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The Old Post Office

Porthleven, Cornwall (Ref. 1061169)

4.6

Cornish Cottage Holidays rating

  • 4 Guests

  • 2 Bedrooms

  • 2 Bathrooms

  • Pets Yes

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Features

  • Ground floor accommodation
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Open fire
  • Cot available
  • Highchair available
  • Pub/shop < 1 mile
  • Dishwasher
  • Seaside
  • Broadband / WiFi

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40 Customer Review(s)

  • Helen

    “The Old Post Office was a decent base for our family break.”

    I wouldn’t class it as outstanding if I’m honest. Yes the decor is nice and in keeping with a coastal theme. But it does feel a tad tired. Like other posts you will experience noise from the cottage above and sometimes from the Chinese next door. It didn’t deter our stay. But you need to be prepared. And perhaps not choose this cottage if you want complete silence. As it’s child friendly I do recommend more plastic cups, plates etc for those who are travelling with your children ...

    I wouldn’t class it as outstanding if I’m honest. Yes the decor is nice and in keeping with a coastal theme. But it does feel a tad tired. Like other posts you will experience noise from the cottage above and sometimes from the Chinese next door. It didn’t deter our stay. But you need to be prepared. And perhaps not choose this cottage if you want complete silence. As it’s child friendly I do recommend more plastic cups, plates etc for those who are travelling with your children. It would be nice to have a better welcome pack, rather than a boxed with mixed bits and bobs. Felt unwelcoming. Also a toilet roll holder in the en-suite would be great. It was a bit awkward. Overall I’d give this property 3/5. It’s a great base for everything on the door step in Porthleven.

    - Helen, October 2024

Summary

  • All-ground-floor
  • Two bedrooms: 1 x king-size with Smart TV and en-suite walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC, 1 x super-king-size (zip/link can be twin on request) with Smart TV
  • Shower room with walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC
  • Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with TV with Freeview and wood burning stove
  • Utility
  • Electric central heating and wood burning stove with starter supply of logs
  • Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washer dryer, dishwasher, coffee machine, 3 x TVs including 2 x Smart TVs, DAB radio, WiFi, selection of books and games
  • Travel cot and high-chair available
  • Fuel and power inc. in rent
  • Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
  • One well-behaved pet welcome at £25 per pet, per week
  • There is an outdoor hose to wash dogs and wetsuits
  • Sorry, no smoking
  • Parking is available in the public car park close by
  • Shop and pub 0.1 mile This property can be booked with Rock Pool House 1068229 to sleep 9

The property

Get ready for a memorable coastal break in the heart of Porthleven, using The Old Post Office as your resting base for an exciting Cornish escape with family and friends.

Be charmed straight away as you enter into a glamorous open-plan living space.

Let the chef of the group throw together their best home-cooking in the well-equipped kitchen and utility, fitted with contemporary amenities throughout, accompanied by a sociable dining table for meals.

From here, make your way over to the homely sitting area, escaping reality during a family film night in front of the TV as the wood burning stove creates the perfect ambiance.

As the evening draws to a close, head over to one of the sumptuous bedrooms, one with zip/link features (which can be presented as a 5' double bed or twin beds on request), and the other with its own en-suite shower room, both rooms feature their own Smart TVs for your comfort.

Continuing to impress is the separate shower room, a sleek space where you can enjoy a relaxing rinse in the dreamy walk-in shower after a long day.

Discover a small seating area at the rear where you can relax in the warmer months.

The Old Post Office is a great holiday base, any time of year.

Note: This property can be booked with Ref: 1068229, together sleeping up to nine guests.

The Old Post Office Apartments

Set in an enviable location in the coastal village of Porthleven are two stylish apartments, situated in an old post office building, offering a great base for a family or a group of two families and friends to join together for an unforgettable seaside escape to Cornwall. The hustle and bustle of this fishing village is right on the property's doorstep, boasting a wealth of exciting amenities including a range of shopping facilities, dining options, art galleries, and cafés, as well as a bustling harbour with the chance for fishing, boat trips and water-sports. Spend a day on the golden sands of Porthleven Beach, relaxing in this fabulous setting for a classic day at the seaside, or visit location attractions including Flambards Theme Park, the Cornish Seal Sanctuary, and the Loe Pool freshwater lake. Explore the magnificent Lizard Peninsula for a unique day of adventure over to National Trust's Lizard Point, or embark on a journey along the South West Coast Path. Alternatively, venture over to the nearby towns and villages of Praa Sands, Marazion, Helston, Penzance, Hayle, St. Ives, and Falmouth further afield.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £250.

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About the location

PORTHLEVEN

Helston 3 miles; Penzance 10 miles; Hayle 11 miles; St. Ives 17 miles; Falmouth 17.5 miles.

Porthleven is one of south west Cornwall’s hidden, coastal gems, located near Helston, famous for it's annual Flora Dance Festival. Situated between Lizard Point and Land’s End, Porthleven retains the feel of a traditional Cornish fishing village, enjoying uninterrupted views of the Atlantic Ocean and the beautiful Cornish coastline. The iconic clock tower sits on the harbour entrance and the pubs, shops, cafés and restaurants cluster around the historic picturesque inner harbour, where there is plenty of boating and marine activity. With a warren of streets lined with classic Cornish, granite cottages, an extensive beach manned with lifeguards, the chance for alfresco dining in one of a number of well reviewed restaurants, and crabbing off the harbour, there are plenty of activities for the whole family to enjoy, all year round. Porthleven is building a reputation for eating out with a popular food festival established in the spring. Out of season, Porthleven has one of the best surf breaks in the country where you can sit down and get lost for hours watching the energetic surfers riding the waves. There are some fabulous hidden coves along this stretch of coastline, including Praa Sands, Poldhu Cove, and Rinsey, a magical setting for the more energetic. You may have even seen pictures of Porthleven on television, being one of the best spots in the UK for storm watching, with the crashing winter waves often being used as the backdrop to weather forecasts. Walkers will enjoy the South West Coast Path, adventuring west past Rinsey Head with spectacular views, or south across Loe Bar to Penrose Estate with it's National Trust cafe, and on to Gunwalloe Church Cove. Take a trip to the Isles of Scilly by boat or plane and marvel at the display of sub-tropical gardens at the stunning Tresco Abbey. The Eden Project near St. Austell offers an interesting day out. Porthleven is the ideal base for discovering the delights of west Cornwall and the Lizard Peninsula.

This property can be booked with Rock Pool House 1068229 to sleep 9

This property offers the following short breaks:

  • Winter
  • Off-season
  • Last minute
  • Christmas