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Private kitchen
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Property grounds

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 260 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Porthleven
  • Place, Four Crows Gallery
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Porthleven Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, The Loe
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall)
    ‪56 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Balcony
Garden

About this property

Salvay

Located in the heart of the charming harbour town of Porthleven in West Cornwall, this cottage boasts a prime central location and is just a stone's throw away from a beautiful beach and a thriving food scene, with an array of excellent restaurants and cafes nearby.

Perfect for a romantic long weekend or an extended getaway, this cosy cottage comfortably sleeps up to two guests and offers easy access to all the local amenities. Step out of the living area onto your own private patio complete and relax on the garden furniture, where you can soak up the Cornish sunshine.

The well-equipped kitchen features all the modern appliances you need, including an oven, microwave, kettle, and toaster, making it ideal for whipping up a delicious meal to enjoy at the dining table. Unwind on the sofa while watching TV or take advantage of the included Wi-Fi during your stay.

The property includes a ground floor bathroom with shower, WC, and basin. Upstairs, you'll find a spacious double bedroom, making this charming cottage the perfect romantic retreat for couples.

Porthleven, the southernmost working port in the United Kingdom, is renowned for its picturesque harbour and intriguing historic buildings. Despite its growing popularity as a tourist destination, this charming village still exudes the quaint character of an unspoilt fishing village, complete with a beautiful granite harbour, a pier, and an iconic clock tower.

Located on the Coastal Path, Porthleven serves as an ideal base for a walking holiday, offering convenient access to many of Cornwall's renowned attractions and theme parks. The friendly atmosphere of this large village, combined with its excellent restaurants and pleasant beach, make it a wonderful place to visit. Visitors can browse and purchase locally-made goods at several shops throughout the village, ensuring a truly authentic Cornish experience.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Dangerous animals not allowed.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Checkin 16:00-22:00

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: GBP 25
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Helston

Located in Helston, this cottage is in a rural area and near theme parks. St. Michael's Mount and Poldark Mine are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Paradise Park and JungleBarn and Mullion Cove Harbour. One2Eleven and Potager Garden are also worth visiting.
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Porthleven

What's nearby

  • Four Crows Gallery - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Porthleven Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • South West Coast Path Section 26 Trailhead - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • The Loe - 3 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Loe Bar Beach - 11 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • St Erth Station - 19 min drive
  • Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall) - 69 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Boo Koos - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Blue Anchor - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Queens Arms - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Bell Inn - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Harbour Inn - ‬1 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Salvay pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. There's a fee of GBP 25. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at Salvay?

As of 26 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Salvay on 19 May 2026 start from AU$314, 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 Salvay?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Salvay?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Salvay located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within a 5-minute walk of Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and Porthleven Beach. The Loe and Loe Bar Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Brilliant stay, what a gem just off the harbour

Brilliant stay, what a gem just off the harbour
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Great stay, would recommend great location

Great stay, would recommend great location for a lovely, chilled weekend away, the bath is slightly smaller than I anticipated but lovely accommodation
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Amanda

Cosy getaway in the heart of porthleven.

It was nice, quiet, cosy and warm.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Amanda

Cosy getaway in the heart of porthleven.

It was nice, quiet, cosy and warm.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Lesley

Loved our stay in Porthleven, such a beautiful unspoilt harbour town with a fantastic beach & won

Very central, basic but very comfortable, good size bed & nice outside space. Loved Porthleven Need a shelf in the bathroom
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Wonderful!

A beautiful cosy cottage right in the heart of Porthleven.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Stewart

This is the second time we have used this house.

Will use again next year when we go back.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Lovely spot, nice little place very cosey great location

nice, clean & cosy good locationLittle tricky to find at first, one toilet roll for 3 days .
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Robyn

The location is excellent and the cottage was very cosy and comfortable to stay in

The location is excellent and the cottage was very cosy and comfortable to stay in. The toilet is downstairs. I understand it's a small place, so not much room to put a loo. But if you need the loo at night you will have to traverse the stairs.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house in good location

We really enjoyed our stay. The house had everything we needed and is the perfect location for a stay in Porthleven. Would recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Elisha

Amazing weekend away

It was a lovely location, and a lovely property really felt at home there. Nothing it was lovely
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Mark

Very pleasant 4 days

Close to the harbour small
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Akeel

It was great in terms of location.

Cottage was exactly what you see in the photos. Easy access to everywhere and the restaurants on your doorstep was perfect. I would highly recommend staying here.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Lauren

Liked: Amenities, communication
Quaint cottage and great location. Cleanliness could have been better and a few things needed updating, some furnishings and fixtures were a bit tired. Overall a nice stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

helen

Quiet and cozy

Lovely cozy accommodation. Right on harbor and shops quiet and relaxing location bit hidden out of the way but just ask anyone where it is.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary

Conveniently situated cosy cottage

The cottage had everything needed for a comfortable stay in a convenient location. Ideal size for a single person or a couple,
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Makayla

Perfect little house, really comfortable and had nearly everything that you could need.

Tea, coffee and milk were provided which was a really nice touch. The outside area is really big and would be lovely to sit out in the summer. A quick walk to shops, restaurants, pub and a cafe. It would be better if there was a hob but the portable one was good enough to make a one pan meal.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Patrizia

Beautiful house in porthleven

Beautiful house, very comfortable and perfect for two people! Perfect location to go easily on foot around the very beautiful country. And also to visit all the wonders of Cornwall, we had a great time we wished we could have stayed longer. We had a bit of trouble finding it because it was in a little street but in the end everything worked out fine.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

David

Just Lovely

Property was well presented tidy and very well located. Nothing Parking is a premium in the area took a bit of finding a space.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Alasdair

The location is great and Porthleven is lovely.

The cottage was slightly hard to find and the map location slightly off, so check the instructions carefully. Cottage is nice, though maybe a bit smaller than I thought from the photos, and a bit expensive. There were also a lot of forms to complete!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

We loved our stay at Salvay, in Perthleven.

It was in a perfect for us to walk to family and had everything we needed for our stay – apart from a hob! I would suggest a hob be added to the kitchen, then Salvay would be a perfect 5/5 across the board. Thank you.
Verified

8/10 Good

Marion D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good Location. Easy to find.

Found it difficult to cook food like pasta, so had Oat Bars and tea instead. Big television but it didn't work. I have the same problem with my new TV.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Russell

Shame about the weather…

The layout and general facilities were good and the size is perfect for a couple There was a lack of basic tea and coffee provisions and the “hob” did not work. Also the TV did not work either on Freeview or using the apps over WiFi. This was raised in email on the first evening but no response was received
Verified

8/10 Good

Dominik M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

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