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Tonga

Porthtowan, Cornwall
Original Cottages

This property is managed by our sister brand Original Cottages info_outline

Sleeps 8
Bedrooms 4
Bathrooms 3
Change Fri
Dogs allowed 3
5
star
Waterside Views
Parking on site / nearby
Highchair available
Travel Cot available
Towels included
Family friendly
Quirky
Luxury
Fishing on site / nearby
Internet access
Open fire / wood burner
Downstairs bedroom
Downstairs bathroom
Shop nearby
Pub nearby
Beach within easy reach
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At a glance

  • Cliff-top house with sublime sea and coastal views
  • Designed to let light flood in and make you feel part of the landscape
  • Outdoor patio and lawned garden expand your feeling of freedom

Property code: OC-PC718A

Set on the southern edge of the St Agnes Heritage Coast, up to eight friends or family members will find a piece of Cornish paradise here. Wide Porthtowan Beach is just 600 metres away – walk 1.5 miles along the Southwest Coast Path to the dramatic Wheal Coates Tin Mine (3 miles). Spot seals and skylarks at Mutton Cove and Godrevy Lighthouse (11 miles); it’s a great place for a picnic. Explore the wide sands and independent shops, pubs and eateries of Hayle (15 miles), and wander the quaint, cobbled lanes of St Ives (20 miles), home to Tate St Ives art gallery. Surf, kayak and SUP around this exquisite coastline, or from Newquay’s myriad beaches (15 miles).

The property is approached via an unmade road. Inside you’ll find reverse-level property and a spacious ground floor that’s flooded with light on bright days. Even in chilly weather, the underfloor heating and wood burner will keep you cosy. On hot days, open the living room’s double set of bifold doors. The hall is a superb space and the ground-floor lounge has some wonderful views, with two lovely, large sofas from which to enjoy them. There are three ground-floor bedrooms: one super-king-size with an en-suite shower room and two twins. The ground-floor bathroom boasts a wonderful, free-standing, roll-top bath. The first floor is a wide, open-plan space with a lounge/kitchen/diner. The kitchen has a large island and the lounge has a wide door that opens to create a balcony space. The super-king-size main bedroom has a wonderful round window looking out over the coastline and ocean, a chaise longue to watch it from and an en-suite bathroom with free-standing roll-top bath and skylight.

Outside there are two patio areas, accessed from the ground and the first floor, with garden furniture and a gas BBQ. The gorgeous lawn is not enclosed. There’s an outside shower for washing away sand.

  • 4 bedrooms – 1 super-king-size bedroom, 2 twin bedrooms, 1 super-king-size bedroom
  • 3 bathrooms – 1 bathroom with free-standing roll-top bath, separate walk-in shower and WC, 1 en-suite with walk-in shower and WC, 1 en-suite with free-standing roll-top bath and shower attachment, 1 cloakroom with WC
  • Kitchen with electric range cooker, fridge/freezer, Nespresso coffee machine, microwave, washer/dryer
  • Welcome pack
  • Highchair and travel cot available upon request
  • Wood burner with initial supply of logs
  • TV in first-floor lounge
  • Mobile signal is variable
  • 3 dogs accepted 
  • Lawned garden (not enclosed), two patio areas accessed from the ground/first floor with garden furniture and gas BBQ, hot water outside shower
  • Private parking for 2 cars – additional parking available in the lane next to the property
  • Shop pub, beach within half a mile
  • There are external security cameras at the property, overlooking the car park and back door
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 3 dogs allowed. Additional charges may apply

Victoria Vine

This property has been let with us for over 10 years and is managed by Victoria.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 20 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Achim, 1st October 2024

