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Helford

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4.7
out of 5
Cornwall » Treverva Near Constantine
Sleeps up to 8
Pets 1
Hot Tub
Bedrooms: 4
Helford, a stunning barn conversion, sits in the hamlet of Treverva, two and a half miles from the old Cornish market town of Penryn. With spacious, luxury accommodation, set in a tranquil idyllic location overlooking the Argal Reservoir, this is a perfect cottage for touring the area. Arrive at Treverva Farm via a private drive leading you to the holiday cottages and stables. The cottage thoughtfully boasts reverse-level accommodation to make the most of the superb views from the open-plan living room. There are four bedrooms, two of which benefit from en-suite facilities along with a further bathroom shared between the two bedrooms on the ground floor. The bedrooms offer zip/link beds giving you the option of king size beds, or two single beds.
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About Helford

Helford, a stunning barn conversion, sits in the hamlet of Treverva, two and a half miles from the old Cornish market town of Penryn. With spacious, luxury accommodation, set in a tranquil idyllic location overlooking the Argal Reservoir, this is a perfect cottage for touring the area.

Arrive at Treverva Farm via a private drive leading you to the holiday cottages and stables. The cottage thoughtfully boasts reverse-level accommodation to make the most of the superb views from the open-plan living room.

There are four bedrooms, two of which benefit from en-suite facilities along with a further bathroom shared between the two bedrooms on the ground floor. The bedrooms offer zip/link beds giving you the option of king size beds, or two single beds.

The Kernow Adventure Park is close by and offers water-sports for all ages from wakeboarding, ringo rides, inflatable assault course amongst other activities ensuring a fun filled day. A wonderful contemporary cottage yet full of character in an idyllic location to be enjoyed all year round.

Grass tennis court is now available for guests to use. Rackets and balls available on site.

Please note court may be closed due to adverse weather conditions in order to protect it.

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Sleeps 4
Pets 1
Hot Tub
Bedrooms: 2
Delightful and contemporary ground floor apartment, one of the three Treverva Farm Cottages situated close to Penryn in Cornwall. Falmouth 4 miles.. Dog-friendly. Micro pub opposite. Penryn 2.5 miles.
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Sleeps 4
Pets 1
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Spacious and luxuriously furnished first floor apartment apartment near Penryn in Cornwall. Open-plan. Pet-friendly. Penryn 2.5 miles. Falmouth 4 miles.
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Sleeps 8
Pets 1
Hot Tub
Bedrooms: 4
This charming barn conversion resides on Tresooths Cottages holiday development in Mawnan Smith near Penryn, Cornwall. Pet-friendly. Outdoor heated swimming pool. Close to amenities and beach. Ground-floor living. Falmouth 4 miles; Truro 10.3 miles.
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Sleeps 6
Pets 1
Hot Tub
Bedrooms: 3
A luxurious, single-storey property situated in the village Mawnan Smith. Open-plan living. Enclosed patio. Private hot tub. Penryn 3 miles; Falmouth 4 miles.
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Sleeps 6
Pets 1
Hot Tub
Bedrooms: 3
A contemporary cottage resting in a courtyard of cottages in Mawnan Smith, Cornwall. Shared swimming pool. Hot tub. Pet-friendly. Communal hot tub. Penryn 3 miles; Falmouth 4 miles.
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Sleeps 6
Pets 1
Hot Tub
Bedrooms: 3
A sumptuous barn conversion set in the centre courtyard of Tresooth Cottages, Mawnan Smith. Pet-friendly. Hot tub. Washing machine. Patio. Penryn 3 miles; Falmouth 4 miles.
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Sleeps 6
Pets 1
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Bedrooms: 3
A tasteful, single-storey cottage positioned in the village of Mawnan Smith. Open-plan living. Pet free. Hot tub. WiFi. Penryn 3 miles; Falmouth 4 miles.
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Sleeps 6
Pets 1
Hot Tub
Bedrooms: 3
A tasteful cottage situated in the main corner of Tresooth courtyard in Mawnan Smith, Cornwall. Shared swimming pool. Off-road parking. Pet-friendly. Hot tub. Penryn 3 miles; Falmouth 4 miles.
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Sleeps 4
Pets 1
Hot Tub
Bedrooms: 2
A wonderful two-bedroom barn conversion resting in Penryn, near Mawnan Smith, Cornwall. Family-friendly. On-site facilities. Communal outdoor heated swimming pool. Stylish. Penryn 3 miles; Falmouth 4 miles.
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Sleeps 4
Pets 1
Hot Tub
Bedrooms: 2
A charming abode resting on Tresooth Cottages holiday development in Mawnan Smith near Penryn, Cornwall. Pet-friendly. Open-plan. Near a beach. Close to amenities. On-site facilities. Falmouth 4 miles; Truro 10.3 miles.
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Helford Reviews

