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Enys Boathouse - a unique and quirky holiday let in the heart of rural Cornwall

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Looking up at the Boathouse from the garden, with small patio area outside
Enys Boathouse - main entrance view from the balcony
The Boathouse entrance and balcony with outdoor seating for 4
The garden, looking back towards the Boathouse
Private kitchen

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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HELSTON, ENG
  • Falmouth University
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Maenporth Beach
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Gyllyngvase Beach
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Penzance (PZE-Penzance Heliport)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Murphy Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only · Outdoor shower

Spaces

Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Enys Boathouse - a unique and quirky holiday let in the heart of rural Cornwall

Enys Boathouse offers self catering accommodation in rural Cornwall. Situated in the heart of a Cornish village, our holiday let is deceptively spacious and comfortably furnished, sleeping up to four people.
Enys Boathouse is a unique wooden structure - a copy of the Bolney Ferry Boathouse on the River Thames. This charming property benefits from its own private terrace with panoramic westerly views out over the countryside. And, although not near to water, it does boast distant sea views.

The village of Porkellis is ideal for those seeking a quiet, rural holiday let in Cornwall.

The boathouse is a studio-style space and offers versatile self catering accommodation suitable for families, couples or groups of friends. The main living area converts into a double bedroom; a comfy double wall bed (with a proper sprung mattress) provides the main sleeping facilities - this folds away when not in use .

For smaller children (aged 5 and over) there is the added excitement of sleeping in the Crow’s Nest - only accessible via a loft ladder - a cosy sleeping space in the eaves of the property that is ideal for younger children but is spacious enough for two adults, should you prefer.

All bedding and towels are provided.

When the beds are not in use, the open plan living space is great for entertaining. A TV, with Freeview, DVD player. Free unlimited broadband is also available at the property.

A sailor's kitchen awaits for those who enjoy cooking and guests also have use of a BBQ. However, for those who prefer to eat out, the local pub - offering good value food and drink - is just a minute’s walk away.

Kitchen facilities include:

- Microwave
- Portable Oven and hob
- Small fridge and freezer
- Kettle
- On-demand hot water

Elsewhere, there is also a small dining table and, for when the sun is shining, an outdoor table, chairs and parasol are also at hand.

Enys Boathouse boasts a cosy shower room, toilet and wash basin - towels will be provided.

Should you need to wash or dry your clothes, there is also a small room located on the ground floor (where parking is also available). Here you will find a washing machine and tumble drier as well as clothes line, BBQ and deck chairs.

For those looking short breaks in Cornwall, we are happy to offer rates for minimum stays of four nights. For those looking for a weekly holiday let in Cornwall we are happy to negotiate on the change-over day, if Saturday is not convenient.


Porkellis is perfectly situated; it is a quiet country village, surrounded by green fields, yet ideally located for access to both north and south coasts, the busy towns of Helston, Falmouth and Truro and many visitor attractions.

Property manager

Mike Jarvis

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Extra cleaning fee (from £50) if property is left untidy and there are stains on furniture.
We expect any damage or major breakages to be paid for and flagged with property owners prior to check-out.
No smoking. If smoking occurs in property there will be minimum £300 cleaning charge to compensate for lost income.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Helston

Located in Helston, this cabin is in a rural area and near theme parks. The area's natural beauty can be seen at St. Michael's Mount and Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, while Falmouth Art Gallery and National Maritime Museum Cornwall are cultural highlights. Potager Garden and Flambards are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with windsurfing and sailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling.
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HELSTON, ENG

What's nearby

  • Cornish Seal Sanctuary - 8 min drive - 8.9 km
  • Falmouth University - 14 min drive - 14.4 km
  • Maenporth Beach - 24 min drive - 15.8 km
  • St. Michael's Mount - 24 min drive - 23.7 km
  • Gyllyngvase Beach - 26 min drive - 15.0 km

Getting around

  • Penmere Station - 15 min drive
  • Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Boo Koos - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Janes Fish and Chips - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Coinage Hall - Jd Wetherspoon - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Seven Stars Inn - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Enys Boathouse - a unique and quirky holiday let in the heart of rural Cornwall pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Enys Boathouse - a unique and quirky holiday let in the heart of rural Cornwall?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Enys Boathouse - a unique and quirky holiday let in the heart of rural Cornwall?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Enys Boathouse - a unique and quirky holiday let in the heart of rural Cornwall located?

Situated in a rural location, this cabin is 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Stithians Lake and within 6 miles (10 km) of Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and Potager Garden. Flambards and Shire Horse Farm and Carriage Museum are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

anthony e.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was what we wanted. We didn't use loft space as we thought more for children not teenager
Well worth the money.and would stay again
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas S., AXMINSTER

Wonderfully quirky and comfy
Spent Christmas here and thoroughly enjoyed it. Can imagine that would be great in the summer and would be able to make better use of the private garden. Small oven made Xmas dinner a little challenging but was practical enough. Overall a great stay... thanks Mike...
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

STEPHAN B.

