Old Mill Cottage

Description

This cosy little cottage for two is found in the Cornish village of Gweek which sits at the head of the Helford River, about 3.5 miles from the market town of Helston. An ideal spot from which to explore the glorious Lizard Peninsula with its many quaint fishing villages clustered around picturesque harbours and creeks. It is a stunningly beautiful area at any time of the year and as a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, there is so much to discover here.

Old Mill Cottage is stylishly finished and situated close to the centre of the village with a good pub 5 minutes walk away. The Cornish Seal Sanctuary is close by and if you fancy some fun why not try out Cornwall Segway at Goonhilly Satellite Station. Trebah Gardens near Falmouth is well worth a visit and be sure to take a trip to Kynance Cove to marvel at the glorious views from the cliff-tops on the walk down.

GROUND FLOOR:
Kitchen: Electric oven and hob, fridge, dishwasher, washing machine.
Living/Dining Room: LED TV/DVD, dining table and chairs, feature fireplace, French doors to terrace.
Bedroom: Twin beds (3’ - can be zipped to form 6' super king bed, please request at time of booking), bedside unit, chest of drawers, wardrobe.
Bathroom: Shower cubicle with electric shower, basin, WC.

GARDEN AND PARKING:
Five steps up to paved terrace with bistro set and BBQ. Private parking available for 2 cars.

Changeover Day: Friday - arrival 5:00pm - departure 12:00pm.
Pets Welcome: Up to 2 dogs are welcome.
Power and Heat: Electricity and heating included in the rent, underfloor heating in kitchen and bathroom.
Bedding and Linen: Bed linen and towels provided, please bring your own beach towels.
Baby Equipment: Cot and highchair available, please bring your own bedding.
Shop: 0.3 ml Pub: 0.3 ml.

NOTES: No smoking. WiFi available. Mobile phone coverage varies.

Local Area

Situated at the head of the Helford River, Gweek is a picturesque little village steeped in history and is perfectly positioned to explore the surrounding area and The Lizard Peninsula from.

The Lizard Peninsula
With dramatic cliffs shaped by the Atlantic Ocean, The Lizard Peninsula is home to many little fishing ports with huge granite sea walls, restaurants specialising in freshly caught seafood and gorgeous sandy bays with rocks jutting out into the sea. You will find plenty of pretty coves and beaches to explore such as Kynance Cove, Kennack Sands and Polurrian Cove. You can visit the Lizard Lighthouse, Roskilly's Farm where they produce their own Cornish ice cream, the Marconi centre at Poldhu, see the camels at Rosuick Organic Farm enjoy a sea fishing trip to catch your supper and visit many other fascinating places.

You will find white beaches, turquoise seas and unique nature along with Lizard Point, which is Britain's most southerly point with the Lighthouse protecting the local shipping from the treacherous coastline since the 1750s. Anyone visiting should make sure they see the Helford River Valley where you will find numerous tiny hamlets set along the leafy roads. Along the river are many creeks and inlets including Frenchman's Creek, known for the place Daphne Du Maurier came on honeymoon and which inspired her romantic tales of skulduggery and romance.