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
£1990Short breaks from
£1590
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
£2600
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
Loved by Women's Health and featured in The Telegraph as the ultimate party house, Shun Lee is a magnificent property with unparalleled views across St Ives Bay. Nestled within beautiful landscaped gardens and a short walk from several sandy beaches, it boasts bespoke interiors and prestigious entertaining spaces, including a private cinema. The house is a breath-taking setting for holidays and celebrations.
- Dog-Friendly
- Sea/Water Views
- EV Charger
- Hot Tub
- Swimming Pool
- Games/TV Room
Per week from
£3250Short breaks from
£2950
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
£2300Short breaks from
£2000
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
£1650
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 architects at RA Design. 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
£1800
Laflouder Thatch
- Mullion, Cornwall
- Sleeps: 8
- Bedrooms: 4 i
- Bathrooms: 4
Discover a thatched chocolate box cottage with sea views and a heated outdoor swimming pool. Sleeping up to eight guests on Cornwall’s south-west coast, Laflouder Thatch lends itself to family-friendly holidays and special celebrations with friends. Featuring an annexe, games room and pool house, this destination home sits a five-minute drive from Poldhu Cove and Polurrian Beach.
- Dog-Friendly
- Sea/Water Views
- EV Charger
- Hot Tub
- Swimming Pool
- Games/TV Room
Per week from
£2350Short breaks from
£2200From 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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