Find country cottages in coastal Cornish villages for quiet and relaxing self-catering holidays where you can enjoy the atmosphere of traditional fishing villages with a few optional tourist attractions and safe beaches.
Rent a holiday home in Porthleven
Find a good quality holiday cottage in the coastal village of Porthleven in south Cornwall. Porthleven once depended on fishing and the export of china clay, its harbour now attracts colourful pleasure craft and yachts. There is a shingle beach, a good selection of restaurants, art galleries and gift shops selling Cornish souvenirs. Walkers might enjoy the coastal path and be fortunate enough to spot seals or basking sharks. The various holiday homes rise upwwards on the banks overlooking the harbour and coast. Virtually every type of holiday accommodation is represented, including cottages that sleep just two, group accommodation and family seaside cottages.
The nearest town to Porthleven is Helston which is bigger and offers a high street with shopping and eateries. The fabulous Lizard Peninsula is on the doorstep.
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