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Castaway

Porthleven, Cornwall
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This property is managed by Original Cottages info_outline

Sleeps 6
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 2
Change Fri
No Dogs
5 star
Waterside Views
Parking on site / nearby
Towels included
Luxury
Fishing on site / nearby
Games / Play facilities
Internet access
Open fire / wood burner
Enclosed garden / patio
Decorated for Christmas
Shop nearby
Pub nearby
Beach within easy reach
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At a glance

  • Vast harbour, village and countryside views inside and outside the spacious house
  • Multiple-level decked areas offer delightful al fresco sunset dining
  • Games room featuring football table and games console for fun nights in

Property code: OC-CASTAW

Gaze into the historic harbour and out to the sea beyond from this inviting Cornish retreat. Sleeping six guests, the three-bedroom property enjoys an elevated position, where the views stretch out to the countryside surrounding this picturesque fishing port. With extensive decking where you can relax and take in the vista, and a wood burner for winter warming, this makes a welcoming holiday hideaway throughout the seasons.

Head into this reverse-level house to discover how the spacious layout allows you to make the most of your surroundings throughout the day. At ground-floor level, there is a large, light-filled lounge/diner. Prepare your favourite meals in the well-equipped kitchen, then gather at the dining table and enjoy the panoramic views. On warm summer days, open up the French doors and dine out on the balcony or split-level decking. On chilly nights, fire up the wood burner and enjoy the magical expanse of twinkling village lights. For fun filled evenings, dip into the wide selection of board games. Alternatively, go through to the gorgeous games room for bar football or the Wii games console. With smart TVs and a DVD player, there is entertainment for everyone, as well as a full-sized desk. Also on this level is a utility room and a separate WC. The fantastic views continue downstairs where there are two king-size bedrooms, one with an ensuite bathroom, a twin room with a sunroom, and a family bathroom. There is parking for one car at the house.

Walk less than 0.5 miles from the property to reach the beautiful Porthleven Beach, which stretches for 3 miles. From here you can stroll just over 1 mile to Loe Bar and the freshwater lake known as The Loe. Head around the harbour to pick up the Southwest Coast Path in the other direction, then walk just over 0.5 miles to reach the picture-postcard hidden gem of Nichols Cove

  • 3 bedrooms - 2 king-size, 1 twin
  • 2 bathrooms - 1 bathroom with bath and separate shower, 1 en-suite with bath and separate shower, 1 separate WC
  • Underfloor heating in bathrooms
  • Double oven, ceramic hob, fridge freezer, dishwasher, microwave
  • Washing machine, tumble dryer
  • Wood burner with starter logs provided
  • Smart TV, Pure Bluetooth speakers
  • Games room featuring bar football, Smart TV, DVD player, Nintendo Wii
  • Private parking for 1 car plus further on-street parking
  • Extensive decked areas across multiple levels, paved and pebbled area with benches,
  • Outdoor chairs and sun loungers
  • Beach 0.5 miles, pub 0.5 miles, shop 0.5 miles
  • Please bring your own beach towels
  • Welcome pack
  • This property will be decorated for Christmas
  • Under 3s are not accepted as this property is not suitable for infants
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • Mobile signal is variable
  • Sorry, no dogs allowed
  • This property will be decorated for Christmas
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • Sorry, no dogs allowed

Amanda Dunstan

This property is personally managed by Amanda.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 40 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Julie 12th October 2024

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Reviewed by Joanna 28th September 2024

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Our 2nd visit and it was no less impressive than the 1st, such a beautifully furnished and maintained home. Unfortunately the weather did not match the house as it rained everyday so it was a pleasure to come in to a warm and comfortable home. Milk, coffee, tea and scones, jam and cream was waiting for us on arrival and flowers, a nice touch.

Reviewed by Peter 22nd September 2024

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This property has to be up there with some of the best we have stayed in and we have stayed in a lot.

Reviewed by Heather 7th September 2024

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The cottage was beautifully prepared with many lovely features. The large, fluffy towels, the books, the games, the well equipped kitchen all enhanced our stay. The view was particularly awesome.

Reviewed by Janice 12th August 2024

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Best cottage we have stayed in. Beautiful property. Obvious that a lot of thought has gone into making it a home from home. We are already planning when we can go again and would highly recommend this property.

Reviewed by Jane 3rd August 2024

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Our sixth time staying the Castaway, it really does feel like home-from-home for our family, we love the views, relaxing and quiet location, style and homely feel of the house. Porthleven has everything you need, you can park up and leave your car on the drive for the week. We will be back to Porthleven in 2025 and hopefully staying in the lovely CRead moreastaway that has everything you need for our seventh year! Thanks as always for sharing Castaway. Love Mr & Mrs Jordan, Leicester Hide

Reviewed by Helen 14th July 2024

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Just came back from a lovely trip to porthleven for my dad's 70th. My sister has been coming to porthleven for years and had booked a different place and having never been I wasn't sure the best location to book, looking out to sea or the harbour. We booked Castaway only a few days before arriving and it didn't disappoint. I would say the picturRead morees don't do it justice, the views from all bedrooms/ lounge, the facilities in the house and location were perfect. If you aren't great with steps and hills you may find the walk back up from the harbour a challenge but it's only 5 minute walk down to the harbour, for us it was the perfect location a very quiet setting and we got plenty steps in. The games room was great, again on the pictures I wasn't sure how big it was but was a good size, the kids loved it as well as the adults. We had a foosball World cup and european championship, it got very tense. I would fully recommend booking Castaway, it was a home from home in the perfect location, views for days and every detail thought of. Lovely to know the history of the house and town which you will find in the welcome pack. Thanks for a lovely stay, we will be back again. Hide

Reviewed by Ian 6th July 2024

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An excellent, well equipped and comfortable property in a great location with outstanding views. We all had a wonderful time.

