Just down the road from Trebah is the National Trust garden, Glendurgan. With rich and varied plant life with everything from a ‘jungle’ to banks of wildflowers, the valley of Glendurgan leads down to the picture perfect hamlet of Durgan and a beach right on the Helford River....
The St Michaels Blog
Our blog is the place where we get to rave about all the great things our guests can see and do in Falmouth and across Cornwall.
The best beaches. Dog-friendly walks near the hotel. Our guide to bars and eateries. Attractions you can't miss. Our guide to the best events, festivals and live music taking place across Cornwall. Plus much, much more...
Recent Posts
Stand up paddle boarding
It's about the warmth of sun on your face. It's about the taste of salt on your lips. It's about a new feeling of exhilaration....
A Helford River cruise
Leave your worries behind as you cruise out of Falmouth on board the famous blue and yellow MV Princessa. On a warm summer's evening what could be more relaxing?...
A day in St Mawes
Falmouth isn't just about fantastic beaches and boats bobbing in the bay - it has a rich heritage and fascinating history, and all minutes away from St Michaels. ...
Top 10 beaches in Cornwall
From the surf scene to the barely seen, Cornwall has over 300 beaches to choose from. Some are just sandy little crescents nestled at the foot of towering cliffs, others are sweeping expanses of sand that fringe our estuaries and bays....
Retail therapy
Cobbled streets, hidden gems and independent offerings that draw you in - uncover a different way to shop. With specialist shops settled next to high-street staples, a wander through Falmouth’s winding street will leave your shopping hunger sated....