Michael
The owner is really nice and friendly and helpful. . even left some nice biscuits and a lemon drizzle cake for us as a welcome pack so would highly recommend
Being really picky general maintenance around the property could be better few ... Being really picky general maintenance around the property could be better few cracks and here but apart from that all good
Matthew
Great location and perfect for a large family group. Our second stay.
Barbara
Potentially a beautiful holiday setting but in need of some updating and general maintenance. The owner was friendly and shared his own situation at time of our stay he stated he was going through a difficult divorce but he appeared to be enjoying life and spending time with his new younger girlfriend. The hot tub was not ready for our stay but when this was requested it was sorted within two days. Kitchen was ill equipped 1 tea towel. No apron, rusty cooking pans to name but a few. Various lights were not in working order and hot water was a problem but explained the boiler was set further away so needed to let the water run for a while. Total lack of outdoor seating area and what there was had not been maintained for a while. There were other issues to say the least but we managed to get by. It is a shame as it would be a perfect holiday base it just needs general maintenance and updating. It was clean which was good, but some disappointment experienced. I would have hoped that Sykes would pick up most of the issues on general inspections if they carry them out.
A lovely few days stay at Helford despite very wet weather. Helford is a very attractive, clean, warm and comfortable cottage and our family of 5 4 adults had plenty of space. Very comfortable beds and plenty of towels. Owner apologised on our arrival that the dishwasher had broken the previous week. A surprising lack of glasses just 3 tumblers which meant we had to use the wine glasses for water soft drinks! An easy fix that would make a difference. Would recommend Helford for families and adult groups and we would definitely consider returning in the future.
What a lovely find for a large family. There were 8 of us stopping and there was plenty of room for us all. The owner was very friendly and helpful. The location was beautiful and the younger people in our family really enjoyed the added bonus of the pub. It was such a peaceful place to relax and enjoy the views which im sure would of been even nicer had it not of rained so much. There was a lovely walk across the owners field to the lake which even on a cold miserable day was still beautiful The only small thing we would of liked a few more glasses in the property, I'm presuming that over time other guests have broken them and they have not been replaced and we only had one key which wasn't a massive issue because we just left the key in the bar, but had there been other quests staying I'm not sure I would of wanted to do that.
Beautiful cottage. Excellent facilities. Welcoming and professional service. Thank you
Really lovely property. The owners are lovely & the property was clean and tidy! Definitely recommend
What a great weekend we had coming down from Essex for my sons 21st who is at University. Stunning conversion very comfortable the cottage had everything we needed and more. Thank you
Richard
Wonderful, comfortable cottage for 7 of us. Living area very spacious. Having bar area with pool and PlayStation was like a little bonus. Thanks to Ian for a lovely barn conversion.
A very comfortable property with friendly and helpful owner. Great for kids with the goats and ponies, access to the walk around the lovely lake below, and well situated for access to South West Cornwall.
Lovely place to stay, quiet beautiful area, lovely house, lovely area, lovely place to go for walks, loved the tennis court, table tennis, darts and the bar area. Does need some maintenance,just little things, maybe a few more items in the kitchen. Owners were welcoming and friendly. Would definitely stay again. Only advice house gets very hot in warmer months so take a fans fans. But overall stay was lovely, we didn't want to leave.
Matthew
Great property and lovely location. The outside space is great and with local walks from the property. Highly recommended for a large family or group of friends. We have booked again for next year.
Great for families Enjoyed the layout making the most of the views. Great location easy to get around the local area. Had a fab family holiday
Catherine
