Reviews For Helford Holiday cottage - Property 5922

Holiday Rental Location: World, Europe, United Kingdom, England, West Country, Cornwall, West Cornwall, Helford
Helford River - 16c Cottage Private Water Frontage, Dinghy & Fantastic View
Helford River - 16c Cottage Private Water Frontage, Dinghy & Fantastic View
A well-appointed and detached property on the Helford River sleeps 6 persons
Rock Cottage is unique, over 500 years old, and a traditional Cornish property standing alone on the Mawgan Creek of the Helford River in an AONB. Its large private garden, exclusive view, and water ...
 5/5

Rock Cottage
Lucy, Ealing   Ealing, London.
Date Submitted: August 31, 2009   Date of Stay: August 2009
We have been to Rock Cottage a couple of times and it is always a pleasure. It is spotlessly clean and usefull items such as towels and gowns are provided cutting down what to pack conciderably. There is a lot to see and explore in the local area, we went horse riding, Praa sands for boogie boarding and also it is an easy drive to the Minack Theatre, Mouse hole and St Ives. I would recomend this cottage whole heartidly.

Recommended for: Age 55+, Families with Young Children

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 5/5

Rock Cottage - True Escapism & Tranquility
Anneka T   London, UK.
Date Submitted: June 30, 2009   Date of Stay: June 2009
Fabulous find! I have been to Cornwall every year since birth and always stayed at St Ives.
Recently I fell up the Helford Estuary, a much underated part of Cornwall. Very different to the beach areas. Very green, lush, stunning views, quiet winding country lanes, tropical gardens, steams and wildlife. WOW! Just as if not more beautiful than the tourist parts. I decided this year that I wanted to stay in a creek cottage and came across Rock Cottage.
The views at Rock Cottage were just what I was looking for. You are teetering on the end corner of a small side creek off the Helford Estuary. The garden is flat at the top so plenty of flat areas...it then steeply slopes down to the jetty where the boat is moored. There is a lovely secret bench in the garden which captures the morning sun perfectly.
When I arrived, I just stood there in a trance, as there was no noise, no fligt path, nothing!! Coming from London it was a weird sensation not to hear noise as you can always hear something in London.
The cottage was simply exquisite, old and quaint - just what I want when I am in Cornwall. Who wants a modern flat when you can live like they did hundreds of years back!
Linda exceeded herself as her cleanliness is out of this world. Also, there was every appliance needed. We had a dishwasher, barbecue equipment for the barbie and even sugar, salt, kitchen rolls, everything! all the plates, cups, tee towels, linen, bath towels were all clean and waiting. So were bath robes. The master bedroom smelt wonderful - very clean. I stared for ages out of the window at the views!!!
One small draw back - the garden is a little on the shady side, but really not a major issue for us. Also, I had to save up for this week, as it cost a little more than my usual Cornish holidays. Please be aware that there is only one bathroom downstairs, so you have to run down at night to the loo! lol
However, my 2 year old didn't even venture down the hill, so no worries there. The boat was great and all the instructions clearly left for us.
I honestly hand on heart will return to this cottage.
Some other people mentioned noise from the road. If you call one car every 15 min as noise then they must be living in a field somewhere. There was no noise problems.
This holiday was very special for me. Thankyou Linda for making such a week special and PLEASE contact me if you ever decide to sell, as I will buy Rock Cottage off you at a drop of a hat!
Anneka x

Recommended for: Age 55+, Families with Young Children, Pet-friendly, Girls Getaway, Sightseeing, Romantic Getaway, Adventure Seekers

Owners Response: Anneka - thank you so much for your review. I am so pleased that your holiday was a great success and a very enjoyable time. We look forward to seeing you again in this very special and magical part of Cornwall.
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 5/5

You will not be disappointed
Krispen   Dartmouth, Devon, England.
Date Submitted: June 21, 2009   Date of Stay: June 2009
Rock Cottage is 'idyllic' if you are looking for a comfy, well appointed cottage retreat giving peace and quiet, a fabulous view to wake up to, abundant wildlife in the garden (quite steep in parts) that runs down to the beautiful creekside. An enchanting corner of the world.

The owners are lovely and provide those extra, 'homely touches' that show that they care.

The cottage is situated within a 10 minute (slow) walk up to the delightful country pub (The Ship) with warm welcome and good pub food and the Spar, that provides fresh bread and the basic needs. You will discover that the walk back takes only 7 minutes! Traffic on the little country lane is minimal and does not detract from the overall appeal.

