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Harvey's House

(Ref. 1145624)

Helston, Cornwall Show on map

4.9

Sykes rating

  • 6 Guests

  • 3 Bedrooms

  • 1 Bathroom

  • Pets: Yes

Features

  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Hot tub
  • Off road parking
  • Ground floor accommodation
  • Open fire
  • Garden / Patio
  • Cot available
  • Highchair available
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Broadband / WiFi

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5 Customer Reviews

  • "Harvey’s House is a lovely cottage."

    The hot tub is a great feature for the cold winter months to relax in. The interior of the cottage is beautifully done and the place is in a great location to explore local walks and is a short journey to the coast.

    Thank you very much for your kind words and for being such great guests, we look forward to having you again and are absolutely thrilled that you had such a nice stay. Property Owner

    Reviewed by James5.0Jan 2025

  • "Thanks for a great stay - loved the barn conversion and modern way you’ve fitted it out."

    Hot tub a wonderful feature. A few kitchen utensils needed to complete the inventory - potato masher, corkscrew, can opener & some proper wine glasses wouldn’t go amiss. I’d probably note on the listing the steep driveway that some cars & people may struggle with. Only other smaller point would be that the logs issued (albeit plentiful for our stay) weren’t that dry and typically needed kiln dried logs that we bought to establish the fire indoors & outdoors before we could make use of them.. I wouldn’t normally be this picky but the barn would have been too cold had we not been able to rely on the fire burning at full output every night, with the bedrooms much cooler (c18degrees) by late evening.. Do hope the venture works out & pays off for you - we didn’t really get to enjoy the immediate setting much due to the time of year, but am sure it would be lovely in the summer months.. Steve

    Thank you very much for taking the time to feedback, it’s really helpful, especially as you are some of our first guests. Thank you for taking care of the house and being such considerate guests. We hope to have you visit us again soon. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Stephen4.7Jan 2025

  • "Absolutely incredible property to stay in!"

    Gorgeous decoration, extremely comfortable and the hosts have thought of every little detail. Can't recommend enough, especially having the hot tub to soak in after a long hike.

    Thank you for such lovely feedback, it means a lot. You were great guests and we look forward to having you again and hopefully meeting more of your family some time when they’d also like to come and stay. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Megan5.0Dec 2024

  • "As a family of 5 with grown up kids and 2 dogs We decided to spend xmas at Harvey's House."

    The Property was amazing and suited our festivities. Clean, tidy and very high spec. Very comfortable and generous extras provided. A gem of find. Hosts were lovely and friendly. Our advice..don't miss out and spend time chilling at this amazing place.

    Thank you very much for your lovely feedback and for being such wonderful guests. We are so pleased you had a lovely Christmas at Harvey’s. It was a pleasure to meet you and have you stay, we look forward to the next time. Many thanks, see you again! Property Owner

    Reviewed by Victoria5.0Dec 2024

  • "Harvey’s House was the perfect place to retreat to."

    We received a very warm and friendly welcome from Jenna and Nigel, with a delicious cream tea and a hot hot tub ready. Perfect! Harvey’s house is a very comfortable and cosy place to stay. Its new decor and furnishings have been thoughtfully and joyfully created for this new venture with everything you could possibly need from air fryer, dog paw cleaning cups, to sheep design toilet roll holder!! The Christmas decorations were a beautiful touch too. There are three spacious bedrooms each with its own decor theme. The open plan living space works well with a beautiful outlook on to the garden. The hot tub is AMAZING, strong jets, pretty coloured LED lights. It was so relaxing and special to be outside in all weathers with the moon and stars above, in between the wind and rain. The weather didn’t matter! It was quite easy to get the tub back to temperature each day. Jenna and Nigel were very responsive to our questions and any issues were sorted promptly. Harveys House is quiet and private, located in its own woodland garden bordered by a river. Woodland walks from the house made it a perfect place for us and our two four-leggeds. All in all this has been a perfect place for our short winter break. Thank you Jenna and Nigel for all the work you have put into making this such a lovely homely place. We wish you well on this new venture. We definitely want to return again soon and will highly recommend Harvey’s House to friends and family. N.B Please read the directions carefully and don’t follow the SAT NAV and end up having to turn round in a neighbour’s garden!!

