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Coastal eco-home for up to 6, short walk from Porthtowan village and beach

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Beach
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Exterior
Outdoor dining
Terrace/patio

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6100 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • Hot Tub
    Hot Tub
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Coastal eco-home for up to 6, short walk from Porthtowan village and beach

Our beautiful holiday lodge sits at the highest point of the Towan Valley resort, tucked away in a quiet corner. It has a rear terrace, front veranda and a first floor balcony that offer privacy and enable you to be in the sun all day long, or in the shade if it gets too hot. The communal garden to the front is great for children to play and meet others staying in neighbouring properties. The large paved terrace at the rear is a private and sheltered space ideal for sunbathing and relaxing on the large corner sofa.

Porthtowan's famous sand and surf beach is just a short walk away, while village amenities include a small grocery store, children's playground, surf hire and tuition and numerous cafes and pub / restaurants including the famous Blue Bar and newly refurbished Unicorn On The Beach.

NEW for 2023!
Refurbished bathrooms with integrated WC and basin units, real wood flooring to the ground floor and best of all, an air source heat pump providing warm air to the whole house during the chillier days of spring and autumn. It also provides air conditioning on those hot summer days!

The high speed fibre internet service keeps you in touch with the rest of the world at all times, and provides up to date local information and guides covering the whole of Cornwall.

The ground floor of the house is very spacious and light with three glazed doors and side windows. The lounge area has two comfortable leather sofas, coffee tables, a 49 in. Smart TV and a wide choice of reading material, games etc. The dining area has a large and sturdy oak dining set to seat 8, plus a further table for study, card games etc. The kitchen is separate and also large and well-equipped with a view to the rear and back terrace. There is also a WC on the ground floor.

The rear of the house is open right up to the roof with huge windows which greet the morning sun. A painted wood staircase leads to the first floor.

The main bedroom is also very spacious and has a delightful balcony which gets the sun for most of the day and has a lovely view over the rooftops to the surrounding countryside and down to the sea. This room has a superking size bed, plenty of drawers and a hanging rail plus a good sized en-suite shower room. Two more bedrooms offer a king size double bed and twin beds , both with storage space and hanging rails. The shared family bathroom has a full size bath with thermostatic shower mixer, plus wash basin and WC.

There is an allocated parking space about 50 metres walk from the entrance door. Please note the access path is on a slope and includes some steps so is probably not suitable for anyone with limited mobility that wants to come and go frequently.

Property manager

Gordon Hathway

Languages

Danish, English, French, Norwegian, Swedish

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Mixer
  • Toaster
  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • 1 bar
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Shared bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Printer
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Ecotours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1076 sq ft (100 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Coastal Eco home Short Walk From Porthtowan Village Beach

About the neighborhood

Map
Porthtowan, ENG

What's nearby

  • Porthtowan Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Wheal Coates Tin Mine - 6 min drive - 4.0 km
  • St Agnes Beacon - 6 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Trevaunance Cove - 8 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Perranporth Beach - 19 min drive - 14.4 km

Getting around

  • Redruth Station - 13 min drive
  • Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Inn For All Seasons - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Portreath Beach Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Cornish Pantry - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Smokey Joes Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Unicorn on the Beach - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Coastal eco-home for up to 6, short walk from Porthtowan village and beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Coastal eco-home for up to 6, short walk from Porthtowan village and beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Coastal eco-home for up to 6, short walk from Porthtowan village and beach?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Coastal eco-home for up to 6, short walk from Porthtowan village and beach located?

This family-friendly Truro vacation home is located by the sea, within a 10-minute walk of Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and Porthtowan Beach. Chapel Porth Beach and St Agnes Beacon are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Coastal eco-home for up to 6, short walk from Porthtowan village and beach Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 43 out of 44 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 44 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 44 reviews" "
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Paul and Heidi C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic house
Lovely house and felt so homely. Everything we needed. Gordon was a fantastic host and even delivered a nightlight to the house within 48 hours of us asking whether there was one in the house! We would definitely recommend to others.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Porthtowan
Excellent property and location - will certainly think about booking this property again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

David J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous!
Great stay in Porthtowan. Everything was close to hand. The house was well equipped, very clean and comfortable. Porthtowan is a lovely place to be and an ideal base.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brent K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Location
It is a wonderful property in a beautiful location. Very well thought through to ensure a comfortable stay with everything you need. Very spacious, indoors and out. We loved it.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Victoria E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect stay in Porthtowan
Can't recommend highly enough. Fantastic high spec property with everything needed for a home from home. Communication and check-in was great. Less than 10 minute walk to beautiful Porthtowan. Would love to come back next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gez M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolute gem of a place to stay
Have visited Porthtowan on many occasions over the years and stopped in a number of properties there. This is by far the best property we have stayed in. It is a short walk down the hill to the beach (less than 5 mins). The property was spotlessly clean, with modern furniture in a spacious open plan setting. The kitchen has everything you need and all utensils, cutlery and crockery match perfectly. Bathrooms were also spotless. A lot of care and attention has been taken by the owner who's communication before during and after has been impeccable. We will certainly be looking to head back in the near future. A gem of a property in one the best little beach resorts Cornwall has to offer.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna B., Coventry