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in the Helford cottage however there were several issue that seriously let the property down. When we first arrive and were greeted by Ian he started by listing issue with the cottagepremises that hadnt been fixed all of which he blames a various pre opus guests however the more we looked round the property we came to realise that this list was a complete list as not only were there broken toilet seats that cause injury to my niece but there were missing plugs, loose kitchen fitting, missing handles of both furniture and patio doors, one of the ensuite showers its sellotaped to the wall beneath a ceiling that is black with mould. There are a lot of additional extra at the property such as the bar, though stated in the listing it is stocked with soft drinks this is not the case, it also doesnt look to of been cleaned since the property opened in 2017! The hot tub comes with a changing area that no one in our group used as it also doesnt look to of been cleaned. The hot tub is a nice additional with a stunning view, Ian does seem to maintain it through the week but potentially needs to do this more frequently as often it was dose so highly that it bleached several people swim wear. The closer we looked at the Helford cottage itself we realised this was a continuous theme and all the beams and ceilings are covered in cobwebs and thick dust. Ian was helpful during our stay offering to supply us with disposable bbqs when we found out the ones listed and the ones we enquired about werent in working order. We had a lovely stay at the Helford cottage but felt that the upkeep and maintenance of the whole sight really let it down.
Barbara
Fantastic location,the property was lovely but needed a bit of TLC,the walk down to the reservoir was beautiful,we did it twice! We loved the goats and pony and was able to feed them carrots,they were very friendly.We would recommend a visit to the Ferryboat Inn serving a great menu with stunning views across the harbour. We were a group of five and had plenty of room with our own bathrooms and privacy,maybe an extra wardrobe would have been useful.
Nichola
Lovely holiday home very comfortable and the bar area was great! Great location for exploring and the views are beautiful. We stayed as a family of 7 with 2 dogs, the owners were very accommodating and helpful. The house was well stocked and had everything we needed for a lovely family break, we didnt want to leave!
Rosemary
When we arrived at Helford' were delighted to know we had the week ahead to enjoy being there. It was very attractive and comfortable and all the amenities in and around the house were fabulous. Just a couple of issues in the kitchen with the fridge and couldn't find a jug anywhere, but the owner quickly responded. A great place for holidaying!
We cannot fault Treverva Farm. Our accommodation was amazing. Everything you could possibly need, beautifully clean and a wonderful location. Great facilities on site, tennis court, hot tub, table tennis, darts, pool table, trampoline, bbq area, dog friendly plus the resident farm animals. Only 3 holiday lets on site so very peaceful and quiet. We had many fun days out but our children couldn't wait to get back to the farm again. Perfect holiday for us all. The children already asking when we can go back again !! Cannot rate this place highly enough. We all had a lovely holiday. Thank you to all at Treverva Farm.
Spacious accommodation and well equipped. Friendly owners who live onsite. Sitting room kitchen area has good views across hills to Argal reservoir. Goats, horses, cows, hens and grass tennis court, trampoline places to wander or sit and barbecue outside. Table tennis, pool and darts inside make for a good holiday! Hottub also available, check website
Found the property very tranquil and great for a family, however the maintenance of the property could do with a little updating ie extractor fans in bathrooms not working , also very annoying when opening the fridge door the freezer door would open with it not lined up correctly. we also had a problem with cracked toilet seat which when mentioned was tackled right away . the problems were small and didnt effect our holiday lovely spot with great views.
Fabulous property with great amenities. The view was spectacular, location superb. Would definitely recommend.
Rebecca
We had a lovely stay at the cottage, there was plenty of space for all of us and the children loved the trampoline and animals outside.
Lovely break. Friendly owners very accommodating, and kids loves the fact there were animals. Only down side was the additional cost for use of the hot tub. Its charged on a weekly basis, as we were only there for a weekend it proved quite costly for our party of 8. Also lovely little bar area , great idea and we loved using it but it was cold as radiator didnt seem to work tricky as we stayed in November..!!! We would def stay again.
