Creekside
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| Special Offers: | Late Deal | Sun 19 Feb - Sun 18 Mar 2012 | £265 |
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About the home
Creekside is set overlooking the Helford River in the village of Gweek, well-known for the National Seal Sanctuary, this stone-fronted cottage will give you a true taste of Cornish village life in the beautiful Helford valley. Full of charm, the cottage has benefited from refurbishment to a high standard whilst retaining character features. The cottage is set in an elevated position enjoying wonderful views across the Yacht Moorings and surrounding countryside.
The property has the benefit of off-road parking to the front for two cars, a pretty cottage-style front garden with seating to enjoy the river viewsand is a perfect base from which to explore the local Cornish countryside - the Helford River, Lizard Peninsula and its spectacular coastal walks and further afield St Ives, Penzance, The Lost Gardens of Heligan, The Eden Project and The Isles of Scilly.
| Size: | Sleeps up to 6, 3 bedrooms |
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| Nearest beach: | Gunwalloe Cove (Church Cove), 6km |
| Will consider: | House swaps Long lets Short breaks |
| Access: | Car advised Nearest amenities: 20m |
| Family friendly? | Suitable for children of all ages Suitable for people with restricted mobility |
| Notes: | No pets allowed No smoking at this property Self-catering |
Facilities
| Luxuries: | DVD player |
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| General: | Central heating, TV, Video player |
| Standard: | Kettle, Toaster, Iron |
| Utilities: | Dishwasher, Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Washing machine |
| Rooms: | 3 Bedrooms, 1 family bathroom |
| Furniture: | Single beds (2), Double beds (2), Cots (1), Dining seating for 6, Lounge seating for 6 |
| Other: | Linen provided, please check with the advertiser regarding towels Highchair available |
| Outdoors: | Private garden, BBQ |
| Access: | Parking space |
Further details indoors:
Access to wireless internet just within range (a BT FON site - payable hourly/daily/weekly).
Ground floor:
Marbled floor hallway leads into a large open plan living room with comfortable seating, TV and DVD player and feature fireplace with slate hearth and solid Ash flooring throughout. Ornamental Cornish range.
Dining area: with table and chairs, feature fireplace with granite quoins and lintel over with Cornish Range (not in use).
Kitchen area: newly fitted with solid beech worktops, Belfast sink, microwave, dishwasher, electric oven and fridge with freezer compartment. Stable door leading into the conservatory.
Conservatory: washing machine, french doors leading to the rear courtyard.
First floor:
Bedroom 1 with bunk beds and view over the creek.
Bedroom 2 with double bed and views over the creek. Bedroom 3 with double bed overlooking the rear courtyard.
Bathroom: with roll top bath with shower mixer, wash basin and WC.
Heating: Oil fired central heating
Further details outdoors:
The cottage has a lawned garden to the front with bench seating.
Private parking in front of the cottage.
There is a rear courtyard leading from the conservatory with table and chairs.
Further details
Linen is provided. Guests are requested to bring their own towels.
Highchair and travel cot included free of charge upon request (we request that guests bring their own cot linen).
Conditions
Deposit of 25% is required to secure your booking. The balance, plus refundable breakages deposit of £50, is payable 8 weeks prior to holiday. The breakages deposit will be returned promptly after your visit (subject to a satisfactory property inspection).
In low season, short breaks are available, please contact us for further details and rates.
The cottage is available after 3 pm on the day of arrival and is to be vacated by 10 am on day of departure.
The changeover day is Friday although it may be possible to be flexible in low season or with late bookings
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The West Country / Cornwall region
Cornwall enjoys an excellent climate with very mild winters and summers that are almost Mediterranean in nature. This climate has in turn helped with the growth and development of a wealth of botanical gardens in Cornwall that have become renown worldwide.
Located at the southernmost end of the British Isle, in the county of Cornwall, the Lizard Peninsula is bordered on three sides by the sea, and the Helford River to the north. The name the Lizard is believed by some to come from the Cornish word “lezou” meaning headland. The National Trust owns a major proportion of the peninsula, and this helps in keeping it unspoilt and unchanged. Designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the Lizard Peninsula has some of the most spectacular scenery in Cornwall.