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic stay!
Really happy with our stay. Plenty of room indoors and front and back outdoor space. Very comfortable and provided everything that we needed. Nice view from back of the property too.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Timothy J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
We're been visiting Porthtowan for years but this was the first time at this property. Absolutely perfect, nothing else to say, couldn't recommend it highly enough.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matt J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect holiday stay
The property worked well on so many levels. The rooms were a good size and all are decorated like a home, so you feel instantly relaxed. The kitchen has everything you need and the beds are comfy. The outdoor space was great - sun in the back in the morning and sun on the front decking in the evening. Hooks outside the back for drying off wetsuits and space outside for all the surf/beach paraphernalia. It’s about 10 mins walk to the beach and less to the coast path .. a 3 min hill (yep, we timed it ;) which is steep, but ok to get back to the property. But then you feel like you’ve ‘earned’ your cold beer. Porthtowan is great. It has places to eat, a village shop, fish and chips and a family friendly beach with the most stunning sunsets! Really enjoyed our stay and was sad to leave such a beautiful place.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hayley P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great base - Porthtowan is lovely!
House is great, has everything you need and is clean and tidy! Front outdoor space was also ideal for children to play and meet other children on holiday too. Porthtowan is quant with a nice village feel. We were lucky most days with weather so didn't leave Porthtowan too much for the week we stayed. The walk up the hill to Towan Valley resort from the beach is quite steep and a bit of mission but is do-able. We were concerned about parking with two cars before we arrived but everyone at the resort double parked in their parking bays and there were plenty of room. Just one main little grocery shop in Porthtowan so also wise to book a online delivery for when you arrive if you can. Tesco, Asda, sainsbury's and Waitrose all delivered whilst we were there.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Daniel W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property a short walk from the beach and surf
Great property, well set out and very comfortable for a family of six as long as people don’t mind sharing. Other children about for a bit of friendship making and games. Local town lacks the capacity needed for the numbers that come here, but the accommodation was wonderful.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

PETER S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent area for beach activities and services
Communication with owner excellent, has everything you need ,home from home very clean and tidy will stop again
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness
Super host, super property
Gordon’s communication was on point and he went above and beyond to help host our 18 month old. The house is spot on for a family and the location is quiet without being too far from the beach and amenities.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy B.

Liked: Cleanliness
A perfect home from home in a beautiful part of Cornwall
A clean and well maintained property with good layout ideal for family stay-cations.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Homely, spacious and great location
Thank you for a brilliant stay. The house was really clean and airy. Nicely decorated and felt fresh and clean. The house is in the top corner of the resort which felt very private and not overlooked. The sun outside on the terrace for diner was lovely. A quick stroll down to the beach and the play park near the beach was amazing for our 4 year old and obviously the beach! Lots of nice places to eat nearby. Grreat communication from Gordon too. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Steve C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Easter Break
Accommodation was perfect for our family of 6.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robin H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent holiday house
A modern, clean and extremely well equipped property - everything that we needed for our stay was there. Very friendly and helpful owner.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Steve W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent property in a perfect location
We had a fabulous time in the property. Ideal for a family or a set of friends to relax and use as a base for some beautiful walks. Just a 5 minute walk to the beach and the small community of Porthtowan, the property gave us everything we wanted.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sarah G., Nottingham

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Cornish Retreat
As peaceful and comfortable as we’d hoped. A few minutes walk down to the beach or out to the headland and coast path. Glorious. The retreat was well equipped especially the kitchen - sharp knives are a cottage gem! Comfortable beds, heating that adjusts easily, hot water on tap and white goods that work well all made for a home from home. Thanks Gordon.
Stayed 11 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tony R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Well equipped and pleasant house
The house is clean, bright and comfortable. It's very well-equipped. The house notes provided by the owner are excellent. Porthtowan is a great base for the north coast with a good surf beach; a shop and cafes; easy access to the coastal paths and further afield. We would happily stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Karen W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Porthtowan
Great base for exploring Cornwall, on the south coast path. House has lots of amenities , home from home.Tiny access road but managed with a transit van.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Caroline R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property and location
A clean, well maintained house with excellent communication from the owner. A short walk to the Coastal path, beach, surf school, shop, fish and chip shop and two restaurants.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Hayley M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful getaway
Lovely accommodation with everything you need. Lovely cafes and restaurants near by and just a 10 min walk to the beach.

10/10 Excellent

Diane S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely stay
We arrived early but as the house had been cleaned we were able to enter the lovely property and await the arrival of our friends, house was fantastic, area was clean and small but on the one day that it rained we weren't bored, loved it and would use it again, thanks to Gordon for allowing us to use this unusual, beautiful holiday home.

10/10 Excellent

Jon H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Five day stay with friends
This is a lovely property, in a fabulous location, literally minutes walk from the beach. The accomodation is very well appointed and really made for a great week. The property owner was engaging, communicative and very helpful. He even posted a forgotten piece of jewellry, which was gratefully received.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021