Luxury Holiday Cottages in Porthtowan
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Gwelefan
- Porthtowan, Cornwall
- Sleeps: 8 - 9
- Bedrooms: 4 i
- Bathrooms: 2
A wood-clad masterpiece designed by Kast Architects, Gwelefan sleeps nine guests and frames breath-taking ocean vistas. Its upside-down design allows for easy access onto the terrace from three of the four heavenly bedrooms, while the first floor kitchen, living and dining area is home to the best sea views in the house. Relax in the sauna, soak up the sea air from the hot tub or follow the footpath to the sunkissed sands of Porthtowan Beach – this dog-friendly home invites relaxation.
- Dog-Friendly
- Sea/Water Views
- EV Charger
- Hot Tub
- Swimming Pool
- Games/TV Room
Per week from
£1965Short breaks from
£1565
Nearby Locations: West Cornwall
Porth Enys House
- Mousehole, Cornwall
- Sleeps: 8 - 10
- Bedrooms: 5 i
- Bathrooms: 6
Boasting its very own private coastline, Porth Enys House enjoys some of the finest views in the country. Set above Mousehole Harbour, the house is surrounded by 20 acres of flower-filled gardens and is complete with a cinema room, first floor balcony and a separate 'lookout' sleeping two guests.
- Dog-Friendly
- Sea/Water Views
- EV Charger
- Hot Tub
- Swimming Pool
- Games/TV Room
Per week from
£2800Short breaks from
£2650
Compass Point
- Coverack, Cornwall
- Sleeps: 8
- Bedrooms: 4 i
- Bathrooms: 4
With transcendent views and a sunken cedar hot tub, this New England style beach house is anchored at the edge of the ocean. Sleeping up to eight guests, Compass Point transforms from airy summer aesthetic to cosy winter hideaway with ease. Dog-friendly and with Coverack Beach on your doorstep, it becomes the setting for seaside exploring and coast path trekking.
- Dog-Friendly
- Sea/Water Views
- EV Charger
- Hot Tub
- Swimming Pool
- Games/TV Room
Per week from
£2850Short breaks from
£2650
Shun Lee
- St Ives, Cornwall
- Sleeps: 14
- Bedrooms: 7 i
- Bathrooms: 7
With unparalleled views across St Ives Harbour, Shun Lee is a magnificent home with a fascinating past. Built in 1881 and extensively furnished in recent years, the spectacular interiors showcase its nautical history. Featured in The Telegraph as the ultimate party house, Shun Lee is a short walk from the beach and features a private cinema and a TV room with a pool table.
- Dog-Friendly
- Sea/Water Views
- EV Charger
- Hot Tub
- Swimming Pool
- Games/TV Room
Per week from
£3650Short breaks from
£3350
Ednovean House
- Perranuthnoe, Cornwall
- Sleeps: 12 - 14
- Bedrooms: 6 i
- Bathrooms: 6
Enjoying endless views across Mount’s Bay and Marazion, this high-spec home is ideal for sociable Cornish escapes. A slick open plan kitchen and double-ended lounge create the perfect excuse for fine dining, while an abundance of outdoor space encourages dinner and drinks al fresco. Perranuthnoe Beach sits within a 10 minute walk.
- Dog-Friendly
- Sea/Water Views
- EV Charger
- Hot Tub
- Swimming Pool
- Games/TV Room
Per week from
£2750Short breaks from
£2650
The Mouse House
- Mousehole, Cornwall
- Sleeps: 6 - 8
- Bedrooms: 4 i
- Bathrooms: 3
Endless sea views, stunning coastal walks and a picturesque harbour: just three things that make The Mouse House so special. Located in Mousehole, soak up the captivating views over the West Cornwall coastline from this charming harbourside hideaway. Also boasting a dog-friendly garden, wood burner and private parking, The Mouse House is perfect for those wishing to retreat to quintessential Cornwall.
- Dog-Friendly
- Sea/Water Views
- EV Charger
- Hot Tub
- Swimming Pool
- Games/TV Room
Per week from
£1450Short breaks from
£1300
Seathrift
- Porthleven, Cornwall
- Sleeps: 7 - 11
- Bedrooms: 5 i
- Bathrooms: 3
Frontline ocean views meet modern surf style decor in this spectacular West Cornwall home. Complete with a heated outdoor pool, pizza oven and wood burner, Seathrift is within walking distance of the foodie town of Porthleven. Soak up dramatic Cornish sunsets from the terrace after blissful afternoons exploring the coastline and harbour.
A low occupancy rate may be available for smaller groups out of season.