The property is very conveniently situated if you are planning to explore the many attractions of the Lizard

The Cottage has already been recommended to our Family and Friends and we are looking forward to returning to this beautiful spot.

Recommended for: Families with Teenagers, Age 55+, Families with Young Children, Girls Getaway, Sightseeing, Romantic Getaway

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 5/5

Location, Location, Location!
N, R, J & E   Wiltshire.
Date Submitted: June 09, 2009   Date of Stay: May 2009
Rock Cottage really is the best place for enjoying the river and exploring this lovely area of Cornwall. The photos don't convey just how peaceful and idyllic it is there.

We kayaked daily which was so easy with the jetty and the kids spent hours crabbing. We loved watching the wildlife, including the dusk exodus of the bats!
Oh yes - some days we even left the cottage and visited some of the fabulous nearby beaches, villages, pubs, and attractions!

Linda made us feel so welcome and special - thank you again.

We are looking forward to our next visit.

Recommended for: Families with Teenagers, Age 55+, Families with Young Children, Sightseeing, Romantic Getaway, Adventure Seekers

Owners Response: Wow, I'm lost for words! Thank you ever so much for writing this, and for booking Rock Cottage for next year. We look forward to welcoming you in 2010.
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 5/5

Holiday at Rock Cottage
V & K   Huddersfield.
Date Submitted: May 21, 2009   Date of Stay: May 2009
We had a wonderful 2 week stay & were made to feel very welcome by the owners.
The cottage more than lived up to its description. We found it to be excellently equipped, clean, comfortable & in a beautiful, unique location with stunning views, wildlife aplenty & easy access to the road network for days out.
The local village (a short walk away) was friendly & we were well catered for by the Spar shop & the Ship Inn.
We would have no hesitation in recommending this property to anyone wishing to holiday in the area. Quite the best holiday cottage we have stayed in & we are looking forward to returning.

Recommended for: Families with Teenagers, Age 55+, Families with Young Children, Pet-friendly, Girls Getaway, Sightseeing, Romantic Getaway, Adventure Seekers

Owners Response: Our 20th Review and from guests who thoroughly enjoyed every moment at the cottage and made the most of the village amenities and surrounding area. We look forward to seeing V & K back as they were excellent guests.
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 5/5

Rock Cottage Mawgan
BFB   Wiltshire.
Date Submitted: February 20, 2009   Date of Stay: February 2009
A very cosy cottage beamed cottage uniquely placed on a rock foundation overlooking a magical tidal creek with ever-changing vistas. Take binoculars and have breakfast watching the morning routine outside your window. At night there is utter peace and you will sleep soundly.

The cottage is very well equipped with dishwasher, washing machine, microwave, conventional oven and fridge-freezer. The high-quality furnishings, comfortable beds and supply of books, videos and cds offer everything needed for a relaxing break.

The cottage is also well placed for walks and beaches, and surrounded by good local and farm shops as well as excellent pubs.

But you may not want to go anywhere such is the tranquillity of this spot.

Recommended for: Age 55+, Sightseeing, Romantic Getaway

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 5/5

Rock cottage rocks!
Sophie Alana   Ramsey, Cambs.
Date Submitted: February 16, 2009   Date of Stay: February 2009
With my partner's 30th birthday approaching the pressure was mounting to find that special place to celebrate and relax. I stumbled acoss Rock cottage, after searching the internet for a few days. The pictures looked fantastic and the location ideal and therefore decided to book the cottage for four nights (this was done without Richard viewing any of it). It is now with a degree of smugness that I am now writing this review!
From the moment we arrived, it was clear that I had made a brilliant choice. Having been given the keys from Linda (after following her spot on directions) we easily found the cottage and eagerly passed through the gate. The view of the river and it's surroundings are the first things that grab you and are absolutely outstanding. After gawping for a while, we then entered the house not only to find it in a spic and span condition but also that Linda had provided a cornish cream tea and a box of chocolates as a gift for Richard's birthday!
The cottage is welcoming with all the home comforts you could ask for..a fully equiped kitchen, fire in the lounge, comfy beds as well as several books on the shelves that inform you of local walks and activities - that is if you can drag yourself away from the house!
Although we did get out and do plenty, we equally enjoyed the time in and around the house - whether spotting the many different birds in the garden, noting the ever changing river or fishing off the jetty (although Richard had no luck catching anything!).
In the evening we were able to walk to the local pub/inn where we had a sound dinner and a few drinks before walking back "home".
The location on a whole was convenient for most day trips to the surrounding areas (padstow,falmouth, lizzard pennisular) although there are fantastic walks, views, shops right on the cottage's doorstep.
Before our first night was over we knew that we would return and since we have been home we have been pouring over our pictures and already discussing a revisit. ..that is if it's not all booked up after people like me posting such reviews!
Once again many thanks to Linda and hope to see you and the cottage again (soon!).

