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Helston, Cornwall

Serpentine

The exterior of Serpentine, Cornwall
The exterior of Serpentine, Cornwall | © National Trust / Mike Newman
The sitting room at Serpentine, Helston, Cornwall
The kitchen at Serpentine, Helston, Cornwall

Serpentine

With a sea-view garden and a cosy interior, this converted barn makes for a relaxing stay.

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The sitting room at Serpentine, Helston, Cornwall
The kitchen at Serpentine, Helston, Cornwall
The exterior of Serpentine, Cornwall
The twin bedroom at Serpentine, Cornwall
The single bedroom at Serpentine, Cornwall
The view from the garden at Serpentine, Cornwall

© National Trust / Mike Newman

With a sea-view garden and a cosy interior, this converted barn makes for a relaxing stay.

At a glance

Guests
3
Bedrooms
2
Number of dogs welcome
0
Reference
011045
Acorn rating

About Serpentine

Serpentine is a converted barn set high above Cadgwith Cove with sweeping views out to sea. One of five simple holiday cottages, guests at Serpentine will be pleased to see the property includes a cosy wood burning stove, making it a warm retreat from the elements. It has its own enclosed garden where the trees open out to provide views of the ocean.  

Step out into your own private garden and take in the view overlooking the cove. Below, the tiny fishing village is strewn with relics from the past; pilchard cellars, winches and an old lifeboat house. Enjoy a drink at the friendly local pub where, on a Friday evening, you’ll hear traditional Cornish singing. 

Explore further along the Lizard Peninsula. The southernmost point on the UK mainland, the area boasts breath-taking coastal walks, hidden villages and miles of winding lanes to explore.
 

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, not available
  • BBQ, not available
  • Cot & high chair, available

Location

Accessibility

Parking above property. Ground floor facilities. Enclosed garden. Close to cliffs. 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 Serpentine 

Read our accessibility guide 

Layout

Ground floor layout

Kitchen, sitting/dining room with wood burning stove, two bedrooms (one twin, one single), shower room.

More information

Heating: Rointe digital electric heating system.

Parking: Designated parking area above the property.

Garden: There is an attractive enclosed natural garden with a picnic table.

Utilities: There is a washing machine.

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

Logs: A starter supply of logs, fire lighters and kindling will be provided free of charge. Guests will need to source any additional logs elsewhere.

Please note: The cottages at Cadgwith are close to high cliffs so young children will need to be supervised.

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