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St Michaels

Porthleven, Cornwall
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Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 2
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 1
4 star
Waterside Views
Parking on site / nearby
Towels included
Romantic
Fishing on site / nearby
Internet access
Open fire / wood burner
Enclosed garden / patio
Downstairs bathroom
Shop nearby
Pub nearby
Beach within easy reach
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At a glance

  • Prime location above Porthleven with spectacular views
  • Enjoy dolphin-watching from the comfort of the lounge window seat
  • Characterful old beams and an open fire give the cottage a cosy feel
  • Original artwork by local artists throughout the property
  • Furnishing inspired by mid-century St Ives artists
Overview
Property code: OC-STMICH

If the stunning sea views from the first floor living room weren’t exceptional enough, the secret garden perched on the cliff in front of the property provides a little oasis that will make you fall in love with this property. Located on Mount Pleasant Road in Porthleven, the property looks out over the iconic clock tower on the harbours edge with furnishings inspired by mid-century St Ives artists and original artworks by local artists throughout. Storm chasers from all over the county flock to this location during bad weather to witness the waves crashing over the clock tower and into the harbour; it really is worth enduring the bad weather to see! On the ground floor there is a fully equipped kitchen and dining room, as well as a twin bedroom and shower room. On the first floor is the spacious living area with open fire and stunning sea views, along with the master bedroom and family bathroom. Unfortunately this property is unable to accommodate pets or children under 10 years.

Porthleven is a bustling fishing harbour in West Cornwall and offers a great selection of restaurants, shops and pubs that are open all year round. From Easter to October there is a local craft market during the weekends, with the famous food and music festival in the spring time that sees thousands of visitors flock to the harbour for a weekend full of food, drink and great entertainment. There are plenty of sandy beaches dotted along this stretch of coastline, with Praa Sands and Perranuthnoe popular for surfers. The historic site of St Michael’s Mount is just a 15 minute drive away; a great place to spend the afternoon with the whole family.

GROUND FLOOR:
Kitchen and Dining Room: Dining table and chairs, microwave, toaster, kettle, electric cooker, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, Nespresso coffee machine, TV and sea views.
Bedroom 2: Twin beds (3'), bedside table, wardrobe, basin, sea views.
Bathroom 1: Electric shower, basin, WC. heated towel rail.
Utility Cupboard: Washing machine

FIRST FLOOR:
Living Room: Open fire, window seat with sea views, Freeview TV, DVD player, comfy seating, desk
Bedroom 1: King-size bed (5'), bedside tables, wardrobe, dressing table, sea views.
Bathroom 2: Bath, basin, WC. heated towel rail

GARDEN AND PARKING:
Secret enclosed garden with seating and a table opposite the property, that overlooks the sea. Private parking for one car.

Pets: will accept pets (1 x dog) from 26 September 2025.

Power and Heat: Electricity included in the rent, electric night store heaters throughout.
Bedding and Linen: Linen and towels provided, please bring your own beach towels.
Shop: 0.3 ml Pub: 0.2 ml.

NOTES: No smoking. WiFi provided. 

  • 2 bedrooms, 1 king-size, 1 twin
  • 2 bathrooms, 1 bath with handheld shower and WC, 1 shower room with WC
  • Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, Nespresso coffee maker
  • Open fire
  • TV
  • Mobile signal is variable
  • Please bring your own beach towels
  • Outdoor storage
  • Enclosed garden with a table and chairs across the road from the property with stunning sea views
  • Private parking for 1 car
  • Shop 0.3 miles, pub 0.2 miles, beach 0.4 miles
  • Please note this property will accept pets (1 x dog) from 26 September 2025
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 1 dog allowed. Additional charges may apply

Amanda Dunstan

This property is personally managed by Amanda.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 14 guest ratings

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Overall comfort
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Overall location
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Reviewed by Patricia 18th November 2024

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There were things that could have been better e.g. the damp smell in the downstairs bedroom and the condensation on the rear windows. So some 'tlc' is obviously needed. However, it is an old property and it is November so windows could not be left open to compensate. The television did not work through the hub but it worked through the Samsung scRead morereen on IPlayer. Having commented on what we thought could be improved, we must say that we really did enjoy the week - particularly as the weather was kind to us and we could use the garden with its 'amazing views' every day. The cottage is also quaint and has a quiet calm to it - which we found most refreshing. Hide

Reviewed by Kevin 29th September 2024

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Reviewed by Yvonne 1st July 2024

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Reviewed by Michael 24th June 2024

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This is a lovely cottage that we have been returning to over a number of year. It has a great location with lovely sea views and parking for a single car on a road on which it would otherwise be be difficult to park. It has a well equipped kitchen for when we want to cook in but easy access to a good range of resturants and pubs around the harbouRead morer when we don't. The main downside to this cottage is that is now starting to look tired and in need of some well deserving TLC. Hide

Reviewed by Judith 15th June 2024

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We had a fabulous stay at St Michaels and we were sorry to have to leave, it was a good base for all we wanted to do and allowed us to relax in a beautiful setting with all the comforts of home.

Reviewed by Alison 26th November 2023

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Location, availability of a parking space, and view from garden was excellent. Walks locally are beautiful. Local shops very good. Property itself was tired and could do with decorating and updating (leaking taps etc) and 2 days of managing the leaking kitchen window should not be a part of a holiday. No internet/Wi-Fi for the weeks holiday which wRead moreas known about before we arrived but not communicated to us. Welcome pack of a small amount of milk and coal/logs would have been helpful to tide you over first night, as would instructions on how to operate heaters, kitchen one never did work. Check out time was 10am however cleaner knocking on door before this time!! Overall we had a lovely holiday due to location Hide

Reviewed by Jo 21st October 2023

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Reviewed by Carol 14th October 2023

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Reviewed by Anne 30th September 2023

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Reviewed by Matthew 31st July 2023

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Reviewed by Sue 15th July 2023

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We have stayed in many properties in Porthleven over the years. This was the second time that weve stayed in St Michaels. We chose it this year primarily because there is a downstairs bedroom and bathroom which was ideal for our elderly guests and the garden with its wonderful view. Two things that were disappointing is that the window in the ceiliRead moreng above the kitchen window still leaks, as it did in 2019 and that the bedroom decorations really do need to be updated. A first for me was to find a note asking us to strip all the beds and bag the bedding up before we left. Im sorry but we didnt do that. a) we didnt have time as we were requested to vacate the property by 10am, and b) the cost of hiring this cottage included this service in the first place. That all said, on balance, we would probably return again if this sleeping style of accommodation was required. Hide

Reviewed by Ann 24th June 2023

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Reviewed by Sarah 30th May 2023

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Reviewed by Paul 22nd May 2023

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Location is great and the cleanliness was good as well. The decor was a bit tired in places but overall we were very happy there.

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