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Torleven House

Porthleven, near Helston, Cornwall
Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 1
Change Sat
No Dogs
4 star
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

  • A cosy cottage filled with original character
  • This delightful cottage is set in the quaint town of Porthleven next to a beautiful sandy beach
  • After a walk along the rugged coast, curl up in front of the open fire

Overview
Property code: OC-P00897

Sympathetically renovated to fully enhance the original character of the building, Torleven House has many wonderful character features including arched windows and solid wooden doors, exposed granite stonework and high ceilings, creating a feeling of being fresh and airy whilst also exuding a cosy charm. Steeped in history, Torleven House can offer you a unique experience as it's known in the area as being one of the oldest buildings in Porthleven, offering a delightful mix of old and new with many modern touches. Explore the local coastline and its stunning coves and uncrowded beaches, Porthleven offers plenty to see and do for all ages. After a day of wandering around the local cafes, bars, shops and galleries, head back to Torleven House and enjoy the cosy and relaxing space. The perfect Cornish retreat for a group of four.

Looking for extra accommodation for two guests? Take a look at The Gables located next door.

GROUND FLOOR:
Lounge: Stone open fire, Smart TV, leather sofas, handmade wooden coffee table, original arched windows.
Open Plan Kitchen/Diner: Electric hob and double oven, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, dining table, woodburner, door to outbuilding.
Bedroom 1: Super King-size bed (6'), bedside units, chest of drawers, wardrobe, bookshelf, original arched windows, feature stone walls.
Bathroom: Bath with shower over, basin, w.c., washer/dryer.

FIRST FLOOR:
Bedroom 2: Twin beds (3') - (can be zip and linked to form 6' super king-size bed upon request), bedside units, wardrobe, under bed storage, feature stone wall.

GARDEN & PARKING: Back garden with lawn, small pond, garden furniture and barbeque. Parking for one car in designated space (labelled TOR). Outside shower attachment (shared with The Gables) for rinsing the sand off after a day at the beach and an allocated bucket for wetsuits, swimming costumes and shorts. Outbuilding with shared additional Laundry Room facilities: Washing machine and tumble dryer. Shared with occupants of The Gables.

Power and Heat: Electricity and heating included in rent. Heated towel rail in bathroom.
Bedding and Linen: Bed linen and towels provided. Please bring your own beach towels.
Baby Equipment: Highchair and travel cot provided. Or take a look at our hire page.
Shop: 0.2 mls. Pub: 0.2 mls.

NOTES: Sorry, no pets. The small pond has been fenced off for your safety. WiFi provided. Mobile reception varies.

  • 2 bedrooms - 1 super king-size bedroom, 1 twin bedroom (with zip-and-link beds that can be made up as a super king-size)
  • 1 bathroom - 1 bathroom with shower over the bath
  • Electric hob and double oven, fridge/freezer, dishwasher
  • Shared outbuilding utility room with washing machine and tumble dryer
  • Travel cot and highchair available
  • Open fire, wood burner
  • Smart TV
  • Mobile signal is variable
  • Rear garden with lawn, pond, garden furniture and BBQ, shared outside shower attachment and outbuilding
  • Private parking for 1 car
  • Shop 0.2 miles, pub 0.2 miles, beach 0.5 miles
  • Please bring your own beach towels
  • This property can be booked alongside another property that sleeps 2 guests. Please contact us for details
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • Sorry, no dogs allowed

Amanda Dunstan

This property is personally managed by Amanda.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 21 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Victor 11th May 2026

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Our second visit - it won't be our last.

Reviewed by Clive 26th April 2026

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What an amazing property, it is quirky, lovingly restored, so spacious and really well equipped. If you want ultra modern this is not it, but a fabulous unique home. Absolutely loved it. We hope to return.

