10/10 Exceptional
Frank
20 Sept 2023All areas were spotless. A very peaceful ambience and excellent breakfasts
Old Temperance House
B&B in Helston
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Enjoy your visit to Helston with a stay at Old Temperance House. 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.
9.6
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
Room options
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Showing 3 of 3 rooms
Superior Double Room, Ensuite (Baileys)
10.0Exceptional
3 reviews
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 1 King Bed
- Free wired internet
Classic Twin Room, Private Bathroom (across Hall, Cointreau)
8.0Very good
1 review
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 2 Single Beds
- Free wired internet
Comfort Double Room, Ensuite (Champagne)
10.0Exceptional
1 review
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Double Bed
- Free wired internet
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About the area
Old Temperance House, The Square, St Keverne, Helston, England, TR12 6NA
What's nearby
- Porthoustock Beach - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
- South West Coast Path Section 28 Trailhead - 4 min drive - 2.4 km
- Carbis Bay Beach - 56 min drive - 53.5 km
- St Ives Harbour - 58 min drive - 56.9 km
- Porthmeor Beach - 59 min drive - 57.2 km
Getting around
- Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall) - 81 min drive
- Redruth Station - 28 min drive
- Camborne Station - 32 min drive
- St Erth Station - 32 min drive
Restaurants
- The Ferryboat Inn - 25 min drive
- The Red Lion - 26 min drive
- The Shipwrights Arms - 12 min drive
- Above The Bay - 28 min drive
- New Yard Restaurant - 12 min drive
About this property
Old Temperance House
- Enjoy your visit to Helston with a stay at Old Temperance House. 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.
At a glance
Hotel size
- 4 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
- Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
- Minimum check-in age – 15
- Check-out time is 10:00 AM
- Contactless check-out
Special check-in instructions
- There is no front desk at this property
- Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
- This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
- To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
- Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Required at check-in
- Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
- Government-issued photo ID may be required
- Minimum check-in age is 15
Children
- Children (12 years old and younger) are not allowed
Pets
- Pets not allowed
Internet
- Free WiFi in public areas
- Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
- Free on-site self-parking
- Free off-site parking nearby
Other information
- Smoke-free property
Property amenities
What to do
- Beach nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Snorkelling nearby
Facilities
- Safe-deposit box at front desk
- Terrace
Accessibility
- Area rugs in room
- Tile flooring in room
- Deep-pile carpet in room
Room amenities
Be entertained
- DVD player
- Flat-screen television
Home comfort
- Heating
- Iron/ironing board
- Window screens
Sleep well
- Blackout curtains
- Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
- Soap and shampoo
- Hairdryer
- Towels
- Toilet paper
Stay connected
- Free WiFi
More
- Weekly housekeeping
- In-room safe
- Local maps
- Restaurant dining guide
Fees & policies
Policies
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Long-term renters welcome.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit on-site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
Also known as
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Old Temperance House Bed & breakfast
Old Temperance House Bed & breakfast Helston
Frequently asked questions
Are pets allowed at Old Temperance House?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Old Temperance House?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Old Temperance House?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Contactless check-out is available.
What is there to do at Old Temperance House and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities such as fishing, hiking and snorkelling.
What's the area around Old Temperance House like?
Old Temperance House is a short 1-minute walk from Cornwall National Landscape and 16 minutes' walk from Godrevy Cove Beach.
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Old Temperance House Reviews
Exceptional
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9.8
Cleanliness
9.0
Location
10
Staff & service
9.8
Property conditions & facilities
What guests liked
- Breakfast options were excellent and the food was perfectly cooked and very tasty. (6 reviews)
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Popular mentions
BreakfastLocationRoomAccomodation TypePubBed10/10 Exceptional
Einhard
18 Sept 2023Choice of breakfast options; excellent location, also convenient for travellers arriving by public transport. Each room is differently (and tastefully) decorated.
8/10 Very good
bernard
1 Aug 2025Situated 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
10/10 Exceptional
Kay
21 Jun 2024Old 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
10/10 Exceptional
Julie
24 Jul 2025This 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.
10/10 Exceptional
WENDY
7 Sept 2024Room was clean and fresh, modern appliances but with old world charm
10/10 Exceptional
Elisa
11 Sept 2023Lovely spot to enjoy beautiful Cornwall.
10/10 Exceptional
Herbert
20 May 2025Spot on visit.
Pleasant welcome, no hassle, everything well explained, plus Wi-Fi info.
10/10 Exceptional
Peter
7 Jul 2019Very friendly owners made us feel welcome.
Everywhere was spotlessly clean.
Very enjoyable stay we would happily return c
10/10 Exceptional
Tanya
26 May 2023Friendly, good breakfast with fresh fruit and hot croissant, comfortable bed. A bit noisy in the morning.
10/10 Exceptional
Stephen
28 Aug 2022St 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.
8/10 Very good
Martin
24 Sept 2026Sehr zuvorkommender netter Gastgeber, sehr leckeres und individuelles Frühstück. Großer Schlafraum und großes Bad nach engl. Standard. Unbedingt sollte man die Roskilly-s Farm besuchen.
10/10 Exceptional
Andrew Paul
3 Jun 2022Excellent 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!
10/10 Exceptional
Verified traveller
15 Sept 2021A 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.
8/10 Very good
Verified traveller
29 Aug 2021Really enjoyed our stay and thanks to Kevin for our fab breakfast fresh locally sourced ingredients. Would defo stay here again.
8/10 Very good
Michelle
26 Aug 2021Lovely 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 😊
10/10 Exceptional
Verified traveller
22 Aug 2021very good covid observance-nothing too dislike
10/10 Exceptional
Verified traveller
5 Jul 2021all good no complaints
8/10 Very good
Dawn
3 Jul 2021Fantastic Location
Fantastic location and comfortable accommodation
10/10 Exceptional
Verified traveller
10 Jun 2021It 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
10/10 Exceptional
Martin
25 May 2021Perfect 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.
10/10 Exceptional
Ian
8 Oct 2019Wonderfully 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
10/10 Exceptional
ANDREAS
13 Aug 2019Nette Gastgeber
10/10 Exceptional
Verified traveller
4 Aug 2019Excellent B&B. Very welcoming host. Superb breakfast. Spotlessly clean. Tastefully decorated. Will definitely go there again.
8/10 Very good
john
24 Jul 2019cannot be faulted
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