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Contemporary Beach House with sea views and short walk to Blue Flag beach

Family-friendly holiday home in Truro

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Outdoor dining
Sea views from 4 bedrooms
Bedroom 1 with ensuite
Living area
Exterior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 102691.0 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Porthtowan, Cornwall
  • Place, Porthtowan Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Chapel Porth Beach
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Eden Project
    ‪44 min drive‬
  • Airport, Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Bedroom 5

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Contemporary Beach House with sea views and short walk to Blue Flag beach

Beach House sits 100m from the Blue Flag beach in Porthtowan, a small seaside village with a stunning 1 mile sandy beach, framed by National Trust protected coastline and served by RNLI Lifeguards. Learn to surf at the legendary Tris Surf or enjoy the thrill of nature lying down on a foam body board. On the beach is the 'Blue Bar', a Good Pub Guide pub with great food, and Chapel Porth National Trust cafe, home of the world famous HedgeHog ice cream. Walkers take the South West coastal path from the gate through the UNESCO World Heritage North Cornwall coastline. For cyclists: take an 11 mile coast-to-coast cycle route along old railway lines and one of the best BMX facilities in the UK is nearby. Great location for all of Cornwall, only 5 minutes from the A30. 20 minutes to Truro, 30 minutes to Newquay, Falmouth and St Ives. St Michaels Mount, Padstow, Lands End and The Eden Project are within in a 45 minute radius.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Sea view

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 9:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 3 total
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No stag or hen parties

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 and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 16
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property # 8075064

About the area

Truro

Located in Truro, this holiday home is near the beach. Wheal Coates Tin Mine and East Pool Mine are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Trevaskis Farm and Discovery Quay. Consider Performance Centre for a night out or Feadon Farm Wildlife Centre if you're travelling with kids. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like horse riding and other activities like birdwatching.
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Porthtowan, Cornwall

What's nearby

  • Porthtowan Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Chapel Porth Beach - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Fistral Beach - 28 min drive - 31.8 km
  • Watergate Bay Beach - 31 min drive - 36.6 km
  • Eden Project - 44 min drive - 57.8 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Cornish Pantry - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Inn For All Seasons - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Portreath Arms - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Red Lion Inn - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Driftwood Spars - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Contemporary Beach House with sea views and short walk to Blue Flag beach pet-friendly?

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

How much is parking at Contemporary Beach House with sea views and short walk to Blue Flag beach?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Contemporary Beach House with sea views and short walk to Blue Flag beach?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Contemporary Beach House with sea views and short walk to Blue Flag beach?

Checkout is at 9:30 AM.

Where is Contemporary Beach House with sea views and short walk to Blue Flag beach located?

This family-friendly Truro holiday home is located by the sea, just steps away from Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and Porthtowan Beach. Chapel Porth Beach and Wheal Coates Tin Mine are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 130 out of 162 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 25 out of 162 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 162 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 162 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 162 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Selina B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really lovely house with great views over the bay. Ideal place for a grown up family to celebrate my husbands 60th. Lots of space and really well equipt. The parking is a bit tricky, car park in the village free for the next few months.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house is in a stunning location with amazing sea views. It was exceptionally clean and had everything we needed for our weeks holiday. We had adults, an infant and dogs too. It felt spacious enough that we all had our own spaces and the fact there were 4 bathrooms was amazing. The steps upto the house are difficult but so worth it.
Teddie enjoying the lovely decking area
The house by night
The view from the bedroom
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My daughter and myself had a wonderful time.The property is fantastic.Steps were a challenge, I was worried because I am 70 years old, but managed them ok.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christian V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was great for a group of 8. it has good rooms and was clean. For our group it was big enough and it has all what is needed. It was a lovely time in Porthtowan and the house is located perfectly.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great holiday house and close to beach. We appreciated the improvements that have been made to the property since our last visit but we missed the large bbq which has been replaced with a small one not big enough when cooking for ten guests .
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samuel H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A fantastic weekend away with family to celebrate a 40th birthday! We all enjoyed the house especially the views and location. Overall, an excellent stay. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Buck M.

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

Great Beach Home

The property was extremely clean and well-stocked. It's a beautiful home with a beautiful view of the beach. We really enjoyed our time there. The driveway is a killer and there are several steps to the entrance, but the climb is so worth it! Thanks for a great few days in Porthtowan!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie T.

