Cornish luxury cottage by the sea

A Porthleven original

Luxury Bathing

Let the waves lull you to sleep

Dine Outdoors with  Sea views

Bedrooms

• How many does it sleep? Anchor cottage Sleeps 5 + a cot
• How many bedrooms are there? Three Bedrooms, one king, one double, one twin/king
• Are there sea views? Yes two bedrooms have sea view along with the lounge/dining room and the outside terrace.

Bathrooms

• How many bathrooms are there? - one full bathroom with a large walk in shower, there is also a downstairs toilet
• Is there are bath? No Anchor cottage hasn't a bath, unfortunately .
• Do you include towels?Yes we provide a large towel hand towel and face towel.
• Are toiletries provided? Yes we offer organic toiletries - Body wash, shampoo and conditioner as well as hand soap.

kitchen

• What cooking facilities are provided? Anchro cottage has an Electric cooker hob and oven along with a microwave.
• Is there much fridge freezer space? Yes, we provide a generous freestanding retro fridge with freezer compartment and an under counter fridge.
• Is there a dishwasher? Yes a dishwasher is fitted
• Is there a coffee machine? We have a kettle, cafetière & milk frother, and include the ground coffee.
• Is it well equipped for cooking? Yes, All the utensils you need including blender, whisks, toaster and smoothie maker, pots, pans, crockery, cutlery, serving bowls

Utility

• Is there a washing machine and dryer? Yes both a washer and dryer are in the utility
• Is there an iron and board? Yes iron and board and drying rack for airdrying your swimming costumes

Children

• Do you allow Children? Yes we welcome children to the cottage.
• Do you have a travel cot? Yes along with a baby pack with booster seat & baby bath for little ones.

Dog Friendly

• Are you dog friendly? Yes we welcome one dog to Anchor cottage. We welcome one dog to the cottage, occasionally two if the number of people staying is under four.
• Is porthleven dog friendly? Absolutely, the beach is open almost all year, many pubs and restaurants welcome dogs, and you'll be sure to meet plenty of people out and about with their dogs.
• Do you charge for a dog? Yes we charge £25 to cover additional cleaning.
• Do you provide any facilities for a dog? yes we include a crate, bed, and bowls for your dog. The utility is a closed space, perfect for bedding down at night.
• What restrictions do you have on dogs? We cannot accept dogs that are on heat or likely to chew or damage furnishings. Dogs cannot be allowed on sofa's or beds.
• Is there any outside space for my dog? There is a terrace at the front, which is enclosed but has no grass.
• Are there good walks nearby? Yes the southwest coastal path passes the front door with walks to Loe bar and a large sandy beach on your doorstep.

Lounge diner

• Is there a real fire in the cottage? Yes we have a wood-burner and supply a basket of wood, kindling, firelighters and matches.
• What seating is there in the lounge? We have two very comfy Loaf 2 seater sofa's and window seats
• Is there are TV and can I stream on it? Yes we have a streaming TV so you can access your favourite shows and apps.
• Is there Wifi? Yes we have full fibre to the Cottage
• What dining space is there? We have a large rsutic table with chairs and bench to sit at and a sea view.
• Are there window seats? Yes there are window seats in the lounge diner, and bedrooms.
• What are the interiors like? The cosy lounge with dining space, is typical of a fishing cottage, lined in granite, beams and sash windows. The decor is simple pale blues and greys with hints of pink.

What's included

• What is included in a stay? Basket of wood provided along with kindling, fire lighters
• Do you provide a hamper? Yes a we provide a loaf of bread, milk, a bottle of wine ,ground coffee, tea and sugar as well as a few treats on arrival.
• Do you cater for food allergies? Yes let us know and we can amend the products provided to allow for food allergies and intolerances.
• Are there any other hampers you offer? Yes we offer a breakfast hamper and BBQ hamper as well as a Pizza making kit, just add them to your order when booking.

Terrace with sea view

• Is there an outdoor dining space? Yes a table and chairs with umbrella is on hte terrace offering amazing sea views along with bench seating around the fire-pit.
• Do you have a fire pit? yes a smokeless fire-pit is on the terrace.
• Is there a BBQ? Yes a Ceramic BBQ which uses charcoal is provided along with tools.
• Is there a pizza oven? We provide a pizza stone to use in the ceramic BBQ.
• Is there a hose? Yes the rear courtyard has a hose to wash down your dog, wetsuits or bike.

Parking

• Is there parking? yes the cottage has it's own Private parking space next to the cottage.
• How many cars can park there? Just one, there is alternative street parking on the road

Finding us

• Where is Anchor cottage? The cottage is on Cliff Road Porthleven, which is on the Lizard peninsula on the tip of Cornwall.
• What is the best route? Take the A30 down to Cambourne West - Porthleven is 10 miles from A30
• Can you get there by public transport? Yes it is possible, take a train to Penzance and a  bus U4 runs every hour to Porthleven. Alternatively take a Taxi from Penzance
• How do I find the cottage? Drive through the village, turn right onto harbour road, round the headland, pass the clock tower, the cottage is ahead set back with its distinctive storm porch.

Eating

Visit

St Ives lies just across the coast with plenty to explore and incredible beaches. Praa sands for a lovely local beach. St Michael’s Mount at Marazion. Helford river Daphne du Maurier country lunch at the Shipwright arms. Penrose estate - National trust gardens and beaches.

Activities

For the active this is a no brainer, walks, kayaking and cycling all from your doorstep. Vertical Blue offers paddle boarding / kayaking from the Harbour. Jewellery workshop. Gardens - Boynton and Godolphin. Gweek - Seal Sanctuary. Museum of Cornish Life - Helston. Poldark Mine. Galleries St ives