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Hello, first: I definitely recommend this house. Our stay was wonderful despite bad weather. The beds, linens, mattresses are excellent. The bathrooms and towels are excellent. The cleanliness was very good. It was pleasantly warm, the showers were excellent and the water was hot. Yes, some of the dishes are damaged, but there are tons of them. ThRead moreere are also more than sufficient numbers of beautiful glasses, cutlery and appliances. The appliances, the stove are excellent. Everything is well organized, there is a drawer with tools, there are even a few light medications for emergencies. Everything neatly sorted. The stylish plexiglass chairs look great, but should be handled with care, one already had a crack that we sorted out in advance. Nevertheless, the backrest of one chair broke off!! Thank God nothing happened to us. The beautiful couch upstairs actually needs to be cleaned, it smells really unpleasant. The wooden chairs on the terrace are partly rotten, you can put one of the numerous blankets over them. Parking and the driveway onto the property are unproblematic (VW Passat, Touran). The path down to the beach can only be used by experienced hikers. Hide

Reviewed by Catherine, 21st September 2024

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We had a fantastic week at Tonga. The views are to die for the photos do not do it justice The house was very well equipped and we appreciated the tea and coffee etc left for us. Previous reviews had mentioned that the house was not clean and was somewhat shabby. We didnt find this at all and were delighted with the accommodation. Its in a gRead morereat location for anyone walking the coast path which we were and after a days walking the house was great to go back to Hide

Reviewed by Susan, 19th August 2024

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Fabulous location whatever the weather. Property would not feel cramped with 8 people, although we only had 4 in our party. Not sure you will find a better view when cooking! Would definitely return.

Reviewed by Oliver, 11th August 2024

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Vor unserer Anreise haben wir, aufgrund schlechter Bewertungen, bei der Agentur/Eigentmer nachgefragt, ob diese stimmen! Der Eigentmer hat dies verneint! Leider haben sich einige Dinge bewahrheitet! Schimmel hinter der Badewanne und bei der Dusche teilweise auch bei den groflchigen Tren, Dachflchenfenster extrem verschmutzt Kche Ofen-BackrohRead morer extrem verschmutzt WC Deckel im EG defekt Einfahrt zum Haus sehr steil "aufpassen" Die Lage und die Aussicht sind Top, aber aufgrund der Sauberkeit ist der Preis fr das Haus viel zu teuer! Hide

Reviewed by Karen, 29th June 2024

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We had an amazing stay at Tonga. The view from the property is superb and really made the holiday for us. The property itself was clean, light and airy and had everything that we needed with lots of special touches. It was situated right next to the coastal path so ideal for walks. A truly fab holiday in a beautiful property.

Reviewed by Tracy, 22nd June 2024

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The Location of this property is excellent A*. Due to the lack of cleanliness and love lost on this property my Husband and I will unfortunately not be returning and will not recommend to family and friends.

Reviewed by Penny, 1st April 2024

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Stunning location and comfortable & beautiful house. Great views and walks from property.

Reviewed by Richard, 18th February 2024

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Tonga House has a amazing location with some incredible views of Porthtowan and the coastline. Access to the coastal path is great for walks to St Agnes. The house is spacious and was very warm for February! We loved sitting by the round window in the master bedroom on the chaise longue. The outside shower was brilliant after a swim in the cold winRead moreter sea. The welcome pack was much appreciated. We did find a lack of hanging space for wet gear and our wetsuits. The lighting in the kitchen space needs improving. Overall, we had a wonderful stay for my 60th birthday. Hide

Reviewed by Christina, 6th January 2024

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This is a perfect property for a family and friends with a dog.

Reviewed by Sarah, 31st December 2023

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Lovely few days away with family. Great house with plenty of space. Fab fire place in downstairs lounge. Close to wonderful beach and views from house are incredible!

Reviewed by Sigurd, 26th November 2023

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Reviewed by Jane, 1st October 2023

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Reviewed by Alan, 24th September 2023

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Location amazing, lovely property

Reviewed by Deborah, 14th September 2023

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Reviewed by Tim, 24th August 2023

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Reviewed by Chris, 14th August 2023

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Reviewed by Nicola, 29th April 2023

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Reviewed by Bharat, 25th February 2023

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Reviewed by Anne, 11th January 2023

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Reviewed by Rachel, 23rd October 2022

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