Reviewed by Lisa 29th June 2024

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A tastefully furnished and well equipped house. Lots of room to spread out. Fantastic location with parking, fabulous views of harbour and sea from rooms and decking. 10 minute walk to beach and harbour at most, uphill walk back. Good pubs and restaurants in Porthleven and short walk to coast path. Will return. Thank you to owners and cleaning teamRead more, we had a fantastic holiday. Hide

Reviewed by Rogan 22nd June 2024

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This property really lives up to its 5* rating

Reviewed by Catherine 14th June 2024

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Reviewed by Eric 25th May 2024

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Extremely comfortable and well-equipped property. The views over Porthleven harbour are amazing and there are some fantastic sunsets - weather depending. This is an excellent place to stay for easy access to nearby National Trust gardens (Trelissick, Trengwainton & Glendurgan) as well as seaside towns such as St Ives, Falmouth, St Mawes and PenzancRead moree. Theres also St Michaels Mount at Marazion which is less than 10 miles away. Hide

Reviewed by Nick 12th May 2024

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Reviewed by Leslie 5th May 2024

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EXCELLENT COTTAGE.

Reviewed by Louise 30th March 2024

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We have been fortunate enough to stay at Castaway several times over the years. It is always a pleasure to return - the property is consistently cleaned to perfection, with every home comfort you could need and most importantly, the views that you would never tire of. We have made a lot of happy family memories at Castaway and in Porthleven.

Reviewed by Lucy 17th February 2024

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Reviewed by Mark 1st January 2024

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Castaway is a beautiful property. Its spacious, very comfortable, everything within is of a high standard, and wonderful views. We would absolutely love to stay there again.

Reviewed by Sally 25th November 2023

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Reviewed by Martina 16th November 2023

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From the moment we opened the door we were taken aback by how amazing this property is! Everything you could need and more from beautiful views, fantastic bedrooms & high spec bathrooms, it felt very luxurious whilst retaining a very homely feel. We really cant wait to come back again and will certainly recommend to all our family & friends!

Reviewed by David 12th November 2023

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Reviewed by Mat 5th November 2023

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Reviewed by Kathryn 30th September 2023

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Reviewed by John 24th September 2023

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WE HAVE STAYED IN SELF CATERING ACCOMMODATION IN PORTHLEVEN SEVERAL TIMES AND HAVE NEVER BEEN DISAPPOINTED BUT CASTAWAY IS THE BEST SO FAR

Reviewed by Gill 18th September 2023

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Castaway is a lovely property, finished to a high standard and spotlessly clean. There is everything you could possibly need for a wonderful holiday.

Reviewed by Sue 9th July 2023

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A real home from home. We loved staying here. Everything that you could need, definitely reccommemd and would not hesitate stay here again..

Reviewed by Glyn 1st July 2023

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Reviewed by N 25th June 2023

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Reviewed by Louise 17th June 2023

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We have stayed at Castaway several times and can honestly say that it always delivers. Stunning location, homely and comfortable with attention to detail, super clean and all you will require and more for a truly relaxing, and memorable holiday. We have booked again already and barely been back 24 hours!

Reviewed by David 21st May 2023

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An excellent property. Very comfortable and well placed for visiting Porthleven and the rest of West Cornwall. All the comforts of home are included.

Reviewed by David 19th May 2023

Another great stay at Castaway! Very clean, comfortable, and well appointed a true home from home.

Reviewed by Joanne 14th April 2023

Wow! What an amazing place to spend the week everything has been thought of to make your stay a pleasure.

Reviewed by Joanna 26th March 2023

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We have stayed in many places over the years and I can say without doubt that this is one of the best, beautifully presented and tastefully decorated with everything we needed. The service provided by Original Cottages was excellent.

Reviewed by Joanna 24th March 2023

We have stayed in many places over the years, and I can say without doubt that, this is one of the best. Beautifully presented and tastefully decorated, with everything we needed.

Reviewed by Susan 28th February 2023

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This property deserves utter respect, there are no corners cut it was so so comfortable, the lounge, the kitchen, the bedrooms wanted for nothing, everything is to such a high standard. The games to play were great fun then to add to that a separate games room. Could not have wished for anything better, it was a delight

Reviewed by Susan 27th February 2023

What a wonderful property! It is so lovely with everything you could possibly need. Utter respect!

Reviewed by Lucy 18th February 2023

Our first time at Castaway but Porthleven regulars! A lovely home for the week we enjoyed the comfortable sofas & beds, well equipped kitchen and appreciated all the small touches. We were cosy and warm and enjoyed the board games and movies.

Reviewed by Jacqueline 31st December 2022

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Everthing was excellent location cottage all perfect thank you

Reviewed by Jacqueline 30th December 2022

Wonderful cottage with everything we wanted. Having been to Porthleven before, Castaway is now our preferred holiday home.

Reviewed by Jonathan 5th November 2022

We had a gorgeous week staying in this fabulous home. We were so impressed with the attention to detail, everything you need is here. Highly recommend!

Reviewed by John 28th October 2022

Within 24 hours of being here, we had booked Castaway for next year! Beautiful property with stunning views, comfy sofas and fab bathrooms. Lovely cotton bedding and the comfiest beds ever! We loved the fab selection of games, we loved the games room, in fact we just loved everything!

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