4 Coastguard Cottage

About this property

4 Coastguard Cottages is a delightfully converted hideaway built around 1850 and, as the name suggests, belonged to the Coastguard Service who formed in 1822 to try to prevent smuggling. Number 4 belonged to the ship's skipper. It has been lovingly renovated to add modern features yet retain the cottage's original charm. Decorated with whitewashed walls and clean lines, there is a light, spacious feel throughout. Warm fabrics add the luxurious touch, and the artwork comes from local artists. There’s a spacious living area, modern kitchen, a children’s den, 3 bedrooms and two bathrooms and outside a suntrap of a terrace with amazing views of the river.

Helford Passage nestles on the banks of the beautiful river Helford, with a sandy beach and direct access to the South West Coastal Path.  There’s plenty to do on site including hire of kayaks or paddle boards to get you out on the water, or there’s the heated outdoor swimming pool (open from May 1st until the end of September). The Ferryboat Inn specialises in seafood dishes and holds regular music and quiz nights. The local ferry can take you across to pretty Helford village where you can meander along the shore to explore Daphne Du Maurier’s Fisherman’s Creek.  Alternatively relax and enjoy good food at the welcoming Shipwrights Arms in Helford or venture further afield to historic and bustling Falmouth, experience rugged Land’s End or the gentle gardens of Trebah and Glendurgan. All the traditional attractions of a Cornish Holiday such as nearby fishing trips, golf, cycling, horse-riding, seaside fish and chips, coastal walks, art galleries and stunning beaches make this a perfect base for couples or families all year round.

Accommodation

Door into light, wooden floored open plan living room furnished with a corner sofa TV, Sky and BT Sport .

Dining area near the window with extending table and seating for 6. Window seat with scatter cushions.

Breakfast bar with stools separate the living area from the kitchen.

The kitchen is very well equipped with ceramic hob, integrated oven, fridge, freezer and wine cooler, Nespresso, dishwasher, washer and dryer and microwave.

Passage to rear children’s den with sofa, beanbags and TV.

Ground floor shower room with electric shower, hand basin, WC and heated towel rail.

First floor leads to the Master bedroom 1 with 5ft double bed and views of the river.

Bedroom 2 with twin 3 ft single beds.

Bedroom 3 with 4ft 6 double bed.

Family bathroom with bath, electric shower over, hand basin, WC and heated towel rail.

Outside

Paved terrace overlooking the river with garden table and chairs.

Parking

There is no allocated car space for 4 Coastguard Cottage. Cars must be parked in the public car park at a charge of £2 per day. You can, however, drive through the complex and pull up outside the property for the loading and unloading of luggage.

Additional

Included: Bed linen, towels (guests must provide their own beach towels), heating, electricity and Wi-Fi.

Regret no pets, and No Smoking.

No telephone. Mobile signal good.

Short Breaks may be available: Please contact the West Cornwall office.

Local Facilities: Beach 50 yards. Outdoor heated pool on site (open beginning of May 'til end of Sept). Pubs: Ferryboat Inn in Helford passage and Shipwrights Arms in Helford. Village shop in Mawnan Smith selling basics, plus the Red Lion pub and Awna Café. Falmouth with all facilities 6 miles.