There are many small coves, once used by smugglers to land their kegs of French Brandywine, and beaches to be found at the Lizard, and the South-West coastal path is very popular with walkers. When people come to the Lizard they are inspired by the scenery to write, take photographs and paint. Many people go there just to escape the hustle and bustle of their daily lives.
The Peninsula has a maritime past and many shipwrecks can be seen all along the coastline. From old barquentines and schooners, to steamships from the late twentieth century, even fishing vessels that capsized near the coastline, and old submarines rusting in the waves, are all just a part of the scenery.
The Helston / Helford River area
The sleepy riverside village of Gweek is set among the extensive woods of the Helford, and is a good spot to start exploring the area whether by land or water. The National Seal Sanctuary, complete with nursery pools and hospital is in the heart of the village. With easy access to nearby attractions and beaches, Gweek is a popular destination for those visiting Cornwall.
Deep sheltered valleys covered in ancient oak woodland, lead down to hidden creeks, centuries old villages, and Cornwall gardens, such as Trebah and Glendurgan both on the north shore of the Helford, in South West Cornwall full of sub-tropical plants, tree ferns originally from New Zealand, rhododendrons and azaleas.
Beautiful villages like Durgan, preserved by the National Trust, or the more well known Helford Passage, with its famous Ferryboat Inn, both so beautiful in different ways. Churches such as Mawgan, with its immaculately kept churchyard, overlooking the mouth of the River.
The exclusive properties of Porth Navas, many with a yacht moored alongside. Since Roman times there has been a Oyster Fishery in the Lower Reaches of the Helford. The granite walled Oyster Quay offers good views up Porth Navas Creek, and may offer the chance to buy either a gallon of mussels or a dozen fresh Helford Cornish Oysters
The exclusive properties of Porth Navas, many with a yacht moored alongside. Since Roman times there has been a Oyster Fishery in the Lower Reaches of the Helford. The granite walled Oyster Quay offers good views up Porth Navas Creek, and may offer the chance to buy either a gallon of mussels or a dozen fresh Helford Cornish Oysters
Oak woods line the valleys sided right down to the waters edge. A permissive path runs through National Trust Woodland along the east bank of the Creek, around to Pengwedhen Woods, hence to Helford Point with yet more superb Cornish views. Continue walking around to the Shipwrights Arms and Helford Village, a nice place for a refreshment stop.
Hidden in yet another side creek is Helford Village, white washed stone cottages cling to the side of the hills, many with their own mooring quays, or boathouse alongside. A popular destination for many visitors to Cornwall. If visiting by car take a tip from us and use the nearby car park.
Around the Headland is St Anthony with its boatyard and ancient church. A very evocative place if seen during a late afternoon high tide with a flat sea, as can hopefully be seen in the accompanying photographs. Continue around to Gillan and the Coast of Cornwall. Where yet more great walks can be had along the Coastal Footpath.
Porthallow once a pilchard village, the old cellars can be seen on the right hand side of the large shingle beach. On a clear day Pendennis Castle can be seen in the far distance. Boats are still hauled up the beach using a wire winch so take care.
Inland a few miles from the Coast is St Keverne. in whose churchyard is a 32 pound caronnade recovered from the wreck of HMS Primrose lost on the infamous Manacles Reef on the 22nd January 1809. Within the church is a memorial window to all 106 lives tragically lost when the SS Mohegan, a 7000 tonne liner was dashed on the same reef some 81 years later in the summer of 1898. Also within the churchyard, marked by a cross is the mass grave of many of the victims.
Follow the Coastal Footpath around the Lizard Peninsula, past unspoilt villages such as Cadgwith, stopping off at the Lighthouse, the most Southerly point in mainland Britain.
How to get there
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| Nearest Travel Links | |
| Airport: | Newquay or Plymouth |
| Railway: | Truro, Redruth or Penzance |
| Ferry: | Falmouth or Plymouth |
If you are travelling by road from anywhere outside of Devon and heading to the west of Cornwall, the most direct route is likely to include the M5 and then the A30. The cottage is 5 minutes drive from Helston.
Air travel to Newquay from Stansted, Gatwick, Leeds, Bradford, Bristol and Dublin (90 minutes drive).
Travel by train to Redruth, then onwards by bus or taxi (45 minutes drive).