    Thank you very much for taking the time to feed back and for your wonderful summary of your stay, we are honoured. Thank you so much for taking such good care of our cottage too and leaving it so clean and tidy! We were lucky to have you and look forward to having you again. Property Owner

    Reviewed by June5.0Dec 2024

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Summary

  • Three bedrooms: 1 x ground-floor super-king-size or twin on request with TV, 1 x ground-floor double, 1 x elevated mezzanine double in the eaves
  • Bathroom with bath, shower over bath, hand-held shower, basin, heated towel rail, and WC
  • Cloakroom with basin and WC
  • Open-plan living space with kitchen, breakfast bar, and sitting area with wood-burner, starter kit to be provided.
  • Central heating
  • Oven, hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher
  • WiFi
  • Fuel and power inc. in rent
  • Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
  • EV charging available
  • Off-road parking for 3 cars
  • Rear 1 acre garden with lawn, woodland, gravel area, picnic bench, and hot tub (hot tub is wood fired, starter pack to be provided)
  • Well behaved pets welcome, two pets included in price, additional charge of £35 per pet, thereafter
  • No smoking
  • Shop 1.9 miles, pub 2.1 miles
  • Property is situated in a wooded valley, off a bridleway
  • Note: Dogs must be well behaved with cats, due to cats living on site
  • Note: There is no dining area but there is a breakfast bar with 4 stools and lap trays provided
  • Note: Dogs must be kept on a lead at all times when outside on site, other than, when in the cottage garden and with the gates closed
  • Note: The river Cober runs past the garden on the other side of the granite hedge
  • Note: The elevated bed is not suitable for those with limited mobility or children under the age of 10 as you have to go up a small, narrow spiral stair case to get to it
  • This bed also has low ceiling as in the eaves 110cm at the head end down to 25cm at the foot end, see photos
  • There is a sofa bed on the ground level in this room for flexible sleeping arrangements, dimensions of sofa bed 170 length x125cm width, this could be used as the 3rd bed if the elevated bed was not suitable - see photos.

The property

Harvey's House, a lovely 1800’s barn conversion is set within a wooded valley, hidden in the beautiful and historical Cornish hamlet of Lowertown on the outskirts of Helston.

The cottage features a luxurious hot tub set within a private 1 acre garden for the exclusive enjoyment of guests, it is within a short drive of every Cornish coastline.

This 3-bedroom bolthole offers spacious and charismatic accommodation for family and friends, an ideal base from which to explore the beautiful beaches, SW coast path, fishing villages, and hot spot resorts.

On arrival, drive down the lane and park aside your homestay, with an EV charger, adjacent to the owner's own home.

The interior has a fabulous country cottage feel, with original character features: vaulted ceilings, wooden beams, a log burning fire and exposed granite.

The open-concept living space creates a very inviting and cosy social area for gatherings.

Rustle up a bite to eat in the contemporary well-equipped kitchen, relax on the sofa and enjoy the warmth from the log burning fire.

In front of the media wall complete with flat screen smart tv and picture window, unwind with dreams of the day’s adventures and the endless possibilities of tomorrow.

There are three bedrooms: one with a modern four poster and another with a super-king or twin beds, finished with deep green-hued décor.

The third bedroom has a mezzanine-style double bed accessed from a small, narrow spiral staircase, a quirky option creating a welcoming nook from which to stargaze through the Velux.

Start the day off with the choice of a bubbly soak in the traditional tub or an invigorating shower or wash away sandy toes after a day at the beach.

There is also a separate cloakroom for your convenience.

The 1 acre garden is enchanting, unwind in the private hot tub that catches the sun all day, or enjoy a moment of tranquillity in the bubbles under the stars, the only sounds are nature and the River Cober trickling peacefully by.

