The Hideaway, Porthleven

About this property

Dating back to the 1890’s this traditional fisherman’s cottage with its whitewashed stone exterior and newly refurbished interior, creates an utterly charming family retreat within the coastal town of Porthleven in West Cornwall.

Set just a few minutes’ walk from the harbour and seafront, this is a lovely base for storm-watching in the colder months and sun-filled coastal excursions in the warmer. Offering a ground floor living space as well as two delightful upper floor bedrooms, the cottage, thanks to its original features; feels spacious and airy while at the same time quaint and cosy.

There's also a surprise up its sleeve…a fantastic garden to the back which has been cleverly landscaped to create a large, contemporary outdoor space that's ideal for fresh air dining and for spending time in the sunshine. Cooking is a joy in the home’s modern Shaker-style kitchen where ample worktop space and a range of appliances provide all that guests would need to rustle up a few home-style classics, while the breakfast bar invites morning gatherings where chats about the day’s plans can be shared over a coffee.

Set within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and with sweeping views towards Mount’s Bay, Porthleven is wonderfully positioned and offers visitors an unspoiled taste of West Cornwall’s beaches and coastline. Town life centres around its historic harbour and quay which bustles with the activity of fishing boats offloading their daily catches, and there’s an authentic atmosphere of the 'real Cornwall' here, where its historic fishing roots have carried through to modern times. A wealth of award-winning restaurants serve up delicious offerings using the freshest of fish and seafood caught in its very own waters, and for those wishing to curate a home-cooked feast of their own, the famous Quayside Fishmongers is where you'll find some of the best scallops, lobster, Rock Salmon and Wild Bass (to name just a few).

Ideal for families, Porthleven’s three-mile beach is sandy and golden and when the tide is out, the neighbouring beach of Loe Bar is a 2 mile walk away. Nearby the Penrose Estate’s rich farm and woodland make for a lovely day out, while the Lizard Peninsula and Land's End are within easy reach by car.

Lounge

Situated on the ground floor this lovely room features exposed stone walling and a traditional fireplace nook with a wood-burning stove. Furnished with two mid-century inspired teal sofas and a 1950’s Ercol style coffee table, the room is contemporary and cosy with a flat screen TV with Freeview completing the space. A door leads from the living room out to the garden.

Kitchen

Located on the ground floor, the contemporary kitchen is separate from the lounge and features a range of large and small appliances including a fridge / freezer, washing/dryer, electric fan-assisted oven and grill, glass hob dishwasher, microwave, kettle, toaster, coffee machine, blender / mixer, cafetiere, iron, ironing board and vacuum cleaner

Dining Area

The kitchen includes a breakfast bar with stools for four guests

Landing Office

Upstairs on the first floor, the spacious landing wraps around the staircase and is furnished with an office desk and chair as well as a chest of drawers for additional storage

Bathroom

Located upstairs on the first floor the family bathroom features a double walk in shower with large rain head attachment, a traditional wash hand basin, a mirror cabinet, heated towel rail and WC

Master Bedroom

Located on the first floor.

Sash windows, wood floors and tasteful furnishings make this room a beautiful place to retreat to after a busy day out. Furnished with a king size bed, bedside lamps, bedside tables, a freestanding wardrobe and chest of drawers the room also has its own flat screen TV

Bedroom Two

Also located on the first floor, this room features a comfortable double bed with side tables and lamps as well as a freestanding wardrobe and chest of drawers.

Sash windows and wooden floors make the space cosy and inviting

Outside

The suntrap multi-level garden features a stone paved patio area which is furnished with a round dining table, four chairs and a parasol, and has a glass balustrade separating the top tier from the decked level below. Steps lead down a level then the garden flows down a path to a lower patio area where there is a rotary washing line available for clothes drying

Parking

Conveniently located in Porthleven, there is on-street parking in the area as well as in the nearby public car park at Kittos Field which is about 5 minutes walk from the cottage. For more information including tariffs and number of spaces please click here