Superbe endroit!! au calme, en pleine campagne de Cornouaille et une très belle région
Accueil chaleureux de la part de Mr et Mme Jarvis!! Ce chalet vous ravira sûrement!! bien décoré, pratique et très propre, nous en garderons un excellent souvenir!! merci
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Joanne P.

Beautiful 🏠🏝
This boathouse is absolutely beautiful and so quirky,it’s home from home,it literally has everything you need.if it’s needed it’s there! lovely big garden too really peaceful.we had good weather the 5 days we were there too which was fab.visit the star inn for lovely food on your door step,drive into mullion for kyance beach nicest beach ever! Breathtaking! Sad to be leaving as it was just perfect ❤️ Look forward to visiting again😊
Stayed 5 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Klaudia S.

A home from home
I can truly say that the Enys Boathouse was a home from home! I found peace and much needed rest. The house itself is cosy and has everything you need. The village of Porkellis is tranquil. A visit to the pub that is within a short walking distance can definitely be recommended. Also, Enys Boathouse is ideally situated for so many walks, visits to beautiful gardens and many many other attractions that Cornwall has to offer. And last but not least: Mike and his wife are wonderful hosts. I will be back!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Angela T., Dunstable, bedfordshire

Tranquil retreat
The boathouse sits up in the trees overlooking the garden. The owners thought of everything such as cooking utensils, comfy bed and plenty of little touches such as books and tourist guides to make it a great place to just chill out. The surrounding countryside is beautiful and it is close to many other towns and seaside areas. I left the boathouse feeling thoroughly revived and hope to come back again in the future. Lovely owners who sent plenty of instructions to help me find the place and make sure that I was settled in.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Loved it. Very Quirky and Cool.
We had a great 3 nights stay in the Boathouse. It was just the right size for the family of 4 considering we were mostly only there in the evening. Mike was a great host and showed us round the property. Kids slept up in the loft for the first 2 nights then my wife and I gave it a go on the final night. Overall it was a very enjoyable stay and was a good base for touring round cornwall. Would recommend thoroughly.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Frank, Bath

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay.
Nice place ti stay, somewhat unussual. Very quit and has sll the thigs you need.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Zentral gelegen und ur-gemütlich
Wir haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt, das Boathouse ist gemütlich eingerichtet und die Vermieter sind nett und hilfsbereit. Die Unterkunft ist auch zentral gelegen und man ist schnell an der Küste oder auch in den sehenswerten Gärten.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Philip B.

A lovely quiet space perfect for escaping the burdens of modern life
The Boathouse is a lovely space: clean, warm, well lit and very comfortable, Mike and His Wife were very welcoming. The Boathouse provided us with a great base from which to explore the beautiful surrounding countryside. The local pub/library/shop (all three services in one building with tasty beer) is but a stones throw away and serves great food and beer should cooking seem like too much of a bother. We will be back again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jörg S.

Tolles Haus und liebe Gastgeber
Tolle Umgebung, viel Ruhe
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Joanne F.

Outstanding Accommodation in the heart of Cornwall.
We looked for a nice peaceful location in the heart of Cornwall and found Porkellis to be ideal. Enys Boathouse, situated in the heart of the village, was perfect for our family of four for the weeks get away. Immaculatly clean, it had everything we needed for a home from home. The kitchen was well equipped with everything you'd need, corkscrew included! The living area provided space for two adults and two teenagers to have space from each other when needed and was cosy when we were together when eating or playing games. The facilities included a washer & dryer which came in very useful after all the trips to the beaches. With a secluded garden, ideal if you've got little ones who like to run and play, Enys Boathouse is tucked away off the beaten track and a stones throw from the village pub where we were made to feel most welcome. Our gracious hosts for the week were just next door and nothing was too much trouble, not that they hadn't thought of everything already. We have no hesitation in recommending Enys Boathouse to families, young and old, singles or couples looking for a relaxing break from the pressures of modern life and we look forward to returning again in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Johannes A.

Urgemütlich!
Wundervolles kleines Häuschen. Ideal für ein Paar oder eine Familie mit zwei Kindern. Zwar nicht am Meer gelegen, aber mit dem Auto ist es nicht weit zu Stränden und anderen reizvollen Ausflugszielen. Das Boathouse ist sehr gepflegt und liebevoll eingerichtet. Das Vermieter-Ehepaar ist sehr, sehr nett und hilfsbereit. Vielen Dank für den fantastischen Aufenthalt!

About the host

Hosted by Mike Jarvis

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We moved to Porkellis in 2014 and have been running a successful holiday let here ever since. As we live in the village we are on hand if you have any queries and we are happy to give recommendations on the many beautiful places you can visit locally, as well as excellent places to eat and drink.

Languages:

English