1 Bed Detached House, Gweek, TR12

Charming home for let in a peaceful location at the head of the Helford River. Available for short-term let between 12 January and 12 April, with potential to extend until 12 May (but no later). Please note that the house is currently listed for sale, so we are looking for a tenant who will take good care of the property.


The space

One-bedroom cottage with beautiful views over the Helford River.  Unique home with lots of character, a barn conversion completed in 2022, so everything has been recently installed and nearly-new.

Features include:
– 1 bedroom with king bed and dresser
– 1 bathroom with roll-top bath
– Outdoor shower
– Living room with sofa and TV
– Kitchen/diner with oven, fridge, dishwasher and washing machine
– Cooking essentials, dishes, silverware, kettle, toaster
– Bed linens and towels
– Private garden with outdoor seating
– Off-road parking for two cars
– Underfloor heating (air-source heat pump)
– Wifi (Wildanet)


The Location

Gweek village is a hidden gem on the Helford, a thriving community with a lively local pub, The Black Swan, The Boatyard Café in the heart of the boatyard — both just minutes away by foot — and a well-stocked village shop. It is also the home of the famous Cornish Seal Sanctuary which rescues and rehabilitates scores of seal pups every year. On Wednesday evenings, there are fish and chips on the village green, with a brass band, as well as lots of village community grounds and events.

Gweek is in the perfect location for those who want to explore both the Lizard Peninsula, with its rugged cliffs and sandy beaches, and the Helford River, with its gentle waters and hidden creeks. You’re in prime position at the head of the Helford — at high tide you can get out on a kayak or paddleboard to explore the creeks from here. Numerous beaches are only a short drive away – not least Poldhu, Polurrian, the famed Kynance Cove, Rinsey and Praa Sands.

Gweek is 10 minutes from Helston, where you can find all local amenities and 20 minutes from Falmouth and Porthleven, with wonderful waterfronts, restaurants, galleries and museums. The cathedral city of Truro is 30 minutes away.