Listed as 2 beds upstairs and 2 down when in fact it is 3 down and 1 up. cooker is a convection hob so your don't take your own pans unless you are sure they will work I usually take my pressure cooker. take 50p's if you want to use the pool table. We had a superb stay here with friends, everything was spotlessly clean and comfortable. everyone is more than happy to recommend and intends to return in the near future. We enjoyed the cream tea left out for our arrival.
Very spacious. Good beds. Modern bathrooms and kitchen. Beautiful views. Short drive to wonderful seaside villages and Falmouth. Facilities were the biggest plus hot tub overlooking the valley, tennis, table tennis, bbq kits, darts, games, trampoline and animals for kids. Although the house had been cleaned and fittings are modern, there were quite a few areas that need some minor repair scrub to keep 5 star standard.
Stephen
Lovely cottage in a great location.
Absolutely beautiful cottage in a stunning location.
Davina
The cottage was warm comfortable had everything you needed to have a great family break. A good base for exploring Cornwall. The host were great and on hand if needed. Highly reccomend these cottages.
Excellent holiday cottage and very comfortable. Lots of extra amenities which was great too. The only things to watch out for is that the living spaces are upstairs and the steps arent particularly great for young toddlers but the accommodation as a whole was great for toddlers high chair, travel cot, animals on site, trampoline etc. We would definitely return! The owners were extremely friendly and helpful with local knowledge.
We had an absolutely fantastic weekend in the property. The facilities were perfect especially for the children with the pool tabletrampoline and the animals. The owner couldnt do enough for us whilst we were there and was super helpful with anything we needed.
I would definitely recommend staying at the Helford Cottage at Treverva Farm. The owners are so welcoming, they left some bread, butter and eggs for us and also they were very helpful as I needed to do two lots of washings lots of towels and swimwear and because the shared dryer was not working they kindly took in the washing and put it in their own dryer for us. The cottage is great the beds are so comfortable and the addition of being able to play table tennis and pool was great for the boys in the evening. This is a great location for exploring Cornwall and also very close to Falmouth for restaurants and shops. We really enjoyed our stay and will definitely return to Cornwall.
Patrick
Stunning property and really warm welcome by Michaela. Amazing welcome basket of bread, butter, milk, tea and coffee. Great location and really dog friendly. A bit cold upstairs but the weather was rather cold and wet.
On the whole an amazing experience. Considering we had a large party owing to it being my daughters wedding, there was enough space for us all to be comfortable. The location, the venue, the host and the goats all extremely welcoming.. One thing I would request fir the future was wall mirrors in the bedroom then its perfect. Thank you for s great stay.. we definitely plan to return. 5 stars!!
A great house, with fab facilities. Ian was most welcoming, Marlowe, the Springer was a star and Ians son was the most polite boy. A great holiday all round. Thank you
A extremely comfortable and relaxing location overlooking the reservoir. Warm and friendly welcome from the host. The onsite bar is a plus albeit I didnt get to use it as I was so busy visiting Cornwall. Overall, highly recommended.
Lovely accommodation, just right for our family holiday. We were welcomed by Ian who told us about the accommodation and surroundings. Plus Ideas for days out and places to eat. We had a great welcome food pack waiting for us in the well equipped kitchen. Bathrooms were clean and modern. Beds were so comfortable. Many thanks for letting us stay. We hope to be back again one day
A large family gathering and room for all. All of our expectations met and all we needed for a comfortable stay. A beautiful outlook over the lake which also provided a lovely walk through the woods. The area has something for everyone, The beaches are not overcrowded and are interesting, with fish and crabs for the little one's to catch, the countryside is just as nice. I am disabled but managed to get about there and the clean air made breathing much easier. I managed a slow walk for almost a mile, when in London I cant manage more than 50yds. All in all a great holiday but would have liked a second week as there is so much to explore. Will do that next year.
Fabulous location. Stylish and well equipped. Very welcoming host. Thank you for the fantastic stay
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Attractions Near Helford

