The Stannary

Customer rating

3.5★

3 Guests
2 Bedrooms
1 Bathroom
Pets Yes
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Features

Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

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* Based on a combined average customer score

13 Customer Review(s)

Philip
December 2025

“This was our third stay in The Stannary as it is perfect for us and our small dog, being in the heart of Helston, close to the pubs, cafes and shops and an excellent base for exploring West Cornwall.”

The apartment is comfortable and well fitted out but the stairs to the apartment are quite steep and narrow, so wouldn’t be good for anyone with mobility issues. In the heart of the town there will always be some traffic noise, which never bothered us, nor did the “bonging” of the Town Hall clock opposite. And The Beehive late night bar, a couple of doors down, was only noisy on a couple of nights over Christmas, which is understandable. Overall, another lovely stay in a great apartment ...

The apartment is comfortable and well fitted out but the stairs to the apartment are quite steep and narrow, so wouldn’t be good for anyone with mobility issues. In the heart of the town there will always be some traffic noise, which never bothered us, nor did the “bonging” of the Town Hall clock opposite. And The Beehive late night bar, a couple of doors down, was only noisy on a couple of nights over Christmas, which is understandable. Overall, another lovely stay in a great apartment in a good location and the welcome gifts were a nice touch, too. Another great Christmas in Helston for us!

- Philip, December 2025

We are glad you had an enjoyable stay at The Stannary Property Owner
Philip September 2025

“The fire alarm in the entire block where the flat is situated had a fault so went off at 3AM one night and 2AM two nights later.”

Not ideal. Under the flat there is a nightclub which stays open until 4AM. The music can be clearly heard within the flat even when wearing ear plugs. The street below gets very noisy at kicking out time. There is a clock on the town hall directly opposite the single glazed bedroom windows which loudly chimes the hour (eleven chimes for eleven PM etc) every hour. All of this meant it was impossible to get any sleep in the flat. Which is such a shame, as the flat itself was clean, well kept, included lots of thoughtful touches and is situated in a very charming Cornish town. Plus the instructions and communication from Sykes Cottages has been faultless. I honestly can’t see how it is considered viable as a holiday rental. I guess I was unlucky with the faulty alarm and perhaps someone might rent it out who wants to commit to the Helston nightclub scene. But even then, they’d be woken up every hour by the chimes on the town clock. I can only assume the flat doesn’t get any repeat customers.

- Philip, September 2025
Graham September 2025

“Inside the building are cameras, no notice to inform of existence, or where to access database, in respect of data collection.”

Fire safety may need addressing as poss wrong extinguisher, and exit directions vague. Stairs not suitable for anyone carrying a few pounds, and if an ambulance was required, removal would be hampered by layout. Cleanliness was spot on. After a day of using cooker and shower, lots of marks show on walls. Extraction with high ceilings has not been addressed. Overall, the area was awesome and we did not have an issue, so we had a great experience.

- Graham, September 2025
Deborah June 2025

“A fantastic, clean and well-equipped flat right on the high street, great for transport links, and access to the many bars and restaurants.”

Perfect for our needs and would happily stay again, but I wouldn't recommend to those with children or impaired mobility as the stairs to the flat are very steep. It can get very noisy in the evenings, but that's the price you pay for the great location!

- Deborah, June 2025
Sarah August 2024

“Flat had dog smells on all rugs & in both bedrooms so clearly previous customers have allowed dogs in bedrooms.”

Hoover also stank of dog. Master bed had numerous dog treats left under it. Maintenance man there several days but no communication - we had to dodge dynorod & the entrance left with a bin over where the floor had been taken up & the smell of raw sewage for 3 days. Noise from the high street was horrendous from the various bars & nightclubs Thursday - Monday which was then taken over by traffic noise & delivery lorries. Had the door buzzer pressed by drunken people passing by during the early hours. Had to purchase earplugs but even with these , we had little sleep. Flat was very warm but couldn’t open the windows due to all the noise outside. Fan in bathroom isn’t powerful so after showers , the room is wet through. Tv in front room is very temperamental Basic cooking equipment. Car parking also horrendous - an extra expense after an overpriced & disappointing accommodation.

- Sarah, August 2024

Thank you for taking the time to leave feedback, we have passed on your points to the housekeeping team. Unfortunately there seemed to be an emergency that Dynorod had to deal with. Helston can have a healthy hustle bustle of a town so can be lively at times. Property Owner
Gordon May 2024

“Ideal for anyone who is deaf.”

