Tremerlin is a  property dramatically sited above the river and enjoying spectacular views. 

This dramatic site is surrounded by National Trust woodland and is accessed by a woodland drive leading down to the 1920's house overlooking the timeless river Helford. 

From the Apartment secretive pathways lead away from open flat lawns to glades of magnolia, camellia and honeysuckle, festooning ancient oaks.

Past woodland ponds and tree ferns the property enjoys a splendid quay and slipway of ancient granite. An ideal setting for small boat sailing and exploring the shoreline and tributaries of the Helford River.

The accommodation can sleep 6 as a whole. There is also an exceptional riverside studio that may be included by arrangement.

Bed linen and towels are included but please note there is no telephone, dvd player or television. There is also a trampoline on the south lawn and table tennis in the sun room. Small sailing boats etc can be hired locally and there is an excellent anchorage for large vessels 10 meters off the quay, plus fishing off the quay. We regret that we don't take pets, there's no smoking in the Apartment and changeover is on Fridays.

Tremerlin is built on a slope, so there are two stories on the river side of the house, the lower floor, formerly crews quarters and sail store, have been recently been renovated and enlarged. From a dedicated parking area for two vehicles, a cobbled and grassy pathway leads down to the ground floor apartment.

The apartment has been refurbished using lots of painted tongue and groove boarding, old pine doors, red cedar (reclaimed from an old cider vat) and blue slate. The furnishings, as with the house are an artistic and eclectic mixture, the bed mattresses however, are all new. The accommodation comprises 1 double bedroom with en-suite bathroom, 1 twin bedroom (that can be zipped into a double) with en-suite bathroom, and a small bunk room based on a cabin on the Night Riviera train, all with river views. The kitchen and living area are open plan with fabulous river views, the dining area is in an extended bay window with French doors that lead out onto the patio and veranda. Heating is provided by night storage heaters and a wood/coal stove in the living area.

There is an electric cooker with ceramic hob in the kitchen as well as a microwave, fridge, freezer, electric kettle, dishwasher and washing machine. An ironing board, airer and iron are also provided. Hot water is provided via a hot water cylinder with electric immersion. All beds have good firm mattresses along with two pillows and duvet. A high chair and cot are available.

To find Tremerlin from Helston:

Take A3083 past Culdrose Air Station. At roundabout go left onto B3293 for 2.5 miles past mini roundabout, then left for Newtown, Manaccan and Helford. At Newtown (1.5 miles) go right then left for Helford and Manaccan. At Manaccan cross roads (1.5 miles) go left for Kestle, then after 100 yards right for Kestle Wartha (tight corner). Go 1 mile, do not turn off at end but go over cattle grid, then turn right at T junction on farm track and enter Tremerlin under tall pine trees. Keep right on track down to house, double bay on left just before end is parking for the Apartment.

The blue marker on the Google map indicates our approximate location. Use the '+' and '-' buttons near the top left of the map to zoom in and out. Use the arrow buttons or click and drag to pan around.

Exploring rock pools, beaches, sailing, walking, fishing, bird watching, coastal walks, golf, sub tropical gardens. Easy days outings to Tate St Ives, Falmouth Maritime Museum, Scilly Isles, Eden Project, Historic Houses etc. Local access to cinemas and theatre, excellent restaurants, good pubs and superb organic farm shop.