Porthleven Cottages

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.

We have 55 self catering cottages in Porthleven to show you...

Springfield Cottage is a 2 bedroom, rural cottage with sea views near Mullion, West Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £482

Springfield Cottage

1620

2 bedroom, rural cottage with sea views near Mullion, West Cornwall.


Tucked away down a private road, Springfield Cottage is a delightfully spacious single-storey cottage with wonderful views across the countryside towards the sea at Gunwalloe. T...

  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £482

Trebah is a 1 bedroom apartment with sea views in Praa Sands, West Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 2 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £419

Trebah

5601

1 bedroom apartment with sea views in Praa Sands, West Cornwall.


With a beautiful sandy beach only two minutes' walk away and spectacular sea views from the large picture window in the sitting area, Trebah is a surprisingly spacious studio apart...

  • Sleeps 2 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £419

The Dream is a 2 bedroom luxury apartment with panoramic sea views in Praa Sands, West Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £793

The Dream

3847

2 bedroom luxury apartment with panoramic sea views in Praa Sands, West Cornwall.


The breathtaking view from this stunning beach apartment must be one of the best in Cornwall; imagine relaxing on your private balcony at the end of another wonderful day watching ...

  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £793

Smugglers Barn is a 3 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach in Praa Sands.
  • Sleeps 6 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £910

Smugglers Barn

5379

3 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach in Praa Sands.


Set in extensive grounds, less than 500 metres from the beach, Smugglers Barn is a beautiful hideaway ready to welcome six lucky guests looking for a laid-back coastal escape and i...

  • Sleeps 6 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £910

Teg is a Dog-friendly Shepherds Hut sleeping 2 near Porthleven, West Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 2
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Fri

From £100 per night

Teg

5034

Dog-friendly Shepherds Hut sleeping 2 near Porthleven, West Cornwall.


Welcome to Teg, a delightful shepherd's hut with plenty of vibrant charm that overlooks the gorgeous Cornish countryside. This fabulous retreat is dog-friendly and close to the pre...

  • Sleeps 2
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Fri

From £100 per night

Church Cottage is a 3 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach in Praa Sands.
  • Sleeps 5 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £414

Church Cottage

2886

3 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach in Praa Sands.


As its name suggests, this delightful cottage overlooks the pretty 14th Century church in the quaint village of Germoe and is only a mile from the child-friendly sandy beach at Pra...

  • Sleeps 5 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £414

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Penvores Barn is a 3 bedroom holiday cottage with hot tub near Mullion
  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £620

Penvores Barn

4462

3 bedroom holiday cottage with hot tub near Mullion


A tree-lined drive takes you to the tranquil Penvores Farm, and the warm and welcoming Penvores Barn, a peaceful haven with gorgeous interiors that embrace an eclectic mix of origi...

  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £620

The Dairy is a 1 bedroom self catering cottage with hot tub near Helston, West Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 2 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £765

The Dairy

4819

1 bedroom self catering cottage with hot tub near Helston, West Cornwall.


A luxurious and boutique hideaway with far reaching views of the stunning countryside on the Lizard peninsula, yet close to sandy beaches and coastal towns. This gorgeous property ...

  • Sleeps 2 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £765

The Boatshed is a 1 bedroom cottage near the beach in Praa Sands, West Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 2
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £399

The Boatshed

4454

1 bedroom cottage near the beach in Praa Sands, West Cornwall.


Wow! This beautifully appointed former boatshed is stunning, with reverse level living making the most of the wonderful views and, of course, the sunsets. Set in a secluded spot...

  • Sleeps 2
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £399

Cowhouse Cottage is a 2 bedroom, rural self catering cottage near Helston, West Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £486

Cowhouse Cottage

3230

2 bedroom, rural self catering cottage near Helston, West Cornwall.


Set in a tranquil location alongside a quiet lane and only a short drive from the pretty village of Gweek, this detached stone cottage is surrounded by countryside and is an ideal ...

  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £486

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