The lawn has various seating spots for morning coffees and alfresco dining.

The garden paths weave around mature greenery and wooded areas, leading explorers to a tree swing seat, loved by children and adults alike!

The cottage is nestled beneath a retired historical viaduct in the Cober Valley, a popular hamlet for visitors as it is home to the famous Cober stepping stones, this walk will lead you to a local supermarket and the Helston boating lake, complete with café, peddle boats and large children’s play area, all situated a short walk from Helston town centre.

Take a ride on the local Helston Steam railway, only 2.2 miles away from your holiday home.

The cottage provides easy access to all the Cornish coasts, there is an attraction for all the family!

The beach at Praa Sands offers a mile of golden sand, perfect for water sports and swimming, with a beach café for refreshment, parking, local pub, a coastal path for rambling, and local shops.

The traditional harbour village of Porthleven is only 4.1 miles away and boasts fabulous restaurants serving the catch of the day and worldwide cuisine, dotted around the pretty quay.

From here ramble the coast path, the route to Rinsey Head is circular or walk to Church Cove. Venture out to Penzance, with Jubilee Sea Water Pool, galleries to browse, a sculpture garden, pubs and promenade.

St Michael’s Mount is incredibly picturesque; venture across the cobbled causeway at low tide to this castle-topped semi-isle.

If you enjoy a little boat trip, the ferry will get you there too.

Marazion, with splendid eateries and a long sandy beach, makes for a great day out.

Beautiful Helford River, with secret creeks and little beaches, is a must: hire a kayak, or enjoy a walk with a picnic.

Falmouth, with its harbour, Pendennis Castle, Maritime Museum, four beaches, and a ferry to St Mawes will keep you entertained for hours.

Take a leisure trip or fishing excursion around the bay!

National Trust’s Lizard Point is the most southerly tip, with a rugged coastal landscape ideal for rambles and seal and dolphin spotting.

Equally beautiful, St Ives has galleries, independent boutiques, an abundance of eateries, and beaches for swim and surf schools. At the end of a fun-packed day, return to Harvey’s House, the most fabulous Cornish retreat for family and friends.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £350.

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Where you’ll be staying

HELSTON

Porthleven 3 miles; Falmouth 12 miles; Penzance 14 miles.

Helston lies at the western gateway to the Lizard Peninsula, a large area of downland fringed by a beautiful and spectacular coastline. Helston is a pleasant busy market town famous for it's Flora Day Festival and the many stories and legends about the "Furry Dance" are told in the fascinating Helston Folk Museum. Nestled in a tranquil setting is the National Seal Sanctuary on the Helford River, where there is plenty of entertainment watching seals play and feed. If it is thrill rides that excites you, then Flambards theme park will keep you amused all day and also has excellent living history experiences. Further afield is the harbour town of Falmouth to the east and Land's End to the west. Helston is a wonderful holiday destination offering plenty of attractions for the whole family. By car reach numerous outstanding beaches, including Porthleven Beach, Praa Sands Beach, and Gunwalloe Church Cove Beach, with Loe Bar offering a dog-friendly landscape, along with the chance to join the stunning Cornish coastal path.

Note: The elevated bed is not suitable for those with limited mobility or children under the age of 10 as you have to go up a small, narrow spiral stair case to get to it. This bed also has low ceiling as in the eaves 110cm at the head end down to 25cm at the foot end, see photos. There is a sofa bed on the ground level in this room for flexible sleeping arrangements, dimensions of sofa bed 170 length x125cm width- see photos.
Note: there is no dining area but there is a breakfast bar with 4 stools.
Note: A selection of croc style shoes are provided, however you may like to bring your slippers as the cottage is finished with tile and wood flooring.
Note: Dogs must be kept on a lead at all times when outside on site, other than, when in the cottage garden and with the gates closed.
Note: the river Cober runs past the garden on the other side of the granite hedge.

This property offers the following short breaks:

  • Winter
  • Off-season
  • Last minute
  • Christmas