Recommended for: Age 55+, Families with Young Children, Sightseeing, Romantic Getaway

Owners Response: This couple truly appreciate what Rock Cottage and its surroundings have to offer. It is also very pleasing to know that these guests wish to return soon and we thank them for taking the time to write this great review. See you again.
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 5/5

The Perfect Holiday
tooners   Cheltenham.
Date Submitted: January 24, 2009   Date of Stay: December 2008
If you want to stay in a cottage which has everything you could need in the most stunning location I have ever had the pleasure to witness then Rock Cottage it must be. Situated in a lovely village within driving distance to all the attractions in Cornwall it couldn't be better located. There is a lovely local pub who welcomed us with open arms, local farm shops who go out of their way to make sure you can get the local catch of the day and a little local store who stock all you need. In fact it seems that everyone (including Linda the owner and the locals) just want to ensure you have a great time. We loved our time at Rock Cottage and have every intention to stay again it was just heavenly.

Recommended for: Families with Teenagers, Age 55+, Families with Young Children, Girls Getaway, Sightseeing, Romantic Getaway, Adventure Seekers

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 5/5

Best view, best birdwatching!!
RosemaryC.   Brighton.
Date Submitted: January 22, 2009   Date of Stay: December 2008
We saw this on the internet and thought it seemed great, and looked it up in google earth, so knew it was in a really quiet position. It is on a creek of the river, and from the kitchen you look directly over the garden into the river valley and surrounding hills with nothing but the constantly changing water, sky and trees. We had a lovely Christmas, it was overcast most of the time, but even then, the view was lovely. You do not have to go outside to see the 28 varieties of birds that we saw there. It has all the facilities described ..... in excellent order. Linda was really helpful and there was a lovely box of welcoming goodies for us.A short walk to the village which has everything you need .. if you don't want to hit the towns. Yet near enough to a supermarket (if that's your preference). Lots of wonderful walks. It will remain in our minds as the most lovely Christmas and we certainly intend to return....

Recommended for: Families with Young Children, Sightseeing, Romantic Getaway

Owners Response: Thank you Rosie for your review and I am so pleased to learn that your Christmas at Rock Cottage was lovely and look forward to welcoming you back.
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 5/5

Wonderful Holiday
Jane & Michael   Dorset.
Date Submitted: November 21, 2008   Date of Stay: November 2008
We were looking for a peaceful holiday in a comfortable high quality cottage which afforded pleasant views, enclosed gardens and a high degree of seclusion in a locality which offered excellent walking, good dining and interesting places to visit.

Rock Cottage delivered on our requirements in spades.

The owners do a fantastic and professional job in the upkeep and the promotion of Rock Cottage. The cottage is well equipped and in excellent order. Although the garden is a little steep the views from the property are stunning. A lane runs by the side of the cottage but this is not too busy. The cottage is positioned in a beautiful and tranquil setting and stands in splendid isolation, with no near neighbours; something we fully appreciated.

We enjoyed walking out from the cottage with the shop at Gear Farm and the pub and general store in Mawgan being close at hand. Within a drive of ten to twenty minutes there are at least six good quality eating places and the area is an ideal location for visiting the south west of Cornwall.

With the weather on our side, a fantastic location and the excellent accommodation at Rock Cottage we had a truly five star holiday experience.

