Porthleven Cottages
Situated in West Cornwall between Lizard Point (Britain's most southerly point) and Land's End, Porthleven faces directly into the Atlantic ocean, giving it a raw, rugged feel that a lot of the more sheltered harbours along the Cornish coast lack. With a warren of streets lined with classic Cornish granite cottages as well as deluxe apartments with uninterrupted sea views, find your own slice of heaven in one of our Porthleven cottages. Read more
Porthleven is one of Cornwall's hidden gems, less known than the likes of Padstow or St Ives, but well worth a visit. Porthleven's iconic clock tower sits on the harbour entrance and the pubs, shops, cafes and restaurants cluster around the historic inner harbour, guarded by two cannons salvaged from the shipwrecked HMS Anson.
Summer in Porthleven brings the quintessential seaside holiday; a beach manned with lifeguards, al fresco dining and crabbing off the harbour. But out of season the town really comes into its own. With one of the best surf breaks in the country, you can get lost for hours watching the UK’s surfing elite putting on a display. But be warned, this surf spot is not for the beginners or part timers. If you feel the need to jump in and give it a go, we recommend Praa Sands or Poldhu Cove, near Mullion, which are only a few miles from our cottages in Porthleven.
One of the best spots in the UK for storm watching, Porthleven’s crashing waves are often used as a dramatic backdrop for weather forecasts.
Porthleven is a foodie’s delight with the annual food and music festival in April and some well respected up and coming restaurants and cafes. There are a few amazing fish shops and delis to buy quality fresh ingredients for a spot of self catering.
Keen walkers can leave the car at the cottage for your stay – the coast path stretches for hundreds of miles either side of the village. Head west to explore Rinsey Cove and beyond or set out South and stumble across Loe Bar and on to Church Cove. For a brisk walk inland, visit the nearest market town of Helston or a circular walk around Loe Bar.
Our exclusive ferry discounts will make your island trip with Classic plain sailing.
We have 52 self catering cottages in Porthleven to show you...
7 nights from £377
West Barn
40931 bedroom thatched, dog friendly cottage near Porthleven, Cornwall.
One of a pair of detached barn conversions tucked away in the tranquil hamlet of Crowan, as soon as you pull into the drive, you feel as though you have stepped in to a story book....
7 nights from £377
Glebe Barns Complex
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East Barn
40921 bedroom thatched, dog friendly cottage near Porthleven, Cornwall.
Tucked away in the hamlet of Crowan, East Barn is a delightful thatched barn conversion. The owners have beautifully converted the barn, keeping the classic features with high ceil...
7 nights from £385
7 nights from £751
The Boathouse
55532 bedroom, dog friendly cottage with sea views near Helford.
Sheltering under a canopy of oak foliage, this former boathouse rests at the water's edge on the tranquil banks of the Helford River. It has been lovingly yet sympathetically resto...
7 nights from £751
Readymade beds and fluffy towels; this simple but appreciated welcome is standard with us.
Towels and readymade beds
All of our cottages provide bed linen and towels as standard, with a change of bedding included for holidays of two weeks or more. You’ll also find a fresh change of towels for each week (for in the house only, please bring your own for the beach) and tea towels a-plenty.
The beds will be readymade and waiting for you on arrival so you can simply sink into comfort and relax straight into your holiday.
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Mounts Bay Cottage
55932 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach near Marazion.
Nestled in a quaint Cornish hamlet, a 15 minute stroll will take you to the sandy beach of Perranuthnoe and further along you will reach the breathtaking St Michael's Mount. Mounts...
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Trebarvah Farmhouse
55895 bedroom, dog friendly cottage with sea views near Marazion.
Tucked away down a quiet country lane just minutes from the coast, with gorgeous views of St Michael's Mount, Trebarvah Farmhouse is situated in the sleepy hamlet of Trebarvah, whi...
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7 nights from £1151
Blue Seas
27704 bedroom, rural cottage with sea views near Marazion, West Cornwall.
With stunning panoramic sea views across Mount's Bay towards St Michael's Mount, Blue Seas is an idyllic holiday retreat, perfectly situated to make the most of arguably the best v...
7 nights from £1151
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Gorse Cottage
52602 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near Porthleven, West Cornwall.
Nestled in a peaceful countryside setting close to Cornwall's breathtaking north and south coast, Gorse Cottage is an idyllic spot for those looking for a tranquil escape, no matte...
7 nights from £403 *
7 nights from £385
Little Trebarvah
18842 bedroom, dog friendly, rural holiday cottage near Porthleven, West Cornwall.
Far reaching views over stunning countryside and the distant sea can be enjoyed from this gorgeous country retreat. Little Trebarvah has been thoughtfully converted to make th...
7 nights from £385
7 nights from £389
Kerenza
53931 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near Porthleven, West Cornwall.
Kerenza is Cornish for love, and you will truly fall in love with this romantic nook found in peaceful, rural surroundings within the parish of Crowan and which sits well for both ...
7 nights from £389
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