10/10 Excellent
Brent K.
13 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Location
Brent K.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023
Entire home
Porthtowan Lodge, pet-free, short walk to beach and SW coastal path
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Reviews
10
Exceptional
Entire home
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6100 sq m
Popular amenities
- Hot tubHot tub
- FireplaceFireplace
- KitchenKitchen
- Barbecue grillBarbecue grill
- Free WiFiFree WiFi
- WasherWasher
Check out the area
Porthtowan, ENG
- Porthtowan Beach8 min walk
- Chapel Porth Beach8 min drive
- Trevaunance Cove8 min drive
- Plymouth (PLH-Plymouth City)97 min drive
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20/10 Excellent
It is a wonderful property in a beautiful location. Very well thought through to ensure a comfortable stay with everythi...
Brent K.
Sep 13, 2023
20/10 Excellent
Can't recommend highly enough. Fantastic high spec property with everything needed for a home from home. Communication a...
Victoria E.
Sep 2, 2023
20/10 Excellent
Have visited Porthtowan on many occasions over the years and stopped in a number of properties there. This is by far the...
Gez M.
Aug 29, 2023
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Porthtowan Lodge, pet-free, short walk to beach and SW coastal path
Our beautiful holiday lodge sits at the highest point of the Towan Valley resort, tucked away in a quiet corner. It has a rear terrace, front veranda and a first floor balcony that offer privacy and enable you to be in the sun all day long, or in the shade if it gets too hot. The paved terrace at the rear is a private and sheltered space ideal for sunbathing and relaxing on the large corner sofa.
Porthtowan's famous sand and surf beach is just a short walk away, while village amenities include a small grocery store, children's playground, surf hire and tuition and numerous cafes and pub / restaurants including the famous Blue Bar and newly refurbished Unicorn On The Beach.
NEW for 2023!
Refurbished bathrooms with integrated WC and basin units, real wood flooring to the ground floor and best of all, an air source heat pump providing warm air to the whole house during the chillier days of spring and autumn. It also provides air conditioning on those hot summer days!
The high speed fibre internet service keeps you in touch with the rest of the world at all times, and provides up to date local information and guides covering the whole of Cornwall.
The ground floor of the house is very spacious and light with three glazed doors and side windows. The lounge area has two comfortable leather sofas, coffee tables, a 49 in. Smart TV and a wide choice of reading material, games etc. The dining area has a large and sturdy oak dining set to seat 8, plus a further table for study, card games etc. The kitchen is separate and also large and well-equipped with a view to the rear and back terrace. There is also a WC on the ground floor.
The rear of the house is open right up to the roof with huge windows which greet the morning sun. A painted wood staircase leads to the first floor.
The main bedroom is also very spacious and has a delightful balcony which gets the sun for most of the day and has a lovely view over the rooftops to the surrounding countryside and down to the sea. This room has a superking size bed, plenty of drawers and a hanging rail plus a good sized en-suite shower room. Two more bedrooms offer a king size double bed and twin beds , both with storage space and hanging rails. The shared family bathroom has a full size bath with thermostatic shower mixer, plus wash basin and WC.
There is an allocated parking space just a short walk from the entrance door.
Porthtowan's famous sand and surf beach is just a short walk away, while village amenities include a small grocery store, children's playground, surf hire and tuition and numerous cafes and pub / restaurants including the famous Blue Bar and newly refurbished Unicorn On The Beach.
NEW for 2023!
Refurbished bathrooms with integrated WC and basin units, real wood flooring to the ground floor and best of all, an air source heat pump providing warm air to the whole house during the chillier days of spring and autumn. It also provides air conditioning on those hot summer days!
The high speed fibre internet service keeps you in touch with the rest of the world at all times, and provides up to date local information and guides covering the whole of Cornwall.
The ground floor of the house is very spacious and light with three glazed doors and side windows. The lounge area has two comfortable leather sofas, coffee tables, a 49 in. Smart TV and a wide choice of reading material, games etc. The dining area has a large and sturdy oak dining set to seat 8, plus a further table for study, card games etc. The kitchen is separate and also large and well-equipped with a view to the rear and back terrace. There is also a WC on the ground floor.
The rear of the house is open right up to the roof with huge windows which greet the morning sun. A painted wood staircase leads to the first floor.
The main bedroom is also very spacious and has a delightful balcony which gets the sun for most of the day and has a lovely view over the rooftops to the surrounding countryside and down to the sea. This room has a superking size bed, plenty of drawers and a hanging rail plus a good sized en-suite shower room. Two more bedrooms offer a king size double bed and twin beds , both with storage space and hanging rails. The shared family bathroom has a full size bath with thermostatic shower mixer, plus wash basin and WC.
There is an allocated parking space just a short walk from the entrance door.
