many family/surfing beaches enforce a dog ban on the beach from Easter Sunday until September 30th but there are enough beaches within the area that dogs are allowed on all year see:

http://www.thecornishcoast.co.uk

http://www.cornishlight.co.uk/dog-friendly-beaches.htm

Cycling and surfing
We can offer you use of a variety of cycles, and body boards so you do not have to pack your own.
For bicycle use just let me know your approximate height and I will see if I have one to suit. However while well maintained please understand the bicycles are not new so are for short leisurely local rides and not sport biking and you ride them at your own risk.
We do not supply safety equipment, therefore the provision of helmets etc would be up to you.

Riding
There are several local riding stables, list supplied on request. You are also welcome to bring a horse or pony for a DIY riding holiday as there are many wonderful rides in the area. We can provide stabling and grazing but there would be an extra charge for this.

Further details outdoors:
Porkellis while an un-spoilt farming village has much of interest within easy distance. It is situated in the world heritage area of mining, http://www.worldheritagecornwall.com/mines/porkellis-moor.htm, There is a local pub called the Star Inn which is children and people friendlyand is a free house so serves good real ale, http://www.thingstodoincornwall.co.uk/far_west/pubs_2.html

Porkellis is not on the coast but is ideally situated for exploring the lovely Peninsular of the Lizard and all the West Cornwall beaches and visiting the many tourist attractions of Cornwall. Porthleven harbour is our nearest fishing port. It is a very big harbour as it was originally a harbour where local tin was shipped to all parts of the world. Now it is a lovely fishing harbour with lovely picturesque pubs such as the Ship Inn that also does wonderful family meals, many acclaimed restaurants and lovely views ( I can supply pictures of Porthleven via email if requested) Poldark Mine, http://www.poldark-mine.co.uk/ is just down the road within walking distance if you like walking. Flambards Theme Park http://www.flambards.co.uk/ is only a 10 minute car drive away.

Other attractions nearby include the National Maritime Museum – in Falmouth about 5 miles, National Seal Sanctuary and Goonhilly Earth Station – both on the Lizard see map. Further a field are the Eden Project, Lands End, Newquay Zoo, Tintagel Castle, Charlestown Shipwreck and Heritage Centre, Geevor Tin Mine, Blue Reef Aquarium and St. Michael’s Mount to name but a few.

Further details

Travel and Global Warming

To decrease your carbon footprint it is possible to holiday here without a car. You would get a train to Redruth and bus or taxi to Porkellis
You are welcome to stay around the smallholding and village and if you are fit it is possible to get around locally by bike, which we can supply.

This may be a welcome change for those who live in the town, but bear in mind while there is a pub within walking distance there is no where within 5 miles to buy food supplies or for other entertainment. Therefore if you wish to go further afield without difficulty, it is advisable for guests to have transport. There is a local bus service but it does not go to all routes and stops early evening there are many wonderful local places of interest to visit, by car, including the many local beaches. If you use a car the most carbon friendly option would be to come by train and hire one down here. At the very least, even bringing or hiring a car you have avoided flying and you will be in a wonderful rural UK location

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Rental rates

Period	From	To	Weekly	Nightly rate		Minimum  stay
				Weekday	Weekend
Cornwall in Springtime	7 Mar 10	28 Mar 10	220£ 220	4545	4545	Flexible
Easter	28 Mar 10	25 Apr 10	230£ 230	4545	4545	Flexible
Late Spring	25 Apr 10	30 May 10	240£ 240	4747	4747	Flexible
Early Summer	30 May 10	25 Jul 10	250£ 250	5050	5050	Flexible
Summer School Holidays	25 Jul 10	5 Sep 10	280£ 280	0-	0-	1 Week
Autumn	5 Sep 10	17 Oct 10	250£ 250	4646	4646	Flexible

The property's weekend rates apply to: Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights

NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.

The above prices are a guide only and we reserve the right to change and alter our rates

A small service charge for electricity and gas heating will apply, depending on the weather.

Dogs £10 a week

There is a discretionary discount for returning customers- please ask

Extra people over 4 charged at £45 per week per person.

Some short breaks available 3 or 4 to 5 days £170 to £190 depending on time of year and at our discretion

Long weekends - Fri, Sat leave Sunday - available off season

Any other combination - please ask!

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Guestbook for The Studio

The cottage was great with all the extras which you do not normally find anywhere else. The view from the Studio is fantastic. The weather was great in the beginning and we definitely got a tan at long last - saying that - the weather was not too bad near the end - we certainly found plenty to do. Praa Sands is a wonderful sandy beach and Joshua absolutely loved it. We found the New Inn served excellent meals at a very reasonable price and would recommend it to anyone. The sea fishing was worth it as well, caught plenty 10 Mackeral, 5 Pollack and a guerney. We all took to Charlie and Poley and the neighbours dog Sachy. Joshua enjoyed feeding Chalmer. I am sure we will be back sometime in the future. We had a good and relaxing time
• Staying here you get a real flavor of what the 'real' Cornwall is like. Must be one of the few unspoiled mining villages left?
• We stayed here for our honeymoon - ideal, peaceful area of Cornwall – good pub within walking distance and within our very small budget
• As a family of five we opted to share the Studio to save costs. It proved to be totally adequate and due to all the places there are to see, the very well equipped Studio and the outside space, we did not notice
• We have come twice from Rome to The Studio with our daughter to stay in the Studio and have a Riding Holiday at local Stables. By pre-booking the riding this turned out much cheaper than an 'all-in' riding holiday in Cornwall.
• Stayed to do a week’s water sports course at Stithians Lake nearby. I had to book the water sports in advance, but doing it this way proved much more economical for me and my girlfriend than for an all in water sports holiday.

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