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Glebe Cottage

Glebe Cottage and its lawned garden, Cornwall
Glebe Cottage and its lawned garden, Cornwall | © National Trust/Mike Henton
The sitting room at Glebe Cottage, Mawnan Smith, Falmouth, Cornwall
bosveal bosloe local views

Glebe Cottage

On the edge of a small Cornish village, this converted rectory barn is perfect for a peaceful getaway.

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The sitting room at Glebe Cottage, Mawnan Smith, Falmouth, Cornwall
bosveal bosloe local views
Glebe Cottage and its lawned garden, Cornwall
The exterior of Glebe Cottage, Cornwall
The dining table at Glebe Cottage, Cornwall
The open-plan kitchen, dining and sitting room at Glebe Cottage, Cornwall
The kitchen at Glebe Cottage, Mawnan Smith, Falmouth, Cornwall
The kitchen at Glebe Cottage, Cornwall
The double bedroom at Glebe Cottage, Cornwall
The bathroom at Glebe Cottage, with shower over bath, Cornwall
Glebe Cottage and its gravelled patio and garden lawn, Cornwall
Glebe Cottage and part of its garden, which is gravelled and has a picnic bench, Cornwall
Boats in the water at Bosveal at sunset
Sailboat and sunlight glinting on the Helford River at Bosloe House, Falmouth, Cornwall
Holiday cottages on the beach near Glendurgan Garden, Cornwall
Pink, blue and white wild flowers bloom on a slope at Glendurgan, Cornwall, overlooking trees
Spring at Glendurgan Garden, Cornwall
Visitors look towards the sea from the garden at Trelissick, Cornwall
Side view of Trelissick house and terrace in spring with camellias
Two people sit in deckchairs on a colonnade terrace, looking out over water
A view over the River Fal, gardens and the house at Trelissick on a sunny day

© National Trust / Mike Henton

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On the edge of a small Cornish village, this converted rectory barn is perfect for a peaceful getaway.

  • Guests

    2

    Bedrooms

    1

    Acorn rating

    3What's this?

    Number of dogs welcome

    2

    Reference

    011055

    • A cosy cottage near the South West Coast Path

    • Close to the Helford River, on a quiet lane at the edge of a village

    • Walk to beaches and the beautiful Glendurgan Garden, filled with exotic plants in its temperate climate

    Glebe Cottage is on the edge of the pretty village of Mawnan Smith, near the mouth of the Helford River. Once a rectory barn, this romantic old building has masses of character, including a galleried landing that looks down into a beamed, open-plan living area. 

    The South West Coast Path is just 150 metres away. Follow the path west for scenic views along the Helford River, with small beaches like Glebe and Durgan to discover. Heading along the coast path in the opposite direction will lead you northward to the sandy beach at Maenporth, about an hour’s walk away. The National Trust cares for over 300 acres of countryside and coastline near the cottage, and the money you spend on your holiday will help conserve the landscape and paths in the area.

    You’ll have free entry to National Trust places during your stay, including Glendurgan Garden. This temperate garden meets the coast path in Durgan village, just over a mile's walk from Glebe Cottage, and is filled with exotic plants. Hydrangeas bloom here in summer, while tree ferns and giant gunnera create a jungle-like feel in the sheltered valley. There’s an ancient cherry laurel maze that's been entertaining visitors for nearly 200 years, plants from as far as New Zealand, and a tea-house.

    Trelissick is only a 25-minute drive away, with 300 acres of parkland and a striking house with neoclassical columns that overlooks the River Fal. Further afield, Godolphin is 20 miles away, and you can drive to the dramatic cliffs, secluded coves and white sandy beaches of the Lizard peninsula. The Wildlife Watchpoint at Lizard Point is a great place to spot seals, Cornish choughs, seabirds and sometimes even dolphins and whales.

    Falmouth is less than five miles away from the cottage, with shops, restaurants, harbourside walks and a castle. There’s also a golf club by the coast, on the outskirts of town.

    • Garden, available
    • Fridge, available
    • Microwave, available
    • Television, available
    • DVD, available
    • Washing machine, available
    • Dishwasher, available
    • Cot & high chair, available
    • Romantic, available
    • Near National Trust attraction, available
    • Coast path, available
    • Walk to a beach, available
    • Pub nearby, available

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Glendurgan Garden 

A historic and exotic wooded valley garden leading down to the Helford River.

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Pink, blue and white wild flowers bloom on a slope at Glendurgan, Cornwall, overlooking trees

Exploring the North Helford countryside 

There are wooded valleys and secluded beaches waiting to be explored on foot in Bosveal's undulating landscape leading out to Falmouth Bay. Find out more about its best walks.

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Bosveal 

Tucked in wooded valleys with views of the peaceful Helford River

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bosveal bosloe local views

Events at Glendurgan Garden 

See what's happening at Glendurgan Garden during your stay.

Visitors admiring the flowers at Glendurgan Garden, Cornwall

Exploring the area

Trelissick 

A welcoming house and garden set in an estate with stunning maritime views and lovely woodland walks.

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A view over the River Fal, gardens and the house at Trelissick on a sunny day

Godolphin 

An ancient and atmospheric estate with a medieval garden and historic house

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A view of a path up Godolphin Hill, Cornwall on a summer's day

Lizard Point 

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Volunteers at the Wildlife Watchpoint at Lizard Point

Kynance Cove 

A tidal beach for the adventurous, famous for its white sand, turquoise sea and rock stacks. Extremely busy with limited parking throughout July, August & September.

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The view over rocks and a small beach at Kynance Cove, Cornwall.

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