Property manager
Gordon Hathway
Languages
Danish, English, French, Norwegian, Swedish
Property amenities
Pool/Spa
- Spa tub
Internet
- Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
- On-site parking
- Car recommended
Kitchen
- Fridge
- Stovetop
- Microwave
- Oven
- Dishwasher
- Toaster
- Cookware/dishes/utensils
- Mixer
- Coffee/tea maker
Dining
- A bar/lounge
- Dining table
Bedrooms
- 3 bedrooms
- Bed sheets provided
Bathroom
- 2 bathrooms
- Bathtub or shower
- Hair dryer
- Shampoo
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Fireplace
- Living room
Entertainment
- Smart TV with cable/satellite service
- DVD player
- Games
- Books
- Video library
Outdoor areas
- Balcony
- Terrace
- Barbecue
- Garden
- Outdoor furniture
Laundry
- Washing machine and dryer
Work spaces
- Computer monitor
- Printer
- Desk
- Desk chair
Comfort
- Air conditioning
- Heating
Pets
- No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
- Hardwood flooring in public areas
- Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
- Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
- Near the sea
- In a rural location
- Near a hospital
- In a village
Things to do
- Birdwatching nearby
- Cycling nearby
- Ecotours nearby
- Fishing nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Kayaking nearby
- Mountain biking nearby
- Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
- Swimming nearby
Safety features
- Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
- Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
- Fire extinguisher
- Deadbolt lock
General
- Unit size: 1076 sq ft (100 sq m)
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Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
We should mention
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
Property is also known as
Vrbo Property
Coastal Eco home Short Walk From Porthtowan Village Beach
About the area
Truro
Located in Truro, this holiday home is in a rural area and by the sea. While the natural beauty of Fistral Beach and Carbis Bay Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore St Ives Harbour.
Travelling with kids? Consider West Cornwall Adventure, or check out an event or a game at Mount Wise Stadium. Kayaking and surfing/body boarding offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and ecotours nearby.
What's nearby
- Porthtowan Beach - 8 min walk
- Wheal Coates Tin Mine - 6 min drive
- Chapel Porth Beach - 8 min drive
- Trevaunance Cove - 8 min drive
- Perranporth Beach - 22 min drive
Getting around
- Redruth Station - 13 min drive
- Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall) - 39 min drive
Restaurants
- The Cornish Pantry - 8 min drive
- Smokey Joes Cafe - 8 min drive
- Fox & Hounds Inn - 9 min drive
- Portreath Beach Cafe - 10 min drive
- Railway Inn - 5 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Porthtowan Lodge, pet-free, short walk to beach and SW coastal path pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Porthtowan Lodge, pet-free, short walk to beach and SW coastal path?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Porthtowan Lodge, pet-free, short walk to beach and SW coastal path?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Porthtowan Lodge, pet-free, short walk to beach and SW coastal path located?
This family-friendly Truro holiday home is located by the sea, within a 10-minute walk of Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and Porthtowan Beach. Chapel Porth Beach and St Agnes Beacon are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Victoria E.
2 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect stay in Porthtowan
Can't recommend highly enough. Fantastic high spec property with everything needed for a home from home. Communication and check-in was great. Less than 10 minute walk to beautiful Porthtowan. Would love to come back next year.
Victoria E.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Gez M.
29 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Absolute gem of a place to stay
Have visited Porthtowan on many occasions over the years and stopped in a number of properties there. This is by far the best property we have stayed in. It is a short walk down the hill to the beach (less than 5 mins). The property was spotlessly clean, with modern furniture in a spacious open plan setting. The kitchen has everything you need and all utensils, cutlery and crockery match perfectly. Bathrooms were also spotless. A lot of care and attention has been taken by the owner who's communication before during and after has been impeccable. We will certainly be looking to head back in the near future. A gem of a property in one the best little beach resorts Cornwall has to offer.
Gez M.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Donna B., Coventry
9 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic stay!
Really happy with our stay. Plenty of room indoors and front and back outdoor space. Very comfortable and provided everything that we needed.
Nice view from back of the property too.
Donna B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Timothy J.
1 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
We're been visiting Porthtowan for years but this was the first time at this property. Absolutely perfect, nothing else to say, couldn't recommend it highly enough.
Timothy J.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Matt J.
12 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect holiday stay
The property worked well on so many levels.
The rooms were a good size and all are decorated like a home, so you feel instantly relaxed. The kitchen has everything you need and the beds are comfy. The outdoor space was great - sun in the back in the morning and sun on the front decking in the evening. Hooks outside the back for drying off wetsuits and space outside for all the surf/beach paraphernalia.
It’s about 10 mins walk to the beach and less to the coast path .. a 3 min hill (yep, we timed it ;) which is steep, but ok to get back to the property. But then you feel like you’ve ‘earned’ your cold beer.
Porthtowan is great. It has places to eat, a village shop, fish and chips and a family friendly beach with the most stunning sunsets!
Really enjoyed our stay and was sad to leave such a beautiful place.
Matt J.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Hayley P.
22 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Great base - Porthtowan is lovely!
House is great, has everything you need and is clean and tidy! Front outdoor space was also ideal for children to play and meet other children on holiday too.
Porthtowan is quant with a nice village feel. We were lucky most days with weather so didn't leave Porthtowan too much for the week we stayed. The walk up the hill to Towan Valley resort from the beach is quite steep and a bit of mission but is do-able. We were concerned about parking with two cars before we arrived but everyone at the resort double parked in their parking bays and there were plenty of room.
Just one main little grocery shop in Porthtowan so also wise to book a online delivery for when you arrive if you can. Tesco, Asda, sainsbury's and Waitrose all delivered whilst we were there.
Hayley P.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Daniel W.
13 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Great property a short walk from the beach and surf
Great property, well set out and very comfortable for a family of six as long as people don’t mind sharing. Other children about for a bit of friendship making and games. Local town lacks the capacity needed for the numbers that come here, but the accommodation was wonderful.
Daniel W.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
PETER S.
6 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent area for beach activities and services
Communication with owner excellent, has everything you need ,home from home very clean and tidy will stop again
PETER S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Christopher
3 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Super host, super property
Gordon’s communication was on point and he went above and beyond to help host our 18 month old.
The house is spot on for a family and the location is quiet without being too far from the beach and amenities.
Christopher
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022