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Gateway to the scenic Lizard Peninsula and Helford River, Helston is best known as the home of the Floral Dance when the streets are taken over by colourful dancers and the town band. Helston was once a thriving port exporting tin, silver and lead until a shingle bar silted up the River Cober to create The Loe, Cornwall's largest freshwater lake. Broad streets in the town are lined with Victorian and Georgian buildings, not least The Monument, a memorial to Humphrey Millet Grylls who saved the local tin mine in 1830. Look for the “kennels”, water channels flowing down High Street! Follow the Town Trail along Coinagehall Street to find the historic Angel Hotel and the 15th century Blue Anchor Inn, still brewing potent Spingo ale originally enjoyed by the monks.
The town has many festivals, weekly markets in the Corn Exchange, a theatre and golf club. There's a free Helston Folk Museum in the Butter Market (look for the salvaged cannon by the door) with more tales of shipwrecks, smuggling and mining.
Porthleven Beach and Praa Sands offer miles of golden sand and surf while the South West Coast Path is perfect for hikers. The National Trust-owned Penrose Estate also has scenic woodland walks in this Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Fans of the Poldark TV drama can visit the nearby village of Wendron, home of the Poldark Mine, and families will find plenty of thrills at Flambards Theme Park.
Here's our selection of the best holiday homes around Helston...
Longitude 5° W, Porthleven is a stunning architect-designed coastal retreat with breathtaking sea views and contemporary luxury. Enjoy direct beach access, charming harbour walks, and sophisticated modern living in this hillside sanctuary.
Architectural brilliance meets contemporary luxury against the backdrop of Cornwall's wild beauty
Dowr Penty, Helford is a charming 3-bedroom cottage in a historic riverside village. Enjoy wooden beams, a cosy wood burner, and tranquil creek-side gardens beside flowing water, perfect for authentic Cornish family getaways and relaxation.
Discover riverside tranquillity in this authentic Cornish cottage retreat
12 Bay View, Porthleven is a stylish 3-bedroom Victorian cottage with stunning harbour views. Enjoy cosy interiors, window seat, private patio, and easy access to Cornwall's finest beaches, restaurants, and coastal attractions – perfect for families.
Experience authentic harbour life in a stylish Victorian cottage with sea views
Roseland Barn, Trenear is a beautifully converted spacious barn in West Cornwall's heart. Enjoy modern comforts, enclosed gardens, and easy access to stunning beaches and coastal attractions for truly unforgettable family holidays and memories.
Discover Cornish countryside charm with modern comfort and coastal adventures
Leven Lodge, Porthleven is a stylish single-storey retreat in the heart of this renowned foodie harbour town. Enjoy soaring vaulted ceilings, contemporary comforts, and a charming two-level courtyard, perfect for unforgettable coastal adventures.
Discover contemporary coastal living in Porthleven's charming harbour heart
Pendarves, Trescowe is a stunning barn conversion offering open-plan living with breathtaking countryside views. Enjoy modern amenities, a private enclosed garden, and convenient access to Praa Sands beach and Cornwall's most beloved attractions.
Discover rustic elegance with modern comfort in Cornwall's stunning countryside
Crofty, Germoe is a charming converted barn retreat with stunning rural views and modern comforts. Enjoy exposed beams, private enclosed garden, and easy access to Praa Sands' pristine white beaches. Perfect for memorable family escapes.
Experience authentic Cornish charm in a converted barn with countryside tranquillity
The Stables at Glen View, Burncoose is a luxurious four-bedroom barn conversion nestled in the Cornish countryside. Features a bubbling hot tub, games room, and enclosed garden, perfectly positioned for exploring both stunning coasts & attractions.
Discover countryside luxury with hot tub bliss and coastal adventures at your doorstep
Trevallack House, St Keverne is a charming detached four-bedroom property with stunning sea views over the Lizard Peninsula. Enjoy spacious gardens, dual lounges with cosy open fire, and easy access to Cornwall's quieter coastal beaches.
Discover coastal tranquillity with stunning sea views in Cornwall's most peaceful corner
Levant, Germoe is a beautifully converted barn in idyllic rural setting with far-reaching countryside views. Perfect for families seeking countryside tranquillity and authentic charm, yet just 3km from Praa Sands' pristine beaches.