Recommended for: Families with Teenagers, Age 55+, Tourists without a Car, Sightseeing, Romantic Getaway

Owners Response: We are so pleased that Jane & Michael thoroughly enjoyed their first visit to Rock Cottage, and thank them for their great review and compliments.
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 5/5

Rock Cottage (12-19 July 2008)
Pete T   Winchester.
Date Submitted: July 22, 2008   Date of Stay: July 2008
We are a family with young children and wanted a water-side holiday home along the Helford River where I could moor my 5m aluminium-hull motorboat. We were very lucky to secure Rock Cottage after a cancellation and Linda gave me good sound information about the location, views and appointment of the cottage to supplement the information on the website. This information turned out to be spot-on. The journey through the small hamlet of Mawgan is quite precarious with narrow and sometimes steep Cornish lanes to navigate. Rock Cottage is on its own about 1km outside of Mawgan and there is ample off-road parking space for 2 cars next to the cottage. This lane way does get quite busy, throwing out some noise at night time. We arrived and were gob-smacked by the stunning, elevated views the cottage has down Mawgan Creek. You will be hypnotised with the views whether the tide is in or out. The boat mooring provided by Rock Cottage was ample for securing the boat and the dinghy sufficiently stable for transferring kids and equipment to the boat. Allow only 2 hours either side of high tide to get back up Mawgan Creek if you fish the Helford River estuary or go further out to sea. If you have a small motorboat, it is worth taking it as this is the best way to see the Helford area and to be able to have those family days out at various gardens and secluded spots along the 7 km river. The cottage itself has all the charm of a charactered cottage but with all the mod cons and a good selection of vhs videos and music cds for grown-ups and kids alike. We were happily surprised to see the kid's twin room in the cottage full of reading material for all age groups. The main cottage has 2 bedrooms upstairs with a double bed and a twin. The only toilet, however, is downstairs so don't drink too much at night! There is a second, detached building to the cottage with a twin-room. All rooms were spotless and have the unique creek views. There are a million things to do within a radius of 10 miles (beautiful little Cornish coastal villages, beaches, Lizard lighthouse etc). We can especially recommend (for young and old alike) the National Trust's Glendurgan Gardens, near Port Navas. Closer to the cottage, there is the Ship Inn pub that serves a la carte dining with a smile and the good news is that it is within easy walking distance. We would definately recommend the cottage to all, especially if you have a small boat - 5 star. Peter

Recommended for: Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, Sightseeing, Romantic Getaway, Adventure Seekers

Owners Response: This young family thoroughly enjoyed their time at Rock Cottage, and we were pleased that the mooring provided an opportunity for them to explore the wider potential of the Helford River including Frenchman’s Creek, as well as to do some fishing.

We will provide a personal ‘mud mooring’ for guests who bring a boat, located close to the cottage and easily accessible using our rowing dinghy as a tender.

Launching a large boat is not possible at Rock Cottage. However, a facility is available nearby in Gweek. Peter and his family unfortunately had to contend with Neap tides which are a bit restrictive. During Spring tides there is ample water for up to three hours either side of high water.
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 5/5

TRUELY PARADISE
Tracey & Sean   Brixham, Devon, England.
Date Submitted: July 11, 2008   Date of Stay: June 2008
"Our first holiday at Rock Cottage; Mum and Dads second time this year, so far! Three holidays at Rock Cottage in total. Our holiday had finally arrived, all the dreaming and memories of that perfect place and location.
Linda and Robin greeted us to give us the keys, and made us feel welcome instantly.
When we walked through the gate we were just stunned by the amazing view of the silent meandering creek, it was unbelievable. It was raining when we arrived but even that did not dismay us. On entering the kitchen, Linda had provided us with lots of goodies: strawberries, scones, clotted cream, fruit juice, and cider all bought from the local Spar shop in Mawgan. We soon forgot it was raining as we tucked in.
We never ventured far from Rock Cottage - it was so hard to tear us away from such a beautiful place. We basked on the sun loungers, fished off the jetty, rowed down the creek in Peggy and enjoyed having barbeques. Who could ask for more! We never wanted for anything as Linda had provided everything even washing powder and pegs.
Our last holiday was in March and Rock Cottage looked beautiful with daffodils and bluebells out, but this time in June, it was a typical cottage garden with cosmos, sweet williams, cornflowers, roses and even the garden mint.
We had breakfast each morning outside the Garden Room regularly joined by our sweet little squirrel and robin. Then we would go down to the jetty and feed the swans as they sailed majestically up to us. This really is a place in paradise.
We have taken brochures and many photos to show our work colleagues, and hopefully they can visit this truly magical place. Rock Cottage is even on our laptop as a screensaver. The most beautiful pictures we have taken are from down the creek in Peggy looking back up at Rock Cottage standing proud and remote in all its beautiful grounds.
We will truly miss this beautiful place, and walking into the village to collect our farm eggs and home made marmalade (which is delicious). and paying into the honesty box. We have had a fantastic holiday, completely relaxed and chilled out.
Now we must go back to our memories and dream of this wonderful place and hope the next time wont be too long away. Thank you Linda and Robin for sharing your much loved and cared for holiday home with us. Tracey, Sean, Marina and Geoff"

