You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Higher Boden Barn Conversion In An Idyllic Rural Setting
The Barn is attached and part of a now non working farm called Higher Boden which comprises of a Grade 11 listed farmhouse, and outbuildings which have been converted into other dwellings. It is located on the Lizard peninsula 2 miles from the Helford River and sea, it is an ideal place for those who just want to get away from it all and also those with active families. The old stone barn has been sensitively converted to accommodate up to 10 people, it is full of simple rustic character and charm. There are plenty of beautiful walks both coastal and inland with beaches very close at hand. The stable block can provide extra space for the kids and has a full size Table Tennis table.We provide Internet Access
Property manager
Jane Bryan
Languages
English
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Internet
Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Car required
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Fireplace
Living room
Wood stove
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Games
Smart TV
Video library
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Garden
Laundry
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Comfort
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a rural location
Near a hospital
Near the bay
Near the marina
Near the sea
Things to do
Arcade/game room
Billiards/pool table
Table tennis
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Sailing nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events are allowed on site
Note from host: Please let us know as we have neighbours
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
We should mention
A car is required for transport to and from this property
Property is also known as
Higher Boden Barn Conversion In An Idyllic Rural Setting Helston
About the area
Helston, Cornwall
What's nearby
The Lizard - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
Trebah Gardens - 27 min drive - 22.3 km
Glendurgan Garden - 27 min drive - 22.5 km
Maenporth Beach - 53 min drive - 40.7 km
Gyllyngvase Beach - 56 min drive - 34.4 km
Getting around
Camborne Station - 36 min drive
Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall) - 89 min drive
Restaurants
Gylly Beach Cafe - 33 min drive
The Three Tuns Hotel - 6 min drive
Maenporth Beach Cafe - 32 min drive
Hooked on the Rocks - 32 min drive
New Yard Restaurant - 18 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Higher Boden Barn Conversion In An Idyllic Rural Setting pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Higher Boden Barn Conversion In An Idyllic Rural Setting?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Higher Boden Barn Conversion In An Idyllic Rural Setting?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Higher Boden Barn Conversion In An Idyllic Rural Setting located?
This family-friendly Helston cottage is located by the sea, within a 5-minute walk of The Lizard and Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Porthallow Beach and Bosahan Cove are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Higher Boden Barn Conversion In An Idyllic Rural Setting Reviews
Reviews
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Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Steve H.
3 July 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Tranquility close to Helford river and beaches.
The perfect getaway in a quiet rural setting. Plenty of safe space for children to play or in our case with a young dog. Very comfortable bedrooms and a well provisioned kitchen. We had a great time.
Steve H.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021
8/10 Good
Cathy P.
20 Oct 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Cornish hideaway
Very warm and comfortable for family and dogs during a wet October week,with plenty to do and in a good position in beautiful countryside.Great,but unobtrusive support from owners ,friendly caretakers and helpful neighbours.Well equipped, sensibly decorated property. Good pubs!
Cathy P.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020
10/10 Excellent
Danny C.
1 Aug 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Magic spot, beautiful house
Fantastic holiday stay
Danny C.
Stayed 21 nights in Jul 2020
10/10 Excellent
richard b.
1 Jan 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely rural hideaway
Fabulous, cosy, homely and well equipped farm house with open fire, log stove and Aga - perfect for our family Christmas get-together (it fitted up 12 with local day visitors). As long as you want to be remote and don't mind not being right on a beach (though not too far!) this is a wonderful choice.
richard b.
10/10 Excellent
Janet G.
13 Nov 2019
Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent hideaway for a relaxing holiday.
Very easy.
Janet G.
8/10 Good
Lucie H.
15 Oct 2019
Liked: Cleanliness
A relaxing getaway
Rented with family to celebrate my 60th birthday.
9 people and 4 dogs.
A few things could have been a little less tatty but overall a cozy large house and owner very obliging and helpful.
Local pubs do amazing food too!
Lucie H.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019
8/10 Good
Nicholas G.
10 Aug 2019
Liked: Cleanliness
A great getaway place
It is down some very narrow roads but persevere and you will get there. The property was as described and very clean. All the basic household stuff was there except dishwasher tablets and make sure you have at least the basics for food because it is a long way to the supermarket! Getting into the house was easy and keeping in contact with the owner was not a problem. The children had plenty of room to run around outside. Beds were comfortable. The only things that could be said against it are that the lighting was of a very low intensity and the table tennis and pool tables in the outhouse were not useable due to the state they were in. 10 people, six adults and four children stayed there and all enjoyed the holiday.
Nicholas G.
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
14 July 2019
Liked: Cleanliness
You've hit the jackpot!
