Old Mill Cottage

Old Mill Cottage sits in the village of Gweek, at the head of the Helford River, sleeping 2 in a super-king bedroom with underfloor heating throughout. French doors from the sitting room open directly onto a private paved patio furnished for outdoor dining. The Cornish Seal Sanctuary - which rescues and rehabilitates grey and common seals - is under half a mile away at the quay.

The Helford Passage beach is 6km by road, with the sheltered estuary providing conditions for kayaking and sailing between April and October. Gunwalloe Church Cove is 7.2km and Ponsence Cove 7.3km for those wanting open sand. Gweek village has a pub and a boat yard; Helston, with a full supermarket, is around 5km.

The cottage has Wi-Fi, parking for one vehicle, a dishwasher, and a washing machine. Up to 2 dogs are welcome, making it a practical base for dog-friendly walking along the estuary footpaths.

Good for couples wanting a quiet, countryside base with easy access to the Lizard's western coastline. Works well for dog owners who want estuary and woodland walks from the door rather than beach access. Less good for guests travelling without a car, as Gweek village facilities are limited. Rated 4.3 from 13 reviews.