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Merlyn

Porthleven, Cornwall
Original Cottages

This property is managed by our sister brand Original Cottages info_outline

Sleeps 9
Bedrooms 5
Bathrooms 2
Change Fri
Dogs allowed 3
4
star
Parking on site / nearby
Highchair available
Travel Cot available
Towels included
Family friendly
Luxury
Fishing on site / nearby
Internet access
Open fire / wood burner
Enclosed garden / patio
Decorated for Christmas
Shop nearby
Pub nearby
Beach within easy reach
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At a glance

  • Charming holiday home for a big group situated in the heart of Porthleven
  • Contemporary and comfortable living, with a lovely garden and handy outside shower area
  • Sliding doors onto the lawned garden allow the outside in on warm days

Property code: OC-MERLYN

Escape with a group of friends or family members to this superb holiday home in one of Cornwall’s bustling port towns. Porthleven boasts a picturesque harbour and a wide variety of restaurants and cafes to enjoy, all within 300 metres of the property. Beyond the harbour is the town’s beach, a stunning stretch of sand that reaches up to Looe Bar in Cornwall’s Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Spend a day soaking up the sun, building sandcastles with the kids, or try out surfing. Just 0.5 miles away is the National Trust’s Penrose, a beautiful area comprising of a lake, woodland and coast, with lots of walking and cycling routes to enjoy. Pack up a picnic and spend the day exploring. For another fabulous family day out, head to Flambards Theme Park (3 miles), great for kids of all ages.

Enter this superb home through a spacious hallway before heading into the open-plan kitchen/diner, where there’s a charming farmhouse-style dining table seating six. The dining area doubles up as a living space with comfortable chairs and a TV as well as a sideboard full of games, toys, and jigsaws available for guests to use. The main living room is bright and airy, with large sofas and a wood burner. Spend an evening warming up while watching your favourite shows on the TV. A downstairs cloakroom with WC completes the ground floor. Heading upstairs, you will find the five bedrooms. The master has a king-sized bed and an en-suite shower room with WC. The second bedroom has a double bed and a lovely bay window with seating, perfect for watching the boats come and go from the harbour below. Bedroom three has bunk beds and a TV/DVD, great for children to spend some time out. There is also a twin room and a single room, as well as a separate family bathroom.

Outside to the rear of the home is a lovely, enclosed garden. There is a large lawn, great for a kick about, and a patio area with a brick-built BBQ and plenty of seating. A handy outdoor shower area is provided, great for cleaning off sandy feet or rinsing down the dogs. Guests will also have access to storage for bikes, surfboards, or paddleboards.

  • 5 bedrooms – 1 king-size, 1 double, 1 twin, 1 bunk bed, 1 single
  • 2 bathrooms – 1 en-suite shower room with WC, 1 family bathroom with shower over the bath with WC, 1 separate cloakroom WC
  • Oven, hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washing machine
  • Welcome pack provided
  • Travel cot and highchair provided
  • Wood burner
  • TV/DVD in lounge, dining room and bunk bedroom
  • Mobile signal is variable
  • Rear enclosed courtyard garden with furniture and BBQ
  • Private parking for 2 car
  • Storage for bikes
  • Shop and pub 300 metres
  • This property will be decorated for Christmas
  • Arrival: 17:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 3 dogs allowed. Additional charges may apply

Amanda Dunstan

This property joined our collection in 2017 and is managed by Amanda.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 14 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Phil, 4th January 2025

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This house is only a few minutes walk from this lovely village harbour and beach with all of its lovely shops, restaurants and hostelries. Particularly recommend the Harbour Inn for relaxed dining. It is spacious enough for a large family with a lovely big open kitchen dining room with a lovely big table to seat at least 7 people. It is comfRead moreortable warm well equipped and has off street parking. A good enclosed garden if you have pets. The only big disappointment having stayed over the Christmas period with our family including young grandsons that there was no Christmas decorations or tree provided in the property. , Hide

Reviewed by Jayne, 2nd November 2024

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Cottage is very convenient for shops and pubs.

Reviewed by Hilary, 19th October 2024

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Lovely house, great location & garden great for our dogs

Reviewed by Sharon, 28th September 2024

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3 generations of our family stayed here aged 23 to 86. All of us loved it. Plenty of space for us all. Very comfortable. Superbly equipped. As for location it was spot on - very quiet. One of the best holiday homes ever stayed in.

Reviewed by Helen, 21st September 2024

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Absolutely brilliant, fully equipped with everything you need, decorated lovely with lots of lovely sea side touches and very homely , very secure garden for our dog , a sun trap too , very spacious for maybe two families to share

Reviewed by Victoria, 18th August 2024

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Great sized house, great location, lots of space and its so nice to have a garden especially with young children. We had a wonderful time and its our third time at the house. Wed certainly stay again. Oh and always a bonus to have parking!!

Reviewed by Stephen, 30th June 2024

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Good clean and comfortable property. Stayed twice now. Good location with off street parking.

Reviewed by Michael, 5th May 2024

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Lovely house in a great location, plenty of space for a large family and dog friendly with secure garden. The welcome pack of a cream tea was a lovely touch. Walking distance to shops, great restaurants, pub, beach and coastal paths.

Reviewed by Pauline, 27th April 2024

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Perfect in every way location is amazing. Lovley homely feel lots of space very well equipped. Safe secure garden for the dogs. Good parking. Highly recommended. We will certainly book again.

Reviewed by Victoria, 4th November 2023

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The property was just as advertised, we love Porthleven and this property was in great walking distance to all amenities. There were 9 of us all together and we had plenty of space within the property. Would highly recommend and will be rebooking for next year!!

Reviewed by John, 21st October 2023

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Reviewed by Hilary, 15th October 2023

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Great location, nice roomy house just a few mins walk into the Harbour area, and also great for our dogs with a secure garden & lawn which meant they could pootle about safely.

Reviewed by Amanda, 19th August 2023

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Lovely spacious house in close walking distance to the centre of Porthleven. Well equipped. Clean and with comfortable beds.

Reviewed by Helen, 18th March 2023

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