With a sheltered shoreline, quaint villages, quiet beaches, secluded inland creeks and a wealth of marine life, the Helford River makes a glorious place to take a holiday. But where to stay? Step forward Cornish Holiday Cottages, a family-owned and operated boutique holiday property agency with a collection of stylish hand-picked rentals near to Helford and Falmouth.

Cornish Holiday Cottage properties range from romantic sail lofts for two to rambling river fronting estates, in a small portfolio carefully curated by founder Ruth’s granddaughter, Emily Boriosi and her local team. Most of the properties boast sea views or sit waterside, some with moorings. Search by location, collection – from sea view to dog-friendly and properties perfect for large groups – or ‘featured’ holidays including best for walking, gardens or accessibility. 

For the Cornish Holiday Cottages team, holiday happiness is not just about finding the perfect property but about enjoying the life-affirming experiences that come hand-in-hand with residing in this part of the world: plunging into the river, feeling the wind in your sails, feasting on the freshest local seafood and and benefiting from locals’ tips on the best things to do, see and eat. This attention to detail ensures guests are made to feel like one of the family and extends throughout a stay.