10/10 Exceptional
All areas were spotless. A very peaceful ambience and excellent breakfasts
Frank
Frank, 3-night trip
Old Temperance House
B&B in Helston
Experience the charming Old Temperance House, where a warm welcome awaits. Indulge in the scenic views from the terrace and stay connected with in-room WiFi. Guests can enjoy peace of mind with free self parking and smoke-free premises.
Exceptional
Popular amenities
- Free parking
- Free Wi-Fi
- Non-smoking
Main amenities (4)
- Weekly housekeeping
- Near the beach
- Terrace
- Front desk safe
Feel at home (6)
- Terrace
- DVD player
- Blackout curtains
- Flat-screen TV
- Limited housekeeping
- Free self-parking
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Superior Double Room, Ensuite (Baileys)
Exceptional
Highlights
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
- Sleeps 2
- 1 King Bed
Classic Twin Room, Private Bathroom (across Hall, Cointreau)
Very good
Highlights
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Detached private bathroom
Free bottled water
- Sleeps 2
- 2 Single Beds
Comfort Double Room, Ensuite (Champagne)
Exceptional
Highlights
Separate dining area
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Memory foam bed
Blackout curtains
Detached private bathroom
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Double Bed
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Old Temperance House, The Square, St Keverne, Helston, England, TR12 6NA
About this property
Old Temperance House
Old Temperance House is a great choice for a stay in Helston. Freebies such as WiFi and self-parking are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can experience the nearby hiking/biking trails and snorkelling.
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Old Temperance House Reviews
Exceptional
9.8
Cleanliness
9.0
Location
9.8
Staff & service
9.4
Eco-friendliness
9.8
Property conditions & facilities
What guests liked
- Breakfasts were perfectly cooked and offered a variety of tasty options including fresh fruit and hot croissants. (6 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.Popular mentions
BreakfastLocationRoomPubAccomodation TypeBed10/10 Exceptional
Choice of breakfast options; excellent location, also convenient for travellers arriving by public transport. Each room is differently (and tastefully) decorated.
Einhard
Einhard, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Situated in the village square two local pubs where meals are available a few steps away. Owner made porridge especially not normally on the menu cooked breakfast had everything ideal for visiting local coast of the lizard
bernard
bernard, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
This is our 3rd stay at the Old Temperance House. It is a fabulous place in the centre of St Keverne. A luxurious bedroom and bathroom and a fabulous breakfast. Kevin and Claire are lovely hosts. We would highly recommend this place to anyone wanting a home from home and a great base to explore the south coast of Cornwall.
Julie
Julie, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Old Temperance House
A fabulous B&B situated in the village square in St Keverne. We were made to feel most welcome by host Kevin and loved our spacious room- Baileys, with its huge ensuite and bay window overlooking the village square. Fab Cornish breakfast too
Kay
Kay, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Room was clean and fresh, modern appliances but with old world charm
WENDY
WENDY, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Lovely spot to enjoy beautiful Cornwall.
Elisa
Elisa, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Spot on visit.
Pleasant welcome, no hassle, everything well explained, plus Wi-Fi info.
Herbert
Herbert, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Very friendly owners made us feel welcome.
Everywhere was spotlessly clean.
Very enjoyable stay we would happily return c
Peter
Peter, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Friendly, good breakfast with fresh fruit and hot croissant, comfortable bed. A bit noisy in the morning.
Tanya
Tanya, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
St Keverne stay.
A lovely house run by lovely people. Very welcoming and helpful. Breakfasts really good. Our room and bathroom were spotlessly clean. An excellent base for exploring the tip of Cornwall. A couple of good pubs within very easy walking distance.
Stephen
Stephen, 7-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Excellent B&B.
Great hospitality from Claire and Kevin. Room spotless and comfortable. Perfectly cooked and tasty breakfast. Excellent location and well situated. I thoroughly enjoyed my stay. Many thanks!
Andrew Paul
Andrew Paul, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
A Gem OF A Find
Excellent stay and would highly recommend The Old Temperance House . Definitely will return if we were wanting accommodation in this area.
Verified traveller
3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Really enjoyed our stay and thanks to Kevin for our fab breakfast fresh locally sourced ingredients. Would defo stay here again.
Verified traveller
2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Lovely stay in St Keverne
We stayed at OTC for 10 nights. Overall, we had a pleasant stay, with no major issues.
Plus points:
- lovely room with a comfortable bed (we stayed in Champagne)
- large ensuite with powerful, hot shower and deep bath, dressing table and a mirror you could use to do hair and makeup (I find this is lacking in most guesthouses and even hotels!)
- Good breakfasts. I liked how they are delivered to your room. I'm not a morning person and like to eat breakfast in my dressing gown!
- Good supplies of tea, coffee, biscuits etc on demand.
- Free parking in the village! This saved us so much money.
- Lovely location, set in a village square with two excellent pubs 30 seconds walk away. Spar shop open until 10pm each evening.
Things we think could have been improved:
- Just one thing, really. We understand concerns around covid, and this may be a little unfair, but it did slightly impact our experience. We stayed 10 nights and our room really could have done with a vacuum halfway through. Eating breakfast and dragging in sand from the beach (we tried to minimise this) meant things were looking and feeling a little grubby towards the end of our stay. We would have loved a change of bedding too. We were offered a change, but we'd have to do it ourselves, which is not what you come on holiday for.
All in all, a pleasant break. Ideal for shorter stays. Would recommend 😊
Michelle
Michelle, 10-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
very good covid observance-nothing too dislike
Verified traveller
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
all good no complaints
Verified traveller
2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Fantastic Location
Fantastic location and comfortable accommodation
Dawn
Dawn, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
It was in a nice quiet location but still near to to local area to visit fantastic room and bed was amazing best night sllep for ages owner charming def would recommend
Verified traveller
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Perfect Place to stay
Tastefully decorated,ample sized room, overlooking the square. Good sized bathroom, both immaculate. The host, Kevin, was very friendly & served the most delicious breakfasts. Took care with following Covid regulations too. Very pretty little town, a good location for us to explore Cornwall on our 3 night stay. Fab place , really enjoyed the stay.
Martin
Martin, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Wonderfully welcoming
From the moment we arrived our hosts was very welcoming, the room was small but adequate , immaculately clean with tea,coffee and a couple of biscuits, for a nice change the was ample hangers in the wardrobe and , the bathroom was again immaculate with a lovely shower ,toiletries supplied in case you have missed packing something , you are asked why you would like for breakfast and at what time when you arrive so everything was fresh and piping hot .each of the rooms an named after drinks , we stayed in pimms
All in all a great bed and breakfast wth exceptional hosts ,
The local area is quite stunning so as a base to set of on your adventure in Cornwall it ideal
My wife and I would hole heartedly recommend This establishment and will definitely return
Ian
Ian, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
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ANDREAS
ANDREAS, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Excellent B&B. Very welcoming host. Superb breakfast. Spotlessly clean. Tastefully decorated. Will definitely go there again.
Verified traveller
6-night trip
8/10 Very good
cannot be faulted
john
john, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
John
John, 3-night trip
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