Long House, Boskensoe Barns

Long House is a ground-floor barn conversion at Boskensoe Barns in Mawnan Smith, a village between Falmouth Bay and the Helford River in south Cornwall. The property is powered by solar electric panels driving an air source heat pump - an eco-conscious setup that also keeps running costs low.

Inside, the two bedrooms include a super-king double (convertible to twin) and a king-size double, both with Smart TVs. The bathroom has a Jacuzzi bath and a separate walk-in shower. The open-plan living area combines kitchen, dining, and sitting space around a wood burner. Three Smart TVs, a Blu-ray player, and built-in music streaming round out the entertainment options.

Outside, a private patio leads to shared lawned gardens with a gas barbecue. The hot tub is a draw in cooler months, and a 50m x 50m enclosed dog exercise area gives two-legged and four-legged guests space to stretch. Two EV charging points serve the wider Boskensoe Barns complex, and off-road parking fits two cars. Maenporth Beach - a sheltered, south-facing sandy cove with a cafe - is 1.3 miles away. Helford Passage Beach, with its foot ferry and the Ferryboat Inn, is 1.7 miles.

Mawnan Smith has the Red Lion pub and a village store within walking distance. Trebah and Glendurgan gardens are both in the parish, and the coast path connects Maenporth to Helford Passage through some of Cornwall's most lush coastal scenery. Falmouth is a short drive east.

Nearby: Maenporth Beach (1.3 miles) and Helford Passage Beach (1.7 miles). See our Mawnan Smith guide for more beaches and walks in the area.

**Best for:** dog owners wanting extra space for their pet, thanks to the 50m x 50m enclosed dog exercise area, alongside a private hot tub and wood burner for cooler evenings. **Less good for:** groups wanting more than one bathroom, as the two bedrooms sleeping four share a single bathroom with Jacuzzi bath and separate shower.