Little Tolmennor Barn, Breage · A secluded stone barn for two below Tregonning Hill, near Helston and Porthleven

Little Tolmennor Barn, a restored granite barn with pergola and cottage garden
Upstairs living room with log burner at Little Tolmennor Barn

Little Tolmennor Barn – Holiday Cottage for Two at Breage, near Helston

A delightfully restored stone barn, secluded and cosy in its countryside setting at the end of a country lane, with lovely views over Tregonning Hill.

Little Tolmennor Barn is set in a peaceful rural spot at Trew, Breage, central for exploring the far west of Cornwall – from Falmouth to Newquay, and from the Lizard to St Ives. Walk from the door over miles of public footpaths across Tregonning Hill to Godolphin, or drive to the nearby beaches and coast path.

Porthleven, with its renowned restaurants and harbour atmosphere, is just 3 miles away, and Falmouth and the Carrick Roads are about 30 minutes’ drive.

Little Tolmennor Barn is not currently advertising on Cornwall Online. For availability and bookings please contact the owners directly on 01736 763250 (website: www.littletolmennorbarn.co.uk), or browse the holiday accommodation nearby.

Inside the Barn

King-size bedroom at Little Tolmennor Barn

The barn was converted using traditional materials and oozes rustic charm – oak doors and exposed beams – with contemporary furnishings, fabrics and fittings. Downstairs is the bedroom, with a king-size double bed and a modern en-suite wet room with a high-quality shower, and underfloor heating throughout the ground floor.

Upstairs, the open living area and kitchen enjoy views over the surrounding countryside, with a Juliet balcony looking out to Tregonning Hill and a Norwegian log burner for cosy evenings.

Kitchen at Little Tolmennor Barn
Bedroom with exposed beams and stonework
En-suite wet room at Little Tolmennor Barn
Granite walls and flowers outside Little Tolmennor Barn

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Garden, Parking & the Little Extras

Outside is a small private garden and shrubbery with sun loungers, table, chairs and a barbecue, and private parking beside the barn. In an adjacent outbuilding there is a utility room for washing and drying clothes.

Towels, linen and all the basics have been supplied – even wood for the log burner – so all you need to bring is the food you want to cook, or head out to the excellent restaurants in Porthleven.

Private garden with table at Little Tolmennor Barn

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Breage, Tregonning Hill & Godolphin

Cattle grazing in the countryside around Tregonning Hill, Breage

Breage is a small village between Helston and Penzance, known for its 15th-century church with rare medieval wall paintings. Above it rises Tregonning Hill, crowned by an Iron Age hillfort, with views across Mount’s Bay and the Lizard – it was here that William Cookworthy discovered china clay in the 1740s.

Footpaths lead on to the National Trust’s Godolphin, a Tudor house and gardens in a historic mining landscape. The coast is close too: Loe Bar and the Penrose estate, the long sands of Praa Sands, and the coves of the Lizard Peninsula.

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Lizard Geology – Serpentine Rock

Polished serpentine rocks at Kynance Cove on the Lizard Peninsula

Just south of the barn, the Lizard Peninsula has some of the most unusual geology in Britain. Its cliffs are made of ancient oceanic rocks pushed up from beneath the sea floor, including serpentine – the dark green and red, polished-looking stone seen at Kynance Cove, which is still carved into ornaments in Lizard village.

The serpentine and the heathland soils above it support rare plants found almost nowhere else in Britain, making the Lizard a favourite with geologists, botanists and coastal walkers alike.

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Location: Breage, near Helston

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Places Nearby

Beaches

Walking & outdoors

  • Tregonning Hill – Iron Age hillfort and views, from the doorstep.
  • Godolphin – National Trust Tudor house, garden and estate walks.
  • Penrose estate – woodland walks around Loe Pool.
  • South West Coast Path – Porthleven to Praa Sands and Rinsey Head.

Days out

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Holiday Accommodation Nearby

Looking for somewhere to stay near Breage and Porthleven? These holiday cottages, B&Bs and holiday parks around Helston, Breage, Porthleven and Praa Sands are listed on Cornwall Online – contact the owners directly to check availability.

Cornwall Online has 13 holiday properties near Helston, Breage, Porthleven and Praa Sands.