Please contact the owner for further details.
Activities near Helston
Horse Riding
Golf within 30 mins drive
Fishing
Walking holidays
Rural / countryside retreats
Beach or lakeside relaxation
Cycling holidays
Reviews
 26 Nov 2011 |
Lovely home from home cottage, very generous surprise on arrival i.e. fresh flowers and homemade scones with clotted cream and preserve (thanks Fiona) the cottage is warm and comfortable, large rooms with a modern feel whilst still retaining character, the idyllic setteing is the village of gweek (a proper village with shop / post office and the village pub) the pub serves great meals and quite a few local ales. can reccomend a trip to helford village and for those of you who like walking then the helford passage is a must, falmouth and truro are a short drive away and its approx 3 miles to helston Response: We appreciate you taking the time to write a review on Trip Advisor for future guests to our holiday cottage. |
11 Oct 2011 |
Ideally situated in a village with a strong community feel with well stocked village shop, local pub and within a short drive of many of Cornwall's most attractive locations from beautiful coves, beaches and gardens to the splendour of St Michael's Mount. Response: Delighted you enjoyed your stay, thanks for the lovely feedback. |
10 Jun 2011 |
A wonderful and relaxing place to stay. Simple and tasteful decoration with wood floors and shutters. Very versatile accomodation. Spacious open plan dining/sitting area and separate garden room... more |
Guestbook for Creekside
'We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in your cottage. It was a real haven of peace and calm and so warm and cosy....we would have liked to have hibernated there for the whole of the winter!
Thanks also for the lovely cream and freshly baked scones you left for us, such a great start to our stay.
We would recommend your cottage to anyone.' Mr & Mrs Z, February 2011
'We had a very comfortable and relaxed break in this charming cottage, in a wonderful location. Hopefully we will be back again soon!". Mrs P, February 2011
'We had a great time, everything was great in the house, we were very comfortable. You’ve created a lovely cosy house. We loved Gweek – the pub is great, the shop so convenient and the Wednesday fish & chip van absolutely fantastic!' Mr & Mrs W, - Nov 2010
'We had a fantastic time with great weather and excellent accommodation. Creekside is quite traditional from the outside but has a warm contemporary feel on the inside. Its location close to the village pub and opposite the village shop was ideal. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and many thanks for all the help and information you gave us. The lizard and Helford area are really Cornwall at its best'. Mr & Mrs P Sept 2010
'We really enjoyed our holiday from start to finish. The cottage was a very nice place to stay. Complements on your choice of decor and equipment, we didn't expect they would be to such a standard. Will look forward to staying at one of your properties again'. Mr & Mrs P, Rotherham - September 2010
'We had a fantastic stay at the cottage, it was very nicely decorated, and felt very homely, the cottage was fully equipped with everything to make it a home from home. Mr L - April 2010
'The food at local pub was worthy of any London restaurant and the service was fab. The seal sanctuary was a brilliant day out, the staff put across their information in a fun and informative way.' Ms L, London - Sept 2009
'We enjoyed our stay at Creekside, the cottage is lovely with nice furnishings and tastefully decorated, and in a great location for exploring south west cornwall' Mrs W, Kent - Sept 2009
'We very much enjoyed our stay at Creekside. We were pleased to find it so well maintained with good quality equipment' Mr & Mrs P, Suffolk - Sept 2009
