Trevone

Nestled on a quiet lane, Trevone makes it easy to slip into holiday mode with plenty of natural light and gorgeous garden vistas. Step inside the welcoming hallway featuring an original decorative wall panel, a hint of the home’s history. The heart of this home is the artwork that hangs on the walls, colourful woodblock prints, and expressive abstract paintings, whilst retro and artisan ceramics adorn the shelves.

Along the hallway, Scandinavian-inspired bedrooms invite the morning sun. Three comfortable rooms – the main bedroom and a larger twin room feature views over the garden, with verdant green, hills in the background. The second cosier twin room looks out onto the front terrace, flower bed and driveway. Morning visits to the general store will feature fresh baked goods, local meats, cheeses and other essentials. In the coastal blue and oak kitchen, prepare your morning brew in the cafetière and pour over your holiday read before you start your day. The large open-plan living area, with its French doors opening onto a sunny deck, offers panoramic views of lush green fields. In the mornings, the cows graze idly in the distance. The mature garden, home to fruit trees and pastel blue hydrangeas provides a delightful space for relaxation.

The grassy garden, fully enclosed is ideal for playing games and soaking up the sun on the deck with cool drinks in the afternoon. As evening falls, snuggle up on the sofa in front of the fire with a warm cocoa and a game of Monopoly, creating precious holiday memories that will last a lifetime.

The heart of Mawnan Village, the Red Lion pub, is popular among locals and visitors alike for good ales and standard pub fodder, keep an eye out for their lively quiz night. A charity shop, café and hair salon fill the local square. The quiet Porth Saxon Beach is not far from your doorstep, a leisurely 30-minute walk takes you through the village and through the magical Carwinion Woods. Skim stones and paddle in clear waters. Helford Passage and the hamlet of Port Navas offer two not to be missed foodie spots, with calamari and Budddha bowls at The Ferryboat Inn and a fragrant fish plate at the Port Navas Yacht Club.

Trevone is a stone’s throw from some of Cornwall’s most magnificent gardens, including Trebah Garden and Glendurgan Garden. Four miles of footpaths wind through Trebah’s exotic landscapes, transporting you to sunnier climes. With its own beach and countless magical corners, this garden is a haven for exploration. At Glendurgan, lose yourself in the cherry laurel maze and marvel at the many horticultural specimens set among wildflower meadows. For a touch of adventure, embark on a Helford river cruise and experience the area that inspired Daphne du Maurier’s Frenchman’s Creek. At Trevone, you are sure for an authentic Cornish retreat in the charming village of Mawnan Smith.