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Unique and Magnificently Situated 8 acre Waterside Artists' Retreat Carriage

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Nestled in secret woodland gardens, this Victorian railway carriage offers glorious views over Frenchmans Creek and the upper Helford river. Unwind on the private platform with BBQ, table and chairs alongside the carriage or take a leisurely walk down to the river through fine meadows lined by grand Monterey pines.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space
  • Free WiFi

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Unique and Magnificently Situated 8 acre Waterside Artists' Retreat Carriage

Secret woodland gardens, glorious views and seclusion. A handsome Victorian railway carriage from the 1880's sleeps 2, in a grand position above the main property with spectacular views over Frenchmans Creek and the upper Helford river.A private platform area with BQ, table and chairs alongside the carriage enjoys sunset views of the winding river into the distance to the west.3 shallow steps lead down to WC and shower room in a timber outbuilding. To the east is a fine meadow lined by grand Monterey pines that border the property. Woodland walks lead down to the river,slipway and quay.The carriage has a double bedroom at one end,a kitchen/dining area by the entrance and a living area alongside with antique sofa. Change over day Saturday.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchenette

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Wood stove

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • On a river

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:30 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Please keep in mind the property type & location

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the neighborhood

Located in Helston, this vacation home is on a river. The Old Cider Barn Arts and Crafts Centre and Trevaskis Farm are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and Tehidy Country Park. Bonython Estate Gardens and One2Eleven are also worth visiting.
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Helston

What's nearby

  • Glendurgan Garden - 16 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Trebah Gardens - 17 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Maenporth Beach - 21 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • Gyllyngvase Beach - 25 min drive - 6.3 miles
  • Falmouth University - 26 min drive - 6.5 miles

Getting around

  • Penryn Station - 44 min drive
  • Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall) - 86 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Gylly Beach Cafe - ‬31 min drive
  • ‪Slice of Cornwall - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Beach Cafe - ‬33 min drive
  • ‪Beach House Falmouth - ‬30 min drive
  • ‪The Red Lion - ‬28 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Unique and Magnificently Situated 8 acre Waterside Artists' Retreat Carriage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Unique and Magnificently Situated 8 acre Waterside Artists' Retreat Carriage?

Check-in begins at 5:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Unique and Magnificently Situated 8 acre Waterside Artists' Retreat Carriage?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Unique and Magnificently Situated 8 acre Waterside Artists' Retreat Carriage located?

Situated on a river, this vacation home is steps from Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, and within 3 mi (5 km) of Passage Cove and Bosahan Cove. Budock Vean Golf Course and Trebah Gardens are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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