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

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A wooden deck with a round table set for dining, overlooking a beach and ocean. - Contemporary Beach House with sea views and short walk to Blue Flag beach (Porthtowan)
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A coastal area with a sandy beach, a cliff, and a path leading up to a building. - Contemporary Beach House with sea views and short walk to Blue Flag beach (Porthtowan)
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Located in Porthtowan, Beach House offers a tranquil retreat near the Blue Flag beach. Explore the South West coastal path from your doorstep or learn to surf at Tris Surf. Unwind with great food and drinks at 'Blue Bar' or indulge in world-famous HedgeHog ice cream from Chapel Porth National Trust cafe.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10250 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space

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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.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 3 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the bay
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Horseback riding 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 2,691 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 9:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
3 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties

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
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, 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
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

About the neighborhood

Located in Truro, this vacation home is near the beach. While the natural beauty of Fistral Beach and Carbis Bay Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out St Ives Harbour. Consider Gwennap Pit for a night out or Treasure Park if you're traveling with kids. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like horse riding and other activities like birdwatching. Visit our Truro travel guide
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Porthtowan, Cornwall

What's nearby

  • A coastal landscape with cliffs, a sandy beach, and the ocean.
    Porthtowan Beach
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • A coastal landscape with a ruined stone structure and a lighthouse.
    Chapel Porth Beach
    19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • A sandy beach with rocky outcrops and a clear sky.
    Carbis Bay Beach
    30 min drive - 35.2 km
  • A crowded beach with people sunbathing, tents, and a rocky hill in the background.
    Fistral Beach
    36 min drive - 33.4 km
  • St Ives Harbour
    32 min drive - 38.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • The Inn For All Seasons
    6 min drive
  • Cornish Pantry
    6 min drive
  • Blue Bar
    5 min walk
  • St Agnes Hotel
    7 min drive
  • The Victory Inn
    3 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?

Onsite 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?

Check-out 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 vacation home is located by the sea, just steps from Cornwall National Landscape and Porthtowan Beach. Chapel Porth Beach and Wheal Coates Tin Mine are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 146 out of 184 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 29 out of 184 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 184 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 184 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 184 reviews

9.4

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

8.0

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay for 11 of us ( 3 families) in February. Mark was great with his communication and gave us an extra mattress so we could accommodate an additional person. Lovely spot, sea views and easy to find. Yes, there are steps up to the house (about 70) but we all managed it and we're getting on a bit! We managed to park two small cars on the concrete ramp/driveway. The 30 metres of unmade road to it is narrow so possibly tricky if you are nervous driver...but again we managed it with three different drivers.Would definitely book again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mel G.

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

Great sea view

Perfect location. Lovely balcony with view of the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jane H.

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

Great property

Great house for a family holiday and great host who promptly replied to any queries. We love the house so much we have stayed there on two previous occasions and have booked for next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Beautiful house in a stunning location!

We absolutely loved the proximity to the beautiful beach and surrounding area. The house was clean and well layed out, everything we needed to relax and enjoy our time with the extended family. We definitely want to return one day...
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

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

Excellent stay

Our second time staying in this wonderful property. Clean, well equipped and in a lovely location. Great for getting out and about. We coped with the steep steps (good exercise), but needed to remember a torch when coming back after dark.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sebastian B.

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

Tolle Lage, schöne Aussicht

The house is beautifully situated above the village. You have a great view of the beach. We felt very comfortable in the house. We have rarely vacationed in such a well-equipped and beautifully furnished house.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan D.

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

Great visit!!

Property is accurately described in the listing. House is very spacious! Bed was very comfortable. Nice quiet neighborhood. Beautiful beach view! We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Catherine J.

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

Porthtowan

Beautiful house and location. Comfortable beds . Everything we needed. Lovely village. So close to the beach. Loved it
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Molly C.

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

Holiday

Thank you so much for letting us book last minute! The house was lovely even better than the pictures, we can’t wait to come back with more family next time!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shaun K.

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

Winter break

Lovely house with fantastic views. Really well equipped and spacious. Very close to the beach, perfect place for a Cornish break! Our only slight gripe would be the parking, it was a little tricky reversing down off the slope.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katie E.

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

Great weekend away with friends

Perfect Location, just minutes walk to the beach and nice play park for the kids. Close to plenty of places to eat. Beach is beautiful. Views from the house is stunning. The cooker, decking and downstairs ensuite shower need some tlc but that didn’t effect usage or us having a fantastic time. Will definitely be coming back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Sarah K.

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

Spacious family house ideal for large family gatherings

A Christmas venue for family get together. Host gave us access as soon as it was ready and any minor issues caused by previous tenants were resolved satisfactorily. As long as you are fit, the climb up the steps is totally worth it for the amazing views from the decking and garden. The 3 en suites plus a family bathroom are a real bonus for large family get togethers.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Victoria H.

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

Great spot

Nice property with plenty of space. We stayed in winter but the deck would obviously be lovely in summer! Parking is available but is tricky and not ideal if you have a van - up a steep ramp and then requires reversing down a narrow lane to get out. Not impossible but not easy! There is parking in the village which was easily accessible when we stayed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sophie L.

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

Wonderful weekend!

We had an amazing weekend at this property, it’s a really comfortable house with all you need. We were two families with kids aged between 5-10 and we all had a blast! The beds are super comfortable, seating areas are great with ample space for relaxing and enjoying the stunning views. We were blessed with amazing April weather and it was such a treat to wake up to the sound of the waves and watch the sun rise above Porthtowan. Local cafe and bars are lovely too and bonus playground within watching distance. We have already booked to return- highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Super house, great location

A well equipped house with plenty of room for all to enjoy. Rooms are all comfortable and there are plenty of toilets and showers. The house was warm and the owners provided everything needed. The views are gorgeous and it literally is a two minute walk to the lovely beach and coastal walks. The Unicorn Pub does good food and is a 1 minute walk. There are a lot of steps up to reach the property!! We loved our stay at Beach House.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

June P.

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

Porthtowan

Lovely place to stay, beach perfect for the dogs and people all very friendly. Accommodation good, could have been much better with a welcome pack! The steps were a challenge, I consider myself quite fit but 74steps to climb with luggage not easy, added to which my husband scraped his car on the hand rail while trying to park on the tricky slope. The views were amazing from the deck as expected.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol F.

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

Beautiful Location

The property is in a wonderful location and is warm and spacious with amazing views especially from one of the upstairs bedrooms. Showers are good, huge bath and lovely comfortable beds. A few things need a bit of attention especially outside but on the whole a lovely property. This property is definitely not for anyone with mobility issues or infirm.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023