Porthleven is a picturesque Cornish fishing village, located on the south coast 10 mins from Helston (by car). This is a great place to stay for a few days, there's loads to do, lots of great food & beer and some fantastic photograph locations. Porthleven has plenty of accommodation but booking early is essential, there is also a campsite 5mins walk from the village centre. There are loads of great restaurants & pubs with a plentiful supply of coffee shops, not forgetting the 'Horse & Jockey' pasty shop, a beef skirt rough puff pasty is my favourite, especially washed down with a pint of 'Proper Job' from the Harbour Inn. One of my favourite places to eat would have to be the 'Ship Inn', really very good food, lovely sea food and some good vegetarian options also. Roaring log fire in winter for those cold drizzly days. Places to photograph - The Clock Tower is probably the most famous landmark to take an image of, especially during a S.W. Storm, waves frequently reach the top of the tower, how it's still standing pays testament to its builders (they don't build them like that these days). At the end of the pier is good for surfers out on the reef, you'll need a long lens at least 400mm. Between Porthleven and Helston, there is a National Trust area called 'Penrose Estate', this is a great place to walk, it has forest, open pasture, beach front and lakeside views (I'll be posting a separate description about Penrose) at a later date. One thing to note - During the English school summer holidays, Porthleven can get extremely busy.

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Below are some B&Bs in the surrounding area: Lugo Rock : 12 rooms. 11.8 mi (18.9 km) from the heart of Porthleven. Mount View Hotel B&B : 5 rooms. 8.7 mi (14 km) from the city centre. Enjoy the on-site dining and bar/lounge. The Norway Inn : 4 rooms. Situated 12.2 mi (19.7 km) from the heart of Porthleven. Enjoy the bar/lounge and on-site dining. Driftwood Spars : 18 rooms. 16.8 mi (27.1 km) from the city centre. Enjoy the bar/lounge and on-site dining. Headland House Luxury B&B : 9 rooms. Located 9.9 mi (16 km) from the core of Porthleven. Enjoy the free full breakfast and library.

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"Great room with a lovely Sun deck. The spa was excellent - incredibly relaxing and tranquil. "

Penventon Park Hotel

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"We had an excellent 4 nights. All the staff were first class and nothing was too much despite there being a private dinner & dance on Friday night and a wedding on Saturday. The room was very good and housekeeping provided us with a basket of towels etc every day as we stayed in the hotel to relax. Percy, our mini dachsund was provided with a nice bed, blanket and towel, all of which he refused to use, but he had his own crate. He had doggie treats by the score and many tummy tickles. We didn't use the leisure facilities and therefore cannot comment on them. Overall we really enjoyed our stay. "

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Whether you're on a romantic holiday and are looking to stay somewhere quiet, or you're a solo traveller hoping to meet fellow tourists, B&Bs can be a great choice for many types of holidaymakers. If you'd like to spend some time by the water during your time in Porthleven, Porthleven Beach and Loe Bar Beach are worth a stop.

How do you know if a B&B is a good option for your stay?

With attentive service, opportunities to interact with the owner and of course a full breakfast, B&Bs all have a one-of-a-kind setting.

What are the top B&Bs in Porthleven?

Below are some B&Bs in the surrounding area: Lugo Rock: 12 rooms. 11.8 mi (18.9 km) from the heart of Porthleven. Mount View Hotel B&B: 5 rooms. 8.7 mi (14 km) from the city centre. Enjoy the on-site dining and bar/lounge. The Norway Inn: 4 rooms. Situated 12.2 mi (19.7 km) from the heart of Porthleven. Enjoy the bar/lounge and on-site dining. Driftwood Spars: 18 rooms. 16.8 mi (27.1 km) from the city centre. Enjoy the bar/lounge and on-site dining. Headland House Luxury B&B: 9 rooms. Located 9.9 mi (16 km) from the core of Porthleven. Enjoy the free full breakfast and library.

What's the best time of year to stay at a B&B in Porthleven?

When you're dreaming of a getaway to Porthleven, make sure that you take the year-round temperatures into account. The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 16°C, while the coldest months are February and January, with an average of 9°C. Average annual precipitation for Porthleven is 865 mm.

What is there to do in Porthleven?

Spend some time exploring Porthleven Beach and The Loe if you're hoping to see some of the area's natural features. You should put Loe Bar Beach and Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty on your list if you want to see more of the area.

How can I get to and around Porthleven?

You can plan your excursions in and around Porthleven ahead of time with these transportation options. Fly into Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall), which is located 28.1 mi (45.3 km) away from the heart of the city. If you'd like to venture out around the area, consider renting a car to explore more sights.

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