Old Temperence House B&B · St Keverne

Prices from £125 to £135
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Old Temperence House B&B - bed & breakfast accommodation in St Keverne
Sleeps: 8 max.
Location: St Keverne
Nearest beach: 1-3 miles

Short breaks available

Old Temperence House B&B
01326 280986
Bed & Breakfast

Quality in Tourism / Visit England4 star Silver Award

Base your North Cornwall holiday in St Keverne, a great base for beach days, coastal walks and relaxed evenings. Looking for bed & breakfast accommodation? Old Temperence House B&B is ideally placed in St Keverne. Its rural setting means countryside walks are close at hand. It sleeps up to 8 guests. Beaches are within one to three miles. A bed & breakfast stay is an ideal way to discover the attractions of this part of Cornwall. Parking is available at the property. Short breaks are available. Online availability makes booking easy.

Old Temperance House, in St Keverne Square, is a lovingly renovated, Period Village House.

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Ginentonic Holiday Cottage · St Keverne

Prices from £495 to £945
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Ginentonic Holiday Cottage - self-catering holiday accommodation in St Keverne
Sleeps: 3 max.
Location: St Keverne
Nearest beach: 0-1 mile
Saturday changeover

Short breaks available

Ginentonic Holiday Cottage
01326 280986
Self Catering

Visit Britain4 star

Plan a Cornish break in St Keverne, a great base for beach days, coastal walks and relaxed evenings. Looking for self-catering holiday accommodation? Ginentonic Holiday Cottage is ideally placed in St Keverne. Its rural setting means countryside walks are close at hand. It sleeps up to 3 guests. The nearest beach is within about a mile. Parking is available at the property. Bringing your dog? Pets are welcome here. Short breaks are available. Online availability makes booking easy.

Detached 2 bedroom Holiday Home in the thriving village of St Keverne - a period property with wood burning stove and central heating.

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Trevarthian Holiday Homes - self-catering holiday accommodation in Penzance
Sleeps: 5 max.
Location: Penzance
Nearest beach: 0-1 mile

Short breaks available

Trevarthian Holiday Homes
01736 710100
Self Catering

Base your North Cornwall holiday in Penzance, a great base for beach days, coastal walks and relaxed evenings. Looking for self-catering holiday accommodation? Trevarthian Holiday Homes is ideally placed in Penzance. It sleeps up to 5 guests. The nearest beach is within about a mile. The property offers holiday accommodation with coastal and sea views. Parking is available at the property. Short breaks are available. Online availability makes booking easy.

Superb panoramic bay views of St Michaels Mount, Mousehole, Newlyn, Penzance.

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Lyndale Cottage Guest House · Helston, Lizard

Prices from £52 to £76
Lyndale Cottage Guest House - bed & breakfast accommodation in Helston, Lizard
Sleeps: 10+ max.
Suitable for large groups
Location: Helston, Lizard
Nearest beach: 3-10 miles

Short breaks available

Lyndale Cottage Guest House
01326 561082

Limited disabled facilities

Bed & Breakfast

CTB member,, Quality in Tourism / Visit England4 Stars 2018 Bed and Breakfast Award

Explore the North Cornwall coast from Helston, Lizard, surrounded by the coast, countryside and villages that make North Cornwall so special. Looking for bed & breakfast accommodation? Lyndale Cottage Guest House is ideally placed in Helston, Lizard. Its rural setting means countryside walks are close at hand. Sleeping up to 10+ guests, it also suits larger family groups. Bed & breakfast is a great option if you have never visited Cornwall before. Parking is available at the property. There are also some facilities for guests with limited mobility. Short breaks are available.

The perfect location for exploring the idyllic beaches and coves, beautiful Cornish gardens, spectacular coastline, pretty villages and towns.

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The Boathouse · South Helford

The Boathouse - self-catering holiday accommodation in South Helford
Sleeps: 10+ max.
Suitable for large groups
Location: South Helford
Nearest beach: 0-1 mile
Monday changeover
The Boathouse
07775 898 838
Self Catering

Treat yourself to a break in South Helford, a great base for beach days, coastal walks and relaxed evenings. Looking for self-catering holiday accommodation? The Boathouse is ideally placed in South Helford. Riverside paths nearby are ideal for gentle walks. Sleeping up to 10+ guests, it also suits larger family groups. The nearest beach is within about a mile. Holidays here come with the benefit of sea views. Parking is available at the property. Bringing your dog? Pets are welcome here.

Beautiful uninterrupted views across the cove and out to sea, with the beach just outside the property.

