The Chalk House
5 guests
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3 bedrooms, 4 beds
1 bathroom
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Situated a five-minute stroll from the banks of the Helford River, this idyllic thatched cottage boasts waterside views and charming original features. Follow the path through the wildflower garden and enter the homely living space. Low timber beams and a wood-burning fire add a cosy ambiance that makes curling up on the sofa with a hot cup of tea irresistible. Throw together family favourites in the farmhouse-style kitchen and feast at the alfresco picnic bench. Spend glorious afternoons sipping cider on the patio as the river glitters in the sunshine or take a wander through the village. You’ll reach the pub in just two minutes and Helford Creek in no more than five. Should you fancy exploring further afield, you can take the leisurely thirty-minute stroll along the coastal path to the secluded Bosahan Cove – the true definition of a hidden gem.
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What to expect
Highlights
Jump in the car and take a tour of the coast – Gunwalloe Church Cove Beach is a thirty-minute drive away
Enjoy elevenses on your patio overlooking the Helford River
Get toasty by the wood-burning fire on chilly evenings
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Home truths
Free street parking is available outside the cottage and in the village
We found mobile phone signal to be patchy in some areas of the home
A basket of logs for the fire is included during the winter months
A travel cot and high chair are available upon request – please bring your own cot linens
Please bring your own beach towels if you intend on visiting the seaside
About this stay
Amenities
Wi-fi
Parking available
Washing machine
Dryer
Garden
Patio / terrace
TV
Dishwasher
Bedrooms & bathrooms
3 bedrooms, 4 beds
1 bathroom
Local guide
About Falmouth
Falmouth attracts a wealthy crowd, as well as surf-loving students – Exeter University has a campus here – who use the town as a base for seeking out Cornwall’s gnarliest waves. Falmouth itself has some excellent beaches. You’ll find sailing, windsurfing and canoeing at the sandy Swanpool and a popular cafe along the curved bay of Gyllyngvase, while Castle Beach is named after Pendennis Castle. Built by Henry VIII in...
Get around
Airport
Land's End
1 hr 18 min
Cornwall Newquay
1 hr 35 min
Plymouth City
2 hr 20 min
Train station
Penmere
57 min
Bus stop
Red Lion
55 min
Local shops & services
Convenience store
1 min
Cafe
6 min
Pharmacy
56 min
Points of interest
Beach
Helford Passage Beach
1 hr 2 min
Booking policies
House Rules
Children welcome (1-12 years)
Infants welcome (under 12 months)
No pets
No parties or events
No smoking
Good to know
Arrival from 16:00
Departure before 9:00
Wifi
No air con
Cancellation policy
Up until
60
days
Cancel at least 60 days before your check-in date for a 50% refund.
Not eligible for a refund once your check-in date is under 60 days away.
Host
This home is managed by Cornish
This home is managed directly by a business. A member of their staff will be your point of contact before and during your stay. Anne-Marie and her team know how to look after their guests. No request is too big or too small, so be sure to reach out if you have any questions or queries.
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