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Unique Grade 2 listed beachside piece of Cornish Heritage with stunning sea view

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Beach nearby
Exterior
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
9.4

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8186 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher

Explore the area

Map
Porthtowan, England
  • Popular LocationPorthtowan Beach4 min walk
  • Popular LocationChapel Porth Beach10 min drive
  • Popular LocationPortreath Beach14 min drive
  • AirportPlymouth (PLH-Plymouth City)100 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Unique Grade 2 listed beachside piece of Cornish Heritage with stunning sea view

The Engine House in Porthtowan is a completely unique part of Cornwall's heritage and lifestyle. Built at the height of the Cornish mining boom, it is a Grade II Listed beachside property with huge character, and is our much-loved home. The reverse level layout gives great beach views from the open-plan first and top floor, and the wrap-around first-floor level deck with pizza oven and outdoor furniture make for a perfect setting. In the heart of Poldark country, Porthtowan is located between Illogan and St. Agnes (known as St. Annes in the book and TV series) with spectacular countryside walks in both directions along the South West Coastal Path. Featured in Charlie Luxton's C4 Programme "Homes by the Sea" in September 2015 , The Engine House is a genuine part of Cornwall's heritage. Charlie says in the show "I could live here - I could definitely live here"! Other TV coverage includes Robson Green's Wild Swimming Adventure, when he swam in the Victorian tidal pool on the beach, describing it as "perfect". Kevin Mcleod briefly featured The Engine House in Grand Designs (Series 7, episode 18 - where he said "The Engine House at Porthtowan is one of the more successful conversions I have seen. It is unconventional."...."It proves that it is possible to make a beautiful home from these industrial dinosaurs".

Property manager

Robert Salvoni

Languages

English, Italian

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen island
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 3 total pets

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Chef
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Golf on site
  • Optional golf privileges on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Windsurfing 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)

General

  • Unit size: 2000 sq ft (186 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
3 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 25
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
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

Unique Beachside Cornish Engine House 2021 DATES NOW LIVE!
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Unique Beachside Cornish Engine House 2019 Dates NOW Live
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About the area

Truro

Located in Truro, this holiday home is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Fistral Beach and Carbis Bay Beach. Ready for a night out? Consider Performance Centre and Tolmen Centre. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and hiking/biking trails.
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What's nearby

  • Porthtowan Beach - 4 min walk
  • Wheal Coates Tin Mine - 8 min drive
  • Trevaunance Cove - 10 min drive
  • Chapel Porth Beach - 10 min drive
  • Portreath Beach - 14 min drive

Getting around

  • Redruth Station - 13 min drive
  • Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Cornish Pantry - 7 min drive
  • Smokey Joes Cafe - 9 min drive
  • Portreath Beach Cafe - 10 min drive
  • Railway Inn - 7 min drive
  • Gwel an Mor - 11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Unique Grade 2 listed beachside piece of Cornish Heritage with stunning sea view pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Unique Grade 2 listed beachside piece of Cornish Heritage with stunning sea view?

As of 21 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Unique Grade 2 listed beachside piece of Cornish Heritage with stunning sea view on 24 May 2024 start from AU$648.13, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Unique Grade 2 listed beachside piece of Cornish Heritage with stunning sea view?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Unique Grade 2 listed beachside piece of Cornish Heritage with stunning sea view?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Unique Grade 2 listed beachside piece of Cornish Heritage with stunning sea view located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Porthtowan Beach and Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Chapel Porth Beach and Wheal Coates Tin Mine are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 60 out of 82 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 82 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 82 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 82 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 82 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Rebecca H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Engine House
Loved staying here with our family and dogs, wonderful old building and location next to the beach. Robert very helpful and lovely neighbour Mike!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

frances evans e.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cornish seaside
Lovely property in lovely location but beware of steep stairs if very old or young in your group
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacey J.

Liked: Cleanliness
A stormy seaside stay
This historic mill is an absolute must. Me and my family stayed the week of storm Ciaran and had a fantastic stay so close to the beach. It has everything you’d need, is wonderfully rustic and has been beautifully restored. The views are amazing and Porthtowan is a lovely seaside village.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Si D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location.
Really well situated, lots of space inside and very friendly owner. Would recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Louise B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous historic beach location
We have been going to the Engine House for 7-8 years and are booking for next year. It is well furnished and plenty of room.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Simon M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Character holiday home
The location of The Engine House is great, right by the beach, and it is big enough for a 3 generation family group to have plenty of space.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Robyn Jacobs

Porthtowan Engine Room
The building was amazing, full of character and a great location right on the beach. It was let down by the cleanliness and the very uncomfortable beds, and according to the price I would have expected better. With a bit of attention to detail this could be a gem of a stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

6/10 Okay

Caroline Addis-Mitchell

Fantastic location but the property is in need of a makeover
This is a really quirky property in a fantastic location. Porthtowan is beautiful with lots of great amenities. The property however is a little tired and in need of a refurb All the furniture needs replacing especially the beds!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

EMMA H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous spot
We’ve had the best week in Porthtowan - what a fabulous spot for a break. The house was perfectly located and the property manager super helpful and friendly. We absolutely loved it and would not hesitate to recommend. Many thanks Robert!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jordan P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Highly recommend!
.We really enjoyed our stay in this sleepy beach town. All you need is within walking distance: a market, a tiny health food store, restaurants, a pub-like restaurant, fish & chips, footpaths along the coastline, the beach (and surfing), cool caves at low tide, historic engine buildings from mining, and ice cream with clotted cream. If you’re up for a long hike 3 or 4 miles each way, you can even hike to a slightly busier British town with traditional pubs, bakeries and cute shops. I highly recommend a car, however, so you can explore other towns along the coast. There are several castles 30 to 60 min away, including St. Michael’s Mount on a little island off Falmouth. The house is very cool and comfy. The owner is friendly and helpful. It’s an old engine house right by the beach. Thank you for opening your home to us.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022