Skip to content
Falmouth, Cornwall

Bosveal

The exterior to Bosveal, Cornwall
The exterior to Bosveal, Cornwall | © National Trust / MIke Henton
The sitting room at Bosveal, Cornwall
The view from the outdoor dining table at Bosveal, Cornwall

Bosveal

Part of a large country house, brimming with original features and views over the Helford River.

Grid of 26 images
The sitting room at Bosveal, Cornwall
The view from the outdoor dining table at Bosveal, Cornwall
The exterior to Bosveal, Cornwall
The entrance at Bosveal, Cornwall
The sitting room at Bosveal, Cornwall
The sitting room at Bosveal, Cornwall
The dining room at Bosveal, Cornwall
The kitchen and breakfast room at Bosveal, Cornwall
The kitchen and breakfast room at Bosveal, Cornwall
The kitchen and breakfast room at Bosveal, Cornwall
The hallway at Bosveal, Cornwall
The double bedroom at Bosveal, Cornwall
The single bedroom at Bosveal, Cornwall
The double bedroom at Bosveal, Cornwall
The four-poster bedroom at Bosveal, Cornwall
The twin bedroom at Bosveal, Cornwall
A single bedroom at Bosveal, Cornwall
The bathroom at Bosveal, Cornwall
The shower room at Bosveal, Cornwall
The outdoor dining area at Bosveal, Cornwall
The exterior to Bosveal, Cornwall
The area surrounding Bosveal, Cornwall
The exterior to Bosveal, Cornwall
The exterior of Bosveal, Cornwall
The area surrounding Bosveal, Cornwall
The area surrounding Bosveal, Cornwall

© National Trust / Mike Henton

Part of a large country house, brimming with original features and views over the Helford River.

At a glance

Guests
10
Bedrooms
6
Number of dogs welcome
0
Reference
011051
Acorn rating

About Bosveal

With views straight down to the gentle coast and pine tree woodlands of the Helford River, Bosveal is the perfect place for a week of bliss. It occupies the main, central part of Bosloe House, a striking Arts and Crafts style manor, and is brimming with luxury décor and period features. Wood panelled walls, a grand dining room and two log-burning stoves add to its charm, while its six bedrooms make it the perfect get-together pad.

You’ll be a few minutes stroll from the small and south-facing beach at Durgan, a mixture of pebbles, rockpools and sand; the gentle waters make it perfect for canoeing or kayaking. As a guest you’re invited to explore the nearby exotic gardens of Glendurgan, with its jungle-like valleys and wildflower slopes. 

Further afield, the pretty harbour town of Falmouth is just a 20 minutes’ drive. Or if you prefer to walk, take the 9.9 mile trail from Helford to Falmouth along the South West Coast Path. Enjoy exploring this historic town with its range of quaint shops, cafés and traditional fisherman’s inns.

Bosveal has an interconnecting door with neighbouring cottage, Court (sleeps 10). Chatham (sleeps eight) is also in Bosloe House and The Apple Store (sleeps two) is a short walk away. They can be booked together.

Features and facilities

  • Wi-Fi, not available
  • Garden, available
  • EV charging, not available
  • Fridge, available
  • Freezer, available
  • Microwave, available
  • Open fire / wood burner, available
  • Television, available
  • DVD, available
  • Washing machine, available
  • Dishwasher, available
  • Tumble dryer, available
  • BBQ, not available
  • Cot & high chair, available

Location

Accessibility

Induction hob. Shared garden. See an independent accessibility review and our accessibility guide below. Accessibility questions? Email holiday.enquiries@nationaltrust.org.uk or call us on 0344 800 2070.

View AccessAble's independent accessibility review of Bosveal. 

Read our accessibility guide 

Layout

Ground floor layout

Hall, cloakroom with lavatory, sitting room with multi-fuel stove, dining room, kitchen/breakfast room, one single bedroom.

First floor layout

Five bedrooms (double with 5' four poster bed with ensuite, double with 5' bed and twin, all sharing an ensuite shower room, twin which can be a 6' double on request, single), one bathroom (with very large original bath), shower room.

More information

Please note: There is a downstairs interconnecting door to Court, which is kept locked. It can be opened if we know ahead of your booking that you require this, providing both cottages are booked out for the same duration of stay, by the same guests. 

Please be aware the Helford River beach at Durgan is not a designated beach for bathing.

Induction hob: Please note there is an induction hob at this cottage. Guests with pacemakers are advised to check with their doctor to ensure there will be no interference with their pacemaker. Guests with pacemakers are also advised to keep a distance of at least 60cm (2ft) from the hob when cooking.

Heating: Gas central heating electricity.

Parking: Parking limited to three vehicles per booking.

Garden: The three cottages at Bosloe House benefit from a large shared garden.

Utilities: The washing machine and tumble dryer is a combined washer/dryer.

Offers: Guests will benefit from a late Sunday checkout of 4pm at this cottage.

While you’re with us, you’ll benefit from free entry to National Trust properties upon presentation of your booking confirmation.

Guests will enjoy 10% off in National Trust shops for the duration of their stay.

Having a celebration? We're pleased that you would like to use one of our cottages for a celebration. If you're planning to invite more than two day guests, please complete this enquiry form before booking, so that we can ensure the cottage is right for you.

Book together

Groups of up to 30 guests can stay in and around Bosloe House. There are another four cottages at Durgan village, a 10-minute walk away, with room for up to 12 guests.

The exterior of Court, Bosveal and Chatham, Cornwall

Court 

Stay in the east wing of this country house for views over the Helford River and fine interiors. Sleeps 10, dog-friendly.

The exterior of Chatham, Cornwall

Chatham 

The west wing of a large country house, with views across the Helford River. Sleeps eight.

The exterior of The Apple Store, Cornwall

The Apple Store 

A tiny but well-equipped cottage nestling in a large country estate, above the Helford River. Sleeps two.

The surrounding area of Durgan Quay and Beach Cottages, Cornwall

Durgan Beach Cottage 

A traditional stone cottage just a few metres from the shores of the Helford Estuary. Sleeps three.

The exterior of The Old School House, Durgan, Falmouth, Cornwall

Durgan Old School House 

Victorian school turned beachside retreat, full of original features and sea-view windows. Sleeps four.

The sitting room at Durgan Quay Cottage, Cornwall

Durgan Quay Cottage 

Just metres from the water’s edge, you’ll be guaranteed a room with a view in this stone cottage. Sleeps three.

The exterior of Durgan Wood Cottage, Cornwall

Durgan Wood Cottage 

A timber-built thatched cottage nestled among the trees with views over the Helford River. Sleeps two, dog-friendly.

You might also like...

The sitting room at Pentire Head Farmhouse, Cornwall

Pentire Head Farmhouse 

A handsome Cornish farmhouse with space to gather, perched on the Pentire headland for beaches, walking trails and wildlife.

The exterior of The Lighthouse Keepers' Cottage, Lynton, Devon

Foreland Lighthouse Keepers' Cottage 

A dramatic cliff-edge cottage built behind a lighthouse which still works today.

The exterior of Horton Court, Gloucestershire

Horton Court 

Gather your family or friends and stay in this unique Grade I-listed manor house on the edge of the rolling Cotswolds countryside.

The exterior of Snowshill Manor Farmhouse, Gloucestershire

Snowshill Manor Farmhouse 

A gorgeous cosy Cotswold cottage with heaps of original features and walks from the door.

Your top three questions answered