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

Brilliant house

Loved this house , very clean , and fabulous views .Beds super comfortable Would recommend to everyone .love to return
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara V.

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

Wow those steps !!

Excellent but details are right about the steps. Would not suit anyone with mobility/medical problems. View fantastic as were locals except for abusive neighbour as we were trying to load our car this morning. Can’t possibly repeat her language but people renovating next door helpful. Nervous car Parker's beware of steep drive
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather K.

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

A beautiful spacious property overlooking Porthtowan beach.

The property is fantastic. It is clean, well equipped and very comfortable. The views to the beach and coastal path are stunning. We so enjoyed our mini break. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Sarah S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Communication

Great location and beautiful views

Lovely stay, nice house took advantage of the beach which was lovely. Great bar by the sea nearby. Some decor needs refreshing and the single day beds are not suitable for teens as too restrictive. House has everything you need but bring firewood and kindling as not much provided.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah N.

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

Fantastic

Fantastic house with spectacular views. Very spacious and superb outdoor space overlooking the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen M.

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

Beautiful seaside house

Lovely house, beautiful views,lots of space very comfortable beds, huge comfortable settee, the views were amazing local bar & restaurant near by6 ladies away had a lovely relaxing tine away & made sure everything was tidy & clean when leavibgThank you MarkKind regardsKaren mitchell
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan S.

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

Weekend

7th visit in 8 years to this property, perfect location, everything you need is catered for, Blue Bar, Unicorn excellent, Porthtowan is my heaven.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim P.

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

Fantastic elevated seaside spot

Lovely space and flexible accommodation in an idyllic spot
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Melinda B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely property with great views, comfortable and well equipped. We've stayed in the village several times but this was our first time in this house, I'm sure it won't be the last.Lots of steps up to the property, might be a problem for older and less physically fit people, but weren't a problem for us. The views are worth it! We found the steep driveway a bit of a problem but found parking elsewhere
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane H.

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

Great property

Great property
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samantha G.

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

Perfect place for a family holiday so close to the beach and with amazing views!

Great house, location. Fantastic balcony and fire pit area with incredible views. It was a relaxing, comfortable and easy stay with everything we could have needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danielle T.

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

February half term get away

Lovely place to stay We went for morning walks on the beach Used the blue bar and had a wonderful meal at the unicorn which are both less then a 5min walk Used the post office to buy a pint of milk again 2 min walk The house was amazing every thing you need to stay felt very safe in the area used the carpark to park tge cars didnt use the drive
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane H.

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

Great property for family group

We have just returned from our fourth visit to Beach House and have just booked the property again next year. It is a lovely house with great views of the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

kevin a.

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

nice house - great location

very happy wit the accommodation - would definitely stay again
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debra M.

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

Lovely stay in the Beach House

Lovely views. Close to beach and amenities. Parking a little tight but overall a great house for a family.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Theo H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Review 1

The property and location were great. The car parking was was not ideal but we knew that clearly beforehand. The thing that was not mentioned beforehand was all the steps and was a hassle taking pushchairs and prams and even the luggage up and down. Overall it was worth the hassles !
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth H.

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

Fabulous Winter Beach Holiday Retreat

We had a wonderful few days, there was a great entertaining space and an awesome chill out room with wood burner and sea views - would definitely recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve s.

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

October short stay

Superb location, great house, plenty of space, comfy bed and pillows . Well equipped although no logs for the wood burner so had to buy some, small issue though. Enjoyed our short stay
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

About the host

Hosted by Mark

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We are a family with Cornish roots who love Porthtowan. We bought the Beach Cottage for the stunning views over the beach and coastline beyond. We furnished the house to a high standard with 1 to 2 families in mind, so you can have a relaxing holiday in Cornwall.

Why they chose this property

The North Cornwall Coast is simply stunning, crossing the River Tamar from England lifts the spirit and you know you are in a special place. Porthtowan is a hidden gem of a beach, though its place in the development of surfing in the UK has increased its popularity. With over a mile of sand you will always have plenty of space even in highest summer.

We dreamed of a home with a sea view and Beach House has just that. No driving to the car park, just walk down and back at your leisure. Of course Cornwall has many other attractions and Porthtowan is centrally located for most of them.

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