'We really enjoyed our stay, the house is lovely,so peaceful and light and airy inside. We found it well equipped. The area around Gweek is definitely the most picturesque part of Cornwall, and we shall look forward to returning one day. Many thanks again for everything.' Mr & Mrs M, Milton Keynes - August 2009
'Great stay, very many thanks – very central, but quiet with the convenience of the food store and great pub (The Gweek Inn) next door too and also a welcome surprise that there was access to wireless internet just within range (a BT FON site). Beds very comfortable. Made it to St Michael and Marzion which was a long time ambition. Top pub within driving range was the Halzephon at Gunwalloe, amazing and great welcome' Dr L, Cambridge - July 2009
'Thanks for a lovely stay at Creekside. It's a great place and the beaches are superb' Ms B, Tiverton - July 2009
Rental prices
| Rental prices originally quoted in: British £ | Convert to: |
| Prices for group size 6 | ||||||
| Period | From | To | Weekly | Nightly rate | Minimum stay | |
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| 28-Oct-11 | 28 Oct 11 | 23 Dec 11 | £ 295 | - | - | Flexible |
| 23-Dec-11 | 23 Dec 11 | 6 Jan 12 | £ 465 | - | - | 1 Week |
| 6-Jan-12 | 6 Jan 12 | 10 Feb 12 | £ 295 | - | - | 1 Week |
| 10-Feb-12 | 10 Feb 12 | 17 Feb 12 | £ 345 | - | - | 1 Week |
| 17-Feb-12 | 17 Feb 12 | 9 Mar 12 | £ 325 | - | - | 1 Week |
| 9-Mar-12 | 9 Mar 12 | 23 Mar 12 | £ 350 | - | - | 1 Week |
| 23-Mar-12 | 23 Mar 12 | 30 Mar 12 | £ 360 | - | - | 1 Week |
| 30-Mar-12 | 30 Mar 12 | 13 Apr 12 | £ 480 | - | - | 1 Week |
| 13-Apr-12 | 13 Apr 12 | 27 Apr 12 | £ 400 | - | - | 1 Week |
| 27-Apr-12 | 27 Apr 12 | 11 May 12 | £ 425 | - | - | 1 Week |
| 11-May-12 | 11 May 12 | 18 May 12 | £ 470 | - | - | 1 Week |
| 18-May-12 | 18 May 12 | 1 Jun 12 | £ 520 | - | - | 1 Week |
| 1-Jun-12 | 1 Jun 12 | 8 Jun 12 | £ 680 | - | - | 1 Week |
| 8-Jun-12 | 8 Jun 12 | 22 Jun 12 | £ 590 | - | - | 1 Week |
| 22-Jun-12 | 22 Jun 12 | 29 Jun 12 | £ 640 | - | - | 1 Week |
| 29-Jun-12 | 29 Jun 12 | 6 Jul 12 | £ 695 | - | - | 1 Week |
| 6-Jul-12 | 6 Jul 12 | 13 Jul 12 | £ 710 | - | - | 1 Week |
| 13-Jul-12 | 13 Jul 12 | 20 Jul 12 | £ 780 | - | - | 1 Week |
| 20-Jul-12 | 20 Jul 12 | 24 Aug 12 | £ 845 | - | - | 1 Week |
| 24-Aug-12 | 24 Aug 12 | 31 Aug 12 | £ 710 | - | - | 1 Week |
| 31-Aug-12 | 31 Aug 12 | 7 Sep 12 | £ 565 | - | - | 1 Week |
| 7-Sep-12 | 7 Sep 12 | 14 Sep 12 | £ 515 | - | - | 1 Week |
| 14-Sep-12 | 14 Sep 12 | 21 Sep 12 | £ 470 | - | - | 1 Week |
| 21-Sep-12 | 21 Sep 12 | 28 Sep 12 | £ 435 | - | - | 1 Week |
| 28-Sep-12 | 28 Sep 12 | 26 Oct 12 | £ 415 | - | - | 1 Week |
| 26-Oct-12 | 26 Oct 12 | 2 Nov 12 | £ 525 | - | - | 1 Week |
| 2-Nov-12 | 2 Nov 12 | 16 Nov 12 | £ 380 | - | - | 1 Week |
| 16-Nov-12 | 16 Nov 12 | 7 Dec 12 | £ 325 | - | - | 1 Week |
| 7-Dec-12 | 7 Dec 12 | 21 Dec 12 | £ 295 | - | - | 1 Week |
| 21-Dec-12 | 21 Dec 12 | 7 Jan 13 | £ 680 | - | - | 1 Week |
| Special Offers: | Late Deal | Sun 19 Feb - Sun 18 Mar 2012 | £265 |
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NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.
10% discount if only 2 persons.
25% of rental payable on booking
Refundable £50 security bond required with 75% final balance payment 8 weeks before arrival
Bank transfer or cheque preferred.
Credit card bookings can be taken via PayPal.
Availability
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Contact the owner
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Languages spoken   The owner is based in the United Kingdom and has advertised with Holiday Lettings since 2008. This cottage has received 3 reviews from previous guests.  |
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