Discover rural tranquillity and coastal adventure in this beautifully converted barn
Bread Barn At Pengelly Farm, Nancegollan is a stylish reverse-level barn conversion on a working Cornish farm. With three elegant bedrooms, wood burner, enclosed garden, and panoramic countryside views, it's ideally situated for exploring Cornwall.
Countryside charm in a reverse-level haven with far-reaching country views
Butter Barn At Pengelly Farm, Nancegollan is a luxurious barn conversion nestled in the Cornish countryside with stylish interiors, bi-fold doors opening to farmland views, and perfect positioning to explore both North and South coast beaches.
Experience countryside tranquillity in this characterful barn haven
Torleven House, Porthleven is a characterful two-bedroom cottage combining historic charm with modern comfort. Featuring original stonework, arched windows, and a delightful garden, it's perfectly positioned to explore Cornwall's dramatic coastline.
A historic haven where period charm meets coastal comfort
Serenity, Praa Sands is a sophisticated first-floor apartment with stunning sea views, offering two luxurious bedrooms & a south-facing balcony. Just steps from golden sands & crystal waters, it's perfect for families seeking a luxury coastal break.
Experience refined coastal living in a sophisticated apartment with stunning sea views
Uplands, Praa Sands is a stunning beachside villa with spectacular sea views, featuring cosy wood burners and direct beach access. This stylish three-bedroom retreat offers the perfect blend of comfort and coastal living for families and friends.
A lovely villa where panoramic sea views and beach access create the perfect Cornish escape
Drift Cottage, Porthleven is a charming two-bedroom coastal haven with spectacular sea views and contemporary interiors. Just steps from the beach and moments from the harbour, it's perfect for couples and families seeking a stylish seaside escape.
A coastal haven where modern comfort blends with seaside charm
White Rose Barn, Lezerea is a luxuriously renovated three-bedroom barn conversion where contemporary comfort meets rustic charm. Featuring vaulted ceilings, a hot tub & thoughtfully designed outdoor spaces, it’s perfect for memorable Cornish escapes.
A beautifully converted barn where modern luxury meets traditional Cornish charm
Trenoweth Villa, The Lizard is a captivating three-bedroom coastal haven with spectacular sea views, combining traditional charm with modern comfort. Enjoy the enclosed garden, cosy interiors & prime location near Cornwall's most beautiful beaches.
Cornish villa where sea views and village charm create unforgettable moments
Trevarrow Cottage, Coverack is a charming thatched cottage just steps from the water's edge, offering spectacular sea views, two sitting rooms with wood-burning stove, and split-level accommodation perfect for families seeking a Cornish escape.
Experience the magic of beachfront living in this characterful thatched cottage
Little Cottage, Praa Sands is a palatial four-bedroom beachfront retreat with stunning ocean views, sleek interiors, hot tub, and direct beach access, making it perfect for families and friends seeking an unforgettable Cornish coastal escape.
Bask in coastal luxury where award-winning design meets Cornwall's stunning shoreline
Beachside Beauty, Praa Sands is a deluxe 3-bedroom holiday home with a cosy living area and spacious patio, close to Praa Sands Beach. Ideal for families exploring Cornwall's coast, it's nestled between Penzance and Helston, offering seaside charm.
A stunning home with modern amenities and a spacious patio, ideal for exploring Cornwall's attractions
Atlantic Point, Porthleven is a stunning 4-bedroom home with an expansive terrace boasting sea views. Perfect for families, it's close to local attractions & the harbour. Enjoy the town's growing art scene, excellent restaurants, and nearby beaches.
A stunning holiday home with expansive terrace, offering breathtaking sea views, near Cornish attractions
Prospect House, Coverack is a charming three-bedroom holiday home with sea views, tasteful furnishings, and a private garden, perfect for family getaways or romantic escapes. Close to the beach, it offers direct access to the South West Coast Path.
A charming and cosy holiday home near Coverack Beach with modern amenities and stunning sea views
Nanplough Country House, Mullion is a deluxe 6-bedroom estate in Cornwall with a heated outdoor pool and extensive private grounds featuring stylish interiors and woodland walks, all within reach of stunning coves and beaches on the Lizard Peninsula.
Luxury and comfort meet in this stunning Cornish retreat, perfect for family adventures and relaxation