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Sea View Holiday Park · Kennack Sands, Lizard Peninsula

Prices from £299 to £719
Sea View Holiday Park - self-catering holiday accommodation in Kennack Sands, Lizard Peninsula
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Sleeps: 4 max.
Suitable for large groups
Location: Kennack Sands, Lizard Peninsula
Nearest beach: 0-1 mile
Saturday changeover

Short breaks available

Sea View Holiday Park
01326 290635
07593 936275

Limited disabled facilities

Self CateringStatic CaravanHoliday Park

Take time out in Kennack Sands, Lizard Peninsula, surrounded by the coast, countryside and villages that make North Cornwall so special. Looking for self-catering holiday accommodation? Sea View Holiday Park is ideally placed in Kennack Sands, Lizard Peninsula. Its rural setting means countryside walks are close at hand. Sleeping up to 4 guests, it also suits larger family groups. The nearest beach is within about a mile. Stays here come with coastal and sea views. There is also a swimming pool on site. Parking is available at the property. Pet friendly accommodation, ideal for a holiday with your dog. There are also some facilities for guests with limited mobility. Short breaks are available.

An ideal location where a warm welcome and relaxing holiday awaits you.

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Petra Holiday Apartments · Marazion

Prices from £470 to £1200
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Petra Holiday Apartments - self-catering holiday accommodation in Marazion
Book your 2027 Marazion break! Romantic four-poster apartment for two or two-bedroom apartment for families – spring & summer dates from just £470, opposite St Michael’s Mount.
Sleeps: 4 max.
Location: Marazion
Nearest beach: 0-1 mile
Saturday changeover
Petra Holiday Apartments
Self Catering

Plan a Cornish break in Marazion, a great base for beach days, coastal walks and relaxed evenings. Looking for self-catering holiday accommodation? Petra Holiday Apartments is ideally placed in Marazion. It sleeps up to 4 guests. The nearest beach is within about a mile. The property offers holiday accommodation with coastal and sea views. Parking is available at the property. Online availability makes booking easy.

Petra Apartment 1 sleeps up to 4 in two bedrooms (king-size double and twin), with a bright lounge/dining room, a well-equipped kitchen overlooking the Mount, and a bathroom with corner bath and shower.

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Crown House & Lodges · Helston

Prices from £75 to £130
Crown House & Lodges - self-catering holiday accommodation in Helston
B&B and Self-catering stays available
Sleeps: 10+ max.
Suitable for large groups
Location: Helston
Nearest beach: 1-3 miles

Short breaks available

Crown House & Lodges
01326 565538

Limited disabled facilities

Bed & BreakfastSelf Catering

Base your North Cornwall holiday in Helston, a great base for beach days, coastal walks and relaxed evenings. Looking for self-catering holiday accommodation? Crown House & Lodges is ideally placed in Helston. Its rural setting means countryside walks are close at hand. Sleeping up to 10+ guests, it also suits larger family groups. Beaches are within one to three miles. Bed & breakfast is a great option if you have never visited Cornwall before. Parking is available at the property. Dogs are welcome – ask the owners about their pet policy. There are also some facilities for guests with limited mobility. Short breaks are available.

Choice of B&B stays and self-catering Lodges in 4 Independent en-suite Lodges Suitable for Single, Double, Twin & Family Occupancy Family Lodge Sleeps up to 4 - 2 Lodges with both king-size bed & single bed 1 Lodge wi...

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Mullion Cove Hotel · Mullion

Prices from £75 to £185
Mullion Cove Hotel - self-catering holiday accommodation in Mullion
Location: Mullion
Nearest beach: 0-1 mile

Short breaks available

Mullion Cove Hotel
01326 240328
Bed & BreakfastSelf CateringHotel

AA3 Star

Stay in Mullion, surrounded by the coast, countryside and villages that make North Cornwall so special. Looking for self-catering holiday accommodation? Mullion Cove Hotel is ideally placed in Mullion. The nearest beach is within about a mile. Stays here come with coastal and sea views. There is also a swimming pool on site. Take a short B&B break to explore the area. Parking is available at the property. Short breaks are available.

The Mullion Cove Hotel is perfect for Cornwall holidays and is situated in the Lizard Peninsula in South Cornwall & stands on the cliff top overlooking the stunning harbour and fishing cove.

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Falmouth Holiday Homes · Falmouth

Prices from £295 to £3995
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Falmouth Holiday Homes - self-catering holiday accommodation in Falmouth
Sleeps: 10+ max.
Suitable for large groups
Location: Falmouth
Nearest beach: 0-1 mile
Saturday changeover
Sunday changeover

Short breaks available

Falmouth Holiday Homes
01326 567344

Limited disabled facilities

Self Catering

Stay in Falmouth, surrounded by the coast, countryside and villages that make North Cornwall so special. Looking for self-catering holiday accommodation? Falmouth Holiday Homes is ideally placed in Falmouth. Riverside paths nearby are ideal for gentle walks. Sleeping up to 10+ guests, it also suits larger family groups. The nearest beach is within about a mile. It is an ideal spot for a Cornish holiday, with sea views from the property. Parking is available at the property. Dogs are welcome – ask the owners about their pet policy. There are also some facilities for guests with limited mobility. Short breaks are available. Online availability makes booking easy.

