You’re probably a bit busy, so we’ll cut to the chase…

OK, the bottom line is there’s ‘dog friendly’ and there’s ‘dog friendly’…you can search for hours online and you’ll find loads that do the first kind: one small, well behaved dog or some similar restrictions. Come on, get real…we’re dog owners, we like stupid, big, bouncy dogs who love life, that’s the fun of it – isn’t it?

Helsbury is stunning and we work super hard to keep it that way and we won’t compromise on our offer – and above all we know it’s your holiday and you want to relax and enjoy yourselves. You might look at our prices and suck your teeth, and there are plenty cheaper and there are quite a few more expensive but Helsbury helps you unwind.

We do everything we can to help, is almost 100 acres on the doorstep enough? Tranquil woods, a pond and a river! Slate floors – they clean up pretty well. Wood fires to keep you warm. Beautiful interiors. Spacious living areas. Ensuite bathrooms. A multitude of places to go with your dog nearby including restaurants, gardens, beaches, woodland walks and moorland rambles.  These are the good days.

People say to us: “is it OK to leave the dog in the property while we go out?” Our answer is: Why would you want to? This is a holiday where your dog is part of the holiday not an inconvenience or a hindrance. We love dogs, we love Cornwall, we love good food, we love art, we love cycling, we love the beach – come and have a piece of it.

Oh yeah, people are allowed too. And if you haven’t noticed we’ve got this swimming pool thing too, you’re probably not bothered about it, don’t worry, pretend I didn’t mention it.