While there'll be plenty to keep you entertained an Helford itself, if you plan to get out and about and see some of what Cornwall has to offer, here are some of the nearby attractions you can enjoy during your stay. Please note that some of these activities and days out are paid and it's always a good idea to book in advance to secure your place where applicable.

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The Rock Gardens, Caves and Nursery - TQ5 9HG
about 4 Miles
The Rock Gardens Caves and Nursery have an amazing setting in the old Palace Quarry. The gardens offer an abundance of trees, plants and floral displays including a very grand 80ft Elm Tree and a stunning Weeping Ash. The site also offers a large carp pond, a breathtaking illuminated cave and a tea room serving tasty local produce.
Flambards Experience Cornwall - TR13 0QA
about 6 Miles
A fantastic attraction with something for everyone.  Combining rides, activities and exhibitions it's all here in the one place. Look out for seasonal events too such as the Fire in the Sky event on 27th October 2010 - discount advance tickets are available for most of the events so don't forget to check out their website.  Some of the most popular thrill rides include the first Twisting Droptower in the UK called the Skyraker 001.  The Hornert Rollercoaster is also not to be missed.
Paradise Park - TR27 4HY
about 12 Miles
Paradise Park first opened its doors in Cornwall in 1973 and has been one of the regions top attractions ever since. What was once just a tropical bird garden is now a refuge for many different species of animal and aims to be educational as well as fun for its visitors. The inhabitants include some typical UK creatures including Otters, and Red Squirrels as well as some more unusual and rare animals including Red Pandas. Younger children will enjoy meeting the friendly animals in the farm area. The site has recently been extended and now also has a fantastic Jungle Barn where kids can let of steam.    
Dairyland Farm World - TR8 5AA
about 17 Miles
Open from end March to end October this is a lovely attraction suited to families with kids of all ages.  You don't need to worry about the weather either as this is an all weather attraction with the addition of soft play areas and a ball pool for the little ones.  Some of the highlights include the Bull Pen indoor play area, the Raging Bulls Ride, Pat-aPet and the Mini tractors.  Of course there is also the opportunity to get up close to the farm animals and try some bottle feeding.
Lost Gardens of Heligan - PL26 6EN
about 17 Miles
The amazing Lost Gardens of Heligan are one of Cornwall's most popular attractions and offers arrange of activities for adults and children. Besides the beauty and unique atmosphere of the gardens there are also organised events to enjoy throughout the year including a Harvest Display, Wild Food Walks, Halloween and Christmas celebrations and Book Signings.
Newquay Zoo - TR7 2NN
about 19 Miles
The award winning Newquay Zoo makes a fun family day out in North Cornwall.  With over 130 different species of animals to see and plenty of fun activities for the kids this attraction is ideal.  Recent additions to the zoo include the African Savanna and the Madagascan Walkthrough exhibit.  Kids will love the play area, face painting, tarzan trail and animal encounters.  Different events tale place throughout the year such as the Halloween Zoo Boo family fun event on 31st October.
Springfields Fun Park & Pony Centre - PL15 8EU
about 20 Miles
Springfields Fun Park & Pony Centre offers a day full of action and adventure for all the family come rain or shine. If the weather is good then children can take advantage of the vast open space to run around and play, enjoy pony rides, train rides, trampolines and Go-Karts and explore the nature trails. If the weather is not on your side then the huge play barn is the place to head and as climbing frames, slides, ball pool and rope swings as well as a baby and toddler area.
The Eden Project - PL24 2SG
about 23 Miles
The Eden Project is a fantastic local attraction in Cornwall which will appeal to families and couples.  From the moment you step through the entrance it's clear that this is no ordinary attraction.  All under one roof you will find a giant rainforest, Horticulture courses, rock climbing, ice skating and an arts cafe.  Not all of these activities are on at one time, they are staggered throughout the year so check out the website to see what's available when you plan to visit.  Autumn at Eden is very popular with events such as daily apple pressing and Time Changing Tales (story telling with an autumn theme).
Land's End - TR19 7AA
about 25 Miles
Land's End is one of Britain's best loved landmarks with its unique location offering breathtaking scenery and great natural splendour. The site has been developed to offer five family friendly attractions including an exhibition centre currently showing a fantastic Dr Who exhibition - a must for fans of the show. Other attractions include Scull Rock - A 4D film experience and Greeb Farm - A small animal farm which is sure to be a big hit with younger children. Inclusive tickets for all attractions are excellent value with a family of four costing just £25.00
Camel Creek Adventure Park - PL27 7RA
about 25 Miles