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Porteath Barn; Seclusion, Space, Sea.

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A stone building with a garden in front.
A stone building with a central entrance and two side wings, surrounded by lush greenery.
A pool table with balls, a sofa, a television, and a fireplace in a living room.
A compact kitchen with a central island, wooden beams, a framed picture on the wall, and a stove on the right.
A well-maintained golf course with a winding path, surrounded by lush greenery and flowering plants.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Arcade/game room

    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade/game room.
  • Discover nearby landmarks

    Near Cornwall National Landscape
6 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 14

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Dog-friendly
  • Toys
  • Barbecue grill
  • Refrigerator
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Polzeath, ENG
  • Place, Cornwall National Landscape
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Polzeath Beach
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Port Isaac Beach
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Airport, Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall)
    ‪53 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

6 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 6

4 Twin Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Porteath Barn; Seclusion, Space, Sea.

Porteath Barn is a truly unique property. Secluded, extensive gardens and lakes, moments from the coastal path and a typically deserted beach, yet less than 5 minutes from Polzeath. The house and gardens are totally unoverlooked and comfortably accommodate 14, with an internal area of 300m2 and grounds of 5 acres.

The property is surrounded by sheep grazing farm land on 3 sides and National Trust coast land at the far end of the garden. The sea can be reached in 5 minutes on foot via a footpath leading directly from the garden to the coastal path. Epphaven beach is the nearest point, a beautiful cove which can only be reach by foot (or boat!)

Porteath Barn is a full equipped, large family home. The house has very recently been totally refurbished and newly furnished throughout, including solid oak flooring throughout ground and first floors.

Guests are welcome to wander throughout the very extensive gardens, with numerous seating points and sea view.
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Facilities include:

Living Room
2 indoor log fires (with fire guard, logs provided)
pool table
table tennis table
SONOS sound system (download the app and play music from your device throughout the house)
Samsung 40 inch Smart TV & DVD player
range of over 200 DVDs across all age ratings
selection of reading books
selection of local interest/wildlife books
selection of board games
children's play kitchen

Kitchen
SONOS sound system (download the app and play music from your device throughout the house)
fully equipped kitchen, including Aga, Siemens dishwasher, large Fisher & Paykel fridge freezer (with cold water dispenser and ice maker) and back up AEG fridge
range of cook books
Large kitchen table (240cm x 106cm) with bench seating

Bedrooms
all double beds equipped with new VI Spring mattresses
the bunk bed room is recommended for the use if children as structurally unsound for adults to sleep on the top beds.

Outside

There are several outs side seating and dining areas, to get the sun throughout the day.

There is a large charcoal BBQ
This must be cleaned by you on departure as the house keeper does not have time during a changeover. There will be a charge of £50 added should this not be done as she will have to be called back to do this.

croquet set
boule set
badminton set
bats and balls
buckets and spades
2 large ponds and rowing boat

Other
iron and ironing board
hair dryer
there is no tumble dryer but instead a large utility room with plenty of hanging space

Nearby coastal towns include Polzeath (1.8 miles), Rock (3.4 miles), Port Isaac (5.2 miles) and Padstow (5 mins from Rock via passenger ferry).

Polzeath and Rock offer an exceptional range of water sports and boating facilities. There are numerous golf courses very close by, including The Point and St Enodoc.

The nearest train station is Bodmin Parkway, 16.3 miles away. Western Greyhound run a daily local bus service between Camelford and Wadebridge, which will stop on request exactly at the turning for Porteath Barn.

PLEASE NOTE THAT THERE ARE 2 LARGE PONDS AT THE FAR END OF THE GARDEN, APPROXIMATELY 200m FROM THE HOUSE. THESE DO POSE A SAFETY RISK FOR YOUNG CHILDREN IF LEFT UNSUPERVISED.
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 10:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Please note large unfenced ponds at end of garden

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Events

No events allowed

Not additional overnight guests

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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 55 lbs per pet (limit 2 pets total)

2 sensible dogs , hosed off outside is sandy/muddy

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Pets: 2 well behaved dogs - sheep are around Hose and dry off before entering house Not on furniture No additional overnight guests. No Parties.

Pets: 2 dogs are permitted Remove/ dispose of dog poo (fine £25) Hose and dry off before entering house Not on furniture

No additional overnight guests.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 6823540ha
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Not additional overnight guests
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the neighborhood

Wadebridge

Located in Wadebridge, this vacation home is in a rural area and by the sea. Cliffside Gallery and St Peter's Church Hall Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at St. Enodoc Golf Club and Bowood Park Golf Course. Traveling with kids? Consider Cornish Coast Day Adventures and Wadebridge Leisure Centre. Windsurfing, sailing, and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
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Polzeath, ENG

What's nearby

  • Cornwall National Landscape - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Polzeath Beach - 11 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Port Isaac Beach - 16 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Padstow Harbour - 27 min drive - 8.7 km
  • Eden Project - 57 min drive - 46.1 km

Getting around

  • St Columb Road Station - 25 min drive
  • Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Seafood Restaurant - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Angelique's Tea Room - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Atlantic Bar and Kitchen - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Old Custom House - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪The Mariners - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Porteath Barn; Seclusion, Space, Sea. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 55 lbs per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Porteath Barn; Seclusion, Space, Sea.?

As of Sep 17, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Porteath Barn; Seclusion, Space, Sea. on Sep 20, 2026 start from $1,498, 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.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Porteath Barn; Seclusion, Space, Sea.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Porteath Barn; Seclusion, Space, Sea.?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Porteath Barn; Seclusion, Space, Sea. located?

This family-friendly Wadebridge vacation home is located by the sea, within 3 mi (5 km) of Cornwall National Landscape, Cornish Coast Day Adventures and Polzeath Beach. Hayle Bay and Greenaway Beach are also within 3 mi (5 km).

About the host

Hosted by Carolyn

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Why they chose this property

Once found , people are now returning year after year for their family holidays.

Set up to entertain the children with ample space for the adults to unwind.

What makes this property unique

Spacious, well fitted out, Vi sprung mattresses,

5 acre of private, sheltered gardens and lakes

Access to coastal path

Access via garden to Epphaven beach, and Lundy Bay.

Less than 5 minute drive to Polzeath

Languages:

English

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