For everyone else, the combination of a busy road junction, the Town Hall clock opposite chiming every hour, and carousing drunks until about 3am on Friday and Saturday nights is likely to severely impact on the ability to sleep. The property desperately needs double- or triple-glazing. The listing stated that parking was free overnight at the nearby car park and £2 per day - in reality it is now charged 24/7 at £4.60 for 12 hours.

- Gordon, May 2024

Thank you for taking the time to leave feedback following your stay at The Stannary. We are sorry to hear about the night time noise during some of your stay and will look in to ways to improve this. Property Owner
Eve March 2024

“This was our second stay at the Stannary and gave to admit that after our fabulous first stay we were disappointed.”

The apartment was not is a clean state, there was lots of dust on top of picture frames, four frames, skirting etc. there were marks on the walls as if a fizz pop had exploded and the bathroom had been ‘surface’ cleaned but when sat in the bath and looking up the shower & poles were dirty. When I went to put a wash load on, the cupboard door fell off because it was only attached by a magnet and the door had come away from the door hinges. As we were worried this would fall off and injury our daughter or our dog, my husband went to the DIY shop over the road and bought things to fix it with. On another note, it would be helpful to have the address and postcode of the apartment clearly stated in the handbook in the section about where the nearest hospital etc is. My husband had a stroke on the Tuesday morning whilst eating breakfast and when I dialled 999 I was unable to find the information needed. Thank you. Eve Andrew

- Eve, March 2024
Tina February 2024

“The Stannary was a lovely apartment and had all we needed for our weekend away.”

The only downside is that it is in the middle of the town next to a late opening pub/nightclub and both Friday and Saturday night we were kept awake by shouting and fighting from 2am until 5amish. All in all it was lovely and would stay again in the Stannary if we could move it's location!!

- Tina, February 2024
John October 2023

“Fabulous apartment very clean and spacious with all amenities needed for a good holiday”

- John, October 2023

We are delighted to hear you enjoyed your stay at The Stannary and hope to welcome you back soon. Property Owner
Anne September 2023

“The property was lovely clean but feel it’s not for someone with disability about the stairs they was to steep.”

And we found it very noisy outside to 3 nights of the week, people gathering opposite the apartment until early hours found it very hard to relax.I wouldn’t stay there again but would recommend it to the younger generation. We had problems with the hod couldn’t cook and the lounge TV wasn’t to good I had to keep trying switch it off then back on very hard when socket behind TV. Otherwise was ok

- Anne, September 2023

Thank you for taking the time to leave feedback following your stay at The Stannary. We are sorry to hear about the night time noise during some of your stay and will ensure the hob and TV is looked into. Property Owner
Jaki April 2023

“Lovely apartment.”

Beautiful and clean and spacious. Thank you.

- Jaki, April 2023

We are delighted to see you enjoyed your stay at The Stannary! Property Owner
Eve February 2023

“What a wonderful place we have found!”

This apartment is absolutely beautiful and the location is great - right in the centre of town and just a short walk down hill from the £2 per day carpark. It was initially difficult to find as there are no 'outside' photos included but for anyone booking it is on the corner of Coinage Street - the door in-between the estate agents and Helston Escape Rooms. The apartment lost a point for comfort as on a Friday and Saturday night it is extremely noisy until around 3am with music and people leaving local venues, it did not bother our 7 year old but did wake my husband and I. Apart from the noise this is an ideal place and we have booked our return visit! Oh and The Meadry a few doors up is delicious!!!

- Eve, February 2023

Hi Eve, Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We will try to update the access information so that the property location is clearer for guests. We look forward to welcoming you again soon :) Property Owner
Nigel October 2022

“This is without doubt one of the nicest holiday properties you could ever wish to stay.”

The attention to detail by the owners is exceptional and the 'little touches' set this apart from other properties we have stayed in. Along with a welcome pack, we were provided toiletries, pampering kits and everything else we could need. The standard of the finish is amazing, lovely big bed, quality bedding etc. The bathroom is great, with a super shower! We would have given The Stanneries a 5* review but there are a couple of things which slightly took the gloss off of our stay, which are nothing to do with the standard of the property itself but should be pointed out. The flat is situated right on the junction of the 2 main streets in Helston so there is a fair bit of noise from traffic and pedestrians. The Guild Hall us directly opposite and has the 'Town Hall clock' which chimes on the hour all through the night, a lovely feature but unfortunately it is only about 10 yards from the bedroom windows. Expect some noise from people leaving pubs etc. Parking is a short walk away in Wendron Street but be aware you need to get your ticket before 8.00 (only £2 for whole day) or you could get a fine. All in all this is a lovely property and everything you could need is provided, many thanks to the owners and Sykes Cottages for a very nice short stay