If you book The Barn you will have hit the jackpot! Truly a tremendous place for a family holiday - fabulous accommodation (bags of character, plenty of space and gorgeous bed linen), superb gardens (for lots of running around, a great swing and so much wildlife) and a great rural location close to the river and some wonderful beaches). Squeaky clean too thanks to Gemma and Louie. Go for it - you won't be disappointed.
Verified traveller
2/10 Terrible
natalia o.
6 Feb 2018
Cottage as such was lovely!
Unfortunately post code does not show the location- it was very difficult to find, especially during the night!
Cottage was freezing cold - no radiators in the kitchen, corridor or reception rooms and some bedrooms! Heating was set up as -off during the night ! Aga was broken - the landlord was not helpful at all!
The beds were without bedding!
Only 2 could have shower at any one time!!!
It was very disappointing!
All above could be easily sorted but the land lady didn’t really care!!!
If possible, find somewhere else!!!!
Jo
natalia o.
10/10 Excellent
Gemma B.
25 Sept 2017
Lovely cottage, would 100% recommend!
A lovely cottage in a lovely part of the world. It was really homely and we'll equipped. Plenty of space for everyone to relax. The owner was very helpful and provided information of what to see and do in the local area. Would recommend. Thank you very much, couldn't ask for more.
Gemma B.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2017
8/10 Good
rachael b.
26 Aug 2017
Higher Boden Barn
We have had a great holiday at Higher Boden Barn. It is a very relaxed setting, ideal for our August holiday with different members of our family coming and going over a three-week period. The house is ideally located to discover the charms of the Helford river as well as the great beaches and coastal walks around the Lizard Peninsula.
rachael b.
8/10 Good
Sue B.
13 June 2017
A lovely old farm in an idyllic position
Jane was amazingly flexible to help us attend a family wedding and couldn't have been more helpful in finding a dog sitter for us. The house was warm and comfortable and ideal for grandparents with children and grandchildren. It reminded us of staying in old Breton farms in the past - lots of barns and gardens to enjoy. It's well placed for the beaches, the Helford estuary with gardens and sailing and some great pubs. A great place to relax.
Sue B.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2017
10/10 Excellent
Geraldine R.
15 Apr 2017
Stunning barn in a great location
Would recommend this property to any family or group of friends. It is in a great location and the house and its contents are just perfect. Sarah the owner was a gem answered every question I had promptly . As two families of four (teenagers) it was a perfect week .
Geraldine R.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2017
10/10 Excellent
Jane B.
11 Apr 2017
Perfect retreat for the family
We could not have had a better week .The house was perfect for our needs , well equipped , clean and comfortable . The Lizard is at its best at this time of year so pretty with bluebells and blossom . We cycled , swam and sunbathed all in all a perfect break .
Jane B.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2017
10/10 Excellent
Benjamin B.
24 Sept 2016
Beautiful and peaceful stay.
Myself and the family arrived at higher boden barn and instantly loved it! It has a real cosy authentic feel, and has lots of room for the kids to run about outside, without the worry of them getting lost or into any mischief. Their is plenty of seating in and around the house, which is nice if you want to relax and unwind after a busy day. We loved the ping pong and pool table situated in the outside barn as this generated a family holiday tournament. The only thing that I can highlight as essential is a car, we did need to drive each day to either a beach or shop, but all good beaches are within a hours drive, and the local supermarket is about 20 minutes away, but this wasn't a problem.
Overall a lovely place, and would definitely stay again.
Benjamin B.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2016
10/10 Excellent
Jacqui B.
10 July 2016
Absolutely brilliant
The barn is an amazing place. It is so peaceful. The house was lovely and warm, clean and cosy. It had everything you could need and want, it felt like a home away from home. The table tennis and pool tables were a big hit and were well used. I would not hesitate to recommend the barn to friends and family and would definitely stay again next time we are in Cornwall. Thanks
Jacqui B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2016
10/10 Excellent
Claudia M.
1 Aug 2017
ruhiges Ferienhaus im Landhausstil
Wir haben 10 Tage mit 2 Familien in The Barn verbracht und wir haben jeden Tag genossen. Das Haus ist sehr urig, gemütlich und liebevoll eingerichtet. Die Lage ist etwas abgelegen und sehr ruhig. Mit dem Auto lassen sich aber viele schöne Strände und Ausflugsziele erreichen. Wer gerne zu Fuß unterwegs ist hat ebenfalls viele Möglichkeiten, die auch von der Vermieterin vorab mitgeteilt werden. Wir hatten einen rund um schönen Urlaub. Sehr empfehlenswert!