Springfield Cottage, Helston offers a delightful reverse-level retreat where contemporary comfort meets traditional Cornish charm. The well-appointed kitchen upstairs features an electric oven and hob, fridge, freezer, dishwasher, microwave, and washer / dryer, ensuring everything you need for a self-catering stay. The luminous open-plan living area boasts vaulted ceilings and a charming Juliet balcony, creating an airy sanctuary where you can gather on the cosy sofa and comfortable armchairs.
Step onto the gravelled area at the front catches the morning sun, and is perfect for enjoying a coffee in the two fold-up chairs provided. Downstairs, discover two thoughtfully designed bedrooms and a family bathroom with shower over bath. The rear super-king-size bedroom provides ample storage and promises restful nights, while the front bedroom features delightful bunk beds with a double below and single above – ideal for children who might need to flip a coin for the coveted lower bed! The Smart TV and DVD player in the lounge ensure cosy evenings after your Cornish adventures.
Picture yourself brewing morning coffee in your contemporary kitchen, then stepping onto the Juliet balcony to breathe in the fresh Cornish air. Spend lazy afternoons in the sunny front area, watching the world go by, before exploring the nearby boating lake and play park just across the road for delightful picnics on the grass.
Springfield Cottage, Helston is perfectly positioned to explore Cornwall's treasures and coastal wonders. The Museum of Cornish Life in Helston (1 km) showcases three floors of captivating exhibits in historic Market Buildings, offering fascinating insights into local culture and traditional Cornish heritage. Poldark Mine & The Cornish National Heritage Collection in Trenear (6 km) provides extraordinary underground tours revealing Cornwall's rich mining heritage through atmospheric tunnels and engaging displays that bring history to life. Adventure seekers will love The Great Flat Lode Trail in Treskillard (14 km), a scenic circular route perfect for walking and cycling, featuring stunning countryside views and historical engine houses. Paradise Wildlife Sanctuary in Hayle (16 km) delights families with over 1,200 animals, interactive exhibits, and an exciting indoor play centre perfect for rainy days.
Further afield, discover Healeys Cornish Cyder Farm in Penhallow, a 35-kilometre drive away, where this family-run business has been crafting traditional Cornish cyder since 1986, offering guided tours through their working farm, vintage tractor rides for children, and tastings of award-winning apple-based products including their famous Rattler cyder. Explore PK Porthcurno museum (36 km), housed in underground tunnels where vital wartime communications once operated, showcasing global communications history with hands-on exhibits and educational programmes that bring the story of international telegraphy to life. Alternatively, visit the beautifully preserved St Mawes Castle, 36 kilometres away, built by Henry VIII in the 1540s with its unique clover-leaf design and commanding panoramic views across the Carrick Roads estuary.
The historic mining town of Camborne, just 15 kilometres from your base, offers rich heritage and fascinating stories from Cornwall's golden age of tin and copper mining, including the world's largest statue of mining engineer Richard Trevithick, inventor of the high-pressure steam engine. Meanwhile, the characterful seaside town of Penzance (21 km) beckons with its subtropical Morrab Gardens, excellent restaurants serving fresh Cornish seafood, charming independent galleries, bustling farmers' markets, and proximity to Cornwall's finest golden beaches including the magnificent Mount's Bay. Each destination promises unique discoveries and memorable experiences for the whole family, from industrial heritage to culinary delights.
