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Cliff Top Cottage

Helston, Cornwall
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Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 1
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 1
5 star
Waterside Views
Parking on site / nearby
Towels included
Family friendly
Romantic
Fishing on site / nearby
Internet access
Shop nearby
Pub nearby
Beach within easy reach
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At a glance

  • Reverse-level layout for optimum sea views from the inside and out
  • Stylish, New England beach house decor throughout
  • Lounge-side balcony and furnished front patio overlook the coast

Overview
Property code: OC-CLIFTO

After a day exploring lovely Porthleven, what could be nicer than gathering in the upstairs living space of this airy cottage and admiring the wonderful sea views? This is a super base for couples or families to escape and recharge on the south coast of Cornwall.

Decorated in a crisp yet cosy New England style, combining calming neutrals with coastal blue and white, this reverse-level house is instantly appealing. On the ground floor you’ll find both bedrooms - a double with sea views and a twin - plus a family bathroom. Head up to the first floor and the open-plan lounge/kitchen/diner, a fabulous space which is full of light. Cook up all kinds of delicious meals, enjoy them at the dining table and then relax in the lounge area in front of the panorama of glinting waves and wheeling gulls. Open the patio doors and enjoy a morning coffee or a sundowner at the bistro table on the balcony. If you wish to serve up an alfresco meal for four, the enclosed courtyard at the front of the property has an outside table and chairs and, of course, amazing sea views. There’s parking for one car in the garage, where you can also store outdoor and sporting equipment.

The popular fishing village of Porthleven has become known for its fabulous selection of high-quality places to eat, complemented by traditional pubs and a variety of art and craft galleries. The small beach opposite the cottage is accessible during low tide, while if you’re looking to spend the whole day building sand castles or swimming and sunbathing, family-friendly Praa Sands is just 5.5 miles, and Perranuthnoe is 8 miles. For great days out, the iconic St Michael’s Mount is 9.5 miles, Trebah Garden is 12 miles and St Ives only 17 miles.

  • 2 bedrooms - 1 double, 1 twin
  • 1 bathroom - bath, shower cubicle and WC
  • Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, dishwasher, washer/dryer
  • Smart TV with integrated DVD player, integrated Bluetooth speaker/CD player/DAB radio
  • Please bring your own beach towels
  • Mobile signal is variable
  • Enclosed front patio and small balcony
  • Private parking for 1 car in double garage
  • Outdoor storage in garage
  • Beach 0.1 miles, pub 0.3 miles, shop 0.5 miles
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 1 dog allowed. Additional charges may apply

Leah Smith

This property is personally managed by Leah.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 19 guest ratings

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Overall comfort
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Overall location
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Reviewed by Philip 19th February 2024

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The fabulous location of this upside down cottage enables guests to savour the full breadth of Mounts Bay from the comfort of the sofa, including occasional sightings of a seal or even dolphin. The nearby Atlantic Inn has a welcoming vibe and a great view of sunsets. Step out of the front door onto the coastal path to Gunwalloe Cove or Praa Sands iRead moren the opposite direction. Porthleven is an enjoyable stroll downhill to the picturesque harbour where a multitude of excellent eateries await or the local independent Pengellys store for essentials. Hide

Reviewed by Mandy 3rd December 2023

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The cottage was lovely, exactly as described, with everything you would need included. The views over the sea are fantastic, sadly no big storms while we were there, but the weather was good and meant we could open the French doors and enjoy the sunshine. The walk down to Porthleven was pretty and easily walkable with great cafes and would recommenRead mored the Habour Inn to eat out, very dog friendly. One downside, the pillows were uncomfortable, but a very small niggle in comparison to the really good standard of the property. Having a garage was useful although if you own a large 4x4 I doubt it would fit. The patio area outside was great for drying the dog after visiting the beach. Would definitely come back and stay again. Hide

Reviewed by Richard 12th November 2023

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Reviewed by Linda 16th October 2023

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Ideal location. Coastal path just a few minutes walk away. Very clean and comfortable cottage. A very enjoyable stay and we would very likely book again.

Reviewed by Tim 7th October 2023

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Reviewed by Bernadette 10th September 2023

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We've stayed at Cliff Top Cottage before and love it. The views are gorgeous and it is only a short walk into Porthleven where there are many places to eat and drink. Such a relaxing place to stay.

Reviewed by Gail 19th August 2023

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Reviewed by Christine 17th June 2023

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Hi, We have been staying at Cliff Top Cottage this week and the cottage has been lovely, BUT, we unfortunately have issues with building work within 4 or 5m of the front door. This includes cement mixer, drilling, cutting breeze blocks and tiles, creating horrendous noise and dust, plus a large white builders van parked obstructing our view of theRead more sea most of the day. We realise the building work is outside your control, however, from a guest point of view it makes a quiet and relaxing holiday, which we anticipated, impossible. Perhaps it would be prudent to advise future guests that this building work is going on. Regards, Christine and Tony Haines Booking Ref; 5792463 Hide

Reviewed by Gareth 5th June 2023

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For 3 days the wall to the front of the property was being rebuilt, the work started at 7.30 am this is not acceptable. We were not informed in advance.

Reviewed by Jana 9th April 2023

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Cliff top cottage was a wonderful location to stay at. The view from the balcony on the sea was really great.

Reviewed by Nick 14th March 2023

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As the property was pet friendly there were dig hairs on surfaces and furniture coverings. Property was extremely damp. Wall behind bed was dripping wet and water leakage down wall in living room. One garage door was off itsvrunners so could not be secured. Crockery and cutlery was dirty and had to be washed before use. However, beautiful location Read moreand these minor issues did not negatively effect our stay. Thank you. Hide

Reviewed by Jill 11th December 2022

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It would have been useful to have information on how to open the garage door as this is very tricky (the guest book confirms this)especially as arrival time is now in the dark.We felt two door keys should also be supplied as there is only one entrance/exit to the property so not safe to lock someone in.No laundry bag provided to put bed linen/towelRead mores in as stated on arrival instructions -when we stripped the bed the sheet that had been against the outside wall was dripping wet obviously a damp problem which needs looking in to. Hide

Reviewed by Anonymous 1st October 2022

Great week, this cottage was a birthday present.was just perfect, could not have wished for better, flowers and wine great touch, thank you.

Reviewed by Anonymous 1st October 2022

Second visit to to Porthleven, first to this little gem of a cottage, really cosy, clean, superb finished and quality, amazing views, a stone's throw from the harbour and from a lovely walk to Loe Bar, perfect,a realy home from home which we shall miss.

Reviewed by Anonymous 1st October 2022

Thank you for the wonderful holiday. The cottage is beautiful.

Reviewed by Anonymous 1st October 2022

Zoe (aged 9) loved the view from the balcony and proclaimed the house 'snug', Taki loved cooking at the stove and looking out to sea. Louise most liked hearing the sound of the waves all the time, thank you for a cosy comfortable clean house.

Reviewed by Jackie 23rd July 2022

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Reviewed by Sue 27th June 2022

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The cottage was clean, well equipped and in a lovely location.

Reviewed by Philip 25th June 2022

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1-Balcony doors has a defective lock,could not be secured. 2-Club chair could not be used and is only fit for the bin. The scores reflect the defects,otherwise the cottage was fine for holidaying.

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