Reviewed by Gm 28th March 2026

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This would appear to be a listed building due to its age and as such has a very steep narrow access driveway which takes some skill to negotiate with two allocated parking spaces only. I would say that the word authentic would describe the property. It is warm with open fire/log burner. It has all modern equipment but as above some single glazing wRead moreithin the property. There is no terrestrial tv coverage only apps such as netflix etc. included in the rent. Hide

Reviewed by Paul 15th March 2026

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My wife and I love this property. We have stayed twice now and will be booking again next time we visit Cornwall. It is cosy, full of character and just a couple of minutes walk from the harbour. The open fire is lovely, the main bedroom is a good size with a super king bed and the kitchen is well equipped.

Reviewed by Catherine 14th February 2026

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Reviewed by Karen 5th December 2025

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Great house in excellent location, easy walk to harbour and pubs. Kitchen has loads of equipment and plenty of crockery, glasses for everyone. Welcome pack of dish cloth, dishwasher tablets, washing liquid supplied. Beds very comfortable, note there is no toilet upstairs, whoever uses the top bedroom will need to come downstairs to the bathroom. ReRead moreal fire in lounge which we used every day, no matches had been left though. Driveway is narrow but we had a large estate car and had no problem getting it down there, this is Cornwall and the lanes are narrow in places anyway so just be prepared. Had a few great afternoons in The Ship, a lovely old local pub and a lovely roast in the Harbour Inn. Atlantic pub was also very friendly. Great walks out to Gunwalloe across The Loe Bar and the other way out toward Rinsey Head. Hide

Reviewed by Andrew Paul 23rd November 2025

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Reviewed by John 2nd November 2025

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We had a wonderful stay at Torleven House - we found it to be clean, cosy yet spacious, well-stocked with kitchen equipment, and literally two minutes from the harbour and all the shops / eateries. Easily one of the best rentals we have had in the UK. Porthleven itself is lovely and there are plenty of places to visit nearby. Some reviewers have meRead morentioned the narrow driveway - we didnt find it an issue, and if you are going to drive around Cornwall, you will encounter roads narrower and steeper than this! As for noise from the upstairs flat (another rental), we barely heard them and have nothing to report. All-in-all, we would highly recommend Torleven House for a family stay. Hide

Reviewed by David 1st November 2025

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Excellent in all respects.

Reviewed by Ian 19th October 2025

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Knowing the village very well the location and the off road parking was an important factor.

Reviewed by Rex 13th October 2025

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Reviewed by Peter 5th October 2025

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Reviewed by Paul 10th September 2025

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Could hear noise of people walking and moving furniture above. Needs carpeting. Unfortunately spoilt the holiday

Reviewed by Roy 26th April 2025

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Perfect location. Ideal for car free evenings around the harbour pubs and restraunts. Lovely period property, updated but still retaining bags of character.

Reviewed by Karen 24th April 2025

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Beautiful cottage with character. Lovely sized rooms, very clean, short walk to the village, where there are plenty of cafes, shops and pubs. Fabulous sunny garden to sit out in, Exactly as described.

Reviewed by Geoffrey 9th April 2025

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Reviewed by Michael 25th February 2025

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Amazing property would recommend and stay here again

Reviewed by Catherine 8th February 2025

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Reviewed by Dianne 23rd September 2024

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Having stayed at many holiday cottages over many years, Id rate this in the top three. Quirky, spacious, warm, comfy bed, good shower, ample storage space in both bedroom and kitchen.

Reviewed by Lindsey 18th August 2024

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The pictures represent the property very well so if you would like something slightly different this property could really work for you. It is in the heart of Porthleven so you are walking distance to all local facilities. Ive seen comments on the tight access for parking - it is quite tight however I have a small SUV and was able to get in and outRead more - just carefully! Hide

Reviewed by Alan 30th June 2024

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Good well equipped holiday rental with easy walking distance to the town Tight driveway access for a large car to the parking area.

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Original Cottages is a trading name of The Travel Chapter Limited | The Travel Chapter Limited is registered in England and Wales. | Registered office Travel Chapter House, Gammaton Road, Bideford, EX39 4DF. Company No. 02431506 | VAT reg: 143053210.