Guests say
Guests have had a delightful stay at The Porthole, praising its stunning views, spaciousness, and homely comfort. The property's location in Port Isaac is highly appreciated for its convenience and beauty. While some minor maintenance issues and suggestions for improvements are noted, the overall experience is one of enjoyment and satisfaction, with many guests expressing a desire to return.
The property is generally found to be clean, with guests commenting on its tidiness. However, there are isolated mentions of cobwebs and dirty windows, suggesting room for improvement in certain areas.
The location is consistently lauded for its amazing sea views and proximity to local amenities and attractions. The ease of exploring Port Isaac and the surrounding areas contributes to the high rating.
The Porthole is described as comfortable and homely, with good quality furniture and a cosy atmosphere. Some guests suggest that the addition of fitted sheets and a king-size bed would enhance the comfort level.
Facilities are generally well-received, with the property being well-equipped. However, there are several comments about maintenance issues such as slippery steps, a problematic shower door, and the absence of a DVD player, which affect the score.
There is no mention of gifts or special touches that would indicate thoughtfulness from the property owners towards the guests. Therefore, this category cannot be scored.
About this property
Renovated to an excellent standard throughout, The Porthole offers delightful coastal themed terraced accommodation in an elevated position in Port Isaac. Whilst the property is spacious, tastefully decorated and boasts a wonderful conservatory, the real highlight of The Porthole is the breath taking views out to sea, and over the coastline towards Tintagel.
Enter through the handy porch into an open-plan kitchen and dining room, complete with a woodburner to make enjoyable family suppers even cosier in the winter months. The separate sitting room is very comfortable and also has a woodburner and stripped wooden flooring throughout, whilst the conservatory is a fabulous spot for enjoying the sea views whatever the weather. On the first floor is a family bathroom and three superbly furnished bedrooms, sleeping five people – two double bedrooms, one with spectacular coastal views, and one single bedroom also with impressive ocean views.
Open up the conservatory doors onto a decked furnished terrace area, a great spot for a glass of something chilled whilst gazing out over the seascape before you. The property also has parking for two cars.
Walk five minutes from The Porthole and you will find yourself at Port Isaac harbour. Famed as the fictional village of ‘Port Wenn’ in the long running TV series Doc Martin, this fishing village is picturesque and interesting in equal measure. Visit the numerous shops, cafés and restaurants, where you can sample fresh fish caught off the North Cornwall coastline. Or, visit one of the many nearby coves for sand castle building, rockpooling and water sport opportunities galore. Head a little further, and after just 40 minutes in the car you will find yourself in the surfing paradise of Newquay.
The Porthole, with its multiple woodburners, conservatory and outside area truly is a desirable year-round holiday home – the perfect base from which to enjoy Port Isaac, whatever the season.
Port Isaac; one of the true Cornish treasures. A beautiful fishing village nestling in a steep sided valley, the old village in the valley remains unchanged from its days of fishing, slate export and smuggling in the previous century. An abundance of small character properties complemented by larger cliff-top retreats, can be found with easy access to the numerous restaurants and shops of the village. The sandy harbour provides an abundance of rock pools as the tide retreats. Only ten minutes drive from the beaches of Polzeath, Daymer and Rock, it is perfect for romantic and family holidays alike. There is ample parking at the top of the village.
Accommodation
Three bedrooms: 2 x double bedrooms (one with stunning coastal views), 1 x single bedroom with sea views.
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Open plan kitchen/ dining room wood burner.
Spacious living room with wood burner.
Conservatory.
Porch.
Small garden with lawn.
Off road parking for 2-3 cars, a small car to the front and space for 1 larger car or 2 small cars to the rear.
Spectacular sea views.
Shops are less than 0.2 miles away.
Quiet location in Port Isaac
Central heating with two wood burners.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher, TV, DVD player, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Decked terrace area with garden furniture and sea views.
One pet welcome.
Sorry no smoking.
Nearby points of interest
- Rock Beach
- Carnewas at Bedruthan - National Trust
- Watergate Bay
- Tintagel Castle
- Museum of Witchcraft and Magic
- St. Columb hurling
- Springfields Fun Park and Pony Centre
Reviews (17)
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Michelle
This was a beautiful home from home feeling with everything you could possibly need in the property. I will definitely miss my morning coffee with that amazing view. Whilst the area was a lot quieter than we are used to we embraced it, even the teenagers loved it, but still ventured out and about in the area. Tintagel Castle is must to visit, Eden Project good to visit too. The Mote restaurant was beautiful and Angry Anchovy pizza jaunt definitely worth a visit too.
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Christa
The cottage was just as advertised (we have stayed in this road before), the perfect location to enjoy Port Isaac and Gaverne, and to get out of the town easily to explore further afield by car. The kitchen was well equipped, the view gorgeous, the rooms comfortable and clean. Very happy to recommend. Would also recommend you splurging on a meal at the Fish Kitchen - glorious food!
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Terri
The view was even better than expected!