Recommended for: Families with Teenagers, Age 55+, Girls Getaway, Sightseeing, Romantic Getaway, Adventure Seekers

Owners Response: Firstly, thank you to Tracey and Sean for their generous review. We are so pleased they had a great time and that Rock Cottage was just perfect in every way. Many thanks also for recommending the Cottage to friends and work colleagues.
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 5/5

A perfect holiday
Sampo & Sanna   Helsinki, Finland.
Date Submitted: July 10, 2008   Date of Stay: June 2008
We spent a lot of time trying to find the best possible cottage for us in Cornwall, and we were lucky to choose Rock Cottage. I shall not try to compete with the photographs in describing the view; the place is very beautiful. We found everything in excellent condition for a perfect holiday.

For our family of five Rock Cottage was ideal, as it is actually two buildings right next to each other. The Garden Room was given to our older children as they like to stay up late and feel a bit independent. The room has very large windows towards Mawgan Creek and is really beautiful - there seems to be no pictures of that on these pages, so that is a nice surprise. The best view from the main building is from the kitchen and the garden is really beautiful, high above the creek.

We had planned to drive around quite a bit, but never got further than Falmouth and St Ives. That is because there is a lot to see along the coast and around the cottage. The location of Rock Cottage is very good as Helston with bigger shops is near, and there are several really nice beaches within a very short distance. Kynance cove is magnificient. We had no idea such places exist, it is a well kept secret. There are no crowds, the water is maybe a bit cool compared to the Mediterranean, but it is a great experience.

I shall recommend Rock Cottage to my friends, as I think Cornwall is really worth visiting, and with Linda and Robin taking care of the place there is no risk one could be disappointed in any way. There is one thing I have to complain about a bit, though: time at Rock Cottage seems to go slowly, in a relaxed atmosphere, but actually it is running faster than elsewhere in Europe, and before you notice it the week has gone. I wish we could have stayed longer.

For any other foreign visitor I would like to say that driving on the left is possible and even fun, and the route from Heathrow has great attractions such as Stonehenge along it. Rock Cottage is easy to find and well worth even a long journey.

Recommended for: Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, Sightseeing, Romantic Getaway

Owners Response: Sampo, Sanna and children travelled for 17 hours to get to Rock Cottage and clearly they thought it was worth the effort. We are most grateful for their review. It is a great compliment that our cottage and Cornwall appeal to continental visitors who are always most welcome and have been amongst our best guests.
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 5/5

Peace and Quiet on the Helford River
M&JG   Northallerton, N Yorkshire.
Date Submitted: June 26, 2008   Date of Stay: May 2008
Our visit in May 2008 is the second to Rock Cottage. It is in immaculate condition with very good equipment.

The location looking towards the Helford River is very peaceful, and one can quickly get to main roads to visit the many gardens and National Trust properties in the area. There are some delightful woodland and coastal walks. An excellent pub with restaurant, farm shop/bakery and the local village shop are all within less than half a mile.

There is the temptation to sit in the garden (or even in the kitchen) and enjoy the scenery, but there are so many other things to do in this part of Cornwall.

Recommended for: Families with Teenagers, Age 55+, Tourists without a Car, Sightseeing, Romantic Getaway, Adventure Seekers

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 5/5

Idyllic Creekside cottage
SallyG   Lancashire.
Date Submitted: June 25, 2008   Date of Stay: April 2007
The view of the creek when you first encounter Rock Cottage is simply breathtaking and the grounds and house a delight to explore.
We have visited Rock Cottage twice in different seasons and it was equally lovely on both occasions. There is an abundance of wildlife in the surrounding woodlands and upon the creek itself and you never tire of the stillness and tranquility.
All the home comforts are provided for with welcoming touches such as a cake & fresh flowers upon arrival - the cottage is equipped with everything you could possibly need and Linda & Robin are perfect hosts.
The addition of 'Peggy' is a wonderful addition and once you venture out on the creek, it assumes an even more magical quality.

A wonderful cottage in a truly lovely location which visitors return to again and again.

Recommended for: Age 55+, Families with Young Children, Sightseeing, Romantic Getaway, Adventure Seekers

Owners Response: We are delighted to receive Sally's review of Rock Cottage, and thank her for doing this.