We welcome dogs in many properties, provide all linen and towels and supply highchairs and travel cots.

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Franchis Holiday Park - self-catering holiday accommodation in Helston
Sleeps: 10+ max.
Suitable for large groups
Location: Helston
Nearest beach: 1-3 miles
Franchis Holiday Park
01326 240301
Self CateringCamping & TouringHoliday Park

Base your North Cornwall holiday in Helston, a great base for beach days, coastal walks and relaxed evenings. Looking for self-catering holiday accommodation? Franchis Holiday Park is ideally placed in Helston. Its rural setting means countryside walks are close at hand. Sleeping up to 10+ guests, it also suits larger family groups. Beaches are within one to three miles. Parking is available at the property.

We have 38 touring pitches all with electric hook up, as well as 3 holiday chalets.

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An Mordros Hotel · Porthleven

An Mordros Hotel - self-catering holiday accommodation in Porthleven
Sleeps: 8 max.
Suitable for large groups
Location: Porthleven
Nearest beach: 0-1 mile

Short breaks available

An Mordros Hotel
01326 562236
07880 503808
Self Catering

Explore the North Cornwall coast from Porthleven, surrounded by the coast, countryside and villages that make North Cornwall so special. Looking for self-catering holiday accommodation? An Mordros Hotel is ideally placed in Porthleven. Sleeping up to 8 guests, it also suits larger family groups. The nearest beach is within about a mile. Stays here come with coastal and sea views. Short breaks are available.

An Mordros self-catering suites with outstanding views over Porthleven Harbour, the UKs most Southerly working port.

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Simply Sea Views · Porthleven

Prices from £440 to £1000
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Simply Sea Views - self-catering holiday accommodation in Porthleven
Sleeps: 10+ max.
Suitable for large groups
Location: Porthleven
Nearest beach: 0-1 mile

Short breaks available

Simply Sea Views
01326 741090
Self Catering

Discover Porthleven, surrounded by the coast, countryside and villages that make North Cornwall so special. Looking for self-catering holiday accommodation? Simply Sea Views is ideally placed in Porthleven. Sleeping up to 10+ guests, it also suits larger family groups. The nearest beach is within about a mile. The property offers holiday accommodation with coastal and sea views. Parking is available at the property. Your dog is welcome to stay – contact the owners for details. Short breaks are available. Online availability makes booking easy.

Coastal Holiday Cottages in Cornwall - Simply Sea Views has a range of holiday cottages From cosy fishermens cottages overlooking bustling harbours to contemporary retreats set over golden Cornish beaches.

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Little Tolmennor Barn & Breage – Frequently Asked Questions

Little Tolmennor Barn is not currently advertising on Cornwall Online. For availability and bookings please contact the owners directly on 01736 763250 (website: www.littletolmennorbarn.co.uk), or browse the holiday accommodation listed nearby.

The barn is at Trew, Breage, near Helston (TR13 9NF), at the end of a quiet country lane with views over Tregonning Hill. Porthleven is about 3 miles away, Helston about 4 miles, and Falmouth around 30 minutes by car.

It is a cosy one-bedroom cottage for two, with a king-size bed and an en-suite wet room on the ground floor and an upside-down living area and kitchen upstairs.

One dog has been welcome by arrangement. Please check the current dog policy and any charge with the owners when booking.

Tregonning Hill is a granite hill between Breage and Germoe with an Iron Age hillfort on the summit and sweeping views over Mount’s Bay and the Lizard. It is also where William Cookworthy found china clay in the 1740s. Footpaths lead from the barn over the hill to the National Trust’s Godolphin estate.

Porthleven and Loe Bar are about 3 miles away, and Praa Sands, a mile-long sandy surf beach, is around 10 minutes by car. The Lizard coves and Marazion are also within easy reach.

Serpentine is a dark green to red rock, formed from the Earth’s mantle and altered by seawater, that makes up much of the Lizard Peninsula – the best place to see it is Kynance Cove. Read more in our Lizard geology guide.

Yes – the barn is central for the far west, from Falmouth to Newquay and from the Lizard to St Ives, with St Michael’s Mount, Penzance and the Lizard Peninsula all within around half an hour.

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