- Nigel, October 2022

Thank you so much for taking the time to provide us with such lovely feedback. You were amongst the first guests to stay in the property and therefore feedback is really appreciated. We are overjoyed to hear that you rate the property so highly and we hope to welcome you back soon :) Property Owner

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Summary

First-floor apartment
Two bedrooms: 1 x double with Smart TV, 1 x single
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC
Open-plan living area with kitchen, dining and sitting area
Central heating
Electric oven and induction hob, microwave, fridge, freezer
2 x Smart TV, WiFi
Fuel and power inc in rent
Bed linen and towels inc in rent
Parking in nearby car park, charges apply
Two small dogs welcome, additional charge
Sorry, no smoking
Shop and pub 0.1 miles, beach 2.7 miles
Note: There is no outside space
Note: Internal stairs to property is steep with 18 steps
CCTV in communal areas for security only, not manned 24/7.

The property

This well-presented, first-floor apartment rests in the town centre of Helston, a bustling town serving as a gateway to the Lizard Peninsula.

This spacious apartment is perfect for couples or a small family wishing to experience Cornwall's charm because it has a modern finish throughout.

Enter the open-concept living area after a day of touring, where you may take over the kitchen or relax on the couch and watch TV on the Smart TV.

Enter the bathroom, which is well furnished and offers a bath and a shower so you may choose how to freshen up.

When it gets dark, retire to the double bedroom to catch up on sleep; with a little one sleeping in the single bedroom.

The popular 15th-century Blue Anchor Inn, which has its own skittle alley, live music, and an on-site brewery where you can sample local brews, is just one of the excellent amenities that Helston has to offer.

Take a quick journey to Porthleven if you want to spend the day on the beach.

There, you may explore the beach and enjoy activities like sunbathing, paddling, or fishing.

Continue your journey to Falmouth, a bustling city with lots to see and do and known for being home to the National Maritime Museum, Pendennis Castle, and Swanpool Beach.

The Porthleven Beach Cliffs offer beautiful trails for anyone who want to get some exercise, and the Lizard Heritage Coast is absolutely stunning.

All year long, The Stannary is a great place to take a rest in Cornwall.

EPC Rating: Band C

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £250.

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About the location

HELSTON

Porthleven 3 miles; Falmouth 12 miles; Penzance 14 miles.

Helston lies at the western gateway to the Lizard Peninsula, a large area of downland fringed by a beautiful and spectacular coastline. Helston is a pleasant busy market town famous for it's Flora Day Festival and the many stories and legends about the "Furry Dance" are told in the fascinating Helston Folk Museum. Nestled in a tranquil setting is the National Seal Sanctuary on the Helford River, where there is plenty of entertainment watching seals play and feed. Further afield is the harbour town of Falmouth to the east and Land's End to the west. Helston is a wonderful holiday destination offering plenty of attractions for the whole family. By car reach numerous outstanding beaches, including Porthleven Beach, Praa Sands Beach, and Gunwalloe Church Cove Beach, with Loe Bar offering a dog-friendly landscape, along with the chance to join the stunning Cornish coastal path.

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The Stannary

Helston, Cornwall (Ref. 1116487)

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Reviews & Ratings

“This was our third stay in The Stannary as it is perfect for us and our small dog, being in the heart of Helston, close to the pubs, cafes and shops and an excellent base for exploring West Cornwall.”

“The fire alarm in the entire block where the flat is situated had a fault so went off at 3AM one night and 2AM two nights later.”

“Inside the building are cameras, no notice to inform of existence, or where to access database, in respect of data collection.”

“A fantastic, clean and well-equipped flat right on the high street, great for transport links, and access to the many bars and restaurants.”

“Flat had dog smells on all rugs & in both bedrooms so clearly previous customers have allowed dogs in bedrooms.”

“Ideal for anyone who is deaf.”

“This was our second stay at the Stannary and gave to admit that after our fabulous first stay we were disappointed.”

“The Stannary was a lovely apartment and had all we needed for our weekend away.”

“Fabulous apartment very clean and spacious with all amenities needed for a good holiday”

“The property was lovely clean but feel it’s not for someone with disability about the stairs they was to steep.”

“Lovely apartment.”

“What a wonderful place we have found!”

“This is without doubt one of the nicest holiday properties you could ever wish to stay.”

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About the location

HELSTON