This Cornish retreat is in the charming fishing town of Porthleven. The contemporary, pet-friendly property welcomes ten guests and has a choice of social spaces both indoors and outside, including a south-facing terrace with a hot tub. Enjoy excursions to the cathedral city of Truro, St Michael’s Mount, or the the Lizard Peninsula (all within 20 miles).
The coastal bolthole has been thoughtfully decorated and furnished, with natural tones and textures sitting alongside vibrant accessories and plush soft furnishings. Steps lead to the front door and through to the open-plan kitchen/diner with a cosy wood burner and bi-fold doors opening onto the terrace. Unwind in this bright, sociable space enjoying casual dining at the breakfast bar or celebrating special occasions at the sleek dining table. After dinner, get comfortable on the large, L-shaped sofa in the lounge for a movie night around the Smart TV. There are three stunning king-size bedrooms on the ground floor, all with en-suite shower rooms. A utility room completes this level. The two remaining bedrooms are upstairs, along with a separate shower room. Also on this floor is a stylish snug with plump sofas (including a sofa bed), Smart TV, kitchenette, work station, and bi-fold doors to the balcony. Outside, you’ll have a choice of areas for al fresco entertaining. There’s a south-facing terrace with a bubbling hot tub and dining area, and above it is a balcony overlooking the harbour. Rounding off the outdoor space is an enclosed tropical-style garden with a pizza oven, BBQ, and a gorgeous seating area with a pergola and fairy lights. Private parking is available for five cars.
Porthleven is full of Cornish charm, with a bustling working harbour, friendly mariners’ pubs, and several galleries and studios showcasing local artwork. A 3-mile sand and pebble beach stretches away from the town, and is popular with experienced surfers and dog walkers. For a more traditional buckets and spades-type day at the seaside, Praa Sands is just 5 miles away. The area is a paradise for walkers, with routes to explore along the South West Coast Path and through the National Trust’s Penrose Estate.