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 76 self catering cottages in Porthleven to show you...
7 nights from £387
Driftwood Cottage
25372 bedroom cottage near the beach in Porthleven, West Cornwall.
A true Cornish gem can be found in the pretty fishing village of Porthleven. With traditional features and a fresh contemporary look, Driftwood Cottage makes the perfect holiday re...
7 nights from £387
7 nights from £490 *
Lavender Barn
40102 bedroom, rural retreat near Porthleven, West Cornwall.
This gorgeous property is surrounded by rolling hills and wonderful countryside yet within easy reach of Porthleven's fabulous shops, pubs, restaurants and picturesque harbour. Out...
7 nights from £490 *
Need more time? Reserve any cottage for up to 24 hours before booking.
24hr no commitment reservations
You can reserve your holiday dates on your favourite cottage for up to 24 hours. You might need to check with other guests in your party or simply consider whether this cottage is right for your holiday, either way we’re happy to give you the time to step away and mull over your options before paying a penny.
We’ll send you a reminder to see if you want it or not so you won’t lose out. Take time to think it over, you don’t have to rush your decision. Have a cup of tea and when you’re ready, hit the button to book your holiday and start looking forward to it.
7 nights from £307
Hirondelle Barn
37821 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near Porthleven, West Cornwall.
Set on the hillside in the grounds of the Owners' house, this cute semi-detached studio barn enjoys outstanding rural views overlooking the ancient market town of Helston on the ed...
7 nights from £307
7 nights from £307
Martlett Barn
32511 bedroom, dog friendly, rural self catering cottage in Helston, West Cornwall.
Set on the hillside in the grounds of the Owners' house, this cute semi-detached studio barn enjoys outstanding rural views overlooking the ancient market town of Helston on the ed...
7 nights from £307
7 nights from £523 *
The Old Sand School
32403 bedroom, rural holiday cottage near Porthleven, West Cornwall.
Surrounded by the wooded countryside of the National Trust's Penrose Estate and just over a mile from the pretty harbour village of Porthleven, nestled on a hillside not far from t...
7 nights from £523 *
7 nights from £347
Smugglers Cottage
23891 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near Porthleven, West Cornwall.
A cosy rural retreat for two on the edge of the National Trust’s beautiful Penrose Estate, Smugglers Cottage nestles quietly beside a handful of similar stone dwellings in a truly ...
7 nights from £347
7 nights from £467
Carminowe View Cottage
32502 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near Porthleven, West Cornwall.
With walks on your doorstep and the harbour village and foodie haven of Porthleven only a short drive away, this is the perfect destination for countryside lovers to discover. The ...
7 nights from £467
7 nights from £447
Barney's Cabin
4185Bespoke built cabin with hot tub sleeping 2, dog friendly near Porthleven, West Cornwall
You will instantly start to unwind the moment you arrive at beautiful Barney's Cabin, a truly bespoke retreat. Offering the best of both worlds, this idyllic bolthole for two is se...
7 nights from £447
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After booking your holiday with us, you’ll receive your holiday details in the post two weeks before your holiday. This also includes our emergency out of hours phone number for when the office is closed, so we’re never more than a phone call away!
7 nights from £324
Newham House Cottage
28791 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near Porthleven, West Cornwall.
Sitting on the edge of a wooded valley and only a short drive to the thriving fishing port of Porthleven with its restaurants, cafes and pretty harbour, this charming 19th Century ...
7 nights from £324
7 nights from £276
The Garden Lodge
39841 bedroom self catering cottage in Helston, West Cornwall.
Tucked away from view behind the Owners’ Georgian home, The Garden Lodge is a welcoming retreat on the edge of Helston making it the perfect base for exploring this unspoilt area o...
7 nights from £276