Local Area Information

 

Just a Few Suggestions – All Within Easy Reach!

(Most without even getting in your car!)

1. The Ferryboat Inn (Helford Passage)

  • Recently refurbished under new ownership.
  • Enjoy riverside views and watch the activity on the river, including sailing, paddle boarding, and swimming.
  • Or simply relax on the beach with a drink in hand!
  • Website: The Ferryboat Inn

2. Helford River Boats (Helford Passage)

  • Boat hire, paddle board hire, moorings, tide times, and ferry timetable.
  • Take the passenger ferry across the river (10 minutes) to visit the picturesque Helford village and its waterside pub, The Shipwright Arms.
  • Or, continue your coastal walk to Frenchman's Creek.
  • Website: Helford River Boats

3. Trebah Gardens

  • Just a short walk from Seashells Cottage.
  • A must-visit garden with summer performances and a stunning tropical landscape.
  • Walk down to the famous beach where soldiers left for the Normandy landings in World War II.
  • Trebah’s secluded beach, Polgwidden Cove, is the perfect spot to relax, with the boathouse beach café offering delicious refreshments, including Roskilly’s ice cream (March-October, weather permitting).
  • Website: Trebah Gardens

4. Glendurgan National Trust Garden

  • Known for its famous maze, located next to Trebah Gardens.
  • A lovely spot to explore and within walking distance from Seashells Cottage.
  • Website: Glendurgan National Trust Garden

5. Golf & Spa at Budock Vean Hotel

  • Only a 15-minute walk from Seashells Cottage.
  • Enjoy a round of golf or indulge in a relaxing spa experience.
  • Website: Budock Vean Golf & Spa

6. South West Coastal Path

  • The famous South West Coastal Path is literally on your doorstep.
  • Enjoy stunning coastal views and scenic walks right from the cottage.
  • Website: South West Coastal Path

7. The Cove Restaurant (Maenporth)

  • A lovely spot to dine, located near Maenporth Beach.
  • Great food with a relaxing atmosphere.
  • Website: The Cove Restaurant