- Dog-Friendly
- Sea/Water Views
- EV Charger
- Hot Tub
- Swimming Pool
- Games/TV Room
Per week from
£1950Short breaks from
£1800
Breakwater
- Sennen Cove, Cornwall
- Sleeps: 10
- Bedrooms: 5 i
- Bathrooms: 3
Home to breath-taking views over Sennen Cove and beyond, this elevated sanctuary promises a rejuvenating break for families and friends. Take your pick from one of five bedrooms, hunker down in the cinema room or enjoy a dip in the hot tub - striking architecture and pure relaxation await.
A low occupancy rate may be available for smaller groups out of season.
- Dog-Friendly
- Sea/Water Views
- EV Charger
- Hot Tub
- Swimming Pool
- Games/TV Room
Per week from
£1995Short breaks from
£1795
The Old School House
- Porthleven, Cornwall
- Sleeps: 8 - 10
- Bedrooms: 4 i
- Bathrooms: 4
Overlooking Porthleven’s crashing waves from its enviable position above the harbour, The Old School House is a beautifully converted 19th century Sunday school on Cornwall's west coast. Sleeping up to 10 guests, every bedroom is finished in coastal blues, while the open plan kitchen and dining area is crisp and contemporary with incredible sea views. Spend days exploring the surrounding shoreline before returning for evenings in front of the wood burner, or challenge each other to competitive games nights in the media room.
- Dog-Friendly
- Sea/Water Views
- EV Charger
- Hot Tub
- Swimming Pool
- Games/TV Room
Per week from
£1815Short breaks from
£1515
Blue Elvin
- Newlyn, Cornwall
- Sleeps: 8
- Bedrooms: 4 i
- Bathrooms: 4
With stunning ocean views, award-winning interiors and a pretty private garden, Blue Elvin occupies an idyllic spot overlooking Newlyn Harbour in West Cornwall. Perfect for family holidays and artists’ retreats by the water, its enormous kitchen, fun-filled games room and sea-view balcony make it a fantastic space for entertaining.
- Dog-Friendly
- Sea/Water Views
- EV Charger
- Hot Tub
- Swimming Pool
- Games/TV Room
Per week from
£2015Short breaks from
£1500
Salt Spray
- Porthleven, Cornwall
- Sleeps: 6 - 8
- Bedrooms: 3 i
- Bathrooms: 3
Having started life as two fisherman’s cottages on the edge of the Porthleven, Salt Spray is now one striking ocean-view home designed by local architect, Richard Andrews. Sleeping up to eight guests across two spacious floors, the innovative reverse design makes the most of its incredible coastal backdrop, with modern facilities and eco-friendly features peppered throughout. Sitting on the South West Coast Path, be on the beach within moments or head for the iconic Porthleven Harbour in search of fantastic restaurants, bars and delis.
- Dog-Friendly
- Sea/Water Views
- EV Charger
- Hot Tub
- Swimming Pool
- Games/TV Room
Per week from
£1995Short breaks from
£1845From the Blog
Recommendations for Porthtowan
Between 1st October to 14th May dogs are permitted on Porthtowan Beach. Lying within a World Heritage mining area, take to the South West Coast Path with your four-legged friends to explore 18th century engine houses and disused tram lines that were once used to carry copper to neighbouring towns.
Alternatively, 10 minutes up the coast, St Agnes Beach welcomes canine companions throughout the year.
Home to a variety of Cornish heritage landmarks, hire bikes and explore some of the mining relics located along bike trails in the area or pull on your wellies and venture along the South West Coast Path by foot.
Located a 30 minute drive away, Flambards Theme Park is a great all-weather attraction. Wander through a life-sized recreation of a Victorian street before heading outside to ride rollercoasters and other fairground-themed attractions.
Many of Porthtowan’s cafés and restaurants are conveniently located near the beach, perfect for when you need something quick and easy after days spent relaxing on the sand. The Unicorn on The Beach is a popular coastal pub and restaurant promoting local fisherman and small producers and is perfectly positioned for sunset-watching. Offering a selection of pub classics served alongside artisan wines and curated cocktails, head to The Blue Bar and Brasserie for relaxing beachside moments.
As one of the more exposed beaches on this particular stretch of Atlantic coast, Porthtowan is a surfer’s paradise, producing some of the best surfing conditions for wave-riders of all abilities. For those looking to develop their skills and knowledge, Eskinzo Surf School offers a range of lessons for beginners to the more advanced. Flanked by hidden caves and rock pools, Porthtowan is well regarded as one of the north coast’s best family-friendly beaches, with seasonal lifeguard service and Blue Flag status for exceptional quality and cleanliness since 2004.
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