The exclusive view is something that appeals to all our guests. Many hours are spent, from either the garden or kitchen, just watching the Mawgan Creek as it ebbs and flows. The rowing dinghy is very popular and provides an ideal experience to observe the wildlife on the creeks.
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 5/5

Staying at Rock Cottage
brendap   Suffolk.
Date Submitted: June 23, 2008   Date of Stay: June 2008
As you take th country road,cross the small stone bridge at one end of the creek,crest the hill and take your first glimpse of Rock Cottage you get the feeling you are in for a treat.Park the car beside the cottage, walk through the gate and the view that greets you is something to behold.When you unlock the door of the cottage you are not disappointed,it is well furnished,clean, neat and tidy and Linda has thought of your every need, including fluffy robes.Tea things are laid out with cakes and there is milk in the fridge.You can then sit at the table, observe the view and watch the many varieties of birds in the garden and on the bird table.The whole cottage, including the boat "Peggy"for your use, is just a wonderful experience for a wonderful and relaxing holiday

Recommended for: Age 55+, Families with Young Children, Pet-friendly, Tourists without a Car, Sightseeing, Romantic Getaway, Adventure Seekers

Owners Response: Delighted to receive this review from Brenda & Michael who first came to Rock Cottage in September 2001 and have returned five times.

They are superb visitors, and have seen many of our improvements. Its very pleasing to know that Rock Cottage is still a favourite holiday retreat and has once again fulfilled their expectations.
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 5/5

Our wonderful holiday at Rock Cottage
Crazyaboutcornwall   Filderstadt, Germany.
Date Submitted: June 07, 2008   Date of Stay: May 2008
We (2 adults + 2 children 10/12) spent a wonderful week at Rock Cottage in May 2008. Everything was in perfect condition. We have never seen such a beautiful and well equipped cottage before. This cottage has everything you need. In the morning we were sitting at the table in the kitchen watching the birds, pheasans, and squirrels taking their breakfast. The kids liked the boat very much and enjoyed it to explore the Helford River. Maybe a little motor
for "Peggy" is the only thing we missed a little bit.
The garden is wonderful! The view is so nice.
There is a lot to see around: beautiful beaches at Lizard peninsula, seal sanctuary, Falmouth and its beautiful Maritime Museum, little walks around the Helford and a lot more.
Perfect place to relax in nature.
Thank´s again to Linda and Robin Dandy for everything.
We hope to come back in the future.

Claudia, Patrick, Marc and Gina

Recommended for: Families with Teenagers, Age 55+, Romantic Getaway

Owners Response: Its just great to receive another fantastic review! We were so pleased that Claudia, Patrick and the children, who had a very long and tiring journey from Filderstadt in Germany, were not disappointed with Rock Cottage and all it has to offer. They were superb Guests and we look forward to welcoming them back.
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 5/5

Perfect relaxation
Liz & David   Stratford-on-Avon.
Date Submitted: June 02, 2008   Date of Stay: September 2007
We first saw Rock Cottage many years ago when exploring the roads & creeks around Helford River so when we first saw the advertisement in a national paper we booked immediately. That was in 1993 and we have been visiting ever since.

The combination of peace, the wonderful birdlife and that stunning view, which never fails to take our breath away on opening the gate, guarantees a relaxing stay whatever the weather. On arrival, we just have to sit in the garden for an hour or so soaking up the view before we do anything else.

The cottage is kept beautifully clean and it is always nice to feel the continuity of it being owned by the same family for over 50 years

There are so many local attractions that we rarely go far from the Lizard peninsula during our stay. Despite many years of visiting Meneage, we are still finding new places to go but the favourites are the gardens. Just over the river, Trebah in particular and Glendurgan are always wonderful even in summer rain! The coves such as Cadgwith, Kynance and Church Cove are all delightful as is the broader bay at Coverack.

Peggy the rowing boat is the icing on the cake for exploring the creeks without disturbing the peace & quiet. It is also effective at burning off the energy taken on board from the irresistible local cream teas !!

We have never found a more exquisite location in all our travels here & abroad so Rock Cottage is the yardstick by which others are measured.

Liz & David

Recommended for: Sightseeing, Romantic Getaway

Owners Response: Thank you Liz and David for your very welcome review.

