Farm holidays and farm stays at Gillan and St Keverne

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A farm holiday at Gillan and St Keverne is a lovely way to enjoy the Cornish countryside. Gillan and St Keverne is on the north-eastern side of the Lizard Peninsula, near the mouth of the Helford River, and farm cottages, farmhouse B&Bs and farm campsites in the area offer space, fresh air and a slower pace of life.

There are small beaches at Gillan and Flushing Cove, with Porthallow and Coverack a short drive away. The Helford River, Falmouth and Flushing and Feock are all within easy reach. Each farm sets its own facilities and rules on pets, so check the listing and contact the owner direct to book – no booking fees.

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Farm holidays and farm stays at Gillan and St Keverne

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With few properties listed at Gillan and St Keverne, here are more owner-advertised properties within easy reach in West Cornwall.

Trevalgan Holiday Barns

From 500 to 900
St Ives · Self-catering · sleeps 2

Owner-run a self-catering holiday let in St Ives: Trevalgan Holiday Barns is a short drive from Gillan and St Keverne and well placed for Cornwall. Check the facilities below, then contact the owner for availability. Parking is available for guests.

“Enjoy the peace of the countryside with bustling St Ives just 2 miles down the road. During the main season buses run daily to St Ives.” – the owner

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Gadles Farm Cottages

From 280 to 800
Truro · Self-catering · sleeps 4

Staying at Gadles Farm Cottages puts you in Truro, a short drive from Gillan and St Keverne. It is a self-catering holiday let with the coast an easy drive away, and there are no agency fees when you book. Parking is available for guests.

“Two delightful self-catering holiday cottages, each sleeping 4/5. Situated in the perfect location for exploring Cornwalls countryside, gardens, coasts, sailing waters and cycle trails.” – the owner

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Newquay · Glamping · sleeps 8

Owner-run a glamping site in Newquay: Penvose Farm Coarse Fishing is a short drive from Gillan and St Keverne and well placed for Cornwall. Check the facilities below, then contact the owner for availability. Wi-Fi / internet access is available.

“Penvose Farm - coarse fishing all the year round , Penvose Farm offers a unique fishing experience with its four coarse fishing lakes. The farm is located near Cornwall Airport Newquay and provides a peaceful setting for anglers.” – the owner

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Skillywadden Barn

From 350 to 675
St Ives · Self-catering · sleeps 4

Skillywadden Barn in St Ives gives you a self-catering holiday let as your base for Cornwall. Days out on foot, by bike or by car start from the door, and you book direct with the people who run it. Wi-Fi / internet access is available.

“Recently converted detached granite barn within a small farmhouse complex, Situated in an area of outstanding natural beauty within three miles of St Ives and ideally placed for exploring the West Penwith coastal paths that cover this peninsula and lead you to Lands End.” – the owner

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St Ives · Self-catering · sleeps 4

Sleeping up to 4, Trevalgan Holidays is a self-catering holiday let in St Ives. It makes a practical base for Cornwall, with a beach less than a mile away. Larger family groups can be catered for.

“Two lovely self catering holiday barns each sleeping 2 people at Trevalgan Farm - situated just off the spectacular coast road between St Ives and Zennor.Our holiday barns are set in an area surrounded by wonderful scenery, with bracken covered hills andrugged cliffs covered in heather and gorse.” – the owner

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Zennor, St Ives · Self-catering · sleeps 4

Staying at Cringlers Barn puts you in Zennor and St Ives, a short drive from Gillan and St Keverne. It is a self-catering holiday let with sandy beaches one to three miles away, and there are no agency fees when you book. Short breaks are offered outside the main season.

“Cringlers Barn is situated on a working Guernsey Dairy Farm in the idyllic village of Zennor. Zennor is located five miles west of St Ives.” – the owner

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Lands End · Bed & Breakfast · sleeps 6

Staying at Trendrennen Farm puts you in Lands End, a short drive from Gillan and St Keverne. It is bed and breakfast with sandy beaches one to three miles away, and there are no agency fees when you book. Parking is available for guests.

“Charming family run bed and breakfast accommodation experiencing extensive sea and coastal views.We are within easy walking distance of The Minack Theatre,Porthcurno beach and the 2 local inns. 3 Double Bed rooms - two ensuite - one with private bathroom” – the owner

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Borah Farm Cottages

From 440 to 1840
Lamorna, St Buryan , Penzance · Glamping · sleeps 6

Borah Farm Cottages in Lamorna, St Buryan and Penzance gives you a glamping site as your base for Cornwall. Days out on foot, by bike or by car start from the door, and you book direct with the people who run it. Parking is available for guests.

“Set in a delightful, sunny farm setting near Lamorna Cove. Close to coastal footpath, sandy beaches & many popular attractions.” – the owner

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Gillan and St Keverne holidays – FAQs

Gillan and St Keverne is on the north-eastern side of the Lizard Peninsula, near the mouth of the Helford River, about 5 miles from Falmouth.

There are small beaches at Gillan and Flushing Cove, with Porthallow and Coverack a short drive away.

The nearest railway station is Falmouth Town, on the Maritime Line from Truro, about 5 miles away.

A farm holiday is a stay on or beside a farm, usually in a converted farm cottage or barn, a farmhouse bed and breakfast or a farm campsite, with countryside all around. Facilities vary, so check each listing.

Each farm links to its own website. You book directly with the owners, with no booking fees or commission from Cornwall Online.

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