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Pond Cottage - luxury cottage with sea views over a wooded valley

Cottage in Helston with kitchen and patio

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Exterior
Exterior
Down the valley to the sea
Pond Cottage
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 245 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Porthallow, ENG
  • Place, South West Coast Path Section 28 Trailhead
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Porthallow Beach
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Porthoustock Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall)
    ‪66 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Pond Cottage - luxury cottage with sea views over a wooded valley

20% DISCOUNT ON ANY BOOKINGS MORE THAN A WEEK.

Pond Cottage at Tregaminion near Porthallow is a compact, light and airy modern barn conversion with beautiful sea views across the extensive gardens and wooded valley. It is situated within a courtyard surrounded by extensive gardens and open countryside. Adjacent dedicated parking space for 1 car (nearby 13 amp outdoor socket for electric vehicle slow charging).

The level access front door leads into an open-plan, high ceiling, living/dining/kitchen area that is floor-tiled throughout.

The kitchen area is well equipped with quality ceramic sink, fridge with small freezer compartment, washer/dryer, dishwasher, microwave, Tassimo coffee maker, electric fan oven/grill with 4-ring hob and extractor. There is a lowered breakfast bar with 2 dining chairs.

The living area also gives access to the sunroom and patio with uninterrupted sea views down the valley and out across the bay. The lounge area has a two-seater sofa, wicker armchair, wall-mounted flame effect electric fire. Also a 40” HD TV with Freeview+ PVR including apps for Catch-up (BBC, ITV, Channels 4 & 5), Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Apple+, Paramount+, U, and Sky Sports, Sky Cinema, and Sky Entertainment channels via Now. There is also a DVD player, telephone, an Amazon Alexa Echo Dot smartspeaker with Bluetooth connection, and free superfast WiFi internet.

The bedroom is fully carpeted and has a 5ft kingsize bed with a pocket sprung mattress and a choice of a summer or winter weight duvets, or single duvets if preferred, extra pillows and blanket, towelling robes and hair dryer. Small double half-shelved wardrobe, wicker armchair, full-length mirror, cordless telephone, and 20” Freeview TV.

The fully tiled bathroom has low-sided bath with powerful mixer shower and sliding glass shower screen, WC, heated towel rail, washbasin with shaver point and heated mirror.

Outside on the patio is a hardwood table and chairs with patio umbrella. Guests are also welcome to make use of a further half-acre garden and large pond area where there is further seating at various vantage points.

Pond Cottage is one of four converted farm buildings within a courtyard setting. Two of these properties are also available as holiday cottages (Stable Cottage property no. 1841315, and Nanteague property no. 1835058, both for couples only). The owners live in the other barn so are available to give advice and help at most times (including ferrying guests to the start of a one-way walk).

Rental includes bedlinen, towels, electricity (except electric vehicle charging), Superfast WiFi, free telephone calls to normal landlines in UK and 25 countries worldwide, and underfloor central heating for out of season lets.

The parking area has an outdoor 13 amp electric socket for electric vehicle slow charging (cable not supplied)(electricity charged at cost, approximately 26 pence/ kWh, correct at 01/11/2025).

Regret no children or dogs. Property is STRICTLY non-smoking.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 9:30 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No
Occupancy of the cottage is strictly limited to 2 persons over age of 21 years, and as listed at time of booking. No hen or stag parties allowed.
Pets are not allowed. Dogs & children under the age of 16 are not allowed to enter the cottages at any time without explicit permission.
Before charging Electric or Hybrid vehicles, the owners must be consulted. There will be a charge of £0.40 per kilowatt-hour (until Sept 2022).

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
Note from host: No
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Helston

Located in Helston, this cottage is in a rural area and by the sea. Marconi Centre and Poldark Mine are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Bonython Estate Gardens and Potager Garden. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Aberfal Outdoor Pursuits, or consider a night out at Tolmen Centre. With scuba diving, surfing/body boarding and fishing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Porthallow, ENG

What's nearby

  • South West Coast Path Section 28 Trailhead - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Porthallow Beach - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Porthoustock Beach - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Leggan Cove Beach - 8 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Falmouth University - 33 min drive - 18.1 km

Getting around

  • Redruth Station - 32 min drive
  • Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall) - 87 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Gylly Beach Cafe - ‬32 min drive
  • ‪Beach Cafe - ‬34 min drive
  • ‪The Red Lion - ‬30 min drive
  • ‪The Shipwrights Arms - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Beach House Falmouth - ‬31 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Pond Cottage - luxury cottage with sea views over a wooded valley pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Pond Cottage - luxury cottage with sea views over a wooded valley?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Pond Cottage - luxury cottage with sea views over a wooded valley?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pond Cottage - luxury cottage with sea views over a wooded valley?

Checkout is at 9:30 AM.

Where is Pond Cottage - luxury cottage with sea views over a wooded valley located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and South West Coast Path Section 28 Trailhead. Porthallow Beach and Porthoustock Beach are also within 1 mile (2 km).

About the host

Hosted by Sarah S

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