Rock Cottage is unique; there is nowhere quite like it. Standing completely alone in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and on a solid rock foundation within an acre of privately owned grounds, this 16th century property commands a wonderful elevated view of the Mawgan Creek of the Helford River. It is truly captivating. With no neighbours or owners next door, you have complete privacy throughout your stay.

The large well maintained terraced garden wraps the riverside woodland which borders our land on two sides. From the private jetty and foreshore, where the boat is moored, guests enjoy fishing, rowing, kayaking, paddle boarding, canoeing and crabbing. For the more adventurous, wild swimming is possible too. The gentle tidal waters ebb and flow bringing a myriad of water birds each time to feed on the shoreline and mudflats. Whatever the season or weather, the ever-changing landscape is mesmerising, but don't take my word for it, holiday here and see for yourself!

This well cared for and meticulously cleaned property is equipped to very high standards with quality furnishings throughout and BT Superfast Fibre Broadband WiFi is included. You will enjoy a comfortable and relaxing stay at Rock Cottage, which is suitable for up to four adults with two children maximum. There is full central heating by radiators, making the property warm and inviting whatever the weather, with wonderful river, countryside and woodland views from each room.

Rock Cottage is well placed for visiting the Lizard Peninsula with its beautiful coves and sandy beaches. Just 10 minutes by car and you will reach some of the areas finest beaches for swimming or body boarding - we are spoilt for choice! Gunwalloe Church Cove, Dollar & Fishing Cove, Poldhu, Polurrian, Kynance Cove, Kennack Sands, Coverack and Cadgwith are all favourites.

Within walking distance of less than half a mile from the cottage, is the village of Mawgan where there is an excellent shop open daily from early to late and stocked with all you need, plus The Ship Inn with restaurant and Mawgan Church. There is also the New Yard Restaurant at nearby Trelowarren Estate and the Black Swan in Gweek. Towards St Martin is Gear Farm Pasty shop selling organic vegetables and delicious pasties. Visit the re-opened Prince of Wales for a beer and Gwella Dairy for delicious ice cream. Helford has the waterside Shipwright's Arms and the Helford River Sailing Club, who are happy to accept visiting yachtsmen. As well as excellent Club facilities, there is also a bar and outside eating area.

Places of Interest/things to do: Frenchman's Creek, Tremayne Quay, Penarvon Cove, cycle around the Penrose Estate near Helston, visit Gweek Seal Sanctuary, Poldark Mine, Flambards, Roskilly's, NT Gardens, Trebah, Lizard Adventure, go scuba diving, horse ride, deep sea fishing, boat trips, whale/dolphin wildlife cruises, Minack Theatre, St Michael's Mount, Porthleven (for foodies)...... the list is endless!

Interior:
The light and contemporary kitchen/diner offers all the facilities you expect to find in a holiday cottage with top of the range appliances and a small walk-in pantry, ideal for storing your groceries. A glorious view of the Mawgan Creek is yours to savour from the handmade beech dining table which overlooks the garden and the river beyond.

The comfortable lounge has original cob walls and a large copper canopied inglenook housing an electric fire. It is fully carpeted and complemented by a very comfortable and luxury designed sofa, armchairs and matching cushioned window seats. For your entertainment we provide plenty of board games, puzzles, Cornish novels, books of interest on the area, maps, suggested walks, a new Smart LED TV and DVD player. At the far end is an open tread wooden staircase with a short wall mounted handrail leading to the landing and two bedrooms. The master bedroom has a king size bed and the adjacent young persons bedroom is furnished with two new white wooden beds which are 2ft 6" wide (normal length). The upstairs has polished pitch pine wooden floors with soft long rugs and wonderful views to enjoy.

New and situated on the ground floor of the cottage, is the luxury fitted bathroom incorporating an electric shower over a deep bath, toilet, built-in wash hand basin and under floor electric heating as well as a large illuminated wall mirror. Towels can be warmed on the tall ladder style radiator.

Only a few paces from the front door is the spacious and beautifully presented Garden Room, where a glorious view is yours to wake up to. This room has been designed to sleep two adults or teenagers so is not suitable for young children. It offers flexible sleeping arrangements with two zip and link single beds or a queen size bed upon request for two adults. The key to this room is not provided unless someone is sleeping in here.

*Complete privacy - No neighbours or owners within sight or sound - have it all to yourself.
*Private off road parking for up to two cars.
*Very well presented, meticulously cleaned and maintained, with easy to use facilities, personally checked and prepared each time, with everything in place.
*BT Superfast Fibre Broadband (WiFi in all rooms).
*Rowing Dinghy, life jackets, Tide Table, crabbing lines and bucket supplied (from Easter to end of October) at no extra charge!
* Fishing from the private foreshore or our boat - at no extra charge.
*Jetty storage for your kayaks, canoes and paddle boards.
* Short Breaks.
* Sorry but we no longer accept pets through this website.

We look forward to welcoming new and past guests to Rock Cottage, where time seems to stand still!