Helston is a lively, historic market town with plenty of culture and entertainment for the whole family. This is a great base to discover The Lizard, as it is situated on the northern neck of this magnificent peninsular. You can start with the nearby Loe Pool, Cornwall’s largest fresh water lake, which used to be the river that gave this town its role as an important port.

Now the waterways are divided from the ocean by a strip of sand called Loe Bar. Porthleven, an historic and classic Cornish port is also a short drive away and Helston is just a short drive from the holiday resorts of Penzance and Falmouth for those who need some more action. Browse the self-catering Helston cottages listed here and choose from family friendly cottages that sleep 4 or more guests.