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19th Century Fisherman's Cottage close to Porthleven Harbour and beach
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Reviews
9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedroomsSleeps 550.0 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Porthleven, England
- Porthleven Beach6 min walk
- The Loe3 min drive
- St. Michael's Mount30 min drive
- Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall)53 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)
Bedroom 2
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 3
2 Single Beds
Master Bedroom
1 Double Bed
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area
About this property
19th Century Fisherman's Cottage close to Porthleven Harbour and beach
Welcome to An Diank Meur (Cornish for 'The Great Escape'!)
This beautiful 150 year old Cornish fisherman's cottage is full of character and original features. Conveniently situated in the heart of this historic fishing port, come stay and enjoy a truly Cornish holiday experience.
Set in a quiet backwater, 'An Diank Meur' is located within a few hundred meters of Porthleven harbour and perfectly situated for walking to the many bars and restaurants, various shops, galleries, the beach and coastal path.
Traditional yet sympathetically modernised and well maintained, the accommodation is arranged over 3 floors. With an abundance of exposed beams throughout, the comfortable lounge has a wood burner set in a feature granite fireplace providing the perfect place to relax after a long day on the beach or walking the coastal path.
There are three bedrooms located over 2 levels on the ground and first floor, which will sleep 5 guests - children only in the bunk beds (age 4-15 years recommended) The property is unsuitable for toddlers (under four years old) and the elderly/infirm due to steep steps. Babes in arms welcome.
Double bedroom on the ground floor has a 4ft bed; master bedroom on the first floor has a 4ft 6in double and Bedroom three, also on the first floor, is fitted with bunk beds suitable for children over the age of four.
On the lower floor, accessed via the original 19th century low staircase (mind your head!) is a modern, well equipped and fully fitted kitchen, utility room with dishwasher and washing machine and family bathroom with underfloor heating.
The property is electrically heated throughout providing a warm and cosy environment for any season.
A smart TV with Freeview, DVD player complete with a range of DVDs, blutooth music system, books and games are all available to keep you and your family entertained.
A small patio with table and two chairs is accessed from the kitchen at the rear of the cottage
* FREE Wi-Fi
* Pets: One Small/medium dog welcome but please note there is no garden at the property
* On street parking
* Towels, bed linen and electric heating included
PLEASE NOTE:
A steep staircase from the living room down to the kitchen and bathroom make this property unsuitable for the elderly infirm or toddlers
FRIDAY CHANGEOVER DAYS
Please note our minimum stay is 7 nights during April - September and a minimum 4 night stay the rest of the year, contact us for more information.
This beautiful 150 year old Cornish fisherman's cottage is full of character and original features. Conveniently situated in the heart of this historic fishing port, come stay and enjoy a truly Cornish holiday experience.
Set in a quiet backwater, 'An Diank Meur' is located within a few hundred meters of Porthleven harbour and perfectly situated for walking to the many bars and restaurants, various shops, galleries, the beach and coastal path.
Traditional yet sympathetically modernised and well maintained, the accommodation is arranged over 3 floors. With an abundance of exposed beams throughout, the comfortable lounge has a wood burner set in a feature granite fireplace providing the perfect place to relax after a long day on the beach or walking the coastal path.
There are three bedrooms located over 2 levels on the ground and first floor, which will sleep 5 guests - children only in the bunk beds (age 4-15 years recommended) The property is unsuitable for toddlers (under four years old) and the elderly/infirm due to steep steps. Babes in arms welcome.
Double bedroom on the ground floor has a 4ft bed; master bedroom on the first floor has a 4ft 6in double and Bedroom three, also on the first floor, is fitted with bunk beds suitable for children over the age of four.
On the lower floor, accessed via the original 19th century low staircase (mind your head!) is a modern, well equipped and fully fitted kitchen, utility room with dishwasher and washing machine and family bathroom with underfloor heating.
The property is electrically heated throughout providing a warm and cosy environment for any season.
A smart TV with Freeview, DVD player complete with a range of DVDs, blutooth music system, books and games are all available to keep you and your family entertained.
A small patio with table and two chairs is accessed from the kitchen at the rear of the cottage
* FREE Wi-Fi
* Pets: One Small/medium dog welcome but please note there is no garden at the property
* On street parking
* Towels, bed linen and electric heating included
PLEASE NOTE:
A steep staircase from the living room down to the kitchen and bathroom make this property unsuitable for the elderly infirm or toddlers
FRIDAY CHANGEOVER DAYS
Please note our minimum stay is 7 nights during April - September and a minimum 4 night stay the rest of the year, contact us for more information.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 27
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 3–17
Unsuitable for toddlers,steep stairs over 4s only.
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs less than 25 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Max one small/medium dog welcome.
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
We should mention
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Helston
Located in Helston, this cottage is near theme parks and by the sea. While the natural beauty of St. Michael's Mount and Carbis Bay Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore St Ives Harbour.
Flambards and Potager Garden are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Porthleven, England
What's nearby
- Porthleven Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
- The Loe - 3 min drive - 1.4 km
- Poldhu Cove - 17 min drive - 17.6 km
- Mullion Cove Harbour - 20 min drive - 21.4 km
- St. Michael's Mount - 30 min drive - 17.6 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Boo Koos - 5 min drive
- Blue Anchor - 4 min drive
- The Bell Inn - 5 min drive
- The Ship Inn - 8 min walk
- Queens Arms - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Robert Frost
My wife and I first holidayed in Porthleven in 2012 and have been returning every year since; our friends auntie, Maggie, owned the cottage and we always had a wonderfully relaxing time, a true home from home.
When we learned the cottage was for sale we took the opportunity to purchase a small piece of the wonderful harbour town of Porthleven and we now consider it our very own An Diank Meur (Great Escape, in Cornish).
We never tire of returning to Porthleven to enjoy the wonderful scenery and costal walks with our cocker spaniel.
It is a real home-from-home for all the family to enjoy, we hope you love it as much as we do.
When we learned the cottage was for sale we took the opportunity to purchase a small piece of the wonderful harbour town of Porthleven and we now consider it our very own An Diank Meur (Great Escape, in Cornish).
We never tire of returning to Porthleven to enjoy the wonderful scenery and costal walks with our cocker spaniel.
It is a real home-from-home for all the family to enjoy, we hope you love it as much as we do.
Why they chose this property
We fell in love with the cottage whilst holidaying here and we loved its cosy
interior and wonderful location so close to the harbour, the beach and lovely local pubs and restaurants.
The cottage was aptly named An Diank Meur (Cornish for The Great Escape) and we have found this to be true because as soon as you step through the door you escape the real world and relaaax.
interior and wonderful location so close to the harbour, the beach and lovely local pubs and restaurants.
The cottage was aptly named An Diank Meur (Cornish for The Great Escape) and we have found this to be true because as soon as you step through the door you escape the real world and relaaax.
What makes this property unique
A blend of original features with the comfort of a modern home.
Languages:
English
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