We strive to maintain a very high standard, and nine holidays spanning 15 years, is a testament to Rock Cottage and its beautiful surroundings.
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 5/5

ROCK COTTAGE OUR SECOND HOME!
Marina and Geoff   Brixham Devon.
Date Submitted: May 25, 2008   Date of Stay: March 2008
We walked through the gate and was totally amazed at the tranquility and awesome veiw,never have we stayed in such an amazing place,we are so pleased we found Rock Cottage! we will be returning many times.
Every morning early i just could not wait to draw back the curtains and stare in complete amazment towards the creek and watch the swans sail majestly by,and return at dusk every evening..pheasants , squirrels, and our little robin were regular visitors.
Our hosts Linda and Robin,have thought of everything,it is obvious Rock Cottage is cared and loved very ,very, much.Peggy the little boat with all the life saving equipment sits at the bottom of your own private jetty, we hope to use her again in june,when we return ,which will be our 3rd holiday in Rock Cottage.What more can i say only dream of this enchanted place and count the days to seeing her again.We are so lucky to have found you Rock Cottage.! Thank you Linda and Robin for allowing the use of your beautiful home. .

Recommended for: Age 55+, Sightseeing, Romantic Getaway

Owners Response: Thank you for such a glowing review which sums up the comments we have received from many other guests. We find it difficult to add anything more!
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 5/5

Best Christmas Yet!
Gag   Birmingham.
Date Submitted: May 21, 2008   Date of Stay: December 2007
After years of doing Christmas at home with all its delights; overcooked sprouts, undercooked turkey, family punch ups, lop sided trees, and annadin extra! We decided to try something a bit different and we booked Rock Cottage for a week over the holiday period. My husband and I were joined by our daughter (21), our son and his girlfriend both are in their mid twenties. We did our last minute shopping on Christmas Eve in Taunton M&S. We spent an evening or two getting tipsy at the local pub (The ship.. I think) and giggling down the lanes on the way back. We ate Christmas lunch at the pub too; it was a real treat and not a soggy brussel sprout in sight! We wrapped up and went for long walks on various beaches including Church Cove which was a so invigorating. We lingered over breakfast each day just enchanted by the view from the window. When the kids got withdrawal symptoms and left us to head back to party in the big cities ( London and Birmingham), a couple of friends joined us and we did the same things all over again. The cottage is so lovely, and immaculate. Linda is brilliant and caring she took so much trouble to make sure we were comfortable. If there is a vacancy book it! You wont regret it!

Recommended for: Age 55+, Girls Getaway, Sightseeing, Romantic Getaway

Owners Response: Christmas comes but once a year - however, we hope that these excellent Guests will return to Rock Cottage in the future, and once again enjoy some of the many wonderful places that the Lizard peninsula offers.

During the festive season, it is worth visiting Mousehole where a fabulous display of Christmas lights adorn the fishing harbour and hillside. The City of Truro and Helston also have a fine display and many of the small villages make the effort too.

Even during December, the weather can be fine and taking an after lunch stroll on a pretty deserted beach, is quite exhilarating! For either a leisurely lunch or dinner, there are a number of fine restaurants to choose from, and all within a short drive or walking distance of Rock Cottage. However, whatever you decide to do, the cottage is a warm and welcoming retreat at the end of the day.
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 5/5

A Little 'Peace' of Heaven
Jo & David   Exeter, Devon.
Date Submitted: May 18, 2008   Date of Stay: February 2008
We chanced upon Rock Cottage well over two years ago, whilst browsing the Internet, and immediately tried to book it - alas, fully booked for the year! We didn't give up, thought it worth saving the link to our 'favourites'. Tried again 6 months later, again no joy! However, third time lucky"! We were able to book the cottage this year. We arrived when the daffodils were in bloom, the garden looked just lovely ...what's more we had reasonable weather too! As we drove up we just knew we would love our stay, and walking through that little green gate (so perfectly painted, as was the whole of the cottage), seeing the view, we knew we had struck lucky! Every comfort has been thought about - even down to the bird food. We are seasoned cottagers, and we really have stayed in some lovely places but Rock Cottage tops the lot. We loved it so much we immediately booked for next year. This is the first time in our holiday history that we have ever gone back to the same location twice! Can't wait until next May!!

PS: David says : 'this is the best place I ever stayed in Cornwall'. Coming from a Cornish man in exile - true praise indeed!

David & Jo, Exeter

Recommended for: Age 55+, Families with Young Children, Sightseeing, Romantic Getaway

Owners Response: We were so pleased that these Guests were absolutely delighted with Rock Cottage - it was obviously worth waiting for!

As mentioned, the garden looked lovely. After the daffodils had faded came the carpet of primroses and bluebells as well as the wild purple orchids. In Autumn the trees are ablaze with golden leaves and the hue on the river paints another picture.
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 5/5

An idyllic place
Beth & Jake   Glos, UK.
Date Submitted: May 16, 2008   Date of Stay: September 2007
We stayed at Rock Cottage for the first time in Sept ‘07, and immediately booked again for the following year. It's a unique place, a piece of paradise with gardens leading down to a beautiful and ever-changing creek on two sides. The views when you first walk through the gate and out into the garden are breathtaking. There are no neighbours and you soon sink into the peace and seclusion of the place - the only times we left the cottage and gardens all week were to stock up on food from the fantastic local farm shop! You could sit outside the cottage all day looking at the view of the creek with its wooded banks and birdlife, or doze on the lawn in the sun. There is plenty of woodland and several interesting little foreshores to explore. The jetty and rowing boat were an absolute treat. You can row along the creek in several different directions, and it's so enjoyable. The cottage is lovely, with everything you could need, and it's clean and well looked after. You can tell it's owned by people who really care about it. The most important thing for us is that we wouldn't go away without our two dogs, so we really appreciate the owners for allowing them to have a wonderful holiday at Rock Cottage too!

Recommended for: Pet-friendly, Sightseeing, Romantic Getaway

Owners Response: We are delighted to receive this review from such appreciative Guests, and are certain that when they return this year, they will find the Cottage even more welcoming than before!

Indeed, many of our Guests return several times. They have told us that Rock Cottage is very special, makes them feel immediately at home, and the unspoilt view with its ever-changing tidal scenery, is always a joy to behold whatever the time of year.
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 5/5

Heaven whatever the weather
Kernow Fan Club   London.
Date Submitted: May 14, 2008   Date of Stay: July 2007
Have stayed at Rock Cottage three times over the past 10 years and all the family simply love it whatever the weather.

Location perfect being in the middle of nowhere but with major facilities (big supermarket, doctor etc) only 10 minutes away.

Everyone enjoys messing about in the boat, crab fishing with lumps of cheap bacon (75 in two hours our record so far) and visiting our favourite spots such as Roskillys and Glendurgan.

What do we love about Rock Cottage?

The peace, the trees, the river, the wildlife, the recliners, the barbeque, the location, the peace, the history, the beaches, the crab fishing, the peace, oh and just about everything - even when it rains.

Stay there and you'll be queing up to go back.

Recommended for: Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway

Owners Response: Yet another excellent review from Guests who clearly appreciate everything that Rock Cottage and its beautiful surroundings have to offer. As mentioned, it is situated in a superb location, and having such fantastic scenery, it's large garden is just the perfect place for a barbeque, to paint, sketch, photograph, read or just simply nod off to sleep under the shade of the trees.

The Lizard Peninsula is on the doorstep. It offers many interesting walks, fishing coves, arts and crafts and gardens such as Trevano, Trebah including Glendurgan. When it comes to beaches - we are spoilt for choice: Kynance Cove is a hit every time, with Gunwalloe, Church Cove and Poldhu all within 15 minutes drive.

Many of our Guests have told us that they haven't been far as they simply could not tear themselves away from the peace and beauty of the Mawgan Creek.
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 5/5

Rock Cottage
Ashy   Edinburgh.
Date Submitted: April 13, 2008   Date of Stay: March 2008
A unique holiday cottage. Spotlessly clean, beautifully situated and clearly a labour of love by the owners, who make the cottage even more welcoming by the little touches they add - teacups and cake waiting on your arrival, and fresh flowers in every room. At last the internet is good for something!

Recommended for: Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway

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 5/5

Comments from Owner Guestbook
It is worth travelling across the Atlantic to enjoy this magical place, where the family, including grandchildren, and friends wear 24 hour smiles. Thank you Robin & Linda for making your cottage available to us all once more. Affectionately Joyce & John. Mexico City

Had a brilliant relaxing time at Rock Cottage. The setting is wonderful and the cottage has all you could want ... and more. Will recommend here to all our friends. Thank you for all the welcoming touches. Susan & Dave, Ayrshire.

I've had a great week here and I have enjoyed rowing in Peggy and crab fishing off the jetty. (I caught 10 but they all escaped). I have also enjoyed just relaxing and my bed was so comfortable. Thank you so much. Jessica, St Albans (aged 15)
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