Guests say
Headlands Hideaway is a beautifully presented cottage in Helston, praised for its immaculate cleanliness, stunning sea views, and peaceful location near the coast and village. Guests highlight the well-equipped, stylish interior and the comfort of the main bed, as well as the dog-friendly enclosed garden. The property offers immediate access to scenic walks and local attractions, with friendly hosts and a welcoming atmosphere. Minor points raised include less comfortable single beds and occasional internet issues, but overall, guests thoroughly enjoyed their stays and would happily return.
Multiple reviews describe the cottage as immaculate, spotless, and clean, with no evidence of pet odours or hair despite being dog-friendly. No negative comments were made about cleanliness.
The location is consistently praised for its idyllic, peaceful setting with panoramic sea views, proximity to the coastal path, village, and local attractions. Guests loved the immediate access to walks and the beautiful scenery.
The main bed and sofa are described as extremely comfortable, but a few guests noted the single beds were less so, particularly for adults. Overall, comfort is rated highly with only minor reservations.
Guests found the cottage well-equipped, modern, and finished to a high standard, with special mentions for the kitchen and wine cooler. The only negative was occasional frustration with the internet connection.
Several guests appreciated the welcome pack and attentive hosts, though it should be noted that such gifts are not guaranteed for all stays. The property is also praised for being dog-friendly and providing a secure garden.
About this property
Just two minutes from the famous South West Coastal Path, this property has everything needed for a lovely break. Refurbished to a high standard in 2024 with stunning sea views and walking distance to the beach..
Ground Floor:
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet
First Floor:
Living room: Smart TV
Kitchen/dining room: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Wine Cooler, Dishwasher, Coffee Machine, Washing Machine.
Central heating (underfloor upstairs), electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Welcome pack. External utility room with washing machine and tumble dryer (shared with other properties on-site). Garden with patio. Electric vehicle charging point available on request, at cost. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking.. The property was refurbish and redesigned in 2024 to maximise the stunning views from the property. It now has the top floor as an open plan living and dinning area maximising views from both sides of the property.
Upstairs is the new the living area including a modern new kitchen with modern appliances including induction hob, oven, fridge, separate wine cooler, combination microwave/air fryer/grill. The dinning table over looks the bay. There is also a comfortable lounge area with TV and Playstation to relax in. Downstairs is a master bedroom with kingsized bed, a smaller twin bedroom and a stylish bathroom.
This is a perfect base to explore the surrounding area. Located on the beautiful south Cornish coast on Chynhall’s Point, it is a 5-minute walk from the famous South West Coastal path and a minute’s walk to Porthbeer Beach or an 8-minute walk to Mears Beach. The property overlooks the headland with fantastic views from the dining room. Downstairs you can access the private garden from the back bedroom, a great place to chill and relax.
Just a little further down the hill is the old Headlands Hotel, the laundry room is on the ground floor, together with a small library, if you want to book out the tennis courts (no charge), fill out the book in the hallway. The Headlands communal gardens are for you to enjoy and have fabulous views. There are benches and grass spaces to have a picnic overlooking the spectacular sea and stunning coastline. You can easily walk into Coverack, a small, picturesque fishing village with a stunning beach and beautiful harbour, there is a pub and a fish and chip shop and is in an area for water sports, windsurfing, sailing, and diving.
If you want to venture further from Coverack, just under 12 miles away is the nearest town. Helston is a small market town known for its famous Furry Dance held in May, you can explore the museum, walk around the local shops, or visit the Cornish Seal Sanctuary where rescued seals are nursed back to health. For family fun spend a day at Flambards theme park, there is something for all ages and some of it is under cover if the weather is bad. If you are a keen gardener why not visit some of our beautiful estates, such as Bonython, Trebah and The Lost Gardens of Heligan? Beach ¼ mile. Pub and restaurant ½ mile.
Free WiFi
Suitable for up to 1 pet
Nearby points of interest
- Kynance Cove
Reviews (13)
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Charles Walker
Beautiful cottage in a beautiful location. Really enjoyed our stay.
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Richard Parker
a comfortable cottage in a truly superb setting with panoramic sea viewsin a lovely location.
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Chris Smith
Superb little cottage, well equipped and great location. Would happily revisit and 100% recommend.