Ian, staying at The Coach House
Bonnie at Bonython. Our dog on a visit to one of the many gardens.
Ian, Alison and Bonnie
The Coach House
Helford River
- Sleeps: 6
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Pets: welcome
- Dishwasher
- Garden
- Parking
- Patio
- TV
- WiFi
Summary
Hidden amidst the sprawling gardens and orchards of a country estate, this former coach house has been reimagined into a stunning contemporary holiday home, from where rambling walks through rolling pasture carry you towards the gleaming shorelines of the Helford River. As you pass the gatehouse and make your way down the treelined driveway towards the Trerose Estate, and as The Coach House reveals itself through trees, it’s difficult not to feel as though you’re on the cusp of a real adventure.
Enchanting since the moment it was built from local stone in 1904, recent renovations have transformed The Coach House into a place for people to congregate and revel in their surroundings. Contemporary details such as floor-to-ceiling bifold doors in the kitchen bring light and nature into the property, while upstairs the three bedrooms offer warming spaces to retire to seeped in comfort and character. Keep windows ajar as you rest, and be serenaded by the drifting lilt of birdsong over the trees.
Ten acres of lush manor gardens encompass you and the grounds allow you to travel the world through a collection of rare and unusual flora. Children and grown-ups will relish the opportunity to live like lords and ladies of the manor, exploring the ins and outs of this unique estate.
The coastline of the Helford River is within easy reach, with year-round dog-friendly beaches and winding walks for all to enjoy. Much of the land close by is maintained under the watchful eye of the National Trust, allowing the Helford to remain one of the most alluring and unspoilt corners of Cornwall.
A short walk from the cottage brings you to where rolling meadows and ancient woods meet the sea at Porthallack Cove. On a starlit night, as the tide reaches its highest point, it is not uncommon for the water to shimmer along the shoreline with phosphorescence – an experience like no other that will stay with you long after you return home.
Particulars
Entrance hall
(Approx. twenty metres from the parking area). Door opens to hallway, cloakroom and
Study area
with desk, light and sofa.
Ground floor shower room
with wc, basin and shower cubicle.
Sitting room
two large, comfortable sofas, electric focal point fire, Smart TV, DVD player, radio/CD player, table and chairs for four plus ambient lighting. Glazed door opening onto patio area.
Kitchen and Dining Room
Simply stunning with floor to ceiling, glazed patio, concertina doors, that fully open so you can bring your magical surroundings in. A vast room with solid wood, painted kitchen units, large dining table and eight chairs, plus sofa. The kitchen is generously equipped with two under counter fridges, two ovens and a grill, a four ring electric hob, a BOSE radio/cd player and a dishwasher. One step down, leading to the utility room.
Utility room
with sink, granite worktop, slate floor, larder freezer, washing machine and tumble dryer. Plenty of room for hanging wetsuits, wellies etc. Door to patio and garden.
Stairs to first floor
leading up from the study/hall.
Master bedroom
with super-king (6ft) bed, bedside tables, lamps, built-in clothes storage and door to
En-suite bathroom
with wc, basin and shower.
Double bedroom
with king size (5ft) bed, bedside tables, lamps and built-in clothes storage. Juliette balcony and glazing providing a wonderful vista over the garden and orchard.
Bathroom
with bath, shower over, wc, basin and velux window.
Bunk bedroom
two (3ft) beds, reading lights, built-in wardrobe and chest of drawers.
Upper landing/hall
Generous cupboards and comfy day bed, which pulls out to form a large double.
Parking
for up to three vehicles, plus space for kayaks or similar to be stored.
Garden
Guests are free to roam in most of the ten acres, but there is also a substantial lawn area adjacent to the cottage for guests sole use. The garden immediately surrounding the house is for the owners only. Bob the friendly estate manager will show you around on arrival.
Location and Surrounding Area
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A dream for garden and nature lovers, the unique grounds at The Coach House are complemented by its proximity to the gardens of Trebah and Glendurgan, a pair of subtropical paradises ideal for not only the horticulturalists among us to explore and enjoy.
Walks to year-round dog-friendly beaches at Grebe and Porthallack are just at the end of the garden, and adventure can be found at every turn within the beautiful Carlidnack woods, which is stunningly carpeted in bluebells in spring. Dogs will simply love nearby Bosveal Meadow, too, and so will you, as it rises above the water and offers commanding views out to sea.
Walk the coastal path towards the waterside hamlet of Durgan, with its seasonal ice cream parlour. From here you can meander through woodlands to Glendurgan Garden. The South West Coast Path here undulates into little coves and beaches – perfect for cooling off with a refreshing dip in the sea. The waters of the Helford River are listed grade-A, and swimming here is a truly revitalising experience.
Your closest village, Mawnan Smith, has a few shops, a café, a restaurant, and a traditional thatched inn. Just a short drive away is Falmouth, renowned for great food and drink, along with cultural highlights such as the International Sea Shanty Festival, the Fal Oyster Festival, and a number of art galleries and music venues.
If the thrill of being on the water draws you to Cornwall, then self-drive boats – ideal for exploring all the creeks and quays of the river – can be hired from Helford Passage. For boat journeys with a captain, passenger ferries departing from Falmouth take you across the River Fal to St Mawes and the Roseland Peninsula, or up river to Truro.
Reviews
Anon
- September 2024
Coach House in need of some TLC
Response
Thank you so much for sharing your feedback with us. We have inspected The Coach House recently and proposed a refurbishment/redecoration plan which is already underway. We hope you will be back to stay with us again. Best wishes, Lizzi and the Team at CHC
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Arrival/Departure Dates
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Selected Dates
Notes
Arrival from 4pm.
Departure by 10am.
Beds made up for arrival.
Tea towels provided.
Bath towels provided, please bring beach towels.
Heating inclusive.
Electricity inclusive.
Telephone, honesty box.
Mobile signal – good.
Complimentary Wi-Fi provided.
No smoking.
£200 security deposit – only chargeable for damages (which will be discussed with you in advance of processing the charge).
Pets: one well behaved dog welcome at £30 per week, with expressed permission of the owner. No dogs under 1 year of age.
Number of guests: should two families want to share The Coach House, then there is a pull out double bed in the upstairs dressing area. If the extra two children do not want to share a bed, then there is a sofa bed in the study area on the ground floor.
A stairgate is fitted at the bottom of the stairs to prevent access to dogs and mobile toddlers.
Memory Wall
Ian, staying at The Coach House
One of our neighbours popping by to say hello.
Ian, Alison and Bonnie