Lorelei

Helford River | Port Navas

Sleeps: 10
Bedrooms: 5
Bathrooms: 3
Pets: Welcome

Balcony
Dishwasher
Garden
Open fire
Parking
TV
WiFi
Seaview
Waterside

Summary

Life holds a different pace on the Helford River. The verdant tree lined banks, the ebb and tide of the gentle salt waters, the dazzling phosphorescent glow in the moonlight – when you have experienced such a delight then you will know the magic and unspoilt natural beauty of the Helford. If we could encapsulate happiness in one wall mounted multi-frame then a picture of a summers day on the Helford would be there glimmering bright.

Particulars

Entrance hall (first floor)
The grand front door opens into the large hallway which leads onto the kitchen, utility room, balcony or down to the ground floor.

Kitchen
High end fitted kitchen with tall wall units, five ring hob and range cooker, second electric oven, microwave, large fridge/freezer, dishwasher, ample storage, cookware and convivial island.

Living room
Open plan to the kitchen and dining area, the living space allows for a large group, free flow and chatter around food preparation. Or put your feet up and soak in the breath-taking river views. If you must there is a 42″ smart TV. The sitting area has an eclectic range of furniture and seating, curated by the family owners. In the cooler months nestle around the open fire and keep your toes toasty.

Master bedroom (first floor)
With river views, king size bed, chest of drawers and hanging space, small sofa and bedside tables with lamps.

Master ensuite
Walk-in shower, WC and basin.

Balcony
The perfect place to sit with a book. Scattered seating all looking out over the river through the pillars.

Utility/WC
A large useful space with WC, sink and an overflow fridge and freezer.

Gallery
Accessed via steps from the hallway, this space has a further 55″ smart TV and sofa.

Ground floor hallway
Stairs lead down to the ground floor hallway which has doors to remaining bedrooms and bathrooms and also a door to the garden.

Front right twin room
A single bed and a single four-poster bed with dressing table, bookshelf and desk with views of the river.

Front left double bedroom
A 6ft, zip and link bed (which will be made up as a super-king unless you request otherwise), bedside tables, wardrobe and views of the river.

Left twin bedroom
Two single beds, chest of drawers and a writing desk.

Right twin bedroom
Two single beds and a chest of drawers.

Ground floor family bathroom
One for the children with an underwater theme! A feature bath, WC, heated towel rail and basin.

Downstairs shower room
With large walk-in shower, WC, basin, washing machine and tumble dryer.

Garden
A large garden sloping down to the edge of the river. Planting all around with passageway and steps down to the creek, to the right-hand side. Garden table, seating and BBQ (charcoal) for alfresco dining.

Parking
There is plenty of parking around a planted roundabout at the first-floor level.

Mooring
Please note that while Lorelei doesn’t have its own mooring, a visitor one can possibly be arranged through Helford River Moorings.

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Location and Surrounding Area

If you can be prised away from that glorious view, there is plenty to do both on the Helford and just a short drive from Lorelei.

The Helford River has some proper Cornish pubs, bustling with the local gig rowers in the evening with the regular faces you’ll see year on year propped up at the bar. The Ferryboat Inn at Helford Passage is just a 10-minute drive from Lorelei and from there you can hop on the ferry in the summer months to Helford village on the other side. Here you can lunch at the Shipwright Arms, or the Helford Sailing Club either of which have lovely views. You can drive to ‘the other side’, it takes around 30 minutes to go up via Gweek through the lanes.

Aerial image looking out towards the mouth of the Helford River

Helford River Explore adventure boat Frenchmans Creek

Falmouth and its sandy beaches are just a 20 minute drive from the house, here you will find the award winning high street full of independent shops, restaurants and cafes. The National Maritime Museum Cornwall, Pendennis Castle, sailing schools and water sports hire can all be found here so there is plenty to keep the children entertained.

If you have not had enough of the water then you can hop on the St Mawes Ferry and visit the Roseland, good for a bit of seal spotting on the journey over and a lovely town for a wander around the shops. Visit the smaller sister castle of Pendennis for panoramic views of the river.

The River Fal is one of the deepest natural harbours in the world, and you will notice a difference from the Helford. If you want to hire a boat we would recommend a day on each river exploring the creeks as they are both quite different.

Of course there is so much more to Cornwall, easy access up the A39 connects you to the rest of the county. The Eden Project has some brilliant events throughout the year, and St Ives has the newly refurbished Tate Gallery and Barbara Hepworth Sculpture Garden. Further west we recommend seeing a show at The Minack Theatre where often the performances are interrupted by a passing pod of dolphins or a friendly basking shark.

You wouldn’t be blamed for putting your feet up and not leaving all week though! (Pootling up the river by boat for a slow lunch at the ferryboat doesn’t use the car so we are not classing that as ‘leaving’).

Please note Lorelei is at Calamansack, not to be confused with the 50 acre private estate Calamansac which is in Port Navas.

Reviews

Anon - September 2024

It’s a fantastic setting and we particularly like swimming in the creek at the bottom of the garden. We have been 8 times in 11 years but I am not sure we will go again as the price has increased by 50% since 2022.
Anon - July 2024

Superb setting and lovely kitchen/living room. The balcony overlooking the river was a highlight.
Anon - April 2022

Beautiful location and great house

Response

We're delighted to read your kind five-star review of your stay at Lorelei on the Helford River. We quite agree that the location is beautiful and are pleased you enjoyed this handsome holiday home. Best wishes from the team at Cornish Holiday Cottage.
Mark Gibson - August 2021

Wonderful setting, comfortable with all the necessary ingredients to make for a highly enjoyable holiday stay.

Response

What a joy to receive a five-star review of your stay at Lorelei, Mark! We're pleased to know that you enjoyed the magical setting and found the property to be comfortable, with everything you needed for a highly enjoyable stay on the Helford River. Sending our kind regards from the team at Cornish Holiday Cottages.
Anon - September 2020

Splendid house in wonderful position. Good facilities & comfortable.
Dr Clarke - September 2020

We have now stayed there 6 times. Lovely house in great spot with access to helford estuary from garden
Anon - January 2020

Beautiful!

Response

Agreed! Thank you so much for taking the time to review Lorelei, from all of us at Cornish Holiday Cottages

Notes

Arrival from 4pm
Departure by 10am
Bed linen included
One bath and hand towel, per person, provided.
Tea towels provided.
Oil fired central heating and electricity inclusive.
Telephone for inbound calls only.
Mobile signal – variable.
Complimentary Wi-Fi provided via a fibre-optic connection.
No smoking.
BBQ provided.
£200 security deposit – only chargeable for damages (which will be discussed with you in advance of processing the charge).

Pets
Up to two well-behaved dogs at £30 each per week.

Vehicular access
Please note that the final part of the driveway is not suitable for low slung cars.

Water Supply

Please note that the water at Lorelei is supplied from a borehole that is inspected and certificated by Cornwall Council. We follow the council’s guidelines for boreholes in that it is recommended that anyone who is pregnant and/ or immune suppressed should drink bottled water.

Nursery
Travel cot and highchair available upon request. Please book at least one week in advance of arrival.

Boats
Please contact Sailaway St Anthony or Helford River Boats for boat/kayak/SUP hire.

Zip & Link bed: this bed will be made up as a super-king unless you have requested otherwise. Please email your bed requirements to info@cornishholidaycottages.net at least ten days before your arrival.