Post Box Cottage, a property with a garden, is situated in Helston, 26 km from Lizard Lighthouse & Heritage Centre, 32 km from Minack Theatre, as well as 44 km from Newquay Train Station. The property is around 19 km from Tate St Ives, 25 km from The Lizard and Kynance Cove and 26 km from Lizard Point. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and St Michael's Mount is 11 km away. The holiday home has 2 bedrooms, a TV, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a microwave, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom with a shower. There is also a seating area and a fireplace. Guests at the holiday home will be able to enjoy activities in and around Helston, like golfing, cycling and fishing. Pendennis Castle is 33 km from Post Box Cottage, while Trelissick Garden is 36 km from the property. Land's End Airport is 30 km away.

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Sykes
Hotel chain/brand

Property highlights

FREE parking!


Availability

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
2.5
Facilities
2.5
Cleanliness
3.8
Comfort
5.0
Value for money
2.5
Location
6.3
Low score for Helston

Quality rating

This property is rated 4 out of 5 as compared to other homes and apartments on our site. The rating is based on overall quality using factors such as review score, facilities, size, location and service.

Managed by Sykes Holiday Cottages

Company review score: 9.1Based on 84,000 reviews from 21038 properties
21038 managed properties

Company information

Sykes Holiday Cottages is an independent holiday cottage rental agency, with the finest selection of holidays across the UK and Ireland. Whether it’s a family-friendly holiday, a pet-friendly holiday or an activity and adventure-filled holiday, find your ideal UK break with Sykes Holiday Cottages. Our sister brands include Abersoch Quality Homes, Best of Suffolk, Carbis Bay Holidays, Character Cottages, Coast and Country Cottages, Coast and Country Holidays, Cornish Cottage Holidays, Dream Cottages, Heart of the Lakes, Helpful Holidays, Hideaways, Hogans Irish Cottages, John Bray, Lakes Cottage Holidays, Lake District Lodge Holidays, Lakelovers, Manor Cottages, Menai Holidays, Northumbria Coast & Country, Welsh Coast and Country Cottages and Yorkshire Coastal Cottages, and our family extends as far as Bachcare in New Zealand.

Property information

The living areas in this holiday home consist of a kitchen/diner equipped with electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer and washing machine and dining seating for four, there is also a sitting room with woodburning stove and TV. The bedrooms consist of two doubles serviced by a bathroom. Outside there is roadside parking available, a front garden with furniture and an enclosed, rear garden with furniture. Within 2 miles there is a shop and pub. Highchair, travel cot and stairgate available on request. One well-behaved dog welcome, but sorry, no smoking. Fuel, power, starter for woodburning stove, bed linen and towels are all included in the price. Explore Cornwall from Post Box Cottage. Note: The stairs are quite narrow and there is a low ceiling, please take care. Note: One of the double bedrooms can only be accessed from one side. Note: A second dog can be allowed upon prior request with the owner.

Neighbourhood information

Praze a Beeble, a little village nestled in the countryside between Camborne and Helston, is known for its warm welcome and strong feeling of community. Praze (as it is known locally) contains everything you could possibly need, including a traditional Cornish pub, a Post Office, a village shop, a bakery, fish & chips, and a garage. Many community events, especially those geared toward families, take place on the village green throughout the year. The sandy beaches of Portreath, Gwithian, and Hayle are only a short drive away, and the Clowance Estate country club with vacation cabins offers a 9-hole golf course, various leisure activities, and nice lakeside and woodland walks just outside the settlement. Nearby Praze a Beeble lies the historic market town of Helston, which is home to a boating lake and has an annual Flora Day. From Helston, it's only a short drive to the charming port of Porthleven.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Post Box Cottage

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
Parking
Free public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Kitchen
  • Children's high chair
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Shower
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Fireplace
  • Seating Area
Media & Technology
  • TV
Room Amenities
  • Heating
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Outdoors
  • Garden
Activities
  • Beach
  • Cycling
  • Fishing
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
Miscellaneous
  • Non-smoking throughout
Safety & security
  • Carbon monoxide detector
Languages spoken
  • English

House rules
Post Box Cottage takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 15:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Cards accepted at this property
VisaMastercard Cash is not accepted
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

FAQs about Post Box Cottage

  • Post Box Cottage is 3.7 miles from the centre of Helston. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Post Box Cottage has the following number of bedrooms:

    • 2 bedrooms

    For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • Post Box Cottage can accommodate the following group size:

    • 4 guests

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  • Post Box Cottage offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Fishing
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Beach

  • Yes, Post Box Cottage is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • The prices at Post Box Cottage may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Check-in at Post Box